Minnesota Sports Podcast: Recent Episodes

CJ Baumgartner

CJ Baumgartner dives in on the topics each week in Minnesota sports and more!

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  • CJ breaks down what's going right for the Twins over the last week
  • Rally... sausage???
  • Correa and Duran coming back soon

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  • Twins make first major league signing this winter with RP Josh Staumont
  • Joe Mauer HOF Update
  • Vazquez redemption
  • Mahle trade overview (it sucked but that's ok)
  • Correa and Buxton's full potential bring more value than any free agent

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  • Ohtani is a Dodger for a HUGE amount of money, how does that impact the Twins?
  • Gray is gone, so is Kenta and Emilio Pagan too
  • Will Joe Mauer be a first ballot Hall of Famer?

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  • Recapping the ending of the Twins postseason run
  • The Falvine power couple stays in tact for another season
  • Postseason roundup
  • Twins and pod plans for the offseason

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  • ALDS L streak snapped!
  • Pablo & Correa each have "I'm Him" moments
  • Series goes back to Target Field with the Twins stealing home field advantage

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  • Twins first round opponent and game time revealed
  • Tale of the tape between the Twins and the Blue Jays
  • Recapping final regular season news and notes

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  • Twins win! - take that all of the haters and losers!
  • Correa and Lewis and more injury updates
  • Post-game clinching celebrations are awesome
  • How do the Twins prep for the playoffs

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  • Another Pablo Lopez masterclass wasted
  • Magic number is down to 11
  • Bullpen reinforcements are on the way
  • How do the Twins use their bullpen for the rest of the season?

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  • Twins take 2 of 3 in Cleveland
  • Mr. Grand Slam does it again!
  • Joe Ryan comes back at the right time
  • Position players pitching needs to be banned

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  • Does it matter that the Twins lost their waiver claims?
  • Can Cleveland catch the Twins?
  • Varland coming to the bullpen
  • Buxton and Kirilloff coming?

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  • Ryan Jeffers has an "I'm Him" moment
  • Can the Twins bullpen turn around?
  • Innings limits and heat waves
  • Is September Correa coming?

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  • Dallas Keuchel earns another start
  • Is the AL Central already locked up?
  • How the Twins can a Byron Buxton return to CF work

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  • Twins fail in Detroit
  • Kenta to the bullpen? Not anymore
  • Pablo Lopez is better than Jose Berrios

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  • Baums Away is back!
  • Trades or lack thereof
  • Ryan and Keuchel
  • Brooks Lee goes to Triple-A

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  • Twins bounce back after a rough last week
  • Gray & Gallo shove it to the Yankees
  • Are the lower members of the Twins bullpen getting exposed?

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  • 3 Reasons why the Pablo Lopez signing makes sense
  • Twins split in weekend series at Yankee Stadium
  • Lineup is striking out way too much
  • We need to re-evaluate Max Kepler

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  • Twins win 4 in a row and two in Yankee Stadium
  • Pitching has been dominant
  • Carlos Correa owns the Yankees
  • Breaking down Ed Julien's role with the Twins
  • Other news and notes

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  • Twins lose 2 of 3 in Miami but boast league-best ERA
  • Positives from last 3 games
  • Minor league update: which Triple-A hitter gets called up first?
  • Previewing home opening series vs Houston

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  • Lopez dominated on Opening Day, Gray and Ryan also threw solid innings
  • Twins top tier bullpen arms looked great! Others not so much...
  • Buxton continues to be a winning player when healthy, Gallo bounces back Sunday
  • Larnach breakout szn may have arrived
  • Previewing the rematch with Luis Arraez and the Marlins

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  • Twins reveal Opening Day lineup
  • Answering your questions in mailbag
  • Twins predictions and preseason team awards

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  • Twins announce Pablo Lopez as Opening Day starter
  • Why Sonny Gray is right and the Twins were also right last season with short innings from starters
  • Looking at the Twins corner outfielders for the season and who is coming down the pipe

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  • Ed Julien is in a better position to reach the big leagues sooner than the Twins top prospect
  • Buxton, Polanco, Gordon, and Kirilloff get injury updates
  • Looking at the center fielders on the Twins roster

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  • Twins experiencing their first injury wave of the spring
  • How will the Twins shape their infield in 2023 and beyond?
  • Pitch clocks are actually... good?!?

