SKOR North LIVE - a Minnesota Sports Podcast: Recent Episodes
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SKOR North Live dives into all things Minnesota sports -- with rotating hosts from SKOR North! Discussions about the Minnesota Vikings, Twins, Timberwolves, Wild, Gophers, Lynx and MNUFC!
Phil Mackey, Judd Zulgad and Declan Goff go over the events of what happened to SKOR North on May 1st and what the future holds for the brand.
In what started as a simple question to Vikings incoming rookie Justin Jefferson, turned into a heated conversation about the lack of zipper merging in Minnesota. And, Ramie also Does That Hockey!
Ramie asks Judd Zulgad what remains on the Vikings offseason checklist?; (20:00) Brett Favre’s comments about Aaron Rodgers; (30:00) What should we warn Justin Jefferson now that he's living in Minnesota?; (44:00) Ramie Does That Hockey!; (53:45) Matthew Coller slides in to talk remaining needs for the Vikings’ offseason; (01:23:00) In this week’s Dumb It Down segment, Ben Heisler explains sports gambling.
Ramie opens SKOR North Live asking Judd where the holes remain on the Vikings depth chart after the draft; (15:00) Bart Winkler from the Fan in Milwaukee joins to discuss the drama in Green Bay; (31:45) A Sports Dad story from Judd; (43:00) Joe Nelson from BringMeTheNews joins for a COVID-19 update in Minnesota; (53:00) Derek Wetmore joins and Mt. Ramie erupts over Rob Manfred; (01:20:00) Latest plans for the MLB to resume their season.
Some breaking news comes across that Matt LaFleur has reportedly ‘simply had enough of Aaron Rodgers’ act’
Ramie opens SKOR North Live asking Matthew Coller how the draft changes the perception of the 2020 Vikings?; (28:12) A way too early prediction of how each division in the NFC shakes out; (41:00) Ramie has had enough of Isaiah Thomas complaining about the Bulls; (55:08) Some breaking news comes across that Matt LaFleur has reportedly ‘simply had enough of Aaron Rodgers’ act’; (01:19:00) Random power rankings of pizza toppings; (01:32:00) Ramie closes the show with a weird breaking story that no one is talking about.
Ramie and Phil Mackey open SKOR North Live on why the Vikings hit a home run in the 2020 NFL Draft; (11:00) Why fans need to stop complaining about the offensive line; (27:04) Takeaways from episodes 3 & 4 of the Last Dance; (46:45) WrestleMania 5 review; (53:25) Matthew Coller slides in for his takes on the Vikings draft; (01:21:30) Thor Nystrom from RotoWorld breaks down why the Vikings won the draft.
Ramie opens SKOR North Live with ESPN’s Courtney Cronin, asking her if the Vikings won the first round of the NFL Draft?; (24:11) Cronin has a scoop on the Vikings’ interest in Trent Williams?; (55:40) Matthew Coller hops on to show to break down the first round of the draft and what to expect in rounds 2-7; (01:18:00) Dan Shonka from Ourlads grades the Vikings’ first-rounds picks and previews what to expect from the purple in the rest of the draft; (01:28:00) Why the Packers screwed up the first round of the draft.
Ramie opens SKOR North Live with Myron Medcalf from ESPN Radio and they go over what they’re excited for this year’s draft; (03:00) How much trust do you have in general manager Rick Spielman to make the right pick?; (26:27) Gary Ellerson from the Fan in Milwaukee joins to preview what the Packers could do in the draft; (47:00) Instead of RamieDoesThatHockey, Ramie has to pronounce three NFL draft prospects; (52:00) Ramie asks Coller how likely it is the Vikings move back in the draft?; (01:20:25) QuizColler with past Vikings draft picks; (01:34:00) And Chad Reuter joins for his final mock draft and provides some insight why drafting a cornerback at 22 might be a reach.
Ramie opens SKOR North Live asking Judd who has more to lose in this draft class: Spielman, Zimmer or both?; (25:40) Dan Orvlosky from ESPN joins to talk the Vikings’ strategy at the NFL Draft; (40:00) Ranking the Vikings biggest draft needs; (55:30) Matthew Coller slides in and Ramie asks what he makes of Percy Harvin wanting to comeback; (01:02:15) who has more to lose in this draft class: Spielman, Zimmer or both?; Nick Shepkowski from 670 The Score in Chicago joins for what the Bears are looking for in the draft.
Ramie and Coller give power rankings of the least-important needs for the Vikings in the draft; (16:00) Declan fires up the Name That Viking segment.
Ramie kicks off the show asking Coller if the Vikings are in a win-now mode, or, are they in a soft-rebuild mode?; (26:47) ESPN’s John Keim joins on the Vikings’ pursuit of offensive tackle Trent Williams; (51:14) Power rankings of the Vikings least-important needs; (01:06:15) Name That Viking!; (01:21:00) Jeff Riger of the The Fan in Detroit joins to preview the Lions draft needs.
Ramie and Phil open the show with an announcement of the $1,000 giveaway for the Vikings NFL Draft; (07:00) Ramie is inappropriately dressed because of the Last Dance’s debut on ESPN; (30:44) WrestleMania IV review!; (55:10) Matthew Coller slides into to give his takeaways from the Last Dance; (01:24:00) Then the boys wrap up with the NFL Draft hopefully going according to plan
Ramie asks Judd if the Vikings are in the right category of being contenders for the 2020 season?; (29:44) Tua’s draft stock could continue to fall with him reportedly failing a physical; (46:00) The complicated nature of the NFL Draft; (54:30) Derek Wetmore slides in to talk baseball, specifically what would you give up to get the Twins a front-line pitcher; (01:22:48) Derek Goes to The Movies!
Ramie asks Judd why people are still so upset over the OBJ to the Vikings rumor; (15:00) Who would you rather have: Trent Williams or Odell Beckham Jr?; (26:20) The problems with college football and the NBA's plans to resume; (43:00) Ramie Does That Hockey!; (53:08) Matthew Coller slides into the co-host chair to give his take on the OBJ trade rumors and what would Anthony Harris land the Vikings in a trade?; (01:18:04) For Dumb It Down, Andrew Brandt joins to explain NFL salaries and contracts; (01:30:00) Power rankings of sugary beverages.
Andrew Brandt explains how NFL salaries and contracts work and then Ramie, Matthew and Declan give their power rankings of 'sugary' beverages.
Marc Malusis from WFAN, who broke the OBJ to Vikings news, joins the show for more information on the trade.
Ramie and Judd open the show with OBJ to Vikings news; (05:00) Chad Graff who covers the Vikings for The Athletic joins for his take on the rumor, Kirk Cousins, Dalvin Cook and other Vikings related news; (25:35) A Sports Dad story that’s relevant to the OBJ-Vikings rumor; (41:00) Joe Nelson from BringMeTheNews joins for COVID-19 updates in Minnesota; (53:41) Derek Wetmore slides in and he and Ramie discuss their thoughts of sports being played in empty stadiums; (01:16:50) Marc Malusis from WFAN, who broke the OBJ to Vikings news, joins the show for more information on the trade.
With Christian McCaffrey getting a huge pay day, how does that impact Vikings running back Dalvin Cook who is also seeking a big pay day?
Ramie opens the show asking Coller what happens if Tua keeps falling in the NFL Draft; (12:00) and if he’s available at 22, should the Vikings take him?; (27:21) WTF is wrong Vince McMahon?; (44:00) The definitive candy power rankings; (54:09) What does Christian McCaffrey’s contract extension mean for Dalvin Cook?; (01:21:52) Name That Viking; (01:37:00) And quiz Coller on old Vikings games.
Ramie opens the show with the somber news on former Vikings quarterback Tavaris Jackson passing away on April 13; (09:00) How desperate are you to watch old sports games?; (28:03) WrestleMania 3 review; (54:48) The most reckless Vikings draft day trade idea from ESPN; (01:18:00) And what’s your thoughts on wearing masks and face covers in public?
Ramie opens SKOR North Live with Stefon Diggs’ article in the Players’ Tribune and there’s one person Diggs failed to mention; (27:07) What is wrong with Bill O'Brien and the Texans?; (54:01) Derek Wetmore joins to talk baseball’s plan to comeback; (01:18:53) Derek Goes to the Movies and reviews Kingpin!
Ramie asks Judd what the Vikings should be prioritizing in the draft; (21:00) What is wrong with Jameis Winston?; (28:54) NFL uniform updates; (40:15) Ramie Does THat Hockey and Ramie suggests a new National Anthem; (49:30) Matthew Coller joins and Ramie asks him what the Vikings should be prioritizing in the draft; (01:16:40) Eno Sarris joins for it DumbItDown on baseball analytics.
Ramie, Judd and Declan each have their own unique takes on whether people should hug or shake hands with one another.
Ramie opens the show with idea of getting rid of handshakes and hugs; (13:00) Tom Brady’s interview with Howard Stern; (28:31) SportsDadStories with Judd Zulgad; (41:20) Judd gives his power rankings of ballpark foods!; (50:10) Derek Wetmore joins to talk the MLB’s plan to possibly resume the season; (01:17:44) Random Power Rankings of ballpark foods.
