Full Show- April 22nd 2026

The April 22nd, 2026 episode of Shan and RJ opens with a thrilling baseball call from the Rangers vs. Pirates game, spotlighting Evan Carter’s game-saving catch and Kumar Rocker’s strong start, setting a high-energy tone. Sean Trief and RJ Choppy dive into the Rangers’ early-season performance, emphasizing situational hitting and the psychological edge of the home stadium. The focus then shifts to NFL Draft analysis, with deep dives from Todd Archer, Bobby Belt, and Zach Wolchuk, examining prospects like Jordan Tyson, Sonny Stiles, Caleb Downs, and Arvel Reese. A pivotal conversation with former NFL Network analyst and Raiders GM Mike Mayock underscores the importance of elite difference-makers in the top 10, regardless of position, and the need for teams to have unified development plans for players with unique physical traits. The hosts debate the Cowboys’ potential strategy—whether to trade up for top defensive talent or stay at 12 and select a consensus top player—while also touching on broader trends like the rise of multi-fastball pitchers in MLB and the growing influence of NIL in college football. Satirical segments explore Zach Wolchuk’s burner accounts, airline pricing algorithms using cookies, and the UK’s proposed tobacco ban for those born after 2009, blending humor with sharp policy commentary. The episode closes with a high-stakes hockey betting debate, where Shan passionately defends a $100 bet on the Stars, equating his intuition to life-changing emotional moments. The group debates special teams, physicality, and coaching adjustments, particularly praising Robertson’s play and DeBoer’s in-game strategy, before teasing upcoming shows with hosts like Todd Archer, David Pollock, and Nick Eatman.