The Game Sports Podcast

The Game 1-9-20

Here is the Thursday, Northern Superior Edition of "The Game", with host Alex Parr, filling in for Dave McCaig, as he is joined by Justin Hykel and Dane Hancherow the show. The WWE is the opening topic on the show which is followed by local hockey roundup including the NOJHL and the Soo Greyhounds.

The second part of the show jumps into NHL discussion with Rasmus Andersson, Logan Couture, shootouts, overtime and much more. The final segment of the show has the panel getting into one topic each in a special round table edition which (spoiler alert!) does include the amazing goal scored by Connor McDavid.

We are back on ESPN 1400 next Monday night starting at 6 p.m.

Butch On Sports 1-9-20

The Game's own Butch Davis from Butch On Sports www.butchonsports.com has his own broadcast of "Butch On Sports", focusing on the Detroit professional, college and high school sports scene. Catch Butch on "The Game" Monday night's on ESPN 1400 and an archive of his shows at www.thegamesportsshow.com.

Highlights of today's show include...Smack Down coming back to Detroit March 13.

You can also find Butch On Sports on Facebook and www.simplybutchtoo.podomatic.com

The Game 1-6-20

On this Monday Night edition of "The Game", on ESPN 1400 WKNW in Sault Ste. Marie, Scott Nason covers the local high school sports scene along with hockey in the Soo Greyhounds, Eagles, Thunderbirds and college sports with Lake Superior State, Algoma and Soo College Athletics.

Special guest on tonight's show is Zeke Kaunisto, General Manager of the Soo Indians Midget AAA squad, as he talks about this weekend's series against Honeybaked and Thunder Bay, along with MAHA Playoff possibilities, upcoming games and a tender for one of their players.

Due to some technical difficulties from this past week's storms, this week's edition of "The Game" is one hour long.

We will be back on ESPN 1400 next Monday night from 6-8 p.m.  You can also listen online at http://stream.sovcomm.net:8001/espn1400

Butch On Sports 1-5-20

The Game's own Butch Davis from Butch On Sports www.butchonsports.com has his own radio broadcast, focusing on the Detroit professional, college and high school sports scene. Catch Butch on "The Game" Monday night's on ESPN 1400 and an archive of his shows at www.thegamesportsshow.com.

Highlights of today's show include...Pistons' Markieff Morris: Out again Morris (foot) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Lakers. It'll be the fifth straight absence for Morris, who continues to nurse a sprained left foot. Pistons' Blake Griffin: Ruled out Sunday, Griffin (knee) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Lakers.

You can also find Butch On Sports on Facebook and www.simplybutchtoo.podomatic.com

Soo Eagles vs Timmins 1-4-20

Here is the radio broadcast of Soo Eagles hockey on ESPN 1400 and the audio broadcast on Hockey TV from Saturday night's NOJHL contest between the Soo Eagles and the Timmins Rock, with Scott Nason and Larry Pozzebon.

The Rock move into a first place tie in the East with Powassan with a 3-1 victory over the Eagles.

The Eagles will face the Rayside Balfour Canadians for the final time in the regular season on Friday, January 10th at Pullar Stadium. We will have the call on ESPN 1400 and Hockey TV.  You can also listen to the live radio broadcast at http://stream.sovcomm.net:8001/espn1400

Soo Eagles vs Blind River 1-3-20

Here is the radio broadcast of Soo Eagles hockey on ESPN 1400 and the audio broadcast on Hockey TV from Saturday night's NOJHL contest between the Soo Eagles and the Blind River Beavers, with Scott Nason and Larry Pozzebon.

Shane Brancato got the shut out as the Eagles blanked the Beavers 3-0 to start 2020.

The Eagles will take on the Timmins Rock on Saturday at 7:00 p.m. We will have the call on ESPN 1400 and Hockey TV.  You can also listen to the live radio broadcast at http://stream.sovcomm.net:8001/espn1400

Butch On Sports 1-3-20

The Game's own Butch Davis from Butch On Sports www.butchonsports.com has his own radio broadcast, focusing on the Detroit professional, college and high school sports scene. Catch Butch on "The Game" Monday night's on ESPN 1400 and an archive of his shows at www.thegamesportsshow.com.

Highlights of today's show include...According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Detroit Pistons have “escalating discussions” with several teams in the league for a trade for Drummond, including with the Atlanta Hawks.

You can also find Butch On Sports on Facebook and www.simplybutchtoo.podomatic.com

The Game 1-2-20

Dave McCaig and Justin Hykel open the first show of 2020 at Northern Superior, talking local sports with the Soo College Cougars, Algoma University along with updates of games with the Soo Thunderbirds, Soo Eagles, Blind River Beavers, LSSU hockey, the Soo Greyhounds, along with World Junior updates heading into the semi's.

The panel jumps into updates around the NHL, regarding trades between the Flames, Sabres, Senators and Canadiens, All-Star discussion and much more. Dave and Justin get into updates around the MLB including rumors and chat about the Blue Jays.

Our next scheduled show is on Monday, January 6th at 6 p.m. on ESPN 1400.  Make sure to follow The Game on Facebook and Instagram @thegamesportsshow.

Happy New Year from all of us on "The Game"

The Game 12-29-19

Dave McCaig broadcasts inside Sportscenter Bar and Grill with a bonus edition upload with special guest and good friend of the show Brad Jacobs. Brad and Dave discuss his teams' recent win at the Grand Slam of Curling, playing the villain card, upcoming events for Team Jacobs and overall world of Curling involving the success that Team Jacobs continues to achieve. Check out Team Jacobs on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook!

The Game Sports Show will be on air Monday December 30th at 6pm with ESPN 1400, and will return to Sault Ontario until January 2nd, 2020 at Northern Superior.

Butch On Sports 12-29-19

The Game's own Butch Davis from Butch On Sports www.butchonsports.com has his own radio broadcast, focusing on the Detroit professional, college and high school sports scene. Catch Butch on "The Game" Monday night's on ESPN 1400 and an archive of his shows at www.thegamesportsshow.com.

Highlights of today's show include...Packers barely beat Lions 23-20 to earn first-round bye. Mason Crosby kicked a 33-yard field goal as time expired, lifting the Green Bay Packers to a 23-20 win over the Detroit Lions to earn a first-round bye. “Earlier today, we were informed by Marvin and Jazmyn Jones about the sudden passing of their youngest son, Marlo.

You can also find Butch On Sports on Facebook and www.simplybutchtoo.podomatic.com

The Game 12-23-19

On this Monday Night edition of "The Game", on ESPN 1400 WKNW in Sault Ste. Marie, Scott Nason covers the local high school sports scene along with hockey in the Soo Greyhounds, Eagles, Thunderbirds and college sports with Lake Superior State, Algoma and Soo College Athletics.

Butch Davis from Butch On Sports, host of "The Game Sports Show" and EJ Russell from Escanaba are also on tonight's show where they discuss the Detroit sports scene, along with other topics in the world of sports including college and NFL Football, NBA, World Junior Hockey Championships and much more along with their thumbs up and thumbs down for the week.

We will be back on ESPN 1400 next Monday night from 6-8 p.m.  You can also listen online at http://stream.sovcomm.net:8001/espn1400

Butch On Sports 12-22-19

The Game's own Butch Davis from Butch On Sports www.butchonsports.com has his own radio broadcast, focusing on the Detroit professional, college and high school sports scene. Catch Butch on "The Game" Monday night's on ESPN 1400 and an archive of his shows at www.thegamesportsshow.com.

Highlights of today's show include...The Detroit Tigers have agreed to terms with infielders Jonathan Schoop and C.J. Cron on one-year Major League contracts.

You can also find Butch On Sports on Facebook and www.simplybutchtoo.podomatic.com

Soo Eagles vs Blind River 12-21-19

Here is the radio broadcast of Soo Eagles hockey on ESPN 1400 and the audio broadcast on Hockey TV from Saturday night's NOJHL contest between the Soo Eagles and the Blind River Beavers, with Scott Nason and Larry Pozzebon.

The Beavers defeated the Eagles for the 5th time in 6 games this season, with a 3-1 win.

The Eagles will resume play on Friday, January 3rd once again facing the first place Blind River Beavers. We will have the call on ESPN 1400 and Hockey TV.  You can also listen to the live radio broadcast at http://stream.sovcomm.net:8001/espn1400

Butch On Sports 12-21-19

The Game's own Butch Davis from Butch On Sports www.butchonsports.com has his own radio broadcast, focusing on the Detroit professional, college and high school sports scene. Catch Butch on "The Game" Monday night's on ESPN 1400 and an archive of his shows at www.thegamesportsshow.com.

Highlights of today's show include...Right-hander Zack Godley and the Detroit Tigers agreed to a minor league contract, and he will report to big league spring training. The Tigers announced the move Friday.

You can also find Butch On Sports on Facebook and www.simplybutchtoo.podomatic.com

Soo Eagles vs Soo Thunderbirds 12-20-19

Here is the radio broadcast of Soo Eagles hockey on ESPN 1400 and the audio broadcast on Hockey TV from Friday night's game against the Soo Thunderbirds, with Scott Nason and Larry Pozzebon.

The Eagles moved into a third place tie in the West Division with the T-Birds, as they skated away with a 3-2 overtime win at Puller Stadium.

The Eagles will at home on Saturday, December 21st as they finish up 2019 against the first place Blind River Beavers. We will have the call on ESPN 1400 and Hockey TV.  You can also listen to the live radio broadcast at http://stream.sovcomm.net:8001/espn1400