The Historic Fall: Duke's Late Collapse and Ovechkin's Record-Breaking Goal
04/08/25 • 60 min
Recorded April 6th, 2025
Masters Week has arrived, and the excitement is palpable as Graham and Scott break down all the storylines heading to Augusta National. With significant rainfall in the forecast, the traditionally firm and fast course conditions could transform dramatically, potentially favoring the game's longest hitters like Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau.
The pressure on McIlroy has never been greater as he seeks to complete the career Grand Slam after already capturing two signature event victories this season. The hosts debate whether Rory can overcome the mental challenges that Augusta presents – handling the Sunday roars, navigating the sparse leaderboard information, and managing the enormous expectations that have followed him throughout his career. Meanwhile, Scott remains steadfast in his support for Bryson, while both hosts question Jon Rahm's surprisingly favorable odds.
Before diving into golf, the duo recaps two stunning weekend sports moments: Alex Ovechkin tying Wayne Gretzky's goal record (while refusing to score on an empty net out of respect for the game) and Duke's shocking collapse against Houston in the Final Four. Despite leading by 14 points with just eight minutes remaining, Duke went ice cold and ultimately lost by three points, leaving even Carolina fan Graham feeling sympathetic toward his rival.
The episode also features discussions on hypothetical Champions Dinner menus, dark horse contenders like Min Woo Lee and Corey Conners, and exciting new features on the Masters app that will allow fans to track players' range sessions with detailed statistics. With the NCAA Championship game featuring Florida versus Houston on the horizon, and a special NHL playoffs preview episode with hockey expert TP coming next week, the bald guys on the bench continue delivering insightful sports commentary with their trademark humor and passion.
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Recorded April 6th, 2025
Masters Week has arrived, and the excitement is palpable as Graham and Scott break down all the storylines heading to Augusta National. With significant rainfall in the forecast, the traditionally firm and fast course conditions could transform dramatically, potentially favoring the game's longest hitters like Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau.
The pressure on McIlroy has never been greater as he seeks to complete the career Grand Slam after already capturing two signature event victories this season. The hosts debate whether Rory can overcome the mental challenges that Augusta presents – handling the Sunday roars, navigating the sparse leaderboard information, and managing the enormous expectations that have followed him throughout his career. Meanwhile, Scott remains steadfast in his support for Bryson, while both hosts question Jon Rahm's surprisingly favorable odds.
Before diving into golf, the duo recaps two stunning weekend sports moments: Alex Ovechkin tying Wayne Gretzky's goal record (while refusing to score on an empty net out of respect for the game) and Duke's shocking collapse against Houston in the Final Four. Despite leading by 14 points with just eight minutes remaining, Duke went ice cold and ultimately lost by three points, leaving even Carolina fan Graham feeling sympathetic toward his rival.
The episode also features discussions on hypothetical Champions Dinner menus, dark horse contenders like Min Woo Lee and Corey Conners, and exciting new features on the Masters app that will allow fans to track players' range sessions with detailed statistics. With the NCAA Championship game featuring Florida versus Houston on the horizon, and a special NHL playoffs preview episode with hockey expert TP coming next week, the bald guys on the bench continue delivering insightful sports commentary with their trademark humor and passion.
Subscribe now and join us each week as we break down the biggest moments in sports from our perspective on the bench!
#baldguysonthebench #graboneandcrackone #ncaa #finalfour #duke #themasters #rorymcilroy #brysondechambeau #marchmadness
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March Madness Mayhem: College Basketball, Golf Upsets, and NFL Rumors
Recorded March 30th, 2025
The Bald Guys are fired up as March Madness reaches its crescendo with all four #1 seeds making the Final Four for only the second time in tournament history. Graham and Scott dissect Duke's dominance after their dismantling of Alabama, who had previously set three-point shooting records against BYU. The guys break down each Sweet 16 and Elite Eight matchup, highlighting coaching decisions (or lack thereof) that shifted momentum in critical moments.
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The NFL offseason discussion centers on quarterback movement, with speculation about Aaron Rodgers potentially retiring and whether Kirk Cousins might be traded again. The guys debate Pittsburgh's quarterback situation, with Scott boldly predicting they'll draft a quarterback in the first round despite needing immediate playoff success.
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Recorded April 13th, 2025
Redemption tastes sweet in a green jacket. After 13 years of heartbreak at Augusta National, Rory McIlroy finally captured the elusive Masters title in dramatic fashion, defeating Justin Rose in a playoff to complete the career Grand Slam.
The final round was pure theater. McIlroy and DeChambeau struggled early, with Rory making double on the first hole and Bryson snap-hooking his tee shot into the trees. As the day unfolded, the leaderboard transformed into a revolving door of contenders. At one point, McIlroy built a four-shot lead—eerily reminiscent of his 2011 collapse—before hitting his approach shot into the water on 13. Meanwhile, Justin Rose made an astonishing ten birdies, Zach Johnson turned back the clock at 49 years old, and Ludvig Åberg remained in contention until a disastrous triple bogey on 17.
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Bald Guys On The Bench - The Historic Fall: Duke's Late Collapse and Ovechkin's Record-Breaking Goal
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Welcome to another episode of the bald guys on the bench podcast , with your hosts Graham Cohen and Scott Wasco
Announcerwhat's up everyone and welcome back to another episode of the ball guys on the bench .
ScottIt's Sunday night , sitting here with my boy , Graham . But you know , like we always do , gra
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