Episodes

  • The Swing - August 19, 2024 - Will Wagner's Hot Start, Auston Matthews Named Captain w/John Viveiros, & NFL Season Preview w/Mitch Milani

    The Swing - August 19, 2024 - Will Wagner's Hot Start, Auston Matthews Named Captain w/John Viveiros, & NFL Season Preview w/Mitch Milani
    Aug 20 2024
    On today's episode of The Swing, Jacob is joined once again by Brendan Lang. They start the show by recapping a busy week in Toronto sports, discussing Auston Matthews being named the new captain of the Maple Leafs, as well as Will Wagner's debut with the Blue Jays. They are then joined by John Viveiros, host of "Hot Take Hockey" on YouTube, who offers his thoughts on the Leafs giving Matthews the captaincy, as well as some other news around the NHL. Then, Mitch Milani, host of "The Bottom Line View" on YouTube, joins to discussing some major NFL story lines heading into the season. They wrap up the show by detailing a big move made earlier in the day by the Brampton Steelheads.
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    54 mins
  • The Swing - August 12, 2024 - Olympics Over, Canada Men’s B-Ball Miss Podium & Canadian Olympic Swimming Success w/Byron MacDonald

    The Swing - August 12, 2024 - Olympics Over, Canada Men’s B-Ball Miss Podium & Canadian Olympic Swimming Success w/Byron MacDonald
    Aug 15 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” The guys share some highlights and golden stories from a record Summer Olympics for Team Canada. Also, fresh off of Phil Wizard’s Gold medal win in the Olympic debut of breaking, we debate whether dancing is a sport and whether we’d like to see breaking again in the future. The guys talk some Blue Jays with Will Wagner making his MLB debut.

    Next, following a disappointing quarter-final loss to France, the guys dive into Canadian men’s basketball as they answer whether the tournament was a big step forward for the program or a big chance missed.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week.”     Then we welcome in former Olympian, award-winning Broadcaster, and one of the most decorated swimming coaches in the nation, Byron MacDonald. Byron shares his experiences at previous Olympic games, weighs in on “The Summer of Summer”, and the next big thing in swimming, Summer McIntosh. He also discusses Kylie Masse winning yet another medal, his personal connection to Masse, what makes a swimmer elite? and so much more.

    Lastly, in Overtime, the guys give out some more shoutouts to the Canadians getting gold at the Paris Olympics.
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    54 mins
  • The Swing - July 29, 2024 - Blue Jays & MLB Trade Deadline Chat w/Chris Henderson & Canada Soccer Drone Spying Scandal w/Felipe Vallejo

    The Swing - July 29, 2024 - Blue Jays & MLB Trade Deadline Chat w/Chris Henderson & Canada Soccer Drone Spying Scandal w/Felipe Vallejo
    Jul 30 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” The guys give their reactions to what transactions the Blue Jays have made in the last few days ahead of Trade Deadline Day. They also give their opinions on the Canada Soccer drone spying scandal and why one sanction is too harsh.

    Next, we get another opinion on the Blue Jays and the moves they’ve made so far from Baseball Writer, Chris Henderson. Chris lets you know what he thinks when it comes to Vlad and Bo still being here next season, and also whether he sees the Jays as competitive in 2025.

    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week.” Then we welcome in for the first time, Soccer Writer and Contributor at Away From The Numbers, northerntribune.ca & Co-Host of “Coast To Coast FC,” Felipe Vallejo. Felipe shares his view on the drone spying scandal, and if the Canadian media is being too cruel against the Canadian Women’s National Soccer Team.

    Lastly, in Overtime, the guys break some Blue Jays news, and then Brandon gives some shoutouts to the Canadian medalists so far at the Paris Olympics.
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    53 mins
  • 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
  • Jun 25 - Stanley Cup Game 7 Reaction POD

    Jun 25 - Stanley Cup Game 7 Reaction POD
    Jun 26 2024
    In a special edition of "The Swing" Jacob and Brandon react to last night's all-important Game 7 Stanley Cup Final between the Panthers and Oilers. The guys point out what propelled the Panthers to lift Lord Stanley and what led to the Oilers coming up just short.
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    15 mins
  • The Swing - June 24, 2024 - Biggest Game In NHL History, Blue Jays Blues & Oilers-Panthers SCF Game 7 Preview w/Micheal Mazzei

    The Swing - June 24, 2024 - Biggest Game In NHL History, Blue Jays Blues & Oilers-Panthers SCF Game 7 Preview w/Micheal Mazzei
    Jun 25 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Of course, Jacob and Brandon break down arguably the biggest game ever in NHL history. The guys set you up for Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals between the Oilers and Panthers. They explain why the series has shifted and their x-factors for Game 7.

    Next, it’s doom and gloom as the boys talk about the season from hell for the Blue Jays. They also discuss how things have gone from bad to worse as one of their top prospects Orelvis Martinez is handed a whopping 80-game suspension.


    Then, it’s time for your “Bets of the Week,” with some special Game 7 bets, and then we get right back into the Stanley Cup Final as we welcome in a good friend of the show, and writer at theleafsnation.com, Michael Mazzei. Michael lets you know when this series has flipped, the goalie matchup throughout the series, what will be the difference in this one, and what he expects.


    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon gives his thoughts on the EURO’s as we approach the Round of 16, and he also shares his optimism for Canada’s chances of getting out of the group at the Copa America.
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    59 mins