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  • Does Solano signing hurt Larnach and Kirilloff's development?
  • Which headlines are hype or nonsense in the first week of Spring Training?
  • Tick-tock, do we already have issues with the pitch clock?

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  • Twins optimism is reigning as Spring Training begins
  • How will extra innings rule, position player pitching, and shift bans impact the Twins?
  • Examining Twins catchers and the how the team will split time between Vazquez and Jeffers

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  • Twins add three camp arms for Spring Training but none are Michael Fulmer
  • Looking at who the Twins have at first base for 2023 and beyond
  • How will pitch clocks and the other rule changes impact the Twins?

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  • How does trading for Taylor impact Byron Buxton?
  • Looking at the potential 2023 Opening Day roster for the Twins
  • Bullpen observations: looking at the Twins pen, their key players, along with some young arms close to the big leagues

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  • Trading Arraez stinks but it's going to be alright
  • What are the Twins getting in Pablo Lopez
  • This Twins rotation is sneaky deep

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  • Recapping the Carlos Correa presser
  • Options for another right-handed bat and bullpen help
  • Which Marlins pitcher should the Twins trade for?

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  • Breaking down Correa's reported deal
  • A deal like this changes all of the narratives about the Twins in free agency
  • How can the Twins build around Correa for 2023 and the future?

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  • Carlos Correa drama continues
  • Twins prize in free agency is Joey Gallo and only Joey Gallo
  • Twins offseason positional recap: starting pitching

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  • Carlos Correa is gone...
  • I think the Twins should have matched the Giants offer
  • Where do the Twins pivot from here?

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  • 3 areas where Christian Vazquez helps the Twins
  • What does the split with Jeffers look like?
  • The Carlos Correa sweepstakes is narrowing out
  • Is it possible that the Twins sign Carlos Rodon AND Carlos Correa??

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  • Will things be different with a new Pohlad in charge?
  • Is Correa's decision coming soon?
  • Options for the Twins at DH

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  • CJ's loves the Twins road grays
  • Emilio Pagan is back with the Twins
  • How do the Twins look after trading Gio Urshela?
  • Carlos Correa merch is on the Twins team store??

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CJ breaks down the latest news and analysis of the Minnesota Twins

  • How much blame goes to the manager or the front office?
  • Carols Correa says the Twins need to pay up
  • Why resigning Correa is the best option with the Twins payroll

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CJ breaks down the latest news and analysis of the Minnesota Twins

  • This season is more disappointing than 2021
  • Buxton's done for the season
  • A handful of Twins to watch in the final games who we should care about

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CJ breaks down the latest news and analysis of the Minnesota Twins

  • Twins fall flat at home against Cleveland
  • Joe Ryan earned the right to stay in for the no-hit bid
  • What can the Twins do to get back in the AL Central race

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CJ breaks down the latest news and analysis of the Minnesota Twins

  • Yankees continue to dominate the Twins
  • Buxton and Polanco coming back?
  • Correa stinks in the clutch this year but I still want him back

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CJ breaks down the latest news and analysis of the Minnesota Twins

  • Twins win 4 in a row, only trail Cleveland by 1.5 games
  • Clutch hitting and timely pitching have came up big
  • Correa's hot August can help the Twins in Buxton's absence
  • Comparing the Twins schedules to the Guardians and White Sox

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CJ breaks down the latest news and analysis of the Minnesota Twins

  • Twins lose 5 in a row
  • Comparing the Twins to a '57 Bel Air
  • Who takes the blame if things continue south?

