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SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore [3:20] discuss the Stars moving to the Western Conference finals against Las Vegas. David says everything rides on Jake Oettinger, while Kevin thinks the Stars need to ramp up their intensity level. [12:10] Evan analyzes the impact of Corey Seager’s return to the lineup, and the guys debate the biggest surprises of the Rangers’ spring: Ezequiel Duran or Jonah Heim? [38:05] On the schedule release, Kevin says Week 5 against San Francisco will set the fans’ mood until the playoffs. The guys also make their way-too-early win projections for the Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss the topics of the day, [8:54] starting with the Rangers’ resiliency when things (e.g., the bullpen) go wrong. Ezequiel Duran and Leody Taveras are two prime examples of what’s gone right. Evan says the Rangers have tinkered with Taveras’ stance, and the results are obvious. Kevin says Duran may have plugged two spots: left field and a backup to Corey Seager at short. David says it’s OK that Micah Parsons is training away from the team, at least for now. [32:30] Kevin worries that too much work at defensive end could wear down Micah’s considerable athletic traits, which is why the Cowboys have tried to make the defense more “Micah-friendly,” David says. [45:40] In the ever-popular potpourri segment, the guys talk this week’s Byron Nelson tournament and wonder if the Stars can bounce back from an awful Game 3 against Seattle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [2:00] the ins and outs of last week’s NFL draft, rendering their favorite and least-favorite Cowboys picks. David tells us one of the Cowboys’ other options in the first round, where they took Mazi Smith instead. [30:38] Evan gives a worst-case scenario if Jacob deGrom is out for long. Kevin likes Evan’s suggestion of a Lance Lynn reunion but wants Evan Carter to take his time in Double-A and Triple-A. [54:10] The guys give their Stars predictions against the Kraken, and Evan goes one further, projecting the Stanley Cup rep from the West. Hint: Think local. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant get ready for this week’s NFL draft by discussing whether the Cowboys will stay put at 26 (consensus: probably) and what they’ll do. [3:15] Each of our insiders picks a player for the Cowboys, with David ranging widest. [25:13] Evan describes the implosion in the back of the Rangers’ bullpen. Kevin thinks Chris Young needs to find a closer before the deadline, answering a years-old question, before it sinks the morale of a contending club. [46:20] David notes that Mark Cuban is finally seeing the same scrutiny that Jerry Jones has endured for years. And the guys decide that the Stars, with the best goalie, are the better team, but they can’t let the Wild push them around anymore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [2:51] the Stars’ opening playoff loss to the Wild and the repercussions from the injury to Joe Pavelski. Kevin says the Stars are better but the Wild is tougher, leading to a rant about what’s wrong with hockey. [13:06] He then talks about what else MLB needs to do while Evan gives injury updates on Jacob deGrom and Jon Gray. [40:12]  David provides most likely scenarios for the Cowboys with the 26th pick and tells us whether they need to worry about positional needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [2:49] the Mavs’ finishing debacle. David wonders if the commissioner could take away the Mavs’ hard-earned first-round pick as a penalty for tanking. Evan says the Kyrie Irving deal blew up in the Mavs’ faces because they didn’t win in a weakened West. [22:35] Kevin says the fact that Jake Odorizzi is out for the season and no one’s hardly noticed says everything about the job Chris Young did putting this Rangers roster together. Evan wants to see the guys down on the farm ready to jump in for spot starts this summer, and they’re not off to good starts. [44:48] David breaks down some of the top prospects and the Cowboys’ potential interest come the NFL draft at the end of this month. And, if Bijan Robinson is available at 26, the guys say the Cowboys should take him. Take that, Tim Cowlishaw! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore lead off a chock-full podcast with the Mavs’ predicament this week: Go all out for a scant chance of making the playoffs, or tank to keep their first-round pick? David argues that an MVP candidate should never agree to tanking. Kevin prefers any chance at all at Victor Wembanyama over a botched playoff bid. [18:15] The guys discuss the remarkable women’s championship game at American Airlines Center and the controversy over Angel Reese’s dis of Caitlin Clark in the waning moments of LSU’s historic victory. [37:52] Evan explains why Rangers hitters have struggled the last two games after scoring 27 runs in their first two against the Phillies. But he still likes their makeup. Kevin notes how Bruce Bochy’s command of the bullpen has already come into play. [54:55] And