Ramie and Coller discuss the breaking news of the MLB and NBA's reported plans to finish up their regular seasons.
Ramie and Matthew Coller open the show with the breaking news of Kevin Garnett calling out Glen Taylor; (28:02) NFL rule changes; (43:00) Quiz Coller on past Vikings games; (53:00) Jeff Passan of ESPN reports the MLB could be resuming their season in May; (01:18:03) The debut of a new segment called Name That Viking where Declan reads scouting reports of current Vikings players with Ramie and Coller trying to guess who it is; (01:30:10) And the guys wrap the show with Jersey takes.
Ramie and Phil Mackey open the show with the NBA kicking around the idea of starting a HORSE league and what other leagues are thinking about in regards to resuming their leagues in the COVID-19 pandemic; (26:54) WrestleMania 36 review!; (52:14) Matthew Coller joins to talk expectations for the NFL and some Vikings talk; (01:15:55) Ramie has a comparison to Kevin Garnett and Jimmy Butler; (01:31:00) Skin care updates and breaking NFL news.
Ramie breaks down Greg Rosenthal's NFL quarterback value and where Kirk Cousins ranks among others around the league and asks Judd Zulgad if he’s in the right spot; (24:50) Local comedian Corey Adam joins the show to talk comedy and MMA; (43:25) And Kirk Puckett had comedic delivery?; (52:35) Derek Wetmore joins to talk baseball; (01:17:54) Derek Goes to the Movies.
Ramie opens the show asking Judd if the Vikings can afford to roll with just Adam Thielen as their No. 1 wide receiver?; (23:00) Should the Vikings pursue Antonio Brown?; (27:55) Trevor Bauer went into great detail why Max Kepler had his number last season; (39:35) Ramie Does That Hockey; (51:00) Zach Segal from StudentAthlete.com talks student-athlete compensation; (01:13:25) Patrick Reusse calls into to complain about Ramie and Matthew’s view of cable television; (01:29:10) CollerRecall on football games from the past.
Ramie asks Judd if the Vikings can afford to not take a wide receiver in the first round and (23:00) Should the Vikings pursue Antonio Brown?
Ramie weighs in on what the NFL is doing and if it’s the right path to be taking; (27:13) #SportsDadStories with Judd!; (40:00) Joe Nelson of BringMeTheNews joins for an update on COVID-19 in Minnesota; (51:45) Derek Wetmore joins to talk Twins, specifically Michael Pineda’s suspension in a shortened season; (01:20:50) And Power rankings of the worst way to be quarantined.
Ramie asks Coller to breakdown his latest piece for SKOR North on Choosing your Own Vikings adventures; (26:52) Renowned chef Andrew Zimmern joins SKOR North Live to chat COVID-19’s impact on the food industry; (55:25) Why we're excited for the Michael Jordan and Bulls ESPN 30 for 30 being moved up; (01:10:00) Television show and movies we want to be released now; (01:15:30) NFL playoff update; (01:32:10) And QuizColler on past Vikings games he’s covered.
Renowned chef and Minnesota native Andrew Zimmern joins SKOR North Live to chat COVID-19’s impact on the food industry and what people can do to help out the food and restaurant industry.
Ramie and Phil Mackey open the show with what they miss most about baseball; (25:53) WrestleMania 2 rewind!; (53:11) Why did the Vikings jump up in ESPN’s power rankings; (01:18:38) Ridiculous ideas to get sports back; (01:29:15) And what we would do to bring sports back.
Ramie asks Judd how much power should Mike Zimmer have on the Vikings with Dalvin Cook possibly heading towards a contract extension?; (27:10) Should the NFL Draft continue to go on as scheduled? (42:15) Ramie calls out Judd for his take on the best television intro; (50:20) Ramie asks Declan for his proposed ideas for a shortened baseball season in 2020; (01:14:09) Derek Goes To The Movies; (01:28:32) And what basketball movies should we watch next?
Ramie, Judd and Declan give their Twins Opening Day Lineups and Ramie does that hockey.
Ramie opens the show and the reality has set in that there’s no baseball since today is supposed to be Opening Day; (22:49) Possible changes for MLB in the regular season and playoffs if they resume play; (37:36) Our hypothetical Opening Day lineups for the Twins; (43:00) Ramie Does That Hockey (48:40) Matthew Coller joins for the debut segment of Dumb It Down explaining football anayltics; (01:17:18) What happened between the Vikings and Stefon Diggs? (01:29:30) It’s #CollerRecall who tells us what old football games he’s watching.
Jon Krawczynski joins Ramie and Judd to talk KAT, Wolves and the NBA’s future plans about resuming a season; (26:53) Our first edition of #SportsDadStories from Judd; (36:20) Power ranking of the four-major sports trophys; (40:50) Joe Nelson joins from BringMeTheNews for a COVID-19 update and other Minnesota news updates; (49:10) Derek Wetmore slides in to talk how baseball can resume their season; (01:14:39) John ‘Boog' Sciambi from ESPN radio joins to talk baseball; (01:33:00) Declan gives his power rankings of all the White Claw flavors.
Ramie and Coller talk about weird moments in movies that weren't sports movies but are worth pointing out.
Ramie and Matthew Coller open SKOR North Live with how sports shutting down will impact youth sports; (19:30) Amy Ament of Ronald McDonald House joins to tell listeners how they can help with serving meals and providing essentials to families with hospitalized kids in Minneapolis; (25:20) Cryptic quarterback tweets; (42:30) Ramie quizzes Coller on random Vikings games; (50:00) Ramie asks Coller if he’s upset about sports being gone?; (01:13:30) Coller has an issue with a scene involving Ed Norton in American History X; (01:29:15) And the return of Declan + reviewing Disney movies.
Ramie, Phil and Declan launch a new segment on SKOR North Live where they recap every WrestleMania starting with WrestleMania 1; (28:43) What are we watching during the quarantine?; (45:00) Ramie asks Phil and Declan how they’re doing personally during these times; (53:00) Matthew Coller joins to talk NFL headlines including Brady leaving the Patriots; (01:19:07) Sam Monson from ProFootballFocus joins to talk Vikings; (01:31:35) And Coller’s updated quarantined life.
Ramie, Phil and Declan launch a new segment on SKOR North Live where they recap every WrestleMania starting with WrestleMania 1.
Judd and Coller fill in for Ramie on SKOR North Live and Coller throws out a few different plans on sewing up the Vikings secondary; (10:00) Trying to map out what exactly the Vikings’ offseason plans are; (28:35) Athletes that were strange to see in other jerseys; (41:40) Why Matthew Coller is built for the quarantine; (52:13) Everson Griffen announces on his Instagram that he’s leaving the Vikings; (01:15:33) Coller asks Wetmore if baseball is going to be played; (01:25:33) Coller quizzes Wetmore and Declan on where NFL free agents landed; (01:39:00) And what’s the Vikings plan on defense?
Jamison Hensley of ESPN Baltimore joins to talk what Michael Pierce brings to the Vikings.
Ramie opens SKOR North Live with Judd Zulgad and asks how difficult it’s going to be for the Vikings to fill their biggest needs; (26:11) Jamison Hensley of ESPN Baltimore joins to talk what Michael Pierce brings to the Vikings; (39:30) Adam Silver with an update on the NBA; (52:43) Matthew Coller steps in to talk what the Vikings lost in Mackenzie Alexander and what they’ll gain with Michael Pierce; (01:15:09) Are we overrating what Tom Brady brings to Tampa Bay?; (01:32:00) And what the hell is Vince McMahon thinking?
Ramie opens the show trying to figure out why the Vikings had to trade Stefon Diggs, also paths to move up in the draft; (30:12) Why Boston sports fans crying over Brady is such an overreaction; (44:10) Declan takes over S.S. Reckless Speculation; (53:05) Matthew Coller joins to talk Vikings; (01:20:45) Ramie and Coller do a way too early schedule prediction for the Vikings; (01:34:00) And Bill O’Brien said what about DeAndrea Hopkins?!
Ramie and Coller react to the Vikings trading Stefon Diggs and if it’s the right or wrong move for the franchise; (22:30) What’s next for Tom Brady after he announced he’s leaving New England; (45:05) A new trend in the sports world that’s irking Ramie; (52:05) What to make of Cousins getting an extension on the same day Diggs got traded, plus other NFL news; (01:15:50) Biggest surprises in the NFL free agency window; (01:31:10) Ramie remembers a hilarious time Skip Bayless was exposed.
Ramie opens SKOR North Live with Phil Mackey breaking down the reported Kirk Cousins contract extension; (32:05) Is the NFL doing the right thing keeping the league year open?; (45:30) When will the NBA resume play?; (53:00) Matthew Coller joins for his thoughts on the Cousins extension; (01:15:20) Choose your own adventure paths for the Vikings plus some breaking NFL moves; (01:29:15) And a Stefon Diggs tweet update!
