Episodes

  • The Swing - June 23, 2025 - Panthers B2B Stanley Cups, CMNT@Gold Cup w/Thomas Hewitt, OKC NBA Champs + KD Heading To Houston w/Mike Luciano

    The Swing - June 23, 2025 - Panthers B2B Stanley Cups, CMNT@Gold Cup w/Thomas Hewitt, OKC NBA Champs + KD Heading To Houston w/Mike Luciano
    Jun 24 2025
    Catch up on what you missed in the latest episode of “The Swing.” Another busy week in the sports world as Brandon congratulates the newly crowned champions in the NHL & NBA. He explains how the Panthers overpowered the Oilers for the 2nd straight year en route to their 2nd straight Stanley Cup. He then gives a quick recap on a Game 7 Finals win for OKC and a hell of a year for their star man and Canadian, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

    Then, we get the latest coverage on the Canadian Men’s National Team at the Gold Cup from Author/Writer at canadiansoccerdaily.com & walkingthered.com, Thomas Hewitt. Thomas gives his thoughts on what he describes as a “lacklustre” performance in a draw against Curaçao. He also explains why this Gold Cup is so important for Jesse March’s squad ahead of co-hosting the World Cup in 2026.

    As always, you get your “Bets of the Week.” After that, a good friend of the show, Writer & Podcaster at the FanSided Network, Mike Luciano, joins the show to speak about the new NBA Champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder and why he thinks OKC isn’t going anywhere. Mike also gives his opinion on the massive trade that broke ahead of Game 7 with Kevin Durant heading to Houston, and why this will instantly make the Rockets better.


    Lastly, in overtime, Brandon speaks about some things that happened at Fanatics Fan Fest, including your favourite athletes acting like pro wrestlers and Kevin Durant acting surprised about his trade.
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    53 mins
  • The Swing - June 16, 2025 - Stanley Cup Final w/Michael Mazzei, "The Franchise: Toronto Blue Jays" w/Keegan Matheson

    The Swing - June 16, 2025 - Stanley Cup Final w/Michael Mazzei, "The Franchise: Toronto Blue Jays" w/Keegan Matheson
    Jun 17 2025
    Catch up on what you missed in the latest episode of “The Swing.” Another busy week in the sports world as Brandon and Jacob discuss the motives behind the Red Sox front office trading away All-Star Rafael Devers to San Fran. Jacob also explains why, even though the Oakmont course humbled many, it was still a great weekend of golf at the U.S. Open.

    Then, the guys break down the Stanley Cup Final as Florida is 1 game away from back-to-back Stanley Cups. Friend of the show and Writer at theleafsnation.com, Michael Mazzei, stops by to give his analysis. Michael talks about the Panthers' recipe for success over Edmonton thus far, as well as he explains how the Oilers can turn this around.


    As always, you get your “Bets of the Week.” After that, we hear about a newly released book to add to your reading list: "The Franchise: Toronto Blue Jays: A Curated History of the Jays” from the Author and Blue Jays Reporter for MLB.com, Keegan Matheson. Keegan shares his favourite parts of making the book, his personal lifelong connection with the Blue Jays and the mindset behind writing the book. Keegan also gives his opinion on the blockbuster Devers trade and why the Blue Jays front office should be looking to make some big moves ahead of the Trade Deadline.


    Lastly, in overtime, Brandon and Jacob chat about the NBA Finals thus far and predict who they think will take a stranglehold on the series and take the 3-2 series lead.
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    58 mins
  • The Swing - June 9, 2025 - Can. Open Recap/US Open Look-Ahead, Stanley Cup Final w/Greg Wyshynski, Portugal Win UEFA Nations League

    The Swing - June 9, 2025 - Can. Open Recap/US Open Look-Ahead, Stanley Cup Final w/Greg Wyshynski, Portugal Win UEFA Nations League
    Jun 10 2025
    Catch up on what you missed in the latest episode of “The Swing.” Brandon and Jacob start the show by going over the Canadian Open that was. Jacob describes his live and in-person experience at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley. Jacob talks about Ryan Fox’s playoff win despite no heavy hitters at this year’s tourney, plus who the favourites are heading into the US Open.

