H1: EB’s Trip Recap, Sports Page, National Championship

The Sports Junkies kick off their Masters Week episode with Eric Bickle's recap of his trip to Atlanta for a volleyball tournament, highlighting the city's vibrant sports scene, the eerie openness of the Marriott Marquis's high-rise atrium, and his disappointment in not getting to ride a Waymo autonomous car despite their prevalence in downtown Atlanta. The hosts discuss the unique logistics of attending the Masters, including the merch haul strategy of attending the Women's Amateur to access exclusive gear, the challenge of buying clothing without trying it on, and the allure of the course itself. The show then pivots to the Junk Sports Page, where they lament the Washington Capitals' disastrous 8-1 loss to the Rangers, which all but ends their playoff hopes, and the Washington Nationals' sweep by the Dodgers, attributed to a failing bullpen despite strong hitting. The episode concludes with a humorous look at the Junkies' 30th anniversary bracket challenge, where Drab must pay off a bet by kissing Roger's feet after Arizona's loss to Michigan, with the group teasing the upcoming ritual at 9 a.m. The tone remains lighthearted and nostalgic, celebrating the culture of sports fandom and the absurdity of friendly wagers.