Ramie and Coller open the show with overreaction from national pundits on the right and wrong courses to take when it comes to shutting down professional sports; (13:00) Ramie asks what do people want from sports media during this unique time; (28:53) Ramie and Coller take calls from listeners who want sports topics to be dumbed down; (49:30) #CollerRecall segment; (53:10) Derek Wetmore joins to talk future of the MLB; (01:12:45) Ramie has baseball questions for Wetmore: (01:20:20) Some breaking Vikings news comes across; (1:30:00) And Derek Goes to The Movies.
Ramie and Judd give their thoughts on the spread of coronavirus; (11:00) Ramie has a great idea for the NHL bubble teams; (32:32 ) More discussion on the coronavirus; (39:52) Ramie Does That Hockey; (47:52) Matthew Coller joins to discuss teams pulling out of the NCAA Tournament; (01:11:14) Coller and Ramie talk NFL Free agency; (01:28:00) Reckless NFL speculation.
Doogie fills in for Ramie and opens the show with the impact of the corona across all sports; (17:24) Wild general manager Bill Guerin chats with Doogie on the Wild’s surge into the playoffs; (34:52) Gophers linebacker Carter Coughlin talks about the NFL Draft process; (51:25) KSTP-TV Joe Schmit joins to talk coronavirus and Vikings free agent strategy; (01:13:42) Derek Wetmore jumps on to talk over/under of 93 wins for the Twins; (01:25:00) Can Luis Arraez win a batting title? And other over/unders for the Twins.
Wild general manager Bill Guerin sat down with Doogie to talk the Wild's surge into the playoff picture and Dean Evason's interim coaching status.
Darren ‘Doogie’ Wolfson fills in for Ramie and opens the show with Judd Zulgad from Fort Myers on Byron Buxton’s timeline to return to the Twins; (15:00) Doogie weights in on Dianna Russuni’s report on the 9ers wanting Kirk Cousins; (20:20) Tim Miles of Big Ten Network joins to talk Gophers and NCAA Tournament; (36:57) Cole Aldrich on the Wolves and NBA; (54:39) Derek Wetmore joins and he Doogie discuss the Cousins to 49ers rumor; (01:10:00) Doogie and Wetmore talk Twins and (01:26:05) Former Gopher hockey coach and current NHL scout Mike Guentzel joins to talk Wild and NHL.
Ramie opens the show with Judd Zulgad live from Fort Myers and asks for his thoughts on Kenta Maeda’s dominating start and Buxton’s approach for this season; (25:08) Phil Mackey joins to talk Malik Beasley’s hilarious comments after the Wolves losses over the weekend and what’s his future with the team? (41:14) Phil is still all-in on the XFL much to Ramie’s chagrin; (52:25) Derek Wetmore joins to talk indispensable players to the 2020 Twins; (01:14:27) Ramie and Wetmore have issue with Judd’s poll of the top athletes in Minnesota; (01:28:58) And Ramie wants to know when the NFL CBA is going to be finalized.
Ramie and Derek take issue with Judd's poll of the biggest current superstar in Minnesota sports.
Ramie asks Judd for clarification on why the boys’ state hockey tournament is such a big deal in Minnesota; (16:00) Ramie wants to know why the Wild are bad at tanking; (24:36) The weird obsession with Taysom Hill; (41:27) Ramie asks Judd and Declan some ridiculous questions that NFL prospects were asked at the combine; (51:10) Derek Wetmore joins to talk Twins ‘what if’ scenarios; (01:16:06) Why have the Red Sox not been punished yet for their cheating scandal?; (01:27:10) And Derek goes to the movies!
Ramie and Judd open with the breaking news of Peyton Manning and Al Michaels who are reportedly tabbed to call Monday Night Football on ESPN; (19:30) Ramie has an idea to discourage teams from tanking; (37:46) Ramie does that Hockey; (49:53) Matthew Coller joins and weighs in on Ramie’s tanking idea; (01:14:14) Once again, listeners took issue with Ramie’s comments on Tom Brady; (01:28:20) And Ramie wraps the show with a take on Daredevils in 2020.
Ramie and Judd open the show praising the Wolves for their win over the Pelicans; (20:00) But Ramie calls out an epidemic that people need to be better at; (28:22) Quarterback chaos for this NFL offseason; (45:12) Ramie has no interest in the Olympics; (51:00) Derek Wetmore joins to talk Twins but Jonathan gifted Ramie with food from the United’s food tasting and Declan loses his mind; (01:18:13) Ramie actually praises Alex Rodriguez; (01:28:14) And Ramie has issues with the corona virus.
Derek Wetmore joins to talk Twins but Jonathan gifted Ramie with food from the United’s food tasting and Declan loses his mind.
Ramie and Coller open the show with who’s the biggest threat to the Twins in the Central: The White Sox or the Indians? (16:00) Should the MLB expand on mic’d up players?; (31:31) Is Ryan Saunders’ job really safe?; (45:33) Coller wants a new show to watch; (51:10) How much longer will the Vikings go without extending Kirk Cousins?; (01:04:00) The future of free agent quarterbacks; (01:15:03) Tony Romo or Judge Judy?
Ramie and Coller evaluate Ryan Saunders' first season as head coach and if Gersson Rosas has the Wolves in the right direction.
Darren ‘Doogie’ Wolfson fills in for Ramie and opens the show with his thoughts on Richard Pitino and the Gophers; (24:56) Mike McGraw from Channel 45 joins to preview the boys’ state hockey tournament; (45:26) Phil Mackey rounds out the hour with some thoughts on the Gopher basketball team; (53:48) Matthew Coller joins to talk possible Vikings picks in the first round?; (01:16:27) Is a Kirk Cousins contract in the works? (01:27:00) And Timberwolves president of basketball operations Gerrson Rosas joins to wrap up the show.
Ramie, Derek and Declan discuss television shows they've given up on in their life and also the latest edition of Derek goes to the Movies.
Why the NFL Combine is so overrated; (20:00) Declan convinces Ramie to ‘get freaky’ for Jalen Hurts; (27:17) Judd Zulgad joins to talk Wolves and how they deserved to get fined for resting D’Angelo Russel; (39:20) Ramie re-addresses Declan’s shower strategy and dream jobs we’d like to have; (50:28) Derek Wetmore joins to talk Twins, specifically Byron Buxton’s status for Opening Day; (01:07:00) Ramie has beef with James Harden calling out Giannis; (01:11:00) Television shows we’ve bailed on; (01:26:27) And Derek goes to the movies.
Ramie opens the show calling out Declan; (05:00) Was the Wolves’ win over the Heat the best of the year?; (26:58) We’re all upset over YouTube TV taking away FOX Sports Regional networks; (41:00) Ramie does that hockey; (48:00) Alex Boone might be coming out of retirement; (01:10:00) Ramie and Boone debate snitches in the locker room; And (01:27:22) people are still upset at the Super Bowl Halftime Show.
In case you missed it any of SKOR North Live, producer Declan has a bold shower strategy, the Wolves stick it to Jimmy Butler and YouTube TV drops a hammer.
After Ramie got into it with Derek Wetmore on the latest SKOR North Twins show about who’s more likely to address their pitching needs, the Twins or Yankees, Ramie asks Judd the same question.; (25:47) Ramie asks Judd about how hard it is to be a rookie in the NFL and potential extensions for the Vikings; (40:00) Judd explains the emergency backup goalies procedures to Ramie; (48:05) Derek Wetmore joins for a game of buy or sell with Pecota projections on Twins; (01:09:24) Pecota projections on Twins players projected to regressed; (01:23:50) And Derek has insight on Madison Bumgarner’s alter ego.
Ramie has a bone to pick with Judd on his Mikko Koivu take; (21:38) What does a Kirk Cousins extension look like and do the Vikings have to draft a quarterback?; (39:19) Ramie has a Minnesota sports conspiracy theory; (48:00) Alex Boone joins to talk about how weird the NFL Combine is; (01:13:00) Boone breaks down the Fury vs. Wilder fight from over the weekend; (01:23:25) And Matthew Coller joins from the NFL Combine.
Ramie calls out Judd for ripping Mikko Koivu if he were to leave the Wild in free agency.
Ramie, Judd and Declan breakdown the news of Zach Parise possibly heading to the New York Islanders at the trade deadline; (15:00) Phil hops into to talk David Aryers being an emergency goalie and why it can only happen in hockey; (31:27) Can Mitch Garver take an even bigger step in 2020 for the Twins?; (42:20) Ramie asks Phil why he should keep watching the Wolves; (49:00) Derek Wetmore joins to talk Twins; (01:12:29) Torii Hunter’s comment on the Astros; (01:26:00) And Madison Bumgarner’s alter ego.
Ramie and Judd try to figure out the biggest question marks for the Twins in spring training.
Ramie and Judd are live from the Minnesota Golf Show and Ramie is fed up with David Ortiz and others comments towards whistleblowing on the Astros; (26:33) Biggest question marks for the Twins in 2019; (42:00) Ramie almost killed his girlfriend; (49:00) Matthew Coller joins the show to talk the state of NFL reckless speculation; (01:16:45) Why did Seimone Augustus leave the Lynks and (01:25:00) and update from Derek Wetmore at Twins spring training.
Ramie and Judd discuss the new NFL playoff format and if it's a good idea for the league or not.
