Archive for October, 2009

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Here’s what happened Friday on Doug and Wolf:

LIVE from The Vine in Tempe

* With another slew of bad calls from the umpires in Game 2 of the World Series, is it time for instant replay?

* As Favre returns to Lambeau Field to face his old team, will there be more cheers or jeers for the former face of the franchise?

* Will the Suns start the season off 2-0 in their home opener tonight against the Warriors at the Purple Palace?

Grid Iron Griddle:

In the most anticipated college football game of the weekend, Texas is at Oklahoma State on Saturday. Will this potentially be the last loss of the season for Texas?

Guests:

Kevin Spencer, Cardinals Special Teams Coach: Kevin previewed the Panthers game this weekend and said that he could care less about Chris Collinsworth’s babble.

John Clayton, ESPN NFL Insider: John gave credit to the Cardinals and shared his thoughts on John Fox in the hot seat and a shaky Delhomme.

Dan Majerle, Suns Assistant Coach: Dan talked about the home opener tonight, Amare’s goal of getting back into top shape, and the young prospects the team has acquired.

Buck Showalter, ESPN MLB Analyst: Buck discussed the Game 2 of the World Series and decided it’s definitely time for instant replay.

Monday’s Show

BIG RED MONDAY!

Ken Whisenhunt, Cardinals Head Coach at 7:40am

Game ones in the books

Here’s what happened Friday on Doug and Wolf:

*The Phillies won game 1 of the World Series behind the brilliance of Cliff Lee.

*Suns win a nail biter in their season opener against the LA Clippers. We know it’s game one, but when you only beat the Clippers by two, are you worried about the ’09-’10 season?

* Favre returns to Lambeau. Should Packers’ fans boo or cheer for number 4?

Grid Iron Griddle:

Cardinals wide receiver Anquan Boldin has been fighting injury this season. Yoda is convinced that a healthy Jeremy Urban is a better option than a banged up Anquan Boldin. Would you rather have Jeremy Urban at 100% or an Anquan Boldin banged up?

Guests:

JON BARRY, ESPN NBA Analyst: Jon gave his insight on the Suns and the rest of West. He also discussed the Cavaliers with the addition of Shaq.

LARRY BOWA, Dodgers 3rd Base Coach: Coach talked about Cliff Lee’s performance in game one of the World Series. He said the Yankees are in serious  trouble if they don’t get a win tonight.

Al McCOY, Voice of the Phoenix Suns: Al gave a recap of the Suns’ season opener against the Los Angeles Clippers.

DOUG DAVIS, Diamondbacks pitcher: Doug discussed his charitable golf tournament for the Miracle League of Arizona. He also said he doesn’t know where he’s pitching next season, but would love to stay a Diamondback.

PAUL’S CALL: Paul Calvisi takes his sports seriously, without taking himself too seriously. Your daily dose of irreverence, angst, and stupification.

Friday’s Show:

FOOTBALL FRIDAY!

Kevin Spencer, Cardinals Special Teams Coach at 5:40 AM.

John Clayton, ESPN NFL Insider at 7:24 AM.

 
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Suns tip off the season

Here’s what happened Wednesday on Doug and Wolf:

* The Suns open the season tonight against the Clippers. They will try to make it back to the playoffs after falling short last season. Are the Suns headed in the right direction?

* Doug and Wolf talk about Yankees and Phillies World Series weather conditions. Will rain cause delays? Where is Bud Selig to address the weather issues?

* Are the Steelers a top 5 NFL team? Wolf has them five in his power poll and Doug thinks he’s crazy.

Grid Iron Griddle:

The Cardinals proved themselves after their big win against the Giants. Which Cardinals team will show up for Sunday’s game?

Guests:

Bob Davie, ESPN College Football Analyst: Davie talked about how good Iowa is even though there is nothing “sexy” about them. He also discussed the Big 10 and how it is not respected. Davie said that LSU is the sleeper team to watch.

Al McCoy, Suns Hall of Fame Broadcaster: McCoy previewed tonight’s Suns opener against the Clippers.

Steve Kerr, Suns General Manager: Kerr says that the team doesn’t feel as ready as they should. He also said that this season will be a great one for the fans to watch players grow and develop.

Thursday’s Show

Jon Barry, ESPN NBA Analyst at 7:24

Larry Bowa, LA Dodgers Third Base Coach at 7:40

Doug Davis, Arizona Diamondbacks Pitcher at 8:24

Protecting Warner

Here’s what happened Tuesday on Doug and Wolf:

Bill Lewis is in for Wolf

* Texas Tech Head Football Coach Mike Leach made controversial comments about his players “fat little girlfriends.”

* Not only did the Cards capture the win Sunday, but the offensive line was able to protect Kurt Warner. Will the protection continue?

* The NBA kicks off tonight and the World Series starts tomorrow. How long before the World Series finishes at Thanksgiving?

Grid Iron Griddle:

Jim Zorn is all but fired in Washington. He has been stripped of play calling duties and last night’s loss to the Eagles didn’t help his fading cause. What would you do if you were Jim Zorn?

Guests:

Dennis Erickson, ASU Head Football Coach: Dennis will discuss the Stanford loss and the game this weekend against Cal.

Kurt Warner, Cardinals Quarterback: Kurt will talk about Sunday’s win against the Giants.

Wednesday’s Show:

D&W NFL Power Poll at 6:24

Bob Davie, ESPN College Football Analyst at 7:24

Steve Kerr, Suns GM at 8:24

Cards go to NY and come away victourious

Here’s what happened Monday on Doug and Wolf:

LIVE from Cardinals Headquarters in Tempe

* Cardinals won 24-17 against the Giants at New York. This was definitely a big win for the team. Will the newly confident Cardinals continue their winning streak?

* Several NFL teams had something to prove this week and most of them delivered. Who made the biggest statement in the NFL this week?

*Yankees clinched the ALCS title last night against the Angels and are set to face the Phillies in the World Series. Can the Yankees make 27 their new lucky number?

Grid Iron Griddle:

Doug and Wolf talked about the BCS standings. Boise State might be left out due to poor ratings. BCS must take highest ranked teams.

Guests:

Ken Whisenhunt, Cardinals Head Coach: Coach did a special interview on the plane with Paul Calvisi and Wolf. He talked about the team’s big win against the Giants and talked about Beanie and Warner. He also talked about the team’s bond and how they have a great deal of trust in one another.

Kevin Spencer, Cardinals Special Teams Coach: Coach talked about the Cardinals win last night against the Giants. He also said the team has gained confidence and expects to continue winning in the future.

Tuesday’s Show

Dennis Erickson, ASU Head Football Coach at 7:20am
Kurt Warner, Cardinals Quarterback at 8:20am

In the Red Zone

In the Red Zone with Coach Ken Whisenhunt on the team plane after their win over the Giants.

Kevin Spencer & John Clayton

Here’s what happened Friday on Doug and Wolf:

* The Cardinals are playing on Sunday Night Football once again, this time in the Big Apple against the 5 and 1 New York Giants. Can they get the win?

* The Phillies await their World Series opponent, but not so fast. The Angels won a dramatic Game 5 to send the series back to the Bronx forcing a Game 6. Will the Yankees lose if the Angels force a Game 7?

* The pitching rotation for the Diamondbacks just got even more complicated. Top pitching prospect Jarrod Parker is going to undergo Tommy John Surgery. Bet on the D-backs bringing back Brandon Webb.

Grid Iron Griddle:

ASU is just arriving into the heart of their Pac 10 schedule. The Pac 10 has proved that it is a worthy BCS conference. This is a Fulcrum weekend for the Pac 10.

Guests:

Kevin Spencer, Cardinals Special Teams Coach: Kevin previewed Sunday Night’s game against the New York Giants.