    Then, the guys talk about the Blue Jays in winning ways, as one of their starting arms, Bowden Francis, struggles big time. They’ll also get into the first 2 games of the NBA Finals, and share some thoughts on Roland Garros now in the books with Carlos Alcaraz and Coco Gauff grabbing French Open singles titles.


    As always, you get your “Bets of the Week.” Following that, returning guest of the show, & Senior NHL Writer at ESPN, Greg Wyshynski, discusses a super close and tight Stanley Cup Final ahead of Game 3 in the series tonight between the Oilers and Panthers. Greg talks about Barkov missing in action, Corey Perry coming in clutch at 40 years young, and the difference in the Oilers’ dressing room since falling short last year.


    And lastly, in overtime, Brandon happily celebrates Portugal’s UEFA Nations League triumph over Spain with Ronaldo coming up clutch again this time at 40 years old. Also, to wrap up the show, the guys give their predictions for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final tonight.
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    54 mins
  • The Swing - June 2, 2025 - Stanley Cup Finals Preview, PSG Finally Champions League Winners w/Rob Wheeler & Jays Check-In w/Tom Ruminski

    The Swing - June 2, 2025 - Stanley Cup Finals Preview, PSG Finally Champions League Winners w/Rob Wheeler & Jays Check-In w/Tom Ruminski
    Jun 3 2025
    Catch up on what you missed in the latest episode of “The Swing.” Brandon and Jacob start the show, looking forward to the Stanley Cup Finals between Edmonton and Florida. The guys preview the final and answer the question as to whether the Oilers can end the over-3-decade Canadian Stanley Cup drought.

    Then we pivot to the pitch, as the European soccer season is over with Paris Saint-Germain lifting the Champions League trophy for the first time in the club’s history in a shocking 5-0 final win over Inter. Soccer Writer at FanSided, Robert Wheeler, joins the show to discuss how incredible PSG were in the final, as well as explain how influential Luis Enrique has been to PSG's treble-winning season.


    As always, you get your “Bets of the Week.” Following that, we get the latest on the Blue Jays, and Baseball News Editor at theScore, Tom Ruminski. Tom talks about the offensive resurgence and the positive impact that Addison Barger has had. He’ll also discuss some current question marks to the Jays' rotation.


    And lastly, in overtime, the guys give their predictions on the NBA Finals and give their take on Giannis rumoured to move to the Raptors.
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    56 mins
  • The Swing - May 26, 2025 - NBA Playoffs/Raps Off-Season Talk w/Amos Mina & Maple Leafs Off-Season Discussion w/John Viveiros

    The Swing - May 26, 2025 - NBA Playoffs/Raps Off-Season Talk w/Amos Mina & Maple Leafs Off-Season Discussion w/John Viveiros
    May 27 2025
    Catch up on what you missed in the latest episode of “The Swing.” Brandon and Jacob have yet another therapy session, venting their frustrations about another embarrassing Game 7 loss and exit from the playoffs. The guys give their thoughts on the Core Four, what needs to change, the ShanaPlan, and whether the result of the Eastern Conference Finals has changed anything in their minds.

    Then, we evaluate what we’ve seen in the NBA Playoffs thus far with first-time guest and Editor/Site Expert at Raptors Rapture, Amos Mina. Amos gives his thoughts on Indiana’s unexpected rise to leading the Eastern Conference Finals and why they remind him of the 2019 Raptors championship-winning team. He also looks at SGA’s Thunder and their chances of lifting the Larry O’Brien trophy. Plus, he explains what the Raps should do with their 9th overall draft pick.

    As always, you get your “Bets of the Week.” Following that, we get some more Maple Leafs post-mortem with a good buddy of the program, and Host of “Hot Take Hockey” on YouTube, John Viveiros. John gives his outlook on the Leafs' latest disappointing elimination, plus his thoughts on what to do this off-season, including options of who he’d like to see them add to the roster.

