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The newest ESPN Films documentary looks back at the sluggers’ battle for the home run record
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We’re back early this week with a bonus podcast: It’s an interview with the director of Long Gone Summer, the newest ESPN Films documentary on Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa’s battle for the single-season home run record in the summer of 1998. We ask director AJ Schnack what made him want to make a film about this moment, the most difficult part of recounting this story, and why these two figures made that home run chase so compelling.
Sheil and Alex Coffey talk the disappointing start to the season for the defending NL champs
The guys discuss the Western Conference’s newfound strength, ranking the 76ers among playoff contenders, best WrestleMania matches, and more
JJ reacts to Opening Day wins by the Yankees and the Mets
Logan and Rob Mahoney break down serious contenders in the Western Conference, potential playoff matchups, and teams fighting for a spot in the play-in tournament
We’re talking ‘Summer House’ Season 7, Episode 7 and ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Season 10, Episode 8—and more!
The WWE’s first-ever Women’s Grand Slam champion, Bayley, joins to discuss her career
