Category: Podcasts

by Justin Patrick and Sean Hughes–

April is here, and the MLB season is officially in full swing as teams look to define their destiny in the early months of 2026. The Los Angeles Dodgers enter the year with massive expectations, aiming for a historic “three-peat” after securing the last two World Series titles. With a roster led by global icon Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers remain the team to beat, while the New York Yankees are fighting for a bounce-back year. After a disappointing previous season, the Bronx Bombers are banking on a healthy Aaron Judge to lead them back to postseason relevance.

Beyond the star power, the most significant shift this season is the implementation of the ABS (Automated Ball-Strike) challenge system. This “robot umpire” technology allows players to challenge a call by simply tapping their helmets, triggering a near-instant digital review of the pitch’s trajectory. While proponents argue that the system eliminates human error and ensures fairness, others worry that it strips the game of its traditional grit and the “thrill” of arguing with the home-plate umpire. As the season progresses, the tension between high-tech accuracy and baseball’s long-standing human elements will be a central narrative for fans and players alike.

by Kyle Rupe and Kylie Cooper–

March is here, and the NCAA Tournament picture is starting to take shape. With Selection Sunday approaching, several teams have positioned themselves as clear tournament locks after building strong résumés throughout the season. Consistency, quality wins, and conference performance are separating the top contenders from the rest of the field.

At the same time, a number of teams remain on the outside looking in. For those programs, the final stretch of regular-season games and upcoming conference tournaments will determine whether their seasons continue or come to an end. Every result now carries added weight as teams try to strengthen their standing before the bracket is finalized.

Beyond the projected top seeds, other programs are gaining momentum and climbing in the latest bracket projections. According to CBS Sports Bracketology, several bubble teams are still battling for position as conference tournaments approach. With limited spots available and little room for error, the final weeks of the season will ultimately determine how the tournament field takes shape.

Photo credit: Dave Knachel

by James Duncan and Sophia Tarabola–

Virginia Tech basketball has delivered high-stakes ACC action over the past 10 days. The Virginia Tech women’s team notched a big road win, defeating Stanford 79-67. A key Quad 1 victory powered by a dominant third quarter and strong scoring from Carys Baker.

Not stopping there, the Hokies followed that up with another West Coast victory, topping California 68-58 in Berkeley to complete the trip sweep and strengthen their NCAA Tournament resume. The back-to-back road wins showcased Tech’s defensive intensity and balanced offensive attack at a crucial point in conference play.

On the men’s side, the Hokies earned a statement road win by beating No. 20 Clemson 76-66, snapping the Tigers’ momentum and boosting Tech’s postseason hopes. However, that energy stalled in a 67-66 loss at Miami, where Tre Donaldson scored the Hurricanes’ final 15 points and Virginia Tech’s last-second attempt fell short.

From statement wins to one-point heartbreak, the Hokies are grinding toward March with urgency, and every possession matters.