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The Drive with Tim Donnelly

99.9 The Fan | Raleigh, North Carolinadigitalaudio.capitolbroadcasting.com

The Drive with Tim Donnelly airs weekdays 3-6pm on 99.9 The Fan in Raleigh, North Carolina. Clips are published every evening after the show.

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Episodes

Do the Carolina Hurricanes owe it to the current players to make a move?

Tim Donnelly delves into a crucial debate: Does the Carolina Hurricanes front office owe it to the current players and roster to make a move before the NHL trade deadline? Tim examines the delicate balance between loyalty to the existing roster and the imperative to seek improvements through trades. Also, Tim Donnelly asks why not spend big on Pittsburgh Penguins left winger Jake Guentzel if you’re the Carolina Hurricanes.

Mar 07, 202418 min

UNC basketball blows by Notre Dame; Which Carolina Hurricanes are untouchable at trade deadline?

Tim Donnelly says UNC basketball had as good of a senior day as a team could want as the Tar Heels blows out Notre Dame basketball, 84-51, as a big matchup with Duke basketball approach with a chance to win the ACC basketball regular season championship on the line. Tim Donnelly discusses what Carolina Hurricanes players should be considered untouchable at the 2024 NHL Trade deadline.

Mar 06, 202421 min

Carolina Hurricanes must be willing to take a risk at trade deadline

Tim Donnelly says the Carolina Hurricanes must be willing to take a risk at the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline to acquire a player that can help elevate the roster as the Hurricanes look to win their first Stanley Cup since 2006, with that player possibly being Pittsburgh Penguins forward Jake Guentzel.

Mar 06, 202414 min

Carolina Panthers place franchise tag on Brian Burns

Tim Donnelly discuss the latest with the Carolina Panthers placing the franchise tag on Brian Burns, and what impact contract negotiations will have on not just Burns, but others like Derrick Brown, Frankie Luvu, and more.

Mar 06, 202414 min

Carolina Panthers halt contract talks with Brian Burns; Russell Wilson to be released

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Panthers stopping contract talks with Edge/OLB Brian Burns according to Josina Anderson of CBS Sports as NFL Free Agency is set to begin shortly. Plus, live reaction to the breaking news that the Denver Broncos will be releasing QB Russell Wilson at the start of the new league year.

Mar 04, 202416 min

Duke crushes Virginia; UNC basketball tops NC State; Wake Forest loses on the road, again

Duke basketball gets a big win over Virginia basketball despite not being at full strength. Tim Donnelly discusses how UNC basketball can win while not playing their best, as shown in North Carolina basketball coming back in the 2nd half to beat NC State basketball, 79-70. Also, Wake Forest basketball suffers another road loss, this time at Virginia Tech basketball despite leading at hafltime.

Mar 04, 202423 min

Former UNC quarterback Drake Maye speaks to the media at the NFL scouting combine

Tim Donnelly recaps what former North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye had to say when he addressed the media today at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine. Tim delves into Maye’s journey from collegiate standout to NFL prospect, as he shares his expectations for him in this year’s NFL draft. Also, Tim Donnelly discussed former NC State linebacker Payton Wilson's impressive showing at the NFL Scouting Combine.

Mar 01, 202419 min

Triangle Rivalry Week: NC State basketball at No. 9 UNC; No. 10 Duke vs. Virginia preview

Tim Donnelly previews a highly anticipated college basketball matchup between NC State basketball, and No. 9 North Carolina basketball tomorrow in Chapel Hill. Tim breaks down the key storylines, player matchups, and strategic considerations for this pivotal rivalry game. Also, Tim Donnelly previews another college basketball showdown as the No. 10 Duke basketball prepares to take on Virginia at Cameron Indoor tomorrow evening. Tim analyzes the key storylines, player matchups, and strategic cons...

Mar 01, 202418 min

Hurricanes Prevail: Recap of Carolina’s 4-2 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets

Tim Donnelly discussed the Carolina Hurricanes' triumphant 4-2 victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Tim recaps the thrilling action from last night's game, dissecting the key plays and standout performances that propelled the Hurricanes to victory in the final game of their three-game road stretch. Also, Tim previews the Hurricanes matinee matchup against the Winnipeg Jets at PNC Arena tomorrow.

