The Morning Rush

On Monday's Rush, Tony C recaps the weekend for the Pirates, Orioles, and Nationals, and he says even though they are under .500, there are some things to like about the Bucs and O's.

Tony asks the Question of the Day: Would you rather have your favorite team be consistently good with a chance to win a title every year, or would you rather see them mortgage the future and be terrible for the next 15 seasons for a guaranteed title this year?

With the Derek Chauvin verdict perhaps coming this week, pro sports leagues are bracing themselves for possible protests, riots, and civil unrest.

And Tony looks at William Hill's NFL win totals.

 

On Friday's Rush, Tony C recaps Thursday's playoffs in girls' high school basketball, and looks at the weekend's action. He also gives a shout out to the Pendleton County boys' team, which hasn't lost a game in two seasons.

Joe Shuta has another Rush Friday Feature, as he catches up with runner, Olympian, and marathon record holder Bill Rodgers.

And Major League Baseball once again pays the ultimate respect to Jackie Robinson.

On Thursday's Rush, Tony C breaks down Frankfort's loss at Berkeley Springs on Wednesday night.

Tony also look at Carlos Rodon's near perfect game (he still got the no-hitter) against the Indians.

Tony dives into the story surrounding now former Pine-Richland head football coach Eric Kasperowicz, who was fired -- along with his entire coaching staff (via email, no less) -- for alleged hazing incidents.

And how can the NBA promote the league through its superstars when the superstars don't play?

On Wednesday's Rush, Tony C got his second Covid vaccine shot, and he feels fine .... so far.

Tony talks about the incredibly sloppy but fascinating Pirates-Padres game from Tuesday night.

Tony runs down the playoff pictures in West Virginia girls' and boys' high school basketball.

And Mel Kiper Jr. released Mock Draft 4.0 ... Tony C takes a look at the quarterback-heavy first round, and sees who Mel has the Washington Football Team, Ravens, and Steelers taking in round one.

On Tuesday's Rush, Tony C looks at the movement at the NHL trade deadline, including the big deal between the Capitals and Red Wings: Did Washington give up too much for Mantha?

Tony looks at the career of Julian Edelman, who retired on Monday after 12 seasons in New England. Is he a hall of famer?

Tony also previews the girls' basketball playoffs in West Virginia, which began this week.

And will the Panthers seriously consider drafting a QB after trading for Sam Darnold?

On Friday’s Rush, Tony C recaps a tough opening round for most players at the 85^th edition of The Masters.

Tony also recaps the triumphant return of the Orioles’ Trey Mancini to Camden Yards after recovering from stage 3 colon cancer.

Joe Shuta has another Rush Friday Feature, as he catches up with former Steelers tight end and current scout Mark Bruener as he prepares for the upcoming NFL Draft.

And Tony has a message for all the young athletes out there: Team practice just isn’t enough.

On Thursday's Rush, Tony C gets you ready for the 85th edition of The Masters.

Tony says the Pirates aren't just going to be bad this season, but historically bad.

We hear from Hampshire boys' basketball coach Danny Alkire (0:57:23 mark).

Maryland and Mark Turgeon agree to a contract extension.

And Tony simply doesn't understand some of the decisions that are made when it comes to high school basketball playoffs in West Virginia (1:03:54).

On Wednesday's Rush, since Tony C was off Tuesday, he gives his thoughts on Baylor's dominating win over Gonzaga in the NCAA title game.

Tony thinks Gonzaga needs to play in a better conference in order to be prepared for the NCAA tourney grind.

Tony recaps a good gut-check win by the Nationals, and what a terrible night it was to be a Pittsburgh sports fan.

And WVU head coach Bob Huggins sounds off on the NBA Draft process and NCAA transfer portal.

On Monday's Rush, Tony C looks back at Saturday's Final Four, in particular the great game between UCLA and Gonzaga: Was that the greatest game in college basketball history? And Tony explains why he had to listen to the entire second half and most of overtime in the car.

Tony previews tonight's national title game between Baylor and Gonzaga, and he gives his prediction on who will win.

The Nationals finally get the green light to play, and Tony says don't believe MLB when it tells you why it pulled the all-star game out of Atlanta.

 

On Thursday's Rush, it's Opening Day in Major League Baseball, and Tony has season previews for the Pirates, Orioles, and Nationals.

Tony says it was good to have a student section back -- even though it was a small one -- for Wednesday night's home game.

The Supreme Court hears arguments in NCAA vs. Alston.

And how long will Mark Emmert be in control of the NCAA?