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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 - May 13, 2024 - NFL Schedule Preview, Leafs Let Go of Keefe & Underwhelming Blue Jays w/Chris Henderson

    The Swing - May 13, 2024 - NFL Schedule Preview, Leafs Let Go of Keefe & Underwhelming Blue Jays w/Chris Henderson
    May 14 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Jacob and Brandon get excited about football season as they talk about some news from the National Football League including the schedule preview and some high-profile extensions. Plus, the guys give their reaction on the Maple Leafs firing Head Coach Sheldon Keefe, and last Friday’s press conference with upper management.

    Next, the guys go through each of the Conference Semis in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and review what they’ve seen so far.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week,” following that we talk Blue Jays baseball with a good friend of the show, and baseball writer, Chris Henderson. Chris gives his analysis of how the top stars are performing including the lack of consistency at the plate.

    Lastly, in Overtime, Jacob and Brandon talk about the NBA Playoffs.
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    53 mins
  • The Swing - May 6, 2024 - A Spring Tradition: Another Leafs Early Playoff Exit w/John Viveiros & In-Depth NBA Playoff Talk w/Mike Luciano

    The Swing - May 6, 2024 - A Spring Tradition: Another Leafs Early Playoff Exit w/John Viveiros & In-Depth NBA Playoff Talk w/Mike Luciano
    May 9 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Jacob and Brandon go over another heartbreaking Game 7 loss and early playoff exit for our Maple Leafs. They pick apart what’s wrong with the team, and where they go from here.

    Next, the guys flip over to the hardwood and chat with a friend of the show, and Associate Editor at Raptors Rapture, Mike Luciano. Mike recaps what went down in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, and tees up some super exciting matchups in Round 2.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week,” after that, we go further into the problems in Leaf land with a good friend of the show, and Host of “Hot Take Hockey” on Youtube, John Viveiros. John gets fired up about the lack of consistency of the “Core Four” in the playoffs, and what moves he would make to the roster with MLSE getting a new boss.

    Lastly, in Overtime, Jacob and Brandon talk about a hilarious roast of the GOAT, Tom Brady, a gaol to watch over and over again from Toronto FC’s Federico Bernardeschi, as well the guys discuss a bit about Alek Manoah’s 1st start for the Jays since last season.
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    55 mins
  • The Swing - April 29, 2024 - Playoff Maple Leafs Sinking Again w/John Viveiros & NFL Draft Reaction

    The Swing - April 29, 2024 - Playoff Maple Leafs Sinking Again w/John Viveiros & NFL Draft Reaction
    Apr 30 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Jacob and Brandon rip up the Maple Leafs on their disastrous, and pathetic 1st round series versus Boston. They guys dissect several things missing and going wrong for the Blue and White.

    Next, the guys continue their Leafs therapy session with a good buddy, and Host of “Hot Take Hockey” on YouTube, John Viveiros. John explains the “Core Four” not living up to their price tag, the inability on the power play, and reacting to comments from the team to the media.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week,” and we dive into the NFL Draft. The guys debrief on their respective favourite teams' selections. Also, of course, Jacob and Brandon scratch their heads on the elephant in the room and arguably the most interesting draft pick with the Falcons taking Michael Penix Jr. at Number 8 with Kirk Cousins fresh off a big deal.


    Lastly, in Overtime, Jacob and Brandon talk about the coolest name in the draft to be selected and their favourite Kool-aid flavour.
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    53 mins
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