Ramie and Judd open the show with the NFL reportedly changing its playoff format for next season; (24:12) What does the future hold for Everson Griffen?; (41:00) With KAT out with an injury, what does that mean for D’Angelo Russell?; (50:00) Matthew Coller joins to talk NFL playoff expansion; (01:05:00) Ramie and Declan do that hockey; (01:14:00) Ramie loved the NBA All-Star weekend; (01:27:00) And Ramie has a problem with his local deli.
ESPN's Nick Friedell joined SKOR North Live to talk Towns' future with the Wolves and why he's out of excuses for winning.
Ramie and Judd open the show with more tomfoolery from MLB commissioner Rob Manfred; (27:13) Ramie’s conspiracy theory involving Manfred; (34:30) Nick Friedell from ESPN joins to talk Wolves and KAT; (48:22) Derek Wetmore joins live from Fort Myers to talk Manfred and Twins; (01:12:17) Is Byron Buxton staying healthy?; (01:27:00) And Derek has bar trivia for Ramie and Declan.
Darren ‘Doogie’ Wolfson fills in for Ramie Makhlouf and Matthew Coller open the show with Drew Brees coming back in 2020 and what does it mean for Teddy Bridgewater? (27:20) Richard Pitino’s future with the Gophers; (49:27) The tricky situation with the Vikings cap space; (01:11:06) Glen Taylor’s comments on retiring Kevin Garnett’s No. 21; (01:19:00) NFL agent Blake Barratz, who represents Adam Thielen and others Vikings players joins the show to talk contract negotiations.
Sam Ekstrom fills in for Ramie for a weekend round up of sports, starting with the Gophers brutal loss to Iowa at home; (12:00) What happened to the Wild against the Sharks? (17:00) Why the NBA All-Star Game was a win for all sports; (25:49) Mattthew Coller joins to talk about the latest problems with Rob Manfred; (51:33) Sam asks Coller who are the Vikings cornerstones going forward?; (01:15:35) What are the top positions of need for the Vikings at this year’s draft? And (01:30:05) former Vikings in the XFL.
Ramie asks Judd and Declan why the Wild fired head coach Bruce Boudreau; (24:16) Ramie has a bone to pick with Justin Vernlander; (34:16) More listeners call into talk Boudreau’s firing; (40:51) Why the Timberwolves organization should be embarrassed in regards to Kevin Garnett’s number retirement in Boston; (51:00) Derek Wetmore joins from Fort Myers to talk Kenta Maeda’s and who rounds out the starting rotation as the No. 5 guy?; (01:16:50) Ramie actually gives props to an Astros player and (01:29:10) Derek Goes to the Movies.
Ramie is fired up and not holding back in regards to the Astros apologizing; (25:33) Listeners call into voice their frustrations about Houston; (41:00) Justin Verlander’s comments about the scandal; (48:25) Matthew Coller joins to give his thoughts; (01:12:10) How should opposing pitchers handle facing Astros hitters? And (01:23:20) Ramie has a Vikings question for Coller.
Ramie and Coller open the show with what the Vikings can carry over from 2019 into 2020; (15:00) What’s the Vikings floor and ceiling for wins in 2020?; (27:02) The national narrative of Karl-Anthony Towns being ‘soft and ‘entitled’ (42:06) The most Knicks thing ever; (48:52) Derek Wetmore joins from Fort Myers to talk Twins spring training; (01:14:24) Trevor Bauer’s comments about fixing baseball and the MLB’s ineptitude at growing the game.
Ramie and Coller try to figure out what the floor and ceiling is for the Vikings ins 2020.
ESPN's Brian Windhorst joins SKOR North Live to talk his new podcast, the NBA, the Wolves, why Minnesota won the trade for D'Angelo Russell and his issues with Karl-Anthony Towns.
Ramie and Phil open the show with the news of Marwin Gonzalez addressing his role in the Astros cheating scandal from 2017; (16:00) The MLB’s reported playoff change; (25:23) Ramie wants to remind those why Jimmy Butler was right; (41:14) Matthew Coller joins from TCO for takeaways from Mike Zimmer’s press conference; (50:02) Judd Zulgad joins to talk Wolves (01:05:15) ESPN’s Brian Windhorst joins to talk Wolves and NBA; (01:30:00) Ramie and Judd breakdown Windy’s comments about the Wolves and KAT and Declan and Judd explain why the Wild traded Jason Zucker.
Ramie and Phil open the show with Timberwolves talk, specifically Andrew Wiggins’ comments in regards to leaving Minnesota; (27:36) Ramie still has problems with the Kenta Maeda trade to the Twins; (45:04) Mackey and Declan tell Ramie why they loved the XFL; (51:21) Matthew Coller joins to talk football (01:06:21) What’s up with Stefon Diggs’ tweets?; (01:22:00) Reckless speculation on the NFL and ESPN’s trade machine.
In case you missed any of SKOR North Live, here's Ramie and Phil breaking down Andrew Wiggins' comments towards the culture with the Timberwolves vs. Golden State.
Ramie and Judd kick off the show with D’Angelo Russell’s impact on the Timberwolves; (19:00) Timberwolves press conference with Ryan Saunders and Gersson Rosas on Russell; (42:56) Russell’s introductory press conference; (52:00) Derek Wetmore joins to talk Wolves and Twins (01:17:27) Eno Sarris joins to talk what the hell is going on with the Twins’ trade with Boston and Los Angeles and Derek Goes to the Movies.
Ramie and Judd kick off the show with breaking news of the Timberwolves acquiring D’Angelo Russell from Golden State for Andrew Wiggins and draft compensation; (47:47) Matthew Coller joins for the 1pm hour to give his thoughts on the trade.
Jake Depue of SKOR North joins to give his opinions on Kenta Maeda being traded to the Twins.
Jake Depue joins Judd and Ramie right off the bat to talk Kenta Maeda but Ramie believes the Twins sold too low on Brusdar Graterol; Do you feel better about the Twins’ chances in the playoffs?; Judd and Ramie breakdown the flurry of Timberwolves trades; Twins reporter Derek Wetmore hops on and Bill Shaikin from the LA Times joins to talk what this trade means from the Dodgers perspective and Ramie has more concerns about the Maeda trade.
Ramie and Coller try to figure out the top priority for the Vikings (28:12); Is D'Angelo Russell the right fit in Minnesota; (46:55) What would the Wolves have to give up to acquire Russell (01:15:20); Ramie wants to know how people deal with the football offseason and the guys close the show with a mock draft.
In case you missed it, Ramie and Coller breakdown the latest Woj bomb involving the Timberwolves' interest in acquiring D'Angelo Russell from Golden State.
Ramie and Mackey spend the first hour breaking down their favorite moments from the Super Bowl; (26:24) Favorite commercials; (43:21) and the half-time show; (50:22) Matthew Coller joins to talk his favorite moments and how it relates to the Vikings; (01:15:36) the salary cap issues with the Vikings and people's issues with the half time show.
Ramie & Judd start the show discussing their rooting interests in Sunday's Super Bowl. Later, they chat with Britt Robson of The Athletic on where things sit with the Timberwolves and Karl-Anthony Towns Derek Wetmore subs in for Judd for the 2nd hour as he and Ramie have more Super Bowl talkers, including Ramie's spreads, and plans for a party during the big game. Ben Heisler of the Awful Announcing Podcast joins with analysis on Sunday's game along with Super Bowl prop bets.
If you could pluck any player or unit off either of the Super Bowl teams and add to the Vikings, what/who would it be? Ramie Makhlouf & Judd Zulgad discuss. Jace Frederick of the Pioneer Press joins with thoughts on the Wolves and what's happening with Karl-Anthony Towns. Matthew Coller checks in with what he would take from either Super Bowl team to add to the Vikings. What would Coller and Ramie do as NFL Commissioner?
Ramie & Judd are joined on SNL by The Superstar Mike Morris, who shares a few great stories on the late Viking great Chris Doleman
Where are you at on the Wolves? Ramie, Judd & Manny discuss the direction the franchise is headed and what is going on with KAT. The Superstar Mike Morris joins to reflect on the late great former Viking Chris Doleman, and shares a few funny moments from being Doleman's teammate. Derek Wetmore joins for the 2nd hour to talk more on the Twins and Josh Donaldson: Has the perception of the Twins changed? Derek Goes to the movies and reviews Caddyshack.
Ramie & Coller have a nuanced discussion on Kobe Bryant's death and legacy. How should Kobe's life be viewed when you combine all the success with the past transgressions?
Ramie Makhlouf & Matthew Coller open SNL with thoughts on the Wolves awful meltdown last night against Sacramento. Is it time to question Karl-Anthony Towns leadership? Why was Shabazz Napier left to answer questions from the media and not the Wolves' star? Ramie is very conflicted on Kobe Bryant's death, and explains why. He & Coller have a nuanced conversation on Kobe's legacy along with his past transgressions. *What surprise team could be next year's 49ers?
*Timberwolves TV Analyst Jim Petersen talks with Matthew Coller & Chris Long of Channel 5 on the passing of Kobe Bryant.
