In this episode of 3rd String we break down some of the biggest things you need to know about the American League and National League central divisions. What is Byron Buxton's ceiling? Are the Indians a lock over the Twins? Will Jose Quintana dominate the Cardinals?.Will the Cubs regret letting Arrieta go to Philly? Zac, Pete, and Ishan break down all of these questions and more! It's a great episode, and the perfect thing to get you pumped for Opening Day next week! Become a supporter of this p...
Mar 24, 2018•39 min
It's been a crazy NCAA so far. We have First Four teams taking out Final Four favorites, #1 seeds falling to schools whose websites can't handle the traffic, and some traditional blue bloods slowly creeping their way back up to the top. This week the guys have the biggest UVA fan they can find, Josh Goldman, on the show to talk about his experiences in the wake of the historic upset. They also pick out their matchups to watch this weekend, and even debate a little on what the selection committee...
Mar 21, 2018•27 min
In the midst of Madness and travel, Zac and Pete are back with an emergency pod to talk about the crazy week in sports. From the disappointment of the PAC-12 to the Yankees, to the biggest NFL Free Agent moves, it’s an episode filled with hot takes and predictions! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lineup/support
Mar 18, 2018•17 min
In this episode, Zac, Pete, and Ishan break down the results of Selection Sunday and provide initial thoughts on the field of 68 teams that made it to the tournament. Will Kansas be the first 1 seed to fall in the first round? Will Virginia make it through its gauntlet? Will Oklahoma be able to win more than once? We break it all down and more. Follow us on Twitter @3rdStringPod, @ZacCrippen, @Ishan_Nath, and @Pete_Laclede. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lineup/support...
Mar 13, 2018•37 min
In part one of our MLB preview trilogy, we break down the American League and National League East, looking at offseason acquisitions, storylines that will determine the direction of the 2018 season, and over/unders for win totals. We also chat briefly about March Madness (full tournament episode is dropping next week!) and the NFL draft combine. We're also announcing our fantasy baseball league--the first dozen listeners to respond get to play with us this year! Reach out on Twitter @3rdStringP...
Mar 07, 2018•57 min
Zac and Pete provide instant reax to the new details emerging from Yahoo Sports with respect to the NCAA basketball corruption scandal. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lineup/support
Feb 24, 2018•10 min
We're Back! After taking 2 weeks off, Zac was finally able to stop celebrating long enough to sit down with Pete and Ishan to discuss all things basketball. This week, the guys talk about some of the surprises in the NCAA, debate the pending sanctions that could shock the world, and give quick reactions to NBA All-Star Weekend. Finally, the guys talk about what's going on with Team USA after one week of competition in South Korea and whether they are taking the bait on Tim Tebow making it to The...
Feb 23, 2018•51 min
It was the Empire vs. the Rebels. Darth Vader vs. Obi-Wan. Good vs. Evil. And the good guys won, 41-33. In this brief emergency pod, Zac and Pete provide rapid reactions to the the Eagles' riveting victory over the Patriots in the Super Bowl. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lineup/support
Feb 05, 2018•14 min
In this episode, Zac, Pete, and Ishan break down some key matchups in Super Bowl LII, make their score predictions, and then pivot to the basketball world where Trae Young is getting a lot of draft buzz, the Cavs are falling apart, and there's whispers of LeBron going to play for the Lakers. It's a fun conversation and you should let us know what you think! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lineup/support
Feb 01, 2018•48 min
Zac and Pete take ten minutes to quickly break down the Alex Smith trade, which is particularly devastating for Pete. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lineup/support
Feb 01, 2018•9 min
Zac and Pete are at it again! After their bad NFL Wild Card and Divisional picks, the guys bring in an expert this episode, “Saw” LaMonaca, to give his own Super Bowl prediction, as well as break down the gambling scene around it. Saw talks through the line, his favorite prop bets, and even the Music City Miracle. Take the safe bet and listen to this episode to get ready for the Super Bowl! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lineup/support...
Jan 28, 2018•45 min
In this episode of 3rd String, Zac and Pete talk about Alabama’s 451st consecutive championship title, Wild Card Weekend surprises, the crazy Divisional games this past weekend, and the upcoming AFC and NFC championships. Along the way, the guys talk about Nick Saban’s new Corvette, Seth Wickersham’s palace intrigue, and Georgia Tech’s Josh Pastner. Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lineup/...
Jan 15, 2018•51 min
Zac and Pete ring in 2018 by going all in on football. The guys start off with bowl game reactions by talking about surprises and disappointments, before moving on to disagree about draft stocks and what teams should look for going forward. 3rd String also welcomes Jamie Appletoft, an expert on FCS play, to talk about this weekend’s highly anticipated FCS national championship between the NDSU Bison and JMU Dukes. As always, send the guys your questions, comments, and beer recommendations! Becom...
Jan 04, 2018•51 min
‘Twas the day after Christmas and all through the land, not a sports fan was unhappy, except for the 385,000 people in Cleveland. Zac and Pete talk about assembling children’s Christmas presents, the sorry state of NFL replay, the new early signing period for college football, and the always exciting Las Vegas Golden Knights. They also tackle some great (and some hurtful) listener questions. As always, send us questions, comments, and beer recommendations! Follow Zac and Pete on Twitter. Become ...
Dec 26, 2017•47 min
We have Salad Bowls, Hype Train Bowls, Bad Boy Mower Bowls, and everything in between! In this week’s bonus show, Zac and Pete sit down with former Ball State defensive tackle and 2-time bowl game alum Joel Cox to talk everything about bowl game season from prep, to swag to NFL hopefuls in the locker room. Zac quizzes Pete and Joel on absurd college bowl names, and then the guys make some interesting predictions on the CFP that may surprise you. It’s a week full of hot takes and is sure to be a ...
Dec 19, 2017•51 min
It has been one week since the Empire (who some might know as the Yankees) signed Giancarlo to a huge deal, sending shockwaves through baseball. Not to be outdone, the rebels from a moon base in Anaheim signed Ohtani and baseball's best infield. Have they won the offseason? Not to be forgotten in the outer rim, the NBA is heating up with the Return of the Jedi Kawhi Leonard and the brilliance of his coach, Greg "Yoda" Popovich. Can the plucky Spurs challenge for Best in the West? Time will tell....
Dec 18, 2017•52 min
<img alt="nick_foles.jpg" data-image= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/5a31e2b9085229c7f4b66b9f/1513218766829/nick_foles.jpg " data-image-dimensions="2500x1664" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" data-load="false" data-image-id="5a31e2b9085229c7f4b66b9f" data-type="image" src= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/5a31e2b9085229c7f4b66b9f/1513218766829/nick_foles.jpg?format=1000w " /> Zac and Pete talk about the changing NFC la...
Dec 14, 2017•1 hr 9 min
<img alt="saban.jpg" data-image= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/5a2757c0c8302589cf5a48da/1512527815843/saban.jpg " data-image-dimensions="524x500" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" data-load="false" data-image-id="5a2757c0c8302589cf5a48da" data-type="image" src= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/5a2757c0c8302589cf5a48da/1512527815843/saban.jpg?format=1000w " /> Fresh off of Turkey coma recovery week, Zac , Pete , and Ish...
Dec 06, 2017•56 min
<img data-image= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/5a14af8de4966b134235cfe8/1511305102929/ " data-image-dimensions="400x439" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" data-load="false" data-image-id="5a14af8de4966b134235cfe8" data-type="image" src= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/5a14af8de4966b134235cfe8/1511305102929/?format=1000w " /> Pete and Zac dissect the upcoming menu of Turkey Bowl games this weekend, including the Miami-...
Nov 21, 2017•1 hr 3 min
<img alt="irving.jpg" data-image= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/5a089306ec212d113193f4bb/1510511372094/irving.jpg " data-image-dimensions="1296x729" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" data-load="false" data-image-id="5a089306ec212d113193f4bb" data-type="image" src= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/5a089306ec212d113193f4bb/1510511372094/irving.jpg?format=1000w " /> Zac , Pete , and Ishan examine the early returns of the ...
Nov 13, 2017•57 min
<img data-image= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/5a006a7b084665db9f92ca43/1509976749317/ " data-image-dimensions="480x270" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" data-load="false" data-image-id="5a006a7b084665db9f92ca43" data-type="image" src= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/5a006a7b084665db9f92ca43/1509976749317/?format=1000w " /> In episode 5, Pete and Zac break down game 7 of the World Series, talk about George Springer’s...
Nov 06, 2017•56 min
<img alt="worldseries.jpg" data-image= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/59f4f23627ef2d09a2266b93/1509225023587/worldseries.jpg " data-image-dimensions="640x360" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" data-load="false" data-image-id="59f4f23627ef2d09a2266b93" data-type="image" src= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/59f4f23627ef2d09a2266b93/1509225023587/worldseries.jpg?format=1000w " /> In this World Series edition of 3rd String...
Oct 28, 2017•34 min
<img alt="altuve.jpg" data-image= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/59ed51a9f6576e4a1a72f9b7/1508725172171/altuve.jpg " data-image-dimensions="1200x675" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" data-load="false" data-image-id="59ed51a9f6576e4a1a72f9b7" data-type="image" src= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/59ed51a9f6576e4a1a72f9b7/1508725172171/altuve.jpg?format=1000w " /> Zac returns after vacationing in California to welcome P...
Oct 23, 2017•52 min
<img alt="goldschmidt.jpg" data-image= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/59c9aa6b268b96752f0116d1/1506388596827/goldschmidt.jpg " data-image-dimensions="1200x800" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" data-load="false" data-image-id="59c9aa6b268b96752f0116d1" data-type="image" src= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/59c9aa6b268b96752f0116d1/1506388596827/goldschmidt.jpg?format=1000w " /> In episode two, Ishan breaks down what to...
Sep 26, 2017•53 min
<img alt="Who is the more deserving AL MVP?" data-image= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/59c0835918b27d66258247c2/1505788790231/Judge_Altuve_8a8iut4l_0z5s43r4.jpg " data-image-dimensions="1280x706" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" data-load="false" data-image-id="59c0835918b27d66258247c2" data-type="image" src= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/59c0835918b27d66258247c2/1505788790231/Judge_Altuve_8a8iut4l_0z5s43r4.jpg?format...
Sep 19, 2017•52 min
<img alt="3rd string bright 300 x 300.jpg" data-image= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/59bd4d087131a50df25c8eb5/1505578250065/3rd+string+bright+300+x+300.jpg " data-image-dimensions="300x300" data-image-focal-point="0.5,0.5" data-load="false" data-image-id="59bd4d087131a50df25c8eb5" data-type="image" src= " https://static1.squarespace.com/static/552a8493e4b031351c196717/t/59bd4d087131a50df25c8eb5/1505578250065/3rd+string+bright+300+x+300.jpg?format=1000w " ...
Sep 16, 2017•1 min
