On this episode of The Rap With Maz & Friends, Maz, Clarence, and Brendan take a break from their Coronavirus discussions to update you on the latest in NFL collective bargaining talks. Then, they touch on NFL free agency and who the Lions may target. Maz even throws out a couple Patriots’ players names for the Lions to look at. Find out who and much more on the Rap.
On this episode of The Rap With Maz & Friends, Maz, Clarence, and Brendan go deeper into discussion on the impact of Coronavirus on sports. The virus is now impacting the Masters Championship, meaning lower ticket prices for fans. Clarence is still not too worried about it, though. Then the guys look at the impact the virus is having on events like March Madness, with several conferences altering their attendance policies, and one league went as far as to cancel their entire tournament. Find out more on The Rap!
On This episode of The Rap, Maz, Clarence, and Pete discuss the Corona Virus and its impact on sports and the common person. What will this disease mean for sporting events like March madness, the NBA Finals, XFL games, and even the Olympics. Then the guys look back at a wild week 5 in the XFL, including a kneel down controversy and a new tradition with the DC Defenders fans.
On this Monday edition of The Rap, Maz, Clarence, and Pete Spivak go in depth on the beginning of March Madness. They discuss the Big Ten basketball tournament and look ahead to the “Big Dance”. Who are their dark horses in this year’s tournament? How has Juwan Howard done in his first year at Michigan? Finally, the guys make their picks to win the Big Ten Tournament.
On the first ever Saturday edition of The Rap With Maz & Friends, Maz & Clarence are joined on the phone by Tony Paul of the Detroit News. The guys talk to Tony about sports betting officially coming to Michigan on March 11th. Clarence asks Tony why this is such a big deal and who this is aimed at attracting; the regular gambler or the first timer? Sticking with the gambling theme, Maz asks Tony if he would bet the over on Tigers’ wins this season. Finally, the Tigers’ bats came alive against the Yankees, hitting nine home runs in the game.
On this Friday edition of The Rap With Maz & Friends, Maz and Clarence discuss the declining viewership in the XFL. The guys recap Michigan Basketball’s senior night win over Nebraska, and their NCAA Tournament projections. Then, the Red Wings are historically bad, but the guys look back to when Chris Osgood scored a goal 24 years ago today. They talk to Ozzie about the goal and the current Red Wings’ rebuild.
On this episode of The Rap With Maz & Friends, Maz, Clarence, and Brendan discuss what went down at Madison Square Garden between Spike Lee and Knicks owner James Dolan. Then, they get into the video of Alex Rodriguez comparing the Astros’ scandle to his own suspension and what he learned from it. Finally, Michigan State’s basketball team is getting hot at the right time.
On the episode of The Rap With Maz & Friends, Maz, Clarence, and Brendan are joined on the phone by NBC Sports Boston reporter Phil A. Perry. The guys ask Phil where he believes Tom Brady will land in free agency. Will he stay in New England or move on?Then, are the Patriots and 49ers discussing a trade that would swap Brady and Jimmy Garoppolo? Finally, they talk to Phil about the state of Boston professional sports with the Celtics, Bruins, and Red Sox and compare it to what is going on here in Detroit.
On this edition of The Rap With Maz & Friends, Maz, Clarence, and Terry discuss the NFL combine with Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press. Dave breaks down what he saw at the combine from several prospects that have been tied to the Detroit Lions in recent mock drafts. Then Maz discusses his pet peeve in the NBA. Finally, Terry gives his thoughts on the Central Michigan vs Western Michigan football game being moved to Ford Field in 2020.
On this Friday edition of The Rap With Maz & Friends, Maz, Clarence, and Steven are joined on the phone by ESPN Detroit Lions reporter Michael Rothstein. Michael checks in with the guys from the NFL combine and gives his take on the players he has seen so far. He also lays out some NFL draft scenarios for the Lions. Then Maz has a gripe about the lackluster crowds at Michigan basketball games. All that and more on The Rap!