Judd Zulgad & Manny Hill discuss the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant, his daughter and the other passengers and pilot who died in a helicopter crash outside of Los Angeles yesterday. They dive into Kobe's impact, different levels of grief, and take your calls as well. Chris Long & Phil Mackey weigh in on the tragedy and offer their perspective on Kobe's impact. We also hear from Gopher Basketball Coach Richard Pitino on learning of the news just before their game against Michigan State. *Timberwolves TV Analyst Jim Petersen joins Chris Long & Matthew Coller to start the 3rd hour, and discusses Kobe's impact on the game of basketball, particularly the Women's game.
What's the best course of action for the Vikings salary cap situation? Ramie, Judd & Manny discuss whether or not the Vikings should run it back in 2020 and even give Kirk Cousins an extension, or blow up the whole thing. Sports Dad says: "Don't argue about the things that do matter, just believe in what you believe and shut up about that" Should Karl-Anthony Towns be untouchable? Can the Wolves put together a winner around him? Dan Hayes of the Athletic joins with thoughts on how the Twins landed Josh Donaldson, and his beloved 49ers making the big game.
Judd and Declan talk the latest inductions into the Hall of Fame and who missed the cut; Also lineup changes are coming for the Wild.
Now that the Twins have Josh Donaldson, should we expect them to make another impact move for a pitcher? Judd is buying that they will, Ramie is not so sure. Myron Medcalf joins with thoughts on the brawl that happened between Kansas & Kansas State Basketball There appears to be a falling out between Nolan Arenado and Rockies management: Should the Twins have waited before signing Donaldson? Derek Wetmore joins for hour 2 with more thoughts on the Donaldson signing becoming official, and also if the Twins would and should make another impact move. *Mackey checks in with more Josh Donaldson talkers and continued speculation on what's next for the Twins.
*Darren "Doogie" Wolfson is in to host this edition of SKOR North Live. He and producer Manny Hill get into the 49ers making the Super Bowl, and the impressive run the Bay Area has had at competing for championships the last decade. How close is Minnesota to having a similar type of run?
(28:00): Brian Lawton of NHL Network on the current state of the Minnesota Wild (44:00): Doogie talks with Rocco Baldelli on the Twins offseason, and signing Josh Donaldson (50:30): Mardy Fish on how he played a role in Josh Donaldson landing with the Twins (1:21:00): Former Wolves coach Sam Mitchell on the current state of the Wolves.
Did the 49ers teach us anything about where the Vikings need to be to compete for a championship? Ramie & Mackey discuss. Also, how good is Patrick Mahomes? Should the Vikings search for similar difference maker at QB? Ramie & Phil also talk more on the Astros cheating scandal, as Jose Altuve & Alex Bregman seem pretty indifferent on their role in the scandal, while Mike Clevinger makes some strong points against what the Astros did. Matthew Coller joins for hour 2, discussing Championship Sunday, and just how far off the Vikings are from being on the 49ers & Chiefs level. Coller also weighs in on the Astros scandal and Clevinger's comments.
Minneapolis comedian Corey Adam joins Ramie & Danny in studio to chat about the Vikings loss to the niners, the Twins signing of Josh Donaldson, and to defend Odell Beckham Jr.. The latter much to the delight of Danny.
What are you confident, concerned & curious about the Vikings offseason? Ramie, Danny & Manny discuss. The Astros cheating scandal just keeps getting crazier and crazier, and are we concerned that the Twins could be next? *Comedian Corey Adam joins for hour 2, with his takes on the Vikings loss to the 49ers, and what they should do with Zimmer, Spielman & Cousins. Later, what does Corey think about the Josh Donaldson signing for the Twins & the Astros scandal. Also, why has Conor McGregor become so boring?
Danny and Judd breakdown the Jeff Teague trade; the Minnesota Wild's big win over Tampa Bay and the latest on Astros cheating scandal.
Despite the Josh Donaldson signing, is there still concern over regression from the Twins offense? Ramie, Judd & Danny discuss. Did Odell Beckham Jr. cross the line? Danny says the warrant for OBJ's arrest is over the top. Judd & Ramie disagree What should the Vikings do with the future of the quarterback position? Should they look to move on from Kirk? Jessica Mendoza said what?: Should Mike Fiers be to blame for the Astros scandal coming out?
Ramie Makhlouf, Derek Wetmore & Judd Zulgad react to the Twins signing of Josh Donaldson and take your calls. Was this a good move for the Twins? Will it quiet the critics of the Twins front office? How much better does Donaldson make the Twins? Ramie & Derek debate: Should the Twins still be looking to make a move for a starting pitcher with one of their top prospects? *Derek goes to the movies: Wetmore reviews "The Jerk" starring Steve Martin.
Danny and Judd are bringing the rain with the news of Josh Donaldson signing with the Twins and what the hell happened to the Wild last night?
Matthew Coller & Ramie Makhlouf look back at the National Championship Game and how good Joe Burrow was and also have some fun with LSU Coach Ed Orgeron's gruffy voice.
Ramie Makhlouf & Matthew Coller discuss the way the Vikings have been constructed over the last few years: What is the major flaw in that construction? Can it be fixed? What does Coller think of the two quarterbacks who played in the National Championship game last night? Could the Vikings explore moving up to take Tua Tagovailoa? *Eno Sarris of The Athletic joins and discusses what has gone down with the Houston Astros, and also if the Twins will ever make a significant move in the offseason.
Danny and Judd talk Joe Burrow and LSU winning another championship and the Timberwolves drop one to OKC.
Judd and Danny and preview the eulogy to the 2019 Vikings after their season ended in the NFC Divisional round.
Could the Vikings have done anything else against the 49ers on Saturday? Ramie Makhlouf & Phil Mackey spend the first hour of SKOR North Live discussing what they learned from the Vikings' season-ending loss, and speculate on what could be next for Kirk Cousins and Mike Zimmer. Matthew Coller joins for the 2nd hour: Was there anything else the Vikings could've done against San Francisco? Later, what do we make of the departures of several Vikings assistants? Coller and Ramie discuss.
Ramie and Danny open the show with the question of: “The Vikings will beat the 49ers if… (blank) goes right"; (26:06) Are the Wolves turning things around?; (01:01:00) Ranking the remaining playoff quarterbacks and (01:27:00) Danny’s Dream Game of the Week.
Ramie, Judd and Danny open the show with Adam Thielen’s injury and how concerned should the Vikings be if he can’t play; (31:35) Why are the Twins reluctant to trade prospects; (52:00) The likelihood of the Vikings running the table (01:20:00) and NBA pettiness and Larry David’s sports takes.
Ramie, Judd and Danny try to figure out why the Twins are so hesitant to trade top prospects with the team's window of contention wide open.
In case you missed it, Alex Boone joined Ramie to talk expectations from the Vikings in the divisional round against the 49ers.
Ramie kicks off the show with Judd Zulgad and Derek Wetmore talking Mike Zimmer and Rick Spielman job security after their last playoff win; (28:03) Has the Twins offseason been a success or a failure and Derek Goes to the Movies; (53:30) Alex Boone joins to talk Vikings-9ers and (01:20:00) take calls from Vikings fans.
Ramie Makhlouf and Judd Zulgad try to figure out if Kirk Cousins turned a corner for good after his clutch performance against the Saints.
Ramie Makhlouf and Judd Zulgad open the show figuring out how the perception changes with Kirk Cousins after his playoff win; (30:43) Mike McCarthy heading to the Cowboys; (57:00) What's the penalty for Astros for cheating; (01:10:00) QB comparisons to Kirk Cousins and new XFL rules.
Ramie Makhlouf & Phil Mackey reflect on the Vikings Wild Card win over the Saints. What did we learn? Was that Mike Zimmer's best coaching performance? Has Kirk Cousins exorcised the big game demons? Matthew Coller joins for hour 2, and highlights what led to the Vikings' win, and why Mike Zimmer is commendable for the defensive gameplan.
Chad Graff of The Athletic joins Ramie & Judd to start the show, and discusses all the Mike Zimmer/Cowboys rumors, and a path to the Vikings winning in New Orleans. Breaking news surfaces that Mackensie Alexander & Mike Hughes will be out for Sunday's game, and Judd's take on the game does a complete 180. *Comedian Corey Adam joins for hour 2, and is still somewhat optimistic about Sunday's game.
Judd and Declan try to figure out a path to victory for the Vikings in New Orleans on Wild Card Weekend.
It's a packed house for SKOR North Live, as Mackey, Judd, & Alex Boone join Ramie in studio. Boone has anecdotes on football, and also discusses preparing for postseason games. Do the Vikings have a legit shot on Sunday? Danny Cunningham joins and talks Vikings and Mike Zimmer's future, and also how the depleted Timberwolves hung with the Bucks last night.
Matthew Coller and Ramie Makhlouf debate Mike Zimmer's status as Vikings coach and what the future should be if the Vikings' season ends on Sunday The Twins have signed Rich Hill and Homer Bailey. Does that do anything for you? *Did Ryan Saunders call Matthew Coller out for his take on the Wolves shooting threes?
