Fri. Apr. 10: Avalanche clinch Presidents’ Trophy | Wedgewood vs. Blackwood | Travis Hunter to be a full-time CB in 2026
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The episode opens with a celebration of the Denver Pioneers' dramatic NCAA hockey tournament run, culminating in a double-overtime victory over Michigan and a spot in the Frozen Four against Wisconsin. Hosts Goodman and Haertl praise the team's resilience, young roster, and goaltender Johnny Hicks, who has been undefeated since taking over. They highlight the team's underdog status and emotional depth, comparing their journey to a tradition. The discussion then shifts to the Rockies' hard-fought extra-innings loss to the Padres, where the hosts argue the final score doesn't reflect the game's competitiveness—emphasizing the team's improved pitching and cleaner baseball. The Nuggets' playoff positioning is analyzed, with concern over their inconsistent defense and the possibility of resting starters against OKC. The hosts debate whether the Thunder might be intentionally letting up, but ultimately conclude the Nuggets must be disciplined. A major focus is on the Avalanche's goaltending controversy: Troy Goodman argues coach Jared Bednar should name Scott Wedgwood the starter, citing his superior stats and performance, while Haertl counters that Bednar's indecision may be strategic. They draw parallels to the Broncos' Manning-Osweiler situation, stressing the importance of decisiveness and locker room trust. The episode closes with a discussion of Jacksonville's decision to make Travis Hunter a full-time cornerback, acknowledging the NFL's demands for specialization and the trade's high cost, while expressing hope for his success. Throughout, the hosts emphasize action over speculation, with a strong focus on Denver's sports culture and the stakes of the upcoming playoffs.
Scott Wedgwood has been the superior goalie statistically since January 1st and should be named the Avalanche's starter.
The Denver Pioneers' NCAA run is a testament to resilience, youth, and clutch performance, despite low preseason expectations.
The Rockies' loss to the Padres was more impressive than the score suggests—evidence of significant progress in pitching and execution.
The Nuggets must maintain defensive discipline to avoid embarrassment in the playoffs, especially against rested opponents.
Coaches must be decisive in leadership roles—ambiguity undermines confidence and can cost playoff momentum.
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DU's Frozen Four Run & Pioneers' Legacy
“It's like you talk about the Masters being an annual tradition this time of year. It's DU hockey in the frozen four. It's just like become a birthright. It's unbelievable.”
Rockies' Resilient Loss & Progress
The hosts defend the Rockies' loss to the Padres, arguing it was one of their most impressive games of the season despite the final score. They emphasize improved pitching, cleaner baseball, and the team's ability to stay competitive in extra innings.
Nuggets' Playoff Positioning & Defense
The discussion centers on the Nuggets' pursuit of the #3 seed and their inconsistent defense. The hosts debate whether OKC is intentionally resting players and stress the importance of defensive discipline to avoid embarrassment in the playoffs.
Avalanche Goaltending Controversy: Wedgwood vs. Blackwood
“If Bednar wants to hold on to the central casting narrative that you are throwing out there, he is wrong. And if he loses that locker room, at least early on and they get bounced in the playoffs, he should be gone.”
Travis Hunter's Transition to Full-Time Cornerback
“If Travis Hunter becomes a better than average cornerback, not great, not Champ Bailey, not Deion Sanders, better than average, would this have been a worse trade? And I say that we know what happened with Trubisky, but they made that trade for a quarterback, not a cornerback.”
“If Bednar wants to hold on to the central casting narrative that you are throwing out there, he is wrong. And if he loses that locker room, at least early on and they get bounced in the playoffs, he should be gone.”
“It's like you talk about the Masters being an annual tradition this time of year. It's DU hockey in the frozen four. It's just like become a birthright. It's unbelievable.”
“If Travis Hunter becomes a better than average cornerback, not great, not Champ Bailey, not Deion Sanders, better than average, would this have been a worse trade? And I say that we know what happened with Trubisky, but they made that trade for a quarterback, not a cornerback.”
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Jared Bednar
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Scott Wedgwood
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Louis Blackwood
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Colorado Rockies
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Denver Pioneers
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Denver Nuggets
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Travis Hunter
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Jacksonville Jaguars
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Johnny Hicks
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San Diego Padres
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