Hour 3: Aaron Judge Injury Reaction, Rich’s Top 5, plus Comedian Michael Blaustein In-Studio
The Rich Eisen Show delivers a high-energy, sports-obsessed deep dive into the latest NBA and MLB drama, anchored by a fiery reaction to Aaron Judge’s season-ending rib injury and a celebration of the Knicks’ historic playoff run. Eisen’s top five Los Angeles athletes list sparks debate, featuring a controversial inclusion of Mike Trout (despite playing for the Angels) and a bold, unorthodox pick of Miles Garrett—still unsigned—based purely on his impending arrival in LA. The episode’s standout moment comes with comedian Michael Blaustein, whose deadpan humor and diehard Knicks fandom shine as he recounts watching Game 2 in person, complete with a hilarious tale of throwing Thundersticks at the Spurs and a fantasy tennis match against Carlos Alcaraz. Blaustein’s unapologetic confidence—'I could take the whole damn tour right now'—becomes a viral-worthy mantra, while his love for Jalen Brunson (so deep he’d name his daughter after him) underscores the emotional core of the Knicks’ rise. The episode blends sports analysis, personal storytelling, and comedic absurdity into a uniquely LA-spirited package.
Aaron Judge’s first rib stress fracture, likely dating back to May 3rd, will sideline him for 4-6 weeks, a major blow to the Yankees’ title hopes.
The Knicks’ 15-game winning streak, including sweeps of the Sixers and Cavs, is the most dominant run in NBA history, with a potential sweep of the Spurs in the works.
Comedian Michael Blaustein claims he can beat Carlos Alcaraz in tennis, citing a 'burning tennis desire' and a plan to uncork a 95 mph serve after dinking the ball.
Rich Eisen’s top five LA athletes list includes Mike Trout (Angels), Miles Garrett (pending arrival), Luca, LeBron James, and Shohei Ohtani—making Ohtani the #1 athlete in LA.
Jalen Brunson’s quiet, understated leadership and superstitions (listening to Justin Bieber before games) make him a fan favorite despite lacking MVP buzz.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
Opening & Show Intro
Rich Eisen kicks off the show with a lively intro, promoting the podcast, YouTube, and Disney+ presence. He previews the episode’s guests: comedian Michael Blaustein, and highlights the new SportsCenter digital series with Dan Patrick.
Aaron Judge Injury Reaction
“And all I will say is the following, the pitching better hold up. And they've got the pitching that can do it.”
Quarterback Competition in Minnesota
Eisen contrasts J.J. McCarthy’s candid, isolated locker room vibe with Kyler Murray’s polished, professional response, highlighting the tension between youth and experience in the Vikings’ QB room.
Knicks' Historic Run & Fan Reactions
“If they win three more in a row to sweep the Spurs after sweeping the Sixers, after sweeping the Cavs and sweeping the Sixers, and then going on this run 15 in a row to wrap it like that? And a faux-faux-faux.”
Cowboys’ Playoff Hopes & Rich’s Bias
A Cowboys fan asks if this is the year they make the Super Bowl. Eisen deflects, claiming he’s not a fan, but admits he put them in his top five early power rankings—sparking a playful debate about his true allegiance.
“Shoei Otani is the number one athlete playing in Los Angeles right now. His ERA is .76, and he's now hitting .300. You're welcome.”
“If the Knicks win, why isn't Jalen Brunson the face of the league? No doubt. No doubt. Of that, there's no doubt.”
“Dude, if they win three more in a row to sweep the Spurs after sweeping the Sixers, after sweeping the Cavs and sweeping the Sixers, and then going on this run 15 in a row to wrap it like that? And a faux -faux -faux.”
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