Myron Medcalf is in for Ramie. He and Manny examine the Vikings upcoming Wild Card matchup with the Saints: What's the formula for the Vikings to win It's Black Monday, and multiple NFL coaches have been fired: Could Kevin Stefanski land one of these openings? What would the ideal situation be? *Rumors are swirling that Karl-Anthony Towns is unhappy again: Myron, Coller & Manny speculate on what's next for the struggling Wolves
Danny and Judd are jacked for Black Monday with the NFL regular season coming to a close.
Doogie is in for Ramie: He and Judd talk about the state of the Wild and Wolves. Do the Wild know which direction they're headed in? Are the Twins going to pull of an impact trade? Doogie says there should still be patience. Daniel House joins to discuss the Kirk Ciarocca's departure from the Gophers to Penn State, and who could be sitting out the Outback Bowl. Doogie has a path for the Vikings to get to the NFC Championship game.
Darren Doogie Wolfson is in for Ramie, and is joined by Matthew Coller for the first hour, discussing Vikings playoff scenarios, and if tonight's game is more important for the Vikings or Packers. The Twins have missed out on more free agent pitchers. Will they pull the trigger on a trade? Channel 5's Joe Schmit joins Doogie in studio to talk Vikings/Packers and also speculate on what's next for the Twins this offseason. Hopkins native Zeke Nnaji of Arizona Men's basketball joins in studio.
On Monday's Cluster Fun, Danny Cunningham and Judd Zulgad talk about the things that went right for the Vikings this weekend prior to their Monday Night Football matchup with the Packers. The guys also touch on the Twins striking out on trying to land impact pitching in free agency.
Chip Scoggins of the Star Tribune talks Minnesota "What ifs" with Danny & Judd. Chip has one for the Gophers, Manny with the Twins, Danny with the Wolves, and Judd with the Wild.
Derek Wetmore joins Judd & Danny with Reckless Speculation on Josh Donaldson: Are the Twins still in the mix for the free agent 3rd baseman? Declan Goff is in for puck talk after the Wild score 8 goals in Arizona. *Chip Scoggins is in for Hour 2 with thoughts on what's ahead for the Vikings for Monday night, and also participates in "What if" for Minnesota Sports.
Danny, Judd and Declan breakdown a chaotic 8-5 win over the Arizona Coyotes and Mackey Claus comes through with a big gift for Declan.
Judd & Danny are joined by Declan Goff to start the show with a check in on the Minnesota Wild. Are the Wild & Wolves both headed in the right direction? Jake Depue joins with 5 different trade ideas for the Twins. Could David Price be an option? Doogie joins with Scoops on the Vikings & Twins The Wolves have dropped 8 in a row: Is it time for the perspective of this team to change?
Danny and Declan breakdown another Wolves loss and Declan has a bone to pick with Danny's all-decade team.
Former Packers running back Gary Ellerson of 105.7 The Fan in Milwaukee joins Ramie, Judd & Danny to talk Packers/Vikings and much more!
(00:00): What's the recipe for the Vikings to get to the Super Bowl? Aaron Rodgers is a Pro Bowler, but you'll never guess who has a higher QBR than him (27:00): Will the Wolves be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline? (40:30): Ramie's old buddy Gary Ellerson of 105.7 The Fan in Milwaukee joins with Packers/Vikings talk and much more (53:00): Wetmore joins with more thoughts on the Twins offseason moves. (1:16:00): Dan Hayes of The Athletic on the Twins offseason. (1:27:45): Derek goes to the Movies: Wetmore reviews Christmas Vacation
Danny and Judd breakdown the latest string of injuries to the Wild; The upcoming matchup for the Wolves and Pro Bowl snubs.
Ramie and Matthew Coller discuss the possibility that Rob Manfred and MLB could contract some Minor League baseball teams, and Coller is not happy about it.
Ramie & Coller discuss the Vikings potential playoff matchups: What is the Vikings Kryptonite? Is Lamar Jackson changing the NFL? Matthew Coller makes a case for Danielle Hunter to be NFL DPOY Coller on why getting rid of MiLB is a "dumb idea" *The guys pick a Christmas movie for Wetmore to watch.
After the Saints big win over the Colts on Monday Night Football, Danny and Judd wonder how tough it would be for Minnesota to go into the Super Dome in the playoffs.
What did we learn from the Vikings win over the Chargers yesterday? Has the defense improved? MadBum to Arizona: Ramie is fired up about it. Coller joins in hour 2 with assessment on the Vikings' win. Coller: "I think that this team is the best team that Mike Zimmer has ever had" *The Patriots were caught on camera cheating, and Danny & Ramie love it.
Ramie, Danny, Judd & Manny play "Confident, Concerned, Curious" in regards to the Vikings/Chargers game on Sunday Ramie has trade ideas for the Twins: Robbie Ray or David Price, anyone? Free For All Friday What do you need to see from the Vikings in the last 3 games to make you think they can go on a Super Bowl run? Ben Heisler joins with fantasy football analysis for semi-final weekend. Why is Jonathan wearing a suit?
Danny asks Judd about the Wild's big win over the Oilers and if they've turned a corner.
Ramie is concerned that the Twins might be missing out in Free Agency. How will fans respond if the Twins don't make any big moves? Danny Cunningham & Derek Wetmore discuss. Would you hold it against Falvey & Levine if they don't land a top free agent? *Mackey threw out hypothetical trades for the Twins with both the Indians and Rockies, but which one would you choose?
Brian Kenny of MLB Network joins SKOR North Live with analysis on Gerrit Cole's contract with the Yankees, and what the Twins can do next.
Who are the real Minnesota Timberwolves? Ramie picks Danny's brain on what's gone wrong with the local NBA squad. Brian Kenny of MLB Network on the Yankees landing Gerrit Cole, and also calls Ramie stupid for his MadBum idea.
Danny and Judd breakdown the Gerrit Cole contract with the Yankees and where the Twins fit in.
Have the Vikings already played their best football? Ramie says yes. Coller on why it makes sense to play Mike Hughes more than Xavier Rhodes, even if he's not great: "If he plays average... average at one position will be okay" *Coller is fired up over the Giants not going for it on 4th and 3, and also the Patriots being involved in yet another cheating scandal.
What did we learn from the Vikings win over Detroit? Ramie & Mackey discuss if they feel better about Minnesota's defense. Should the Twins give Madison Bumgarner $100+ million over 5 years? Mackey & Ramie both say yes. Matthew Coller joins in the 2nd hour with more analysis on the Vikings win, and also how good Danielle Hunter has actually been. The NFL's Hope/Panic index: Should the Patriots be in panic mode?
Judd and Declan dissect the Vikings steamrolling the Detroit Lions and what's at stake for the final three games.
Judd and Declan breakdown another win for the Minnesota Wild who are now inside the top 8 of the West; Also the Twins signed two free agents.
Ramie, Judd & Danny play "Confident, Concerned, Curious" with the Vikings & Lions for this weekend. Twins Hot stove discussion: Does it make sense to bring Michael Pineda back? What would the Vikings have to do in the postseason for you to want to extend Mike Zimmer? Ben Heisler joins for Fantasy Football analysis, and to break down Danny's Dream Game of the Week.
What are the most annoying things your friends talk to you about? Ramie, Judd, Danny & Manny discuss and take calls The Vikings should roll the Lions this week, but will they? Dan Hayes of the Athletic joins with thoughts on the Twins missing out on Zack Wheeler, and whether or not Madison Bumgarner makes sense for the Twins to pursue. Will Mike Zimmer bench Xavier Rhodes? Would Holton Hill or Mike Hughes make a difference?
Danny and Declan quickly recap the Wild's win over the Panthers and the NBA's strange call in the Rockets-Spurs game.
Are the Vikings in that bad of a spot? Ramie argues that things may not be as bad as they seem. Is there any possibility the Vikings can fix their defensive woes? Ramie after Zack Wheeler signs with the Phillies: "You have to sign Madison Bumgarner" Derek goes to the Movies and reviews Rounders.
Matthew Coller & Danny Cunningham recap the Vikings loss in Seattle and analyze why the Vikings defense has regressed so badly. - Why does Xavier Rhodes continue to play? - Should there be changes to the NFL's playoff format? Coller says yes.
Danny and Judd assess who's to blame for the Vikings loss to the Seahawks on Monday Night Football.
Brian Murphy: "Gopher fans looked at Saturday as just another MN sports disappointment... That's the wrong attitude to take" Judd on Harrison Smith: "As much as he's going to politic to play, he can't play tonight" Matthew Coller joins the fray: Will the Vikings be able to utilize Irv Smith in Seattle? What does this game mean for Kirk Cousins and Mike Zimmer both? Is this a swing game for Minnesota? *Coller and Murph dive into the rest of the NFL: Are the Ravens the NFL's best?
Chip Scoggins of the Star Tribune joined Judd & Danny to dive into how the Gophers can beat Wisconsin on Saturday, and what a win could represent for the program.