Mar 01, 202420 min

Duke basketball has to manage injuries heading into postseason

Tim Donnelly says Duke basketball is in a tough spot dealing with an injury to Caleb Foster as head coach Jon Scheyer has shortened his rotation for much of the season, but will have to adjust going into the final stretch of the regular season before the ACC Tournament and NCAA Tournament. Also, the NFL combine doesn't carry as much weight now to elevate players, but it can validate them.

Feb 29, 202421 min

UNC System president, board has power over conference realignment; Big Ten & SEC look down on ACC football

Tim Donnelly is joined by WRAL Sports Investigative Reporter Brian Murphy about how the UNC System Board of Governors voted Thursday to give the system president and the board itself the final say over a school's ability to change athletic conferences, including what that would mean for UNC & NC State, as well as the ACC as North Carolina has been rumored for looking to leave the Atlantic Coast Conference. Tim Donnelly says ACC football is being 'little brothered' by SEC football & Big T...

Feb 29, 202419 min

Carolina Hurricanes: potential trade deadline moves

Jamie Hersch of the NHL Network joined Tim Donnelly to discuss the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline, and what potential moves the Carolina Hurricanes can do leading up to the trade deadline, including adding to their forward group. Plus, goalie Spencer Martin will be facing his former team, the Columbus Blue Jackets, for the first time since the Blue Jackets placed him on waivers.

Feb 29, 202420 min

NC State spring football practice; Payton Wilson at NFL Combine; Mel Kiper Mock Draft 2.0

During Hit It & Quit It, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss NC State football beginning spring football practice, former NC State football LB Payton Wilson at the 2024 NFL Combine, the latest mock draft from Mel Kiper and why he has UNC QB Drake Maye as the third QB in the 2024 NFL Draft. Also, why Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis is making winning plays that don't necessarily show up in the stat sheet.

Feb 28, 202426 min

NC State basketball has lacked cohesion, loses to Florida State 90-83; Carolina Hurricanes use simple approach, beat Minnesota Wild, 3-2

Tim Donnelly says NC State basketball and head coach Kevin Keatts have lacked a consistent rotation all season, and the lack of continuity has loomed large, including in their 90-83 loss at Florida State basketball. Tim Donnelly says the Carolina Hurricanes simplified their approach by focusing on getting more shots towards the goal in their 3-2 win over the Minnesota Wild.

Feb 28, 202420 min

Carolina Panthers have to do more than 'fix' Bryce Young

Tim Donnelly says that the Carolina Panthers have more to do than 'fix' QB Bryce Young, as head coach Dave Canales said as the 2024 NFL Combine that the season isn't about 'fixing' Bryce Young, but making sure the offense is build around Bryce Young and for Bryce Young. Also, former NC State QB Russell Wilson spoke out publically about how the Denver Broncos wanted him to waive the injury clause in his contract and threated to bench him if he didn't.

Feb 27, 202418 min

Podium standings for ACC basketball in North Carolina; ACC basketball gets no respect

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox rank the four ACC basketball schools in the State of North Carolina on the Podium with Wake Forest basketball, UNC basketball, NC State basketball, and Duke basketball. Also, the disrespect towards ACC basketball by the likes of Joe Lunardi and others continues to devalue the league, even though the postseason success in the NCAA Tournament continues to be there.

Feb 26, 202421 min

Carolina Hurricanes need to get back to shoot-first mentality; Cam Newton gets in altercation

After back-to-back losses on the weekend, Tim Donnelly says the Carolina Hurricanes need to get back to their shoot-first mentality after back-to-back losses to the Dallas Stars and Buffalo Sabres, and wonders if a the team will make a trade for a forward at the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline. Also, former Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton got into an altercation with several people who approached him at a 7-vs-7 tournament.

Feb 26, 202422 min

UNC Basketball earns big win over UVA basketball; NC State basketball

Tim Donnelly says UNC basketball got a much needed win on the road over UVA basketball, the first win for the Tar Heels over Virginia basketball since 2012, which should be a confidence boost for Hubert Davis & Cormac Ryan after Tony Bennett slowed down RJ Davis, Harrison Ingram, and Armando Bacot. Also, NC State basketball earned a home win over Boston College basketball.

Feb 26, 202422 min
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