Postgame Show: Don't Ruin The Thing I Love

The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz dives into the highs and lows of WrestleMania 2026, opening with a bizarre and humorous video of a man using his body to manipulate a tower of receipts with precision—comparing the torque to Dak Prescott’s hip motion. The hosts express deep concern over the direction of WWE under new ownership, particularly after a disappointing Night 1 that felt overly commercialized and poorly booked. However, Night 2, headlined by CM Punk at 47 and a surprise retirement of Brock Lesnar, reignited their love for the sport. The emotional retirement sequence, complete with Lesnar throwing the 'X' signal (indicating real emotion), was hailed as a genuine spectacle that reminded fans why they love wrestling. The show also critiques the forced inclusion of Pat McAfee and Jelly Roll, which drew massive fan backlash and was effectively written out by the end of the night—proof, the hosts argue, that wrestling fans still have power. Despite the mixed experience, the episode ends on a hopeful note: as long as the storytelling remains authentic, the love for the sport can survive even the worst corporate interference.