(2:00): Danny talks Wolves and why Jeff Teague coming off the bench should help. (26:00): Chip Scoggins joins with thoughts on the Gophers matchup on the Badgers: How big would a win be for the Gophers? How does Minnesota match up with the Badgers? (51:00): Derek Wetmore checks in on the breaking Twins news. How big of a loss will Derek Shelton be as he moves on to Pittsburgh? Also, what to expect from the Twins with the left side of the infield? (1:19:00): Judd and Declan talk Wild: Do the young players need to see more ice time?
What are we most thankful for in Minnesota Sports? Ramie, Judd and Manny go over what they're the most thankful for among the Vikings, Gophers and Wolves & Twins. What would an All-Decade team for the Wolves look like? Derek Wetmore with what he's thankful for in Minnesota sports, some Twins nuggets for the offseason, and more reckless speculation. Who has the bigger or more important game this weekend? The Gophers or Vikings?
Judd and Declan preview the big weekend of football on deck with the Gophers hosting the Badgers and the Vikings visiting Seattle.
Is this the biggest game in Gopher football history? Ramie, Mackey & Manny discuss the week ahead for Gophers/Badgers, including College Game Day coming to Minnesota on Saturday. Are the Vikings better than the Packers? Did we overrate their improvements on defense, and is Kirk Cousins better than Aaron Rodgers right now? Coller joins for hour 2: Did Buffalo's dominance of the Broncos make you second guess the Vikings performance against Denver last week? What did we learn about this past week in the NFL with the Vikings on the bye? Is the NFC winnable for Minnesota?
(00:00): Is the NFC really good or really bad? Should the Vikings consider moving on from Zimmer after the season and promoting Kevin Stefanski? (28:00): "Free for all Friday": Ramie & Danny answer random questions from listeners. (51:15): What do we make of Myles Garrett's accusations of what Mason Rudolph said during their incident last week? (1:14:00): Ben Heisler joins for his weekly appearance with Fantasy Football analysis and information. (1:26:00): The debut session of SKOR Court: Danny vs. Mackey on KAT's status as an NBA player
(00:00): Brian Murphy & Danny Cunningham dive into the status of the Vikings into the bye: Is this team where we expected them to be? (28:00): Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press joins with thoughts on the Gophers as they prep for Northwestern (42:00): Is the NCAA really going to make a James Wiseman pay $11,500 to a charity in addition to his suspension? (51:00): Is it fair for expectations for the Wolves to be higher than they were at the start of the season? (1:20:00): Jace Frederick of the Pioneer Press on the Wolves 8-7 start, and if Wiggins will continue to play well. (1:33:00): Declan joins for Wild hockey discussion.
Former Vikings head coach Mike Tice joined Doogie with thoughts on the Vikings as they head into the bye week
(00:00): Darren "Doogie" Wolfson fills in for Ramie, and he & Manny speculate on what bowl game the Gophers could be headed to, depending on the scenario. (23:00): Bobby Marks of ESPN joins with thoughts on the Wolves 8-6 start, and potential trade targets after the December 15 restricted deadline. (46:30): Former Vikings coach Mike Tice on the current state of the Vikings (58:00): Derek Wetmore joins with Twins hot stove speculation. (1:16:00): Tampa Bay Rays reliever and Crosby, MN native Nick Anderson joins Doogie & Derek in studio.
Matthew Coller & Ramie Makhlouf discuss Howard Bryant's Twitter thread on the Colin Kaepernick situation with the NFL.
(00:00): Are the vikings meeting or exceeding expectations at 8-3? (32:30): A look back at the Malice in the Palace on its 15th anniversary: How does it relate to the Myles Garrett incident? (45:00): Should playoffs be the expectation now for the Wolves? (52:00): Robert Mays of The Ringer joins with thoughts on the Vikings, Bears and the Colin Kaepernick story (1:19:00): The Food Championship Series selection show
Danny and Judd recap the Wolves big win over the Jazz on Monday evening, as well as the Chiefs beating the Chargers on Monday Night Football.
(00:00): Did we learn about Kirk Cousins and the Vikings offense after the comeback win? (26:00): Will the Vikings ever get their issues in the secondary figured out? (44:00): Danny recaps the Gophers loss to Iowa (52:00): Matthew Coller with thoughts on the Vikings win: Should there be concern over the 20-0 deficit, or excitement over the comeback win? (1:20:00): The NFL Hope/Panic Index
Judd and Danny recap the Vikings' comeback over the Broncos as well what happened to the Wolves and Wild.
Ramie, Danny and Manny spend the first hour discussing what happened in Cleveland last night with Myles Garrett, Mason Rudolph and others. Should Rudolph have been suspended as well? Danny makes a case. Who is the real MVP of the Vikings offense this season? Could it actually be Gary Kubiak? Ben Heisler joins with thoughts on the best plays for fantasy owners this weekend. Carmelo Anthony is back in the NBA.
Danny and Judd recap the chaotic ending to the Browns-Steelers Thursday Night Football game in which Myles Garrett and Mason Rudolph got into quite the spat.
(7:00) Judd on the Broncos: "I'm looking way past them. It's not my job to consider them..." (23:00): Ramie "This is Andrew Wiggins. They've unlocked him" (44:00): What should happen to the Astros in this investigation by MLB? (50:00): Are the Wolves becoming "Pioneers of excellence" like KAT says? (1:10:00): Sam Ekstrom of Zone Coverage joins do discuss the evolution of Dalvin Cook and the Vikings offense. (1:22:00): We like fried chicken around here.
Danny and Declan recap the amazing comments by Karl-Anthony Towns and another big win for the Timberwolves; Also previewing the Wild-Coyotes game tonight.
Ramie and Derek recklessly speculate: Should the Twins trade for Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts? Ramie says yes, Derek says no.
(00:00): How much stock should we buy into the recent successes of the Vikings, Gophers and Timberwolves? (38:00): Is Dalvin Cook an exception to the rule that "running backs don't matter?" (52:00): Derek Wetmore reacts to Rocco Baldelli winning Manager of the Year, and the latest news surrounding the Houston Astros. (1:14:00): Reckless Trade Speculation!: Should the Twins trade for Mookie Betts? (1:27:00): Derek goes to the movies: Wetmore reviews Blue Chips, and wasn't happy about it.
Is the Vikings' offense for real?; (25:02) Andrew Wiggins turning a corner; (40:00); The fire at the 1977 NFC Championship game; (49:15) Gopher bowl games scenarios; (01:05:00) Dion Waiters' THC incident and (01:15:00) the debut episode of Declan +.
Danny and Judd breakdown Andrew Wiggins' impressive play and is it sustainable for the rest of the season?
(00:00): Was that the greatest Minnesota sports weekend ever? Ramie & Mackey discuss (23:00): Callers react to the Gophers win vs. Penn State on Saturday (42:00): What did we learn from the Vikings win in Dallas? Is it time to shake the Kirk Cousins Primetime narrative? (53:00): Coller reacts to the Vikings win and Cousins narrative: "I think it's time to put a bullet in that and just not talk about it anymore" (1:18:00): NFL Panic Index
Judd and Danny recap an epic weekend of Minnesota sports that saw the Gophers knock off No. 4 Penn State and the Vikings pick up a Prime Time win over the Cowboys.
Ramie, Danny and Manny talk with former Cowboys receiever Drew Pearson on his hail mary catch to beat the Vikings in 1975, and on this Sunday's Vikings/Cowboys matchup.
(00:00): Ramie, Danny & Manny play Confidence, Concern, Curious with the Vikings/Cowboys game. (20:15): Former Cowboys wide receiver Drew Pearson talks about his Hail Mary catch against the Vikings and what to look for in this Sunday's game. (36:00): How big would a Gophers win over Penn State be? (53:00): How can the Vikings win in Dallas on Sunday? (1:08:00): Ben Heisler joins with all you need to know for your fantasy teams this weekend. (1:26:00): Why has James Harden struggled on the road in certain NBA cities?
Judd and Declan breakdown the Wild's rally against the Sharks on Thursday night that fell short and preview Vikings-Cowboys.
Ramie, Judd, Danny and Manny discuss Mike Zimmer's 6 year run as Vikings coach. Also, should Dalvin Cook get a new contract with the Vikings once his rookie deal is up?
(2:15): Judd on the Vikings: "If they don't win their next 3, it's over, through 2020..." (20:00): Would you give Dalvin Cook a 2nd contract if you're the Vikings? (38:00): Danny on the Vikings: "If this doesn't go well the rest of this season, you're going to have to pivot to tanking and rebuilding" (51:00): Is there any reason to panic over the Wolves loss to Memphis? (1:25:00): Baseball free agency is already underway... Has anyone noticed?
ESPN/ABC Play-by-play man Sean McDonough joined Ramie, Derek and Manny to look ahead to the Gophers/Penn State game on Saturday.
(00:00): Did we overreact to the Vikings loss to the Chiefs? (38:00): KAT is back with the Wolves. Are we going to see a new KAT after his fight with Embiid? (51:00): Derek Wetmore joins with thoughts on what's ahead for the Twins this offseason: Should Jake Odorizzi accept his qualifying offer? (1:13:00): ESPN's Sean McDonough joins with thoughts on the Gophers/Penn State game. (1:28:00): Derek Goes to the Movies: Wetmore reviews Friday.