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CJ breaks down the latest news and analysis of the Minnesota Twins

  • Mahle avoids an IL stint... for now
  • Should Baldelli ease up on pulling his starting pitchers too early?
  • Twins schedule sets up a nice end of season run

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CJ breaks down the latest news and analysis of the Minnesota Twins

  • Twins lose the AL Central lead but don't panic
  • Outlook for Twins final 52 games
  • How underwhelming has Correa been?

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CJ breaks down the latest news and analysis of the Minnesota Twins

  • The Twins got shafted
  • Gary Sanchez followed the rule - others haven't
  • Rocco has a right to be big mad
  • Expectations for the Dodgers series

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CJ breaks down the latest news and analysis of the Minnesota Twins

  • Tyler Duffey DFA'd
  • None of the Twins top 5 bullpen arms in 9-3 loss
  • Twins offense has been downright bad over the last month

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  • Reacting to Twins trading for Lopez, Mahle, and Fulmer
  • What this means for the bullpen and starting rotation
  • This bullpen is now sneaky deep
  • Twins playoff outlook post-deadline

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CJ breaks down the Twins in the latest Baum's Away podcast!

  • Twins are too desperate to wait until the deadline to make a move
  • Team only has themselves to blame for being in this situation
  • Three realistic starting pitcher for the Twins to go after
  • What are Minnesota's best trade chips for the deadline

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Twins hitting is an issue and other observations after the Royals series
CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Twins can't hit, and really struggle in the clutch
  • Joe Ryan is a dude
  • Can the Twins turn things around against a struggling Chicago White Sox team?

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Twins observations from the first 10 games
  • There is no "fixing" Byron Buxton
  • Carlos Correa needs more time
  • Luis Arraez needs to be in the lineup more, is first base a good options?

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Did the Twins get better with this trade?
  • What can Paddack and Pagan bring to the Twins?
  • Examining the Opening Day roster and surprise additions

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Joe Ryan named Opening Day starter
  • It's alright that Larnach, Miranda, and Celestino are in Triple-A
  • Looking at trade scenarios for pitching with the Padres
  • Can the Twins pitch well enough to compete?

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota Sports!

  • What went wrong for Chris Archer and how can the Twins unlock him?
  • Was his decline more on the Pirates or is he on the decline?
  • Gary Sanchez and Gio Urshela are going to be in the everyday lineup, here's how they can contribute

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  • What led Correa to come to Minnesota
  • Give the front office their credit: they've broken the mold
  • What does this mean for the Twins in 2022 and beyond

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In this emergency podcast, CJ gives his thoughts on...

  • What are the Twins doing?!?
  • How do we interpret the trades of Garver, Donaldson, and Gray for the future of the Twins
  • Is a big move for someone coming and what does that look like?

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports and more!

  • Wolves don't make a deal, and that's ok
  • Recapping a BAD loss to Sacramento
  • Wild lose Foligno for two game as tough stretch approaches
  • Vikings announce new D-coordinator and big changes coming to that defense

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CJ and guest Ian Rivers break down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Is Kevin O'Connell the right hire?
  • Will Kirk Cousins be on the roster next season?
  • The Wild are legit Stanley Cup contenders
  • Do the Wolves need to make a trade at the deadline?

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports! Including the news today with the Vikings head coaching search.

  • Vikings did not offer Jim Harbaugh the job, we talk about what could've went down
  • Kevin O'Connell checks a lot of boxes about what the Vikings want to do

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Pros and cons of bringing in Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh to be the next coach
  • Timberwolves should avoid making any big trades at the deadline this season
  • The Wild have a tough post-ASG schedule but they will be alright

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CJ brakes down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Going through all four of the remaining HC candidates
  • Wild stay hot, extend Jordan Greenway
  • Wolves on path for postseason
  • Gophers MBB team not getting wins but there's still plenty of excitement

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CJ gives his thoughts as the news breaks late Wednesday night that the Minnesota Vikings have named Kwesi Adofo-Mensah as the teams next general manager! 

