Nothing Personal with David Samson

You can ask David questions for the show here: davidsamsonpodcast.comToday’s word of the day is ‘allegations’ as in investigation as in MLB and the Rays have a problem with their star Wander Franco. Serious allegations were brought to light during the game yesterday and it’s all weird. Scheduled day off? Hat giveaway? Leaving during the game? (11:45) James Harden is done with the Sixers. It’s over. They ended trade talks, but Harden said nope. He wants out and took to a mic in China and sounded off on Daryl Morey. (24:35) Review: Hijack. (29:10) What happened with the Orioles and broadcaster Kevin Brown? Took another strange turn. (37:30) NPPOD. (38:40) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Brewers stadium situation and what will happen with the team. What about the Orioles? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘give up’ as in surrender as in no mas as in Juan Soto and the San Diego Padres have a problem. The young superstar is tired of the losing. In danger of missing the postseason? Yes. In danger of losing Soto? Yes. (11:45) We have an update on the Athletics situation. Kind of. Athletics president Dave Kaval spoke with the media over night. What did he have to say? (29:55) Review: The Beanie Bubble. (36:30) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about former players being named managers and what the expectations are when they are hired. (41:30) Marlins/Yankees 20 years later… (46:30) NPPODSTORE IT UP THIS WEEKEND: davidsamsonpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘dividends’ as in trade as in grade the trade as in Michael Lorenzen has thrown a no-hitter in his 2nd start with the Phillies. Was the trade worth it!? You betcha! (8:20) Did the White Sox leave Keynan Middleton’s name off the board last night on purpose? Let’s investigate! (15:55) NPPOD (17:55) Northwestern is a mess. An absolute mess. Removing the coach has done nothing to help change the culture. (28:00) Review: The Out-Laws. (30:55) What is the latest update on the Buffalo Bills stadium? Here’s what’s happening and what you should know. (39:45) Ron Rivera has walked back his comments on Eric Bieniemy. Took a day. Why even speak? Think first! (44:00) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about Daniel Jones and the hate he gets. How do organizations drown out the noise?Go to this website! I double doggy dare you! davidsamsonpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MERCH ALERT: davidsamsonpodcast.comToday’s word of the day is ‘we’re back’ as in back as in here as in returned as in vacation as in look at us! (6:20) Astros Framber Valdez throws a no-hitter! How cool! First left in Houston history to get that done. What else did they do? Landed Justin Verlander! (10:20) It’s time for the GM Round Up! What did the executives have to say post-Trade Deadline? Brian Cashman, hello! Billy Eppler, hello! A.J. Preller, hello! Mike Elias, hello! (30:20) Review: Platonic. (33:45) What is going on with running backs? Saquon didn’t get his deal. Jonathan Taylor didn’t get a deal. Colts owner Jim Irsay said oh well! (45:14) NPPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘divest’ as in Barstool as in ESPN as in PENN Entertainment as in gambling as in sportsbooks as in blockbuster deals. ESPN Bet is here and Barstool Sportsbook is no more. ESPN’s new $2B deal with PENN will see a new sportsbook enter the market. Why now? (28:55) Review: You Hurt My Feelings. (33:40) We have more Commanders drama. It never ends with that team! (41:00) The Atlanta Braves are built different. The team has 4 players (Acuna, Allies, Olson, Riley) that have played in the team’s first 111 games. And they are great. And they keep winning. (44:50) NPPODBuy Merch, Be Happy: davidsamsonpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘egregious’ as in bad as in bad PR as in bad ownership as in the Baltimore Orioles just love the bad. What happened? The Orioles quietly suspended a broadcaster for giving game notes. That’s it. Huh!? (15:55) We have the suspension report from the White Sox-Guardians brawl. Tim Anderson got more games and lost the fight! What else is happening in the White Sox clubhouse? We’ve got the front office against the players. (27:50) Review: The Lincoln Lawyer. (31:20) The Pac-12 became the Pac-9 and then overnight became the Pac-4. Is the league done? Where has the NCAA been throughout all of this? (40:20) NPPOD. (45:30) Wait to see updateMERCH IT UP: davidsamsonpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘brawl’ as in fight as in punch as in Tim Anderson as in Jose Ramirez as in knockout. What happened? Should it have happened? What happens next? Just take a look at the White Sox clubhouse for answers on how bad things have gone. (16:10) Are the Angels cursed? They have to be. Buyers at the deadline and still can’t win. Shohei Ohtani on fire… still can’t win. (27:00) Review: 65. (30:10) The USWNT had its earliest exit from the World Cup ever. After the loss… the hate was strong from the critics. But was it about soccer? Nope. (38:55) NPPOD. (41:55) The Pac-12 is dead. It was ended overnight. What was supposed to be a new media rights deal ended with 4 schools remaining. The Big Ten is now 18. The Big 12 is now 16. GO HERE NOW: davidsamsonpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘cognitive impairment’ as in concussion as in brain injury as in Anthony Rizzo is on the IL. What happened? The Yankees say it’s from a hit to the head in May! What? (13:20) LEt’s update what happened with Domingo German. It’s just all bad for the Yankees. (18:45) The Orlando Magic find themselves in a weird spot. The NBPA released a statement after it was uncovered the team gave Ron DeSantis a donation. (32:30) Review: The Crowded Room. (37:00) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? (44:45) NPPODIf you didn't know by now.... we have merch! And more to come so sign up here: davidsamsonpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MERCH ALERT: davidsamsonpodcast.comToday’s word of the day is ‘poach’ as in poachers as in stealing as in snaking as in college football as in the Pac-12 is crumbling. What is happening with college athletics!? The Big Ten is looking to steal more schools. The Big 12 stole Colorado. Florida State wants out of the ACC! (16:15) Mets owner Steve Cohen had to meet the media. He flew to Kansas City to that. What does the future of the Mets look like? Are they punting on 2024? (27:10) Review: Happiness for Beginners. (32:30) Domingo German has been added to the restricted list. His career may be over. (40:10) NPPOD. (42:20) The gambling problems are getting worse. Look at what’s happening in Iowa! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MERCH ALERT: davidsamsonpodcast.comToday’s word of the day is ‘trade deadline’ as in trades in you’re gone as in you’re staying as in you’re packed up and out the door! What happened during the MLB Trade Deadline? (5:30) The New York Mets are selling. They are kicking everyone out the club. Scherzer gone. Verlander gone. Pham gone. Robertson gone. (23:20) What is the No-Trade Clause? How do players use it? Why would someone not go to a contender? (27:20) The St. Louis Cardinals sold. Flaherty sold. Hicks sold. Montgomery sold. DeJong sold. (29:30) What did the Yankees do? Nothing. Made one trade at the deadline. That’s it. What did Chaim Bloom say about the Red Sox? ( 37:55) Shohei Ohtani was not traded. What is the Angels plan? Are they ready to lose him? (44:00) What did the Padres do? Anything? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices