Here’s what went down Wednesday on G&A…

The band was back together as Ash returned from vacation.

Hamstrung…The Cards are on high alert after Anquan Boldin sat out Wednesday’s practice after tweaking his hamstring on Tuesday.  Coach Ken Whisenhunt didn’t seem too concerned, saying “Q” could still play Friday night against the Packers, but would take a wait-and-see approach as the next couple days play out.  G&A understand hamstring issues can make any coach squirm, especially when dealing with a Pro-Bowler like Boldin.

Future in Flux…The Coyotes still don’t have a definite answer to their future, but they know it won’t involve power owner Jerry Reinsdorf, who is no longer a candidate to buy the team.  The NHL and the Ice Edge group are looking to purchase the team and keep them in Glendale for not just this season, but several thereafter.  The guys know this is good news to an otherwise ugly off-season for the Desert Dogs.  G&A feel, regardless of how this saga ends, Wayne Gretzky has done little both on the ice and off, to elevate this team and the sport of hockey in the Valley.

Amare’s Legacy…Amare Stoudemire spoke Tuesday discussing a myriad of topics including his NBA legacy, winning an NBA title, and his cloudy future with the Suns.  Ash knows STAT loves the spotlight and he’s done his best via interviews, appearances and tweets to stay in the headlines.  John understands Amare now realizes he needs to have a monster year to ensure a max-type deal next summer because the Suns never offered him the 3-year extension he had hoped for after this past season.  In short, play well and make bank.  Play poorly and the big dollars won’t be there.

Packers Pro-Bowl cornerback AL HARRIS joined us to preview their upcoming season, former teammate Brett Favre signing with the Vikings, and Friday’s exhibition game against the Cards in Glendale.  The All-Pro has 19 career interceptions and is considered one of the best bump-and-run corners in football.  He knows the Packers will have their hands full with the Cards receivers and says he holds no hard feelings towards Favre.

Cardinals defensive end BRYAN ROBINSON checked in to discuss Saturday’s game against the Chargers where he recorded one of the Red Birds’ five sacks.  He also talked about his role in new defensive coordinator Bill Davis’ defense and looked ahead to Friday’s game against the Packers.  The 13-year veteran credited his wife for prolonging his career by helping him eat healthier.

Getting Defensive…The Cards lost the game Saturday against the Chargers, but Ash knows the first-team defense never looked better, sacking Philip Rivers four times in a seven play span in the first quarter.  He said if the Red Birds can get pressure up the middle this year, it will only help the new-look secondary.

Protecting Your (Fantasy) Investment…Just when you thought you’d seen it all, we now have insurance policies for your fantasy football team this fall.  An online policy can help you protect your “investment” for around $20 if you fear Tom Brady or Adrian Peterson will go down at some point this year.  Mark, an avid fantasy player, says he’s thinking about getting the insurance for Peterson, whom he will draft first overall in one of his drafts next week.  Gambo doesn’t understand why someone would insure a fantasy player when most people insure more high-price items like cars, houses and jewelry.  The guys debated if the creator of fantasy sports insurance just unearthed the “next big thing.”  Look out, post-it note.

Our ESPN baseball insider TIM KURKJIAN discussed the red-hot Colorado Rockies, the impact Billy Wagner will have in Boston, Johan Santana being done for the year with the Mets, and everything else making headlines in baseball.

Thursday we’ll be joined by Hall of Fame quarterback Warren Moon at 3:40

 

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