John Clayton, ESPN NFL Analyst: John went go through the biggest NFL stories surrounding week seven.

Monday’s Show:

Big Red Monday!

Ken Whisenhunt, Cardinals Head Coach

Lights be too bright on Sunday?

Here’s what happened Thursday on Doug and Wolf:

* The guys commented on Steve Largent defending former teammate Jim Zorn.

* Did Jeff Fisher do anything wrong by wearing a Peyton Manning jersey to a charity event and talking about winning?

* Will Anquan’s ankle be an advantage for the Cardinals when it comes to renegotiating Boldin’s contract.

Grid Iron Griddle:

Will the lights be too bright on Sunday night for the Cardinals?

Guests:

Keith Law, ESPN MLB Insider: Keith discussed fixing the umpiring issue before baseball looks to add any more instant replays.

Ed Cunningham, ESPN College Football Analyst: Ed weighed-in on whether Sam Bradford made the right decision in coming back this year.

Dave Tippett, Coyotes Head Coach: Dave talked about the adjustment of coming in at the end of training camp and how the team is dealing with an uncertain future in Phoenix.

Friday’s Show:

FOOTBALL FRIDAY!
Kevin Spencer, Cardinals Special Teams Coach at 5:40 AM.

John Clayton, ESPN NFL Insider at 7:24 AM.

Q will be just fine

Here’s what happened Wednesday on Doug and Wolf:

LIVE from Brakemasters in Chandler

* After the questionable calls made in last night’s Angels vs. Yankees game, should instant replay be implemented in the MLB?

* Doug and Wolf don’t think Cardinal’s Anquan Boldin’s injury will affect his ability to play in Sunday’s game. A minor right ankle injury means nothing for the Q.

* Rolling Stone magazine called Cleveland Browns coach, Eric Mangini, Augustus Gloop, the fictional fat little boy in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. You know you have hit rock bottom when a music magazine is calling you out.

* The Bears have extended quarterback Jay Cutler’s contract by two years, through the 2013 season, with a reported $30 million in new money. Is it too soon to extend Cutler’s contract?

Grid Iron Griddle:

Doug and Wolf reacted to Alan Branch’s interview. They were happy with his defensive effort. They think he is a beast.

Guests:

Alan Branch, Cardinal’s Defensive Tackle: Branch stopped by Brakemasters to talk about his progress as a defensive tackle. He also previewed the upcoming games versus the Giants this Sunday.

Bob Davie, ESPN College Football Analyst: Davie talked about the BCS poll and said that Florida is the still the best team to him. He also talked about Terrelle Pryor not being able to evolve.

Steve Kerr, Suns General Manager: Kerr talked about the win last night and how he thinks the team is progressing for next week’s season opener.

Todd McShay & Dennis Erickson

Here’s what happened Tuesday on Doug and Wolf:

* Is Titans owner dumb enough to fire Head Coach Jeff Fisher?

* If beating the Patriots last week didn’t solidify the Denver Broncos as the real deal. Then Monday Night did. The Broncos beat the division rival Chargers on the road 34-23.

*Yankees Joe Girardi made a questionable pitching change in the 11th inning which led to an Angels walk off win. Did Girardi over manage?

Grid Iron Griddle:

D&W reacted to Todd McShay’s comment on the Florida Gators lacking an identity on offense.

Guests:

Todd McShay, ESPN College Football Analyst: Todd discussed how Sam Bradford’s shoulder injury will affect the NFL Draft.

Dennis Erickson, ASU Head Football Coach: Dennis talked about Saturdays big win against Washington and previewed this weekend’s game at Stanford.
Wednesday’s Show:

Power Poll at 6:20am

Al McCoy, Suns Hall of Fame Broadcaster at 7:10am

Bob Davie, ESPN College Football Analyst at 7:20am

Steve Kerr, Suns General Manager at 8:20am