Ramie, Judd and Danny debate rather or not the Vikings defense is the biggest issue right now instead of Kirk Cousins.
(00:00): Which obstacle will be more difficult to overcome for the Vikings? Kirk Cousins play, or the defense? (24:00): Danny breaks down what went on at Target Center last night. What happened with the 49 minute delay? (38:00): What does Andrew Wiggins need to show to remain in the Wolves long-term plans? (50:00): Coller joins with thoughts on Kirk Cousins' personality and how it fits with the rest of the Vikings roster. *(1:13:00): Can the Vikings overcome what could be going wrong with their defense?
Danny and Judd breakdown the wacky events at Target Center between the Wolves and Bucks; which players around the NBA Wolves fans should watch.
Coller and Ramie debate over whether or not Kirk Cousins is being fairly criticized and if the quarterback's contract will be worth it in the end.
(00:00): Is Kirk Cousins getting too much of the blame? Ramie and Mackey discuss (44:00): Reckless Speculation: Is PJ Fleck headed to Tallahassee? (49:00): Coller joins: Will Kirk Cousins be worth it in the end? (1:14:00): What's going on with the Vikings defense? Coller examines the domino effect of Xavier Rhodes' struggles
Danny and Judd try to asses who is to blame for the Vikings' loss to the Chiefs in Week 9.
Minneapolis-based comedian and Vikings fan Corey Adam joined Ramie in studio and explains why he never panicked when the Vikings were 2-2 after their loss to the Bears
(13:30): Should Patrick Mahomes play Sunday? Danny makes the case for why he shouldn't, even if we want him to. (23:00): 2nd half outlook for the NFC, and where the Vikings fit in. (34:00): Ben Heisler joins for weekly appearance with fantasy football analysis. (52:00): Minneapolis Comedian Corey Adam joins Ramie in studio and weighs in on the KAT/Embiid fight. (1:08:00): Corey on why he wasn't panicking about the Vikings when they were 2-2. (1:25:00): Corey breaks down a huge weekend in UFC.
Ramie Makhlouf and Matthew Coller discuss the fight between Karl-Anthony Towns and Joel Embiid in the Wolves loss to the Sixers
(00:00): Did Karl-Anthony Towns begin the process of changing a narrative surrounding him with his fight with Joel Embiid last night? (19:00): Was Ben Simmons the biggest offender of the night? (38:00): Ramie and Judd discuss the World Series. Why didn't AJ Hinch use Gerrit Cole? (48:00): Coller weighs in on the KAT/Embiid fight: "I don't want to see him constantly feel insecure about the narrative surrounding him" (1:12:00): Ramie and Coller look ahead to the Vikings 2nd half schedule.
Ramie, Wetmore and Coller talk World Series, and Pat in Golden Valley makes an impromptu call in.
(00:00) Ramie, Danny and Manny discuss Alex Bregman and Juan Soto carrying their bats to first base in the home runs in the World Series: Did they cross the line? (30:00): The Trea Turner play controversy: Did MLB handle that correctly? (41:00): How big in the Wolves game in Philly tonight for KAT? (51:00): Coller and Wetmore join to talk more on the World Series discussion (1:31:00): Derek goes to the movies
Danny and Judd breakdown the Wild's latest deflating loss, this time to the Dallas Stars and the debacle in the World Series.
Matthew Coller and Ramie Makhlouf discuss the news that the NCAA is going to allow for student athletics to make money off endorsments, but Matthew Coller says it might not end up being what we think.
Judd and Declan talk Vikings-Chiefs as well as the rest of the NFC and preview tonight's Wild's game against the Stars.
*(00:00) Judd, Danny and Ramie discuss question marks for the Vikings heading into the 2nd half of their season (26:30): Reckless Trade Speculation as the NFL's trade deadline approaches (37:00): What does Ramie think of Judd's idea of Teddy Bridgewater joining the Bears next year? (52:00): Coller joins with thoughts on Teddy and Mitch Trubisky. (1:17:00): Is the NCAA finally getting it right?
FOX Sports North Timberwolves analyst Jim Petersen joined Ramie Makhlouf & Danny Cunningham on Monday's episode of SKOR North Live to discuss the Wolves 3-0 start.
(00:00): Once again, we ask the question: Is Andrew Wiggins figuring it out? (17:00): Jim Petersen on Wiggy's 4th quarter, and the keys to Wolves' 3-0 start (31:00): Danny's pumped for the return of a certain chicken sandwich. Also, who has it worse; Danny's Browns or Ramie's Bears? (50:30): Coller joins with questions about coaching decisions made in the NFL in week 8 (1:10:00): NFL Panic Index: Which teams in the league need to hit the panic button? (1:29:00): Is it finally time for robot umps after game 5 of the World Series?
(00:00): The Vikings win against Washington, but Ramie says there are still some big concerns (15:00): Should we be worried about the Vikings defense? (30:00): Danny's dream game (38:30): The Warriors are bad. Could this be a good thing for the Wolves? (47:00): Could Kirk Cousins move up into the next tier of quarterbacks? (1:01:00): Ben Heisler joins for Fantasy football analysis (1:15:00): Danny explains why Crown Royal Peach is amazing.
Danny and Judd discuss the Vikings crawling to a 19-9 win over Washington on Thursday Night Football.
Ramie, Danny and Manny discuss whether or not Kirk Cousins can elevate himself into the next tier of quarterbacks?
(00:00): Is there any concern that Primetime Kirk will show up tonight? (17:00): Who is more likely to get any sort of revenge against the Vikings tonight? AP or Case Keenum? (39:00): Danny talks Wolves... and Popeyes chicken (52:00): Coller joins with more thoughts on the Vikings matchup with Washington, and why nothing has changed with Kirk Cousins. (1:24:00): Coller's weird phobia.
Danny and Declan breakdown the Timberwolves season-opening win over the Nets last night and what to make of the Wild's rebuild.
Derek Wetmore and Ramie Makhlouf discuss the controversy surrounding the Houston Astros and their Assistant GM Brandon Taubman's comments on Roberto Osuna.
(00:00): Ramie, Danny and Manny discuss more about Alex Boone's comments on Adrian Peterson (20:00): Danny's takeaways from opening night in the NBA (50:00): Derek Wetmore stop in with thoughts on the World Series (1:10:00): Derek and Ramie weigh in on the controversy surrounding Astros Assistant GM Brandon Taubman (1:27:00): Derek goes to the Movies: Wetmore reviews Tommy Boy
Danny and Judd are excited for the Wolves to back; the Wild won another game and previewing Vikings Vent Line.
With Sam Darnold's poor performance on MNF, the guys decide which starting quarterbacks in the NFL should be sent to play in the XFL
(00:00): Have the Vikings rekindled some Super Bowl hope? (23:00): How many starting QB's in the nfl should be "banished" to the XFL? (41:00): Danny talks Wolves: What are reasonable expectations for the Wolves this season? (1:08:00): Is this good stretch of play by Kirk Cousins sustainable? (1:28:00): Declan+: Declan has more Disney movies to break down
Judd and Declan are up in arms over Sam Darnold and the Jets after their putrid performance on Monday Night Football.
(00:00): What did we learn about the Vikings after their win in Detroit? (19:00): Did we overreact to Kirk Cousins' early season struggles? (42:00): Mackey with more excitement on Gopher football: Could they get to 10 wins? (51:00): Coller joins with takeaways from the Vikings win over the Lions and overall performance this season: "This is who Kirk Cousins is" (1:13:00): NFL Panic Index: How bad is it for Ramie's Bears? (1:36:00): Do we need to eat crow on saying Aaron Rodgers is washed?
Danny and Judd recap the crazy weekend in Minnesota sports with the Vikings, Wild and United playing meaningful games.
*Judd Zulgad & Brian Murphy look back at covering the 2010 Minnesota Vikings season on SKOR North Live
(00:00): A Minnesota Wild round table discussion with Judd, Declan and Brian Murphy answers questions about the state of the Wild, where they could be headed, and what this means for the future of Bruce Boudreau (40:30): What are the worst teams Murph and Judd have ever covered? (53:00): What affect does the Patrick Mahomes injury have on the rest of the NFL, and what does it mean for the Vikings matchup with the Chiefs in a few weeks? (1:09:00): Ben Heisler of Fantasy Sports Markets joins for his weekly appearance with Fantasy Football analysis. (1:25:00): How does Sunday's Vikings/Lions matchup affect the outlook of the NFC North?
Danny, Declan and Judd discuss the latest dysfunctional moment for the Minnesota Wild and Patrick Mahomes' injury.
(00:00): Is Sunday's game against the Lions a must-win for the Vikings? (19:00): Did KAT guarantee a playoff berth for the Wolves? (42:00): Is Aaron Rodgers washed? (1:07:00): Eno Sarris on the MLB Playoffs and what the Twins need to do this winter to improve (1:25:00): Ramie gets to relish in the Cardinals losing the NLCS again
Danny is joined by Declan and Judd to breakdown the Wild's slow start to the season. Also, the Wolves play a preseason game tonight!
Derek Wetmore was tasked with watching the first Rocky movie, and he comes in with a hot take!