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Hot Takes with Goodman and Haertl

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Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl cover everything sports in the Mile High City every weekday morning at 9am on Mile High Sports.
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Thu. July 3: Could the Nuggets add Damian Lillard? | Avs sign Brent Burns to a 1-year deal | Avs reportedly in the mix for Nikolaj Ehlers

Is there a scenario out there where Damian Lillard joins the Nuggets? How would Lillard fit into the Nuggets lineup rotation and if Dame Time comes to Denver, would the Nuggets be the overwhelming title favorites? The Avs signed defenseman Brent Burns to a 1-year contract. Burns won the Norris Trophy in 2016 and doesn't seem to be slowing down as he has played in 925 straight games. Also, the Avs are reportedly in the mix for Nikolaj Ehlers, who scored 63 points for the Winnipeg Jets last season...

Jul 03, 202543 min

Wed. July 2: Nuggets make MORE moves and improve the bench | Are the Nuggets now instant title contenders? | Projecting the 2025-26 lineup

After an incredible first day of NBA free agency for the Nuggets, it got even better on Day 2, as Dario Saric was traded to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for Jonas Valančiūnas. And then later in the day, Tim Hardaway Jr. signed a 1-year deal with Denver. How much better are the Nuggets after these moves? And can these moves get them another title this season? Plus, how is Michael Malone feeling after seeing the front office be this active? Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl discuss the Nuggets whe...

Jul 02, 202543 min

Tue. July 1: Nuggets trade Michael Porter Jr. to the Nets for Cam Johnson | Bruce Brown signs one-year deal with Denver | What moves are still to come?

Nuggets started NBA Free Agency with a bang by dealing Michael Porter Jr. to Brooklyn for Cam Johnson. Denver also gave up a 2032 1st rounder in the deal. How was the front office able to pull this off and what kind of impact will Johnson make playing with Jokic? Plus, fan favorite and 6th man Bruce Brown is back in Denver after signing a one-year contract. How much more activity will we see from the Nuggets in free agency? Could Al Horford sign as well? Eric and Bruce break down the moves!...

Jul 01, 202545 min

Mon. June 30: Nuggets free agent targets | Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace cohesiveness | Could Bo Nix challenge for NFL MVP?

NBA Free Agency begins today, so what will the Nuggets do? Denver could target some players with their mid-level exception - what type of player are they looking for? Eric and Bruce discuss. Plus, why doesn't Michael Malone have a job yet and will he get a head coaching job in the NBA this season? A look at some longshots for NFL Awards. Could Bo Nix make a run at NFL MVP? And could Pat Surtain and Nik Bonitto challenge for defensive player of the year? Tune in to a Monday edition of Hot Takes!...

Jun 30, 202541 min

Fri. June 27: Rockies promote Walker Monfort to executive VP | Team President Greg Feasel to step down at end of season | Most untradeable stars nationally and locally

The Rockies announced that Walker Monfort, the oldest son of Dick Monfort, has been promoted to executive VP, while team President Greg Feasel will step down at the end of the season. Will Walker bring fresh ideas and a new perspective into the front office? And could Bill Schmidt be fired during or after the season? Plus, who are the most untradeable sports stars nationally and locally? Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl tackle it on a Friday edition of Hot Takes!

Jun 27, 202543 min

Thu. June 26: Quick thoughts on the NBA Draft | Does the AFC West have the best QB quartet of any NFL division? | Mike Shanahan vs. Mike Holmgren debate

Overall thoughts on last night's NBA Draft. Should Denver have tried to trade into the draft? Ranking each NFL division by quarterback. Does the AFC West have the top quarterback quartet of any division in the NFL? Are the quarterbacks in the AFC West more impressive or the head coaches? Broncos secondary - will Jahdae Barron be a better player than Bradley Roby was? Mike Shanahan vs. Mike Holmgren debate. Tune in to a Thursday edition of Hot Takes!

Jun 26, 202551 min

Wed. June 25: Overall thoughts from yesterday's Nuggets media availability | Way too early predictions for the 2025 NFL season

The Nuggets had a media availability yesterday, where Josh Kroenke, Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace all spoke. Kroenke discussed a potential contract extension for Jokić this summer and also brought up the possibility of trading their superstar without being asked about it. Did Tenzer and Wallace give a strong first impression or were they underwhelming? Plus, a brief NBA Draft overview and way too early NFL predictions for the 2025 season.

Jun 25, 202548 min

Tue. June 24: Nuggets name Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace executive VPs | How will the revamp of the front office work? | Nuggets offseason buzz

The Nuggets have named Ben Tenzer as Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations and Jon Wallace as Executive Vice President of Player Personnel. Eric and Troy react to the news. How much will Josh Kroenke be involved in the decisions and how confident should Nuggets Nation be in the trio of Tenzer, Wallace and Kroenke? What is the offseason for Denver shaping up to look like - should we expect any sizeable trades? Eric Goodman and Troy Renck deliver the latest buzz with the Nuggets on Hot...