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • The Vikings process has been broken for a while and it started to show after the 2019 playoff win against New Orleans
  • Wild may have slid in the standings but their talent and structure says they are going to be just fine
  • The Wolves are rolling and don't need the help of Ben Simmons in Philadelphia

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Kellen Mond isn't ready to play
  • Zimmer and nepotism called out
  • PJ Fleck lands a (literally) huge transfer for the o-line
  • Gophers men's hoops are still supposed to struggle this season
  • Why Joe Nathan belongs in the Hall of Fame

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • The Vikings are the face of mediocrity
  • Kellen Mond ain't it either chief
  • Patrick Beverly appreciation segment!
  • Marco Rossi and Matt Boldy are called up to the Wild!

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In this episode of the Minnesota Sports Podcast, CJ and guest Ian Rivers review the last year in MN sports and more!

  • Kirk Cousins lands on COVID list at the absolute worst time
  • Vikings Year in Review and team MVP
  • Wild Year in Review and team MVP
  • Wolves Year in Review and team MVP
  • Twins Year in Review and team MVP

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CJ breaks down a busy weekend in Minnesota sports!

  • Stock Up, Stock Down after 49ers loss - 1:35
  • Gophers top Badgers, keep Axe in Minnesota! - 24:40
  • PJ Fleck fires OC Mike Sanford Jr. - 27:14
  • Byron Buxton extension is a win-win for the Twins - 29:30
  • These "New Wolves" are pretty fun! - 38:20

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Want something to listen to while you watch football on Thanksgiving? CJ breaks down the everything in Minnesota sports! 

  • Wolves get a statement win over Heat
  • Wild seem off after 3 game road trip
  • Vikings down all 4 starting lineman, get well soon Ev

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • The path for the Vikings deep playoff run -
  • Wolves turned a corner with 4th straight win! -
  • If the Rays can re-sign Wander Franco, there's no excuse for not re-signing Buxton -

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Stock Up, Stock Down following Vikings win
  • Have the Vikings found a winning formula?
  • More Vikings/Packers reaction
  • Gophers had everything in place but flopped this season
  • How the Gophers can turn it around with a win over Wisconsin

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Wolves get ugly win over Kings, NBA isn't taking them seriously
  • Kaprizov moved to third line, Suter returns tonight
  • Elite Gophers O-line is being wasted
  • Vikings top pressure rate will be key in beating Rodgers and the Packers

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • What to make of the Wild's loss to San Jose
  • Buxton trade rumors heat up... again
  • Is the Vikings defense getting better or worse?

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • How the Vikings can turn their season around (realistically)
  • Gophers game plan against Iowa
  • Wild struggle in Vegas
  • Is MLB free agency heating up already?

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CJ and guest Ian Rivers break down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Previewing Vikings vs. Chargers
  • Zimmer and Kubiak's future in Minnesota
  • Why this Wild team is fun to watch
  • Is it time to move on from KAT?
  • MN United playoff preview

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Wolves fall to the Clippers -
  • KAT "accidentally" likes a tweet about leaving Minnesota -
  • Is Kirk Cousins or Klint Kubiak more to blame for the Vikings? -
  • How this Twins offense is built for the postseason, almost -

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

Stock up, stock down for the Vikings - 
Why the Mike Zimmer era is over - 
Kaprizov puts Wild, himself back on track - 
Wolves still can't figure it out - 
Gophers running back success in 2021 - 
Reacting to Fleck's 7-year extension - 

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Will Dak play for the Cowboys? -
  • Are the Vikings 'chokers?' -
  • Wolves get a statement W in Milwaukee! -
  • Concern about Kaprizov? -
  • Gophers talk! -

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What about them Wednesdays takes a look at teams and players competing with Minnesota teams!  

