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The Swing

By: NEWSTALK Sauga 960 AM
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  • Tune in every Monday at 7 to “The Swing” as Brandon Da Ponte and Jacob Goldbach hit the sweet spot between local, national, and global sports.

    They’ll discuss all of the important and relevant topics within the world of professional sport giving you a wide range of insights from acclaimed analysts across the industry. You’ll get your weekly dose of your favourite teams as they dive into the latest local sports talk when it comes to the teams broadcasted right here on Sauga 960. Plus, the boys will also help you out with your bets in Bets of the Week.

    It’s fast-paced, informative, entertaining, and you won’t want to miss it. So, let’s get into the swing of things.
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Episodes
  • The Swing - July 22, 2024 - The Open Champ. Recap w/Adam Silverstein & Jays/MLB Trade Deadline Chat w/Tom Ruminski

    The Swing - July 22, 2024 - The Open Champ. Recap w/Adam Silverstein & Jays/MLB Trade Deadline Chat w/Tom Ruminski
    Jul 24 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Jacob shares his thoughts on what he watched from The Open championship with Xander Schauffele scoring an incredible final round en route to another major victory.

    Then with MLB Trade Deadline Day fast approaching, the guys are in complete agreement when it comes to the ultimately disappointing state of the Blue Jays.

    Next, we get more insight on the Open Championship from this past weekend from CBS Sports Director of Editorial for college sports and golf, Adam Silverstein. Adam talks about Xander solidifying himself as one of the best on the tour, and following another disappointing major performance, he explains what’s going on with Rory.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week.” Then we welcome in for the first time, Baseball News Editor at theScore, Tom Ruminski. Tom explains what realistically is in the cards for the Blue Jays before Trade Deadline Day, and he tells why the Jays competitive window isn’t over.

    Lastly, in Overtime, the guys share in how impressed they are by South Sudan pushing USA to the brink in Men’s basketball in preparation for the Olympics.
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    52 mins
  • The Swing - July 15, 2024 - Alcaraz Does It Again, Jays Mid Season Eval w/Brendan Lang & Copa America/EURO’s End w/Thomas Hewitt

    The Swing - July 15, 2024 - Alcaraz Does It Again, Jays Mid Season Eval w/Brendan Lang & Copa America/EURO’s End w/Thomas Hewitt
    Jul 18 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” The guys rundown the crazy last little bit of sports with Spain and Argentina lifting the EURO and Copa America respectively. Plus, they get into another massive grand slam win for Carlos Alcaraz and what his future has in store.

    Next, we bring in a good friend of the show, and Host of “Trout Talk” as well as a member of your Steelheads broadcast crew, Brendan Lang. Brendan provides all the info on the upcoming 9th Annual Steelheads Golf Classic, and he stays to provide his opinion on the Jays halfway through the season.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week.” Following that we welcome back Author/Writer at Canadian Soccer Daily, Thomas Hewitt. Thomas talks about the impact Jesse Marsch has had on the CMNT, Canada’s final 2 games at the Copa, overall takeaways, plus more on a summer to remember for both Spain and Argentina.

    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon gives some shoutouts to the Spain Euro Championship winning squad.
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    53 mins
  • The Swing - July 8, 2024 - Maple Leafs Off-Season w/John Viveiros & Canada’s Historic Debut Copa America Run w/Tom Nightingale

    The Swing - July 8, 2024 - Maple Leafs Off-Season w/John Viveiros & Canada’s Historic Debut Copa America Run w/Tom Nightingale
    Jul 9 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” The guys begin the show sharing their thoughts on Canada making the semi-finals of Copa America. They also explain what it means for the men’s program and soccer in Canada. They then answer who the most interesting signing was during Day 1 of NHL Free Agent Frenzy.

    Next, we bring in a good buddy of the show, and Host of Hot Take Hockey on Youtube, John Viveiros. John gives his take on the moves the Leafs and Brad Treliving have made so far. He’ll also provide the best names left on the market and where they’d be a good fit.


    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week.” Then we get right back into the Canadian Men’s National Soccer Team ahead of their upcoming Copa America Semi-Final matchup versus Argentina. We are joined by the Managing Editor of Canadian Soccer Daily, Tom Nightingale.


    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon and Jacob give their thoughts/predictions on the EURO 2024 semis.
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    52 mins
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