David tells us that moving Terence Steele to guard isn’t a done deal, or anything more than just discussion at this point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss Rangers opening day on Thursday, [10:50] from the opening ceremonies to the last man on the roster. Evan says the Rangers have never had an ace like Jacob deGrom, not in the last 40 years, anyway. Kevin wonders if Ezequiel Duran has played too well to be a trade chip. [31:40] Kevin and Evan take sides on their favorite coach in the women’s Final Four this week. Hint: Kevin’s right. The guys also make their picks on the men’s side, where Kevin says the tournament game has changed. [50:48] The Mavs’ No. 1 problem isn’t making the playoffs, Kevin says, it’s finding out why Luka’s unhappy. And the insiders finish with thoughts about the Cowboys’ offensive line and what it means for the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Kevin Sherrington on vacation, [2:00] Evan Grant and David Moore have a nice relaxed visit to break down what the Rangers still have to answer in the final days of spring training, what’s gone right in Arizona and how excited the World Baseball Classic has left us. Speaking of excited, [19:40] we dive into something completely foreign: The Cowboys giving fans hope with their moves in free agency and the trade market. We ponder Zeke Elliott’s legacy in Dallas and whether his performance declined or the running back position changed on him. And finally, [35:50] we stop everything down to consider the relative level of excitement the Mavs are generating these days. Well, two out of three wasn’t bad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant look at the rosters of the Cowboys and Rangers and where both clubs go from here. [4:00] Evan says only a handful of questions remain about the Rangers’ roster with two weeks left in spring training. Jacob deGrom’s debut Monday calmed Rangers fans and excited Rangers teammates and officials. [ 31:59] David says the Cowboys need a veteran wide receiver, but not Odell Beckham Jr. at $20 million a year. And he won’t get that money anywhere, David says. [50:37] And Kevin sends up his white flag for the Mavs. Because Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic have played so little together and the team has lost last year’s chemistry, neither Kevin nor David likes their playoff chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant discuss the big topics of the day, [3:42] starting with what the Rangers do in the outfield now that everything else seems pretty much wrapped up. Kevin thinks Adolis Garcia would be a nice temporary fit in center if the Rangers decide to keep Clint Frazier. Evan explains the pluses and pitfalls of it all. [26:55] The guys make their cases for Cowboys free agency. Evan wants the Cowboys to sign a veteran wide receiver. Kevin says David wins the day by suggesting Bobby Wagner at linebacker. [46:26] In the potpourri segment, the insiders outline Mark Adams’ demise from Coach of the Year to coach-out-the-door. They also wonder when Luka Doncic grows up and stops barking at refs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant rehash spring training memories. Kevin’s least favorite: The time he had to spend the night in his rental car because Evan turned off his hearing aids.  [17:33] Kevin wonders if Martin Perez might still be the Rangers’ best pitcher. If he is, Evan says, the season has either been an utter success or complete collapse, no in-between. Evan says Chris Young’s experience as a pitcher gives the Rangers’ organization a different perspective and maybe a different horizon.  [47:35] Kevin proposes the Cowboys trade for Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey, thus making up for not drafting him in 2016. He also wishes Luka Doncic happy birthday and says the best gift he can get is more schooling from Jason Kidd.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss recent top local stories, starting with the buzz from NBA All-Star weekend. [00:40] The All-Stars love the Mavs’ addition of Kyrie Irving, Kevin notes, but players always appreciate the addition of stars. Will the move have organizational impact? David says, not so much. [19:49] Evan goes over the Rangers’ left-field situation and the impact of a platoon. [38:12] David tells us why the Cowboys should place the franchise tag on running back Tony Pollard. Kevin says that’s fine, as long as they add a banger to play a little bully ball. [1:00:28] And, last but not least, the guys rate sub sandwich shops in Surprise, Ariz., the home of Rangers spring training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant are joined by Mavericks beat writer [00:12] Callie Caplan to discuss the home debut of Kyrie Irving in a 124-121 loss to Minnesota. Callie tells us that Kyrie’s addition has energized the Mavs’ roster and brings a different gear. Losing two games in a row in the final seconds, the latest because Kyrie and Luka Doncic couldn’t decide who should take the last shot, isn’t necessarily a bad thing, David said. It shows they’re both willing to accommodate