Jun 24, 202547 min

Mon. June 23: OKC Thunder win NBA title | Dario Saric picks up his player option | Interview with Dick and Charlie Monfort

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 to win their first-ever NBA Championship. Tyrese Haliburton suffers an Achilles injury in the first half. Also, Dario Saric picked up his $5.4M player option for next season. Will the Nuggets keep Saric, trade him or buy him out? Denver Post did an interview with Rockies owners Dick and Charlie Monfort, where Charlie said "I think we need a new set of eyeballs." Will anything change with the Rockies organization, or is this just lip...

Jun 23, 202546 min

Fri. June 20: Jahdae Barron and Jeremy Crawshaw set to make big impacts as rookies | Sean's column on the Rockies and potential trades | Shedeur Sanders' speeding violations

After Eric and Sean discussed R.J. Harvey's potential impact as a rookie yesterday, the guys get to Jahdae Barron and Jeremy Crawshaw today. Is Barron a can't-miss prospect? How big of a weapon could Crawshaw be for the Broncos? Also, a look at Sean's column on the Rockies and Dick Monfort. Shedeur Sanders has racked up two speeding violations lately - how big of a deal is this? The guys break it all down on a Friday edition of Hot Takes!

Jun 20, 202548 min

Thu. June 19: Predicting NFL's All-Rookie team | Sean's column on the Nuggets GM situation

A writer from NFL.com predicted NFL's All-Rookie team and three Broncos landed on the list: Jahdae Barron, RJ Harvey and Jeremy Crawshaw. What does it say about the Broncos if all three guys make the All-Rookie team? Also, a deep dive into Sean Keeler's column regarding the Denver Nuggets GM situation and why the organization hasn't named an official General Manager. Check out Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Sean Keeler!

Jun 19, 202550 min

Tue. June 17: How concerning is it that the Nuggets are still without a GM? | Re-drafting the 2024 NFL Draft | Thunder take a 3-2 series lead over the Pacers

The Oklahoma City Thunder took a 3-2 series lead in the NBA Finals over the Indiana Pacers. Jalen Williams went for 40 points in Game 5. The NBA Draft is in 9 days and the Nuggets are still without a full-time GM and assistant GM. Ben Tenzer is the interim GM, but will somebody else fill the role full-time soon? A look back at the 2024 NFL Draft and if we were to do a re-draft, where would Bo Nix go? Would the Broncos take any of the other QB's over Nix? Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl discuss!...

Jun 17, 202539 min

Mon. June 16: J.J. Spaun wins 125th U.S. Open | Will the Broncos have a Top-10 offense in the NFL in 2025? | J.K. Dobbins mentoring young RB's

J.J. Spaun won the 125th U.S. Open after sinking a 64-foot putt on the 18th hole to win by two strokes. How impressive was his final round and did the USGA make the course too difficult? Also, will the Broncos have a Top-10 offense in the NFL in 2025? NFL.com's Gennaro Filice ranked the Broncos as the 6th best offense in the entire league. Do Eric and Bruce agree? Tune in to a Monday edition of Hot Takes!

Jun 16, 202543 min

Fri. June 13: Broncos put a bow on mandatory mini-camp | 2025 Draft class looking impressive | What are we going to do until training camp?

The Denver Broncos 3-day mandatory minicamp has wrapped up. Eric and Bruce discuss what gives them confidence heading into training camp next month. Which rookies stood out the most? And is there anything that was not up to par? Full breakdown and observations from minicamp. What are we going to do until training camp opens in late July? The guys get into it on a Friday edition of Hot Takes!

Jun 13, 202545 min

Thu. June 12: First look at JK Dobbins in a Broncos uniform | Camp Notes from Day 2 of Broncos minicamp | US Open and NBA Finals

JK Dobbins was on the field with the Broncos for the first time yesterday. He spoke with the media and had some glowing things to say about the Broncos organization. Bruce and Alex evaluate the Broncos rookie class and are impressed with what they have seen so far. Camp Notes from Day 2 of Broncos mini-camp. The US Open at Oakmont Country Club is underway - are the tough course conditions over the top? Pacers take a 2-1 series lead in the NBA Finals, can they win the series after last night's pe...

Jun 12, 202540 min

Wed. June 11: JK Dobbins is a Denver Bronco | Takeaways from Day 1 of Broncos mini-camp | NBA Finals Game 3

The Broncos start mandatory mini-camp today, as this 3-day period will be the last time the team is together until the start of training camp. The defense has playmakers all over the place, so how strong can the defense be in 2025? EuroCup Champions Hapoel Tel Aviv are expected to make Russell Westbrook an offer "never before seen in European basketball." Would it be better if Westbrook left so the young players have a better chance to develop? Eric and Bruce get into it all!

Jun 11, 202541 min

Tue. June 10: What to keep an eye on at Broncos mandatory mini-camp | Russell Westbook's offer from Hapoel Tel Aviv

The Broncos start mandatory mini-camp today, as this 3-day period will be the last time the team is together until the start of training camp. The defense has playmakers all over the place, so how strong can the defense be in 2025? EuroCup Champions Hapoel Tel Aviv are expected to make Russell Westbrook an offer "never before seen in European basketball." Would it be better if Westbrook left so the young players have a better chance to develop? Eric and Bruce get into it all!

Jun 10, 202548 min

Thu. June 5: Will JK Dobbins sign a contract with the Broncos today? | Thoughts on the Avs re-signing Brock Nelson to a 3-year extension at $7.5M AAV

JK Dobbins was at the Broncos facility last night to have dinner with coaches and visit the facility. Will Dobbins sign with Denver? If he signs, how much would he improve the run game? A look at the Broncos injury history the last couple seasons and how they have been able to limit the injuries. Also, the Avs re-signed center Brock Nelson to a 3-year extension. What did bringing Nelson back do to the Avs Stanley Cup chances next season? Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl break it down.

Jun 05, 202533 min

Wed. June 4: Are the Chiefs still the dominant team in the AFC West? | Are the Broncos or Chargers closer to the Chiefs? | QB's and Coaches in the AFC West

The Chiefs pulled many wins out of their hat during the regular season last year and despite making another trip to the Super Bowl, Kansas City was routed by Philadelphia. So are the Chiefs still Kings of the AFC West in 2025? Are the Broncos or Chargers closer to catching the Chiefs? A look at the best quarterbacks and best coaches in the division. Catch a Wednesday edition of Hot Takes with Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl!

Jun 04, 202541 min

Thu. May 29: David Adelman introduced as Nuggets new head coach | Today is the final day of Broncos OTAs | OKC Thunder eliminate Timberwolves in 5 games

David Adelman was introduced as the Nuggets new head coach at yesterday's press conference. How different is Adelman from Malone and how will it be a positive moving forward? Today is the final day of Broncos OTAs and the media will be able to watch. Which rookies are we most curious to see? And will Courtland Sutton address a possible 'contract holdout situation?' Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl break it down!

May 29, 202540 min

Wed. May 28: Russell Westbrook was playing with a broken hand | Nuggets offseason plans | Demaryius Thomas selected to the Broncos Ring of Fame

Russell Westbrook announced he had two fractures in his hand he was playing with and will undergo surgery to repair multiple ligament tears. What will the offseason look like for the Nuggets? Will Michael Porter Jr. and/or Jamal Murray be on the roster next season? Also, Demaryius Thomas was selected to the Broncos Ring of Fame and will be inducted as part of the 10-year anniversary for the Super Bowl 50 team in Week 7 vs. the Giants. Was he the best wide receiver in Broncos history? Eric Goodma...

May 28, 202542 min

Tue. May 27: Broncos start OTAs TODAY | Eyes on Jahdae Barron & RJ Harvey | Will there be a sophomore slump with Nix? | 2025 defense vs. 2015 Super Bowl 50 defense

The Broncos are back with OTAs beginning today. Eyes will be on the rookies, including Jahdae Barron and RJ Harvey. Will there be a sophomore slump with Bo Nix this year? Plus, a look at the impact Barron will have this season in his rookie year. How will this year's 2025 defense compare to the No Fly Zone defense in 2015? Eric and Bruce get into it on a Tuesday after the holiday weekend!

May 27, 202541 min

Fri. May 23: Nuggets go all in on David Adelman | Takeaways from Josh Kroenke's press conference | Will Nuggets keep their starting core together for next season?

The Nuggets and interim coach David Adelman agreed on a deal to make Adelman the full-time head coach. Adelman went 3-0 in the regular season after taking over for Michael Malone and won a playoff series, leading Denver to one win from the West finals. Was Adelman the obvious choice? Should the Nuggets have hired the GM first? And will the Nuggets keep their starting core together for next season? Eric and Bruce break it all down.

May 23, 202545 min

Thu. May 22: Rockies GM Bill Schmidt serves up some more BS | SGA wins NBA MVP | Nikola Jokić compared to other all-time greats

Mike Klis of 9News released an article this morning on Rockies General Manager Bill Schmidt. Schmidt addressed the team's historically poor performance, but per usual, it was full of ridiculous excuses. Eric Goodman and Bruce Haertl break down the delusion that Schmidt and Dick Monfort live under. SGA wins NBA MVP with 71 of the first-place votes. Nikola Jokic earned the other 29 first-place votes. Quick reaction to the MVP results and a look at Jokic's greatness compared to some other all-time ...

May 22, 202546 min
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