    And lastly, in overtime, the guys share what the first thing the Leafs should do this off-season, plus a quick thought on the Blue Jays as they find themselves below .500.
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    52 mins
  • The Swing - May 12, 2025 - Status Update of Leafs-Panthers Series, & NBA Draft Lottery Live Reaction + NBA Playoffs Check-In w/Mike Luciano

    The Swing - May 12, 2025 - Status Update of Leafs-Panthers Series, & NBA Draft Lottery Live Reaction + NBA Playoffs Check-In w/Mike Luciano
    May 13 2025
    Catch up on what you missed in the latest episode of “The Swing.” Brandon and Jacob recap what’s happened thus far in the Maple Leafs’ 2nd-round playoff series against the Panthers. They break down the Leafs’ early series success and how the pendulum of the series has swung.

    Then we find out how the lottery balls fall and who wins the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes. We follow the NBA Draft Lottery LIVE as it happens with a good friend of the show, Podcast Host & Writer at FanSided, Mike Luciano. Mike joins the guys and reacts to some big surprises, including the Mavs miraculously overcoming the odds to grab the number 1 overall pick. He’ll also give his opinion on how the Raps getting 9th overall affects their draft strategy and their whole offseason.

    As always, you get your “Bets of the Week.” Following that, Mike sticks around to delve into each of the 4 Conference Semi-Finals across the NBA Playoffs and even discusses Shedeur Sanders and the possibility of him becoming the Browns starting quarterback.


    And lastly, in overtime, the guys give their final thoughts on the Leafs-Panthers series and predictions for the rest of this hotly contested series.
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    53 mins
  • The Swing - May 5, 2025 - Blue Jays Early Season Check-In w/Tom Ruminski, Leafs-Panthers ECSF Preview w/John Viveiros

    The Swing - May 5, 2025 - Blue Jays Early Season Check-In w/Tom Ruminski, Leafs-Panthers ECSF Preview w/John Viveiros
    May 6 2025
    Catch up on what you missed in the latest episode of “The Swing.” The guys discuss what to expect in this Round 2 series between the Leafs and Panthers. They also get into how the Leafs can learn from their Round 1 series win over Ottawa, as well as the series loss to this same Florida team just two years ago.

    Then from the ice to the diamond as we review the Jays’ below-average start to the year with Baseball News Editor at TheScore, Tom Ruminski. Tom stresses the struggles at the plate for the Blue Jays, and which Jays sluggers need to be bringing in more runs.

    As always, you get your “Bets of the Week.” Following that, we get you ready for Game 1 of the Leafs and Panthers with a more in-depth preview with a good friend of the show and Host of “Hot Take Hockey” on YouTube, John Viveiros. John explains how the Leafs can overcome the defending Stanley Cup Champs. He also talks about Florida’s 5-game series win over Tampa and why the Panthers may be taking Toronto too lightly.

    And lastly, in overtime, we put a bow on this Maple Leafs-Panthers preview episode with Brandon and Jacob’s predictions for the series.
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    57 mins
  • The Swing - April 28, 2025 - Leafs Lead Newest Playoffs Edition Battle of Ontario w/Michael Mazzei, & NFL Draft Drama w/Mitch Milani

    The Swing - April 28, 2025 - Leafs Lead Newest Playoffs Edition Battle of Ontario w/Michael Mazzei, & NFL Draft Drama w/Mitch Milani
    Apr 29 2025
    Catch up on what you missed in the latest episode of “The Swing.” This year, a bitter rivalry was reborn in the Stanley Cup Playoffs between the Leafs and Sens. Jacob gives his take on the series, with the Leafs one win away from advancing to the next round.

    Then we get more into the Leafs-Sens playoff series as we welcome Writer from theleafsnation.dom, Michael Mazzei. Michael talks about how Game 5 in the series is a legacy game in the careers of the Leafs' “core four,” plus he’ll discuss some other testy playoff series across the league.


    As always, you get your “Bets of the Week.” Following that, we break down a drama-filled NFL Draft with the Host of “The Bottom Line View” on YouTube, Mitch Milani. Mitch provides his explanation as to why Shedeur Sanders fell so hard in the draft, as well as giving his teams who he thinks drafted successfully and then the ones that set their teams behind.


    And lastly, in overtime, we wrap with some quick talk about the NBA Playoffs.
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    57 mins