the other. [16:31] Evan tries to correct Kevin when he says shortstop and second base were “black holes” for the Rangers the first couple months of last season, but Kevin sticks to his assertion. [38:03] And the guys debate the merits of a Super Bowl marred by a bad ending yet leaves us quantifying where Patrick Mahomes ranks in the pantheon of all-time quarterbacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore [2:53] discuss the national sports news of the week: the Mavs’ controversial acquisition of Kyrie Irving. David calls it an even bigger risk than Roy Tarpley. Evan says he’s conflicted about what he concedes is a good basketball move. Kevin expects Irving to be on his best behavior, because he doesn’t have any more leverage. [25:35] Evan gives his five topics of spring for the Rangers. [47:50] The guys make their Super Bowl picks and discuss the elevation of Brian Schottenheimer to Cowboys offensive coordinator. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [7:09] the overhaul of the Cowboys’ offensive staff and what it means for quarterback Dak Prescott. Evan says the fortunes of Dak and Mike McCarthy are now intertwined. Kevin says that if Dak has another year like the last one, chances are neither will be back in 2024. Evan tells us [29:10] that Corey Seager has never looked happier as a Ranger, using an elephant metaphor in the process and prompting Kevin to ask if Seager’s behind all the shenanigans out at the Dallas Zoo. The guys seem eager to get to the bottom of the mystery. [40:42] David describes an NBA culture in which it’s OK for an opposing coach to chirp at an opposing superstar, even if it results in Luka Doncic going off for 53 points. David and Kevin discuss the limited options for the Mavs before the trade deadline and what that portends for their playoff hopes as well as Luka’s contentment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, David Moore and Evan Grant [5:14] discuss the Cowboys’ 19-12 loss to the 49ers in the divisional round playoff, prolonging a streak of 27 years without an appearance in the NFC title game. Kevin says that if you’d told him before the game the Cowboys’ defense would hold the 49ers to 19 points, he’d have booked a flight to Philadelphia for the conference championship game. [23:00] The guys consider four key Cowboys — Mike McCarthy, Dan Quinn, Kellen Moore and Dak Prescott — and answer the questions of whether each will/should be back. What went wrong with Dak this year? How can he be fixed? All that and more in this special all-Cowboys, all-the-time podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and David Moore discuss [00:29] the Cowboys’ surprising dominance of QB Tom Brady and the Buccaneers in Monday’s wild card game. Kevin says Dak Prescott’s performance is repeatable against the San Francisco 49ers in the divisional round, if only because he went back to being the quarterback we knew before this season. David says last year’s playoff loss to the Niners was a focus and motivation for the Cowboys the past 11 months and should be a factor now. [20:45] Evan Grant joined the conversation to talk about Brett Maher and kickers suffering from the yips, Saturday Night Live and also who didn’t return his calls this week. [41:21] Evan then commandeered the mic to catch up on some Rangers news, such as the ongoing search for a left fielder and the bullpen without Brett Martin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington, Evan Grant and David Moore discuss [5:00] the Cowboys’ miserable loss to Washington and what that portends for a rematch with Tampa Bay. The guys take positions on their biggest concerns. David says if the Cowboys lose, any questions about Mike McCarthy’s status depend on the degree of embarrassment. If it’s anything like the loss to Washington, Kevin says, Jerry Jones better make sure Sean Payton hasn’t signed any papers with Denver. Evan says Jerry probably already has Payton on hold. [33:30] The guys ponder the question of whether it would have been better if TCU had lost to Michigan in the semis than to endure a historic blowout against Georgia. Sonny Dykes has to figure out a way to sell the ending of what had been a magical season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SportsDay Insiders Kevin Sherrington and Evan Grant discuss [4:04] the traumatic event of Monday night’s game between Buffalo and Cincinnati, when the Bills' Damar Hamlin collapsed after suffering sudden cardiac arrest. Kevin tells about his brother’s recovery from SCA as well as the case of Detroit’s Chuck Hughes, an Abilene and UTEP alum and the only NFL player ever to die on a football field. [37:57] Evan and Kevin talk about the prospects of a six-man rotation. Evan wonders if the Rangers could flip Jake Odorizzi for a left fielder. [49:20] And Evan speculates on whether his beloved Georgia Bulldogs can stop the freight train that’s become of the little engine that could, TCU. For all of their differences, Evan notes, both programs are led by quarterbacks with unlikely stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices