Max Scherzer talks about winning Cy Young, mismatched eyes

Detroit Tigers pitcher Max Scherzer joined the show to talk about winning the Cy Young and more. Dan asked what was different this year. “I ironed out a few mechanics,” Scherzer said. “And I had a curveball.” Dan asked Scherzer what was more important, variety or velocity. “Variety,” Scherzer said. “Doesn’t matter how fast you…

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Clayton Kershaw talks about getting second Cy Young, contract

Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw joined the show to talk about winning his second Cy Young and more. Dan asked where he stands on his contract negotiations with the Dodgers. “I don’t know yet,” Kershaw said. “I’m pretty open-minded.” Kershaw wouldn’t get into specific numbers with Dan.

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Tavon Austin on breakout game, where he ranks among fastest players

http://youtu.be/Xtx8CkGUM_w Dan asked Tavon if he’s the fastest player in the NFL. “[There are] some fast guys out there,” Austin said. “Patrick Peterson, Devin Hester, DeSean Jackson.” He said he fears Peterson could take him, but would like to race him. Dan also asked Austin if he got in trouble for fielding the punt he…

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Darius Rucker

Darius Rucker joined the show to talk about our debate over being a one-hit wonder in music or a one-hit wonder in sports. Rucker, it turns out, has a lot of respect for musicians who had one-hit wonders. He liked Dexys Midnight Runners. Rucker also weighed in on his three favorite concerts of all time:…

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