What can Zimmer learn from Dan Campbell?  - 
Looking at the Wild's rivals -  
Looking at the rivals for the Wolves -  
3 former Twins more valuable than Eddie Rosario - 

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CJ and guest Ian Rivers break down the latest in Minnesota sports!

  • Stock Up, Stock Down for the Vikings after the bye week -
  • Vikings keys to victory -
  • Zimmer and Kirk's relationship -
  • Wild observations through 5 games -

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CJ breaks down the daily updates in Minnesota sports and more!

  • Wolves win big in season opener - 
  • The Wild's core contributions - 
  • Vikings O-line observations - 
  • Post-bye week adjustments - 
  • Looking at the Twins bullpen - 

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CJ breaks down all there is in Minnesota sports!

-What about them Wednesday
-  NFC North and more. The Wild win a classic! =
- Twins and Wolves keep chugging along this offseason

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

Did Cousins earn an extension? - 
KJ Osborn is a DUDE! - 
Wild vs. Winnipeg -
Simmons news heats uppppppp!! - 
More Wolves talk! -  

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CJ breaks down the action in Minnesota sports following a busy weekend!

Stock up, stock down - 
Zimmer needs to play to win, not to "not lose" - 
Wild are 2-0! - 
Gopher offense came alive, so did Tanner Morgan - 
Max Kepler's future in right field for the Twins - 

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The Vikings injury report isn't looking much better - 
The Vikings are a pass-first team??? - 
Gophers-Cornhuskers preview - 
Assessing the Twins center field situation - 
Wild season preview - 
What to expect from the Wolves bench? - 

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports and more!

The Vikings ROUGH injury report - 
Kickers are weird man - 
Looking at the Twins future at left field -
The Twins actually spent too much?!? -
The Wild's new locker room leaders - 
Ben Simmons is staying in Philadelphia -  

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CJ breaks down Minnesota sports team's competition on this week's "What about them Wednesdays"

What about the NFC North? - 1:15
Darrisaw should work his way into left tackle - 15:15
The White Sox proved to be frauds - 19:46
Stars' Ryan Suter is ready for revenge on the Wild - 27:15
What about the bottom Western Conference teams? - 34:27

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

In defense of Mike Zimmer - 
Play calling has been an issue for the Vikings - 
Looking at the Twins shortstop situation - 
The Wolves have a vision - 
Nebraska is looking like a tough matchup for the Gophers - 

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CJ brings in guest Ian Rivers to break down the latest in Minnesota sports!

Stock up, stock down from the Vikings game against the Lions - 1:42
Mike Zimmer's future in Minnesota - 19:03
Wild season preview - 33:36
Bigger slump in year two with Wild, Kaprizov or Talbot? - 41:16 

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota Sports!

Is the game against Detroit a trap game?
Zimmer is in desperation mode - 
Trust Tanner Morgan, PJ - 
Ben Simmons might not be going anywhere - 
Jorge Polanco and the rest of the Twins second baseman - 

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CJ breaks down all the latest from the daily news in Minnesota Sports and more!

Vikings Injurie Update - 
Christian Darrisaw's return - 
Twins 1st base update - 
P:ohlads give brain trust an A+ - 
Wolves defense... better? - 
Beckmann will make the team - 

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What about Them Wednesdays breaks down the competition for Minnesota's sports teams and how concerned we should be about them!

Vikings - 0:47
Twins - 17:05
Wild - 24:08
Gophers - 27:52

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota Sports!

Stock up, Stock down for the Vikings - 0:35
A look at Kirk, Zimmer, and Rick - 13:35
Don't trade Byron Buxton - 22:20
3 areas of need for the Twins - 28:35
Wolves preseason notes - 35:15
PJ Fleck and the Gophers get a comeback win - 37:55

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota sports!

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CJ breaks down the action for today in Minnesota sports!

Is the Vikings offensive line good?!? - 
Jorge Polanco is a franchise builder - 
What to do with Nick Gordon - 
Pros and Cons of a Ben Simmons Trade - 
What's going on with Jordan Greenway - 

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What About Wednesdays look at the what's all about the state of every Minnesota team's divisional opponents! Here's what else was discussed today...

What about the Big Ten West? - 1:15
What about the NFC North? - 6:40
How to slow down Cleveland's offense Sunday - 11:07
What about the AL Central? - 16:43
Sanó's second half comeback - 23:07
Can Ant take the next step? - 28:05
What about the Western Conference? - 31:10
What about the NHL's Central Division? - 33:50
More Wild talk -  36:00

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Breaking down the latest in Minnesota sports! Subscribe and share the podcast!

PJ Fleck's flaws coming to light - 1:05 
Will the Vikings defense turn things around? - 13:06
Young Twins pitchers the team can use in 2022 - 30:20
Mauer vs. Buxton - 37:29
KAT's final season in Minnesota? - 48:42

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CJ breaks down the latest in Minnesota Sports!

Vikings Talk - 1:45
Justin Morneau's Legacy - 
Kaprizov Returns to the Wild! - 
Lynx Lost and WNBA Playoff Changes - 
Glen Taylor Needs to be Banished From the Target Center - 

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CJ and Ian break down what's going on in Minnesota sports. Talking about the Gophers and the Bemidji State Beavers football teams Thursday night. Also some Vikings talk recapping the preseason and the Vikings playoff chances for this season!

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Ian Rivers joins CJ to talk about the latest news in Minnesota Sports!

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CJ talks about the Twins approach to the trade deadline and if they should deal Buxton and Berrios and what it would mean for the Twins playoff hopes in 2022 and beyond. The Lynx are hot as they win 5 in a row behind Kayla McBride's 25 points against Dallas. Erickson Ek signs an 8 year extension as the Wild look to keep their young core intact. And Anthony Edwards gets hurt while practicing with Team USA. 

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CJ and guest Ian Rivers talk about the past season for the Minnesota Wild and what they need to do to take they next step. Danielle Hunter is BACK along with old friend Sheldon Richardson, and Wolves star Anthony Edwards loses out on Rookie of the Year. Twins continue to be a mess. 

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CJ breaks down all the news in Minnesota sports! The Twins are sinking and are calling up two former first-round picks. Is it too late? Kaprizov continues to make his case for rookie of the year as the Wild stay hot. The Wolves need to get better on defense if they want to win a title. Plus, does it make sense for the Vikings to slide down from the number 14 overall pick in this year's draft? Like and share the podcast!

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CJ and Ian Rivers talk about the cold stretch for the Minnesota Wild. Preview the Twins opening team and expectations for the season. Plus some Timberwolves tidbits and breaking down the Minnesota Vikings free agent signings and what it means for their draft plans.

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Beaver Banter returns! CJ Baumgartner and Ian Rivers talk about Bemidji State's NCAA tournament games and the upset against no. 1 seed Wisconsin! Along with the future of Beaver hockey leaving the WCHA and beyond. Plus some talk on the MSHSL 2021 State Hockey Tournament.

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It's an all-Twins podcast featuring Access Twins writer Brandon Warne! Warne gives his thoughts, talking about outlook for the 2021 Twins. Who will be in left field, who's the 5th starter, what does the bullpen look like and a whole lot more!

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CJ breaks down the chaos and fallout from the firing of Wolves Coach Ryan Saunders and the first week of new coach Chris Finch and how bad things could get for the Wolves really soon. Plus some Wild talk and the outlook after 2 bad losses to Vegas. Plus some Twins talk and reaction to the Vikings free agency plan that said goodbye to Vikings great Kyle Rudolph.

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Ian Rivers comes on the podcast to talk about what the Vikings can do this offseason and if one of those options is trading Kirk Cousins? Plus CJ and Ian discuss if there's any positives to take away from the recent (or lack thereof) play from the Wolves and Wild. Along with some Twins talk at the end. Be sure to like and share the podcast! 

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CJ talk about the continued mess that is the Wolves, plus more Minnesota Wild talk. Also diving in on the signings of JA Happ and Andrelton Simmons. Is Kyle Rudolph daring the Vikings to cut him? Like and share the podcast!

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CJ talks about the great start for the Wild and a disastrous month for the Wolves.  Plus the Twins continue to stay silent while their competition continues to improve. And, will the Vikings be able to trade for Texans star QB Deshaun Watson. 

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CJ and special guest Ian Rivers (R&B Sports Talk) discuss the 2020 season for the Vikings and all of the chaos that ensued. They debate over the futures of Spielman, Zimmer, and Cousins and which one of the three they would rather keep long term. Plus, the two give their New Year's resolutions for the Vikings in 2021. And awards for the 2020 season including Rookie of the Year picks! Will it be Vikings WR Justin Jefferson or LA Chargers QB Justin Herbert? Listen in to find out!

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CJ Breaks down all that's going on this week in Minnesota sports. The Vikings had a backbreaking loss to the Buccaneers and their playoff hopes might have sunk. The Wolves prepare for the regular season. And CJ takes a look at the the Twins offseason rumors and Eddie Rosario's replacement.

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CJ talk about how Kirk Cousins sucks everyone back in after everyone is ready to move on and the Vikings playoff chances. Along with Wolves offseason moves and the addition of Ricky Rubio and what the team can do this season. Finally, the Twins are losing players from last season, including a fan favorite, who's a fun but flawed player.

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CJ talks about if the Vikings can break the curse and play a normal game in Chicago. Also how this offense reminds him of the Adrian Peterson offenses and their playoff chances. Who should the Twins sign in free agency? What should the Wolves do in the draft, stay at number one or trade down? Listen  in to find out!

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It's not over yet! Do the Vikings have a chance to make the playoffs after a huge upset win in Green Bay? Or is it too late? Plus, it might be the end of Eddie Rosario's time with the Twins.

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CJ talks about how the Vikings upcoming schedule might not be pretty but it's necessary to land a top QB. Also, will a bad loss Sunday mean the end of the Zimmer era? Breaking down the World Series and what it means for the Twins. And will some key 2020 players not be on the team in 2021 and is it for the best?

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CJ breaks down all that's going wrong with the Vikings this season. But is it time to blow the team up and start over? Is it time to get rid of Cousins, Zimmer, and Spielman. 

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CJ explains why Zim's call to go for it on 4th down was absolutely the right choice and what to look for during the rest of the season. The Wild make move after move in free agency. And do the Twins need to bring back Nelson Cruz at 40 years old?

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The Twins fall flat on their face in the playoffs... again! The Vikings fall to 0-3 despite great performances from Dalvin Cook and rookie Justin Jefferson. The Wolves are thinking of taking Lamelo Ball (allegedly). But hey, here's to hoping the Gophers don't break our hearts right?

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CJ goes over all the happenings in MN sports, like the Twins being right back in the thick of things for the AL Central with 4 games to go. The Wild making moves as the offseason begins. And it's time to PANIC about the Minnesota Vikings after a pathetic 0-2 start to the season.

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CJ talks about the Twins as they battle the White Sox in a key series for the AL Central. Also what they should do with the playoffs coming up. The Vikings fell flat in their season opener to Green Bay, is it time to sell on the season already?

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CJ talks about the rough stretch for the Twins last week and why they made the right move by staying put at the deadline. Also breaks down the Yannick Ngakoue trade and how it will impact the 2020 Vikings team and beyond. Annnnnnd we're in another dumb media cycle featuring Kirk Cousins.

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CJ gives an update on the latest MN sporting news this week. Looking at the Twins at the halfway point of the 60 game season and what will happen at the trade deadline. Discussing what should we expect for the Vikings o-line this season. Also reaction to the Wolves earning the number one overall pick and should they trade it or hold it?