Hour 3: Rangers Offense Surges & Patrick Dumont Outlines Mavs Future

Shan and RJ40mApril 13, 2026

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The episode opens with a detailed breakdown of the Texas Rangers' recent 5-2 victory over the Dodgers, highlighting their offensive resurgence with five runs per game on the road and standout performances from Brandon Nimmo, who delivered multiple hits and RBIs. Hosts Sean and RJ praise the Rangers' ability to score consistently despite struggles in previous series, noting the stark contrast between their road and home performances. They also analyze the team's underutilization of the challenge system, pointing out the Rangers' negative 7 net overturns compared to more aggressive teams like the Reds. The discussion shifts to the Dallas Mavericks, with Patrick Dumont's rare interview revealing his commitment to keeping the team in Dallas, his plans for a new president of basketball operations, and his measured response to Mark Cuban's public frustrations. Dumont emphasizes accountability and long-term investment, while the hosts express skepticism about the Mavericks' rebuilding timeline. The episode concludes with a deep dive into the upcoming NFL Draft, exploring potential trade scenarios for the Cowboys, including possible moves for players like Riley Moss, Tarion Arnold, Kayvon Thibodeau, and Jordan Brooks. The hosts also discuss the broader NBA season, calling it one of the worst in history due to widespread tanking, injuries, and lack of competitiveness. A viral door-knock video from California is briefly examined as a bizarre real-life event that sparked national attention.

Key Takeaways
1

The Rangers' offense has surged to 5.3 runs per game on the road, making them a legitimate 95-win team.

2

Brandon Nimmo has been the offensive MVP, with multiple multi-hit games and key RBIs.

3

The Rangers are underutilizing their challenge system, losing 7 pitches on ball-strike calls they didn't challenge.

4

Patrick Dumont is committed to keeping the Mavericks in Dallas and plans to hire a new president of basketball operations by mid-May.

5

The 2026 NBA season is being called one of the worst ever due to 8 teams with 55+ losses and widespread player injuries.

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Chapters
0:00
10 min

Rangers Offense Flares Up Against Dodgers

Give me five runs a game. It's a 95-win team with five runs a game. They are five, what? It's like they're 5.2, 5.3 runs per game right now on the road.

Highlight
10:00
10 min

Rangers' Challenge System & Defensive Struggles

The hosts critique the Rangers' poor use of the challenge system, noting they’ve lost 7 pitches on ball-strike calls they didn’t challenge. They compare this to more aggressive teams like the Reds and discuss the strategic nuances of when to challenge.

20:00
10 min

Patrick Dumont on Mavs' Future & Ownership

We are not moving the team to another city. The team is not for sale. We're going to continue to invest in this franchise.

Highlight
30:00
10 min

The Worst NBA Season in History?

It's the first season in NBA history with eight teams that had 55 or more losses. Also the first season in NBA history in which eight teams had a win percentage of 333 or worse.

Highlight
40:00
0 min

Viral Door-Knock Video & NFL Draft Preview

A bizarre viral video of a man named Harry Dresden (a fictional character) breaking into a home is discussed as a real-life incident. The episode ends with a preview of the NFL Draft, focusing on potential trades for the Cowboys.

High-Impact Quotes
We are not moving the team to another city. The team is not for sale. We're going to continue to invest in this franchise.
Patrick Dumont20:19
Viral: 90.0
It's the first season in NBA history with eight teams that had 55 or more losses. Also the first season in NBA history in which eight teams had a win percentage of 333 or worse.
RJ14:25
Viral: 88.0
Give me five runs a game. It's a 95-win team with five runs a game. They are five, what? It's like they're 5.2, 5.3 runs per game right now on the road.
Sean0:44
Viral: 85.0
Speakers

Hosts

SeanRJ

Guest

Patrick Dumont
Topics Discussed
Rangers Offense92%NBA Season Tanking90%Mavericks Rebuilding88%NFL Draft Trade Market85%Baseball Challenge System75%Player Injuries & Roster Depth70%Viral Door-Knock Incident60%Estate Planning55%
People & Brands

Texas Rangers

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25xPositive

Dallas Mavericks

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18xNeutral

Patrick Dumont

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15xPositive

Los Angeles Dodgers

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12xNeutral

2026 NBA Season

other

12xNegative

NFL Draft

other

10xPositive

Brandon Nimmo

person

8xPositive

Mark Cuban

person

7xNeutral

Harry Dresden

person

6xNegative

Kayvon Thibodeau

person

5xNeutral

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