Michigan’s Athletic Department Under Fire, WNBA Leadership Questions & MLB’s Second Half Begins

Michigan’s Athletic Department Under Fire, WNBA Leadership Questions & MLB’s Second Half Begins

On this edition of SportsWrap w/Jason Page, Jason opens the show with a pointed look at the growing scrutiny surrounding Michigan Athletic Director Ward Manuel and the culture inside one of college sports' most prominent athletic departments. With multiple controversies, investigations, and scandals surfacing during Manuel's tenure, Jason asks a simple question: Why has it taken this long for accountability to become part of the conversation? From the Connor Stalions sign-stealing saga to the ongoing questions surrounding Michigan athletics, Jason examines whether winning championships has overshadowed deeper institutional issues. Plus: ⚾ The MLB All-Star Break is here, and Jason previews the unofficial second half of the baseball season. 🏆 Jordan Walker's Home Run Derby victory and his emergence as one of baseball's rising stars. 🏀 Nick Hamilton joins the show to discuss the WNBA's continued growth, league leadership, and the challenges facing Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. ⛳ A look ahead to The Open Championship. 🏀 The latest on LeBron James and the NBA offseason. 🏒 Macklin Celebrini's growing star power and why hockey fans should be paying attention. 🎙️ Sports commentary, interviews, analysis, and opinions you won't find anywhere else. Subscribe now to SportsWrap w/Jason Page on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Podcasts, and everywhere podcasts are available. SportsWrap w/Jason Page airs across the United States & Canada on over 270 affiliates. Check your local listings for time and schedule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan Patrick vs. the WNBA, MLB's All-Star Break Problems & UFC 329 Fallout

On this edition of SportsWrap w/Jason Page, Jason opens the show with a passionate discussion about the growing controversy between Dan Patrick and WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. After Engelbert reportedly backed out of a scheduled appearance on Patrick's show, Patrick publicly criticized the commissioner and the league. Jason explains why he believes both sides mishandled the situation and what the controversy says about sports media, access journalism, and the current state of the WNBA. Later, Sam Yarnell joins the show to break down the biggest stories from Major League Baseball as the sport reaches the All-Star break. The conversation covers the surging Boston Red Sox, concerns about MLB's scheduling decisions surrounding the Draft and Futures Game, Jacob Misiorowski's emergence, Paul Skenes, and which playoff contenders could be headed for trouble in the second half. Jason is also joined by Nick Hamilton of Nightcast Media to discuss the WNBA's explosive growth, the Cathy Engelbert controversy, and the league's biggest storylines heading into the second half of the season. Plus, RJ Clifford joins the program to recap the fallout from UFC 329, including Conor McGregor's injury, Max Holloway's future, Patti Pimblett's performance, and what comes next for one of the biggest stars in MMA history. The show wraps up with Jerry Bonkowski, who breaks down a wild NASCAR weekend in Atlanta and looks ahead to the next chapter of the Cup Series season. Featured Guests: * Sam Yarnell (MLB Analyst) * Nick Hamilton (Nightcast Media) * RJ Clifford (MMA Analyst) * Jerry Bonkowski (NASCAR Analyst) 📺 SportsWrap w/Jason Page airs nationwide across the United States and Canada on more than 270 affiliates. SportsWrap w/Jason Page airs across the United States & Canada on over 270 affiliates. Check your local listings for time and schedule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have Sports & Politics Become Impossible to Separate? | Chuck Todd Joins SportsWrap

On this edition of SportsWrap w/Jason Page, Jason dives into one of the most controversial stories in sports: FIFA's decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension after his red card against Belgium. Was it the right call? What precedent did FIFA use, and why do so many fans continue to question the governing body's credibility? Jason is joined by Chuck Todd for a wide-ranging conversation on the growing intersection of sports and politics. The discussion touches on FIFA, Donald Trump's involvement in the World Cup conversation, sportswashing, the influence of politics on major sporting events, and whether fans are becoming more accepting of politics entering the sports arena. The show also breaks down the highly anticipated NBA Summer League showdown between No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa and No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson, a matchup that showcased the future of the NBA. Plus, Jason examines whether oddsmakers are giving Scottie Scheffler too much respect heading into The Open Championship after his surprising missed cut at the Scottish Open. Later, Tino Patino joins the program to preview NASCAR's weekend race in Atlanta and discuss the biggest storylines heading into the next stop on the Cup Series schedule. Featured Guests: * Chuck Todd * Tino Patino (SiriusXM NASCAR Radio) 📺 SportsWrap w/Jason Page airs nationwide across the United States and Canada. SportsWrap w/Jason Page airs across the United States & Canada on over 270 affiliates. Check your local listings for time and schedule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Patrick McEnroe On Wimbledon Semis, Serena's Return & The New Reality of College Sports

Has college sports officially become professional sports? Jason Page opens this edition of SportsWrap by reacting to reports that Serbian basketball phenom Nikola Kusturic could receive a two-year NIL package worth as much as $12 million to play at UCLA before becoming NBA Draft eligible. Jason examines whether the NCAA's amateur model is effectively dead and asks whether college athletics should simply be viewed as a minor league system for professional sports. Also in this episode: 🎾 Patrick McEnroe joins the show to preview the Wimbledon men's semifinals, discuss Novak Djokovic's pursuit of another major title, and break down the biggest storylines remaining at the All England Club. 🏆 Patrick also weighs in on Serena Williams' surprising return to Wimbledon at age 44 and reflects on her lasting impact on the sport. 🎤 Plus, a look ahead to Patrick McEnroe's upcoming conversation with Roger Federer and what tennis fans can expect from one of the game's all-time greats. From NIL deals and college basketball recruiting to Wimbledon and tennis history, it's another packed edition of SportsWrap with Jason Page. 📺 SportsWrap is America's fastest-growing nationally syndicated sports talk television show, delivering interviews, analysis, commentary, and conversations that go beyond the headlines. SportsWrap w/Jason Page airs across the United States & Canada on over 270 affiliates. Check your local listings for time and schedule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CTE Shockwaves, LeBron's Next Move & MLB Trade Deadline Drama

A packed edition of SportsWrap w/Jason Page begins with a powerful and emotional edition of The Big Story. Jason reacts to the posthumous CTE diagnosis of former Dallas Cowboys linebacker Marshawn Kneeland at just 24 years old and questions why the story isn't receiving more attention across mainstream sports media. Jason examines the broader conversation surrounding football safety, concussion protocols, media partnerships with the NFL, and whether sports media is doing enough to confront uncomfortable realities about the game. Later, David Aardsma joins SportsWrap Inside Baseball to discuss the crowded American League playoff race, the Athletics' surprising position in the Wild Card hunt, and what teams could do as the MLB Trade Deadline approaches. Then, Kurt Helin of NBC Sports stops by for SportsWrap NBA Weekly to break down the latest LeBron James speculation. Is Cleveland the frontrunner? Could Philadelphia offer a better championship opportunity? Kurt and Jason discuss LeBron's future, Summer League storylines, Jalen Brunson's wrist surgery, and why the NBA's biggest story may still be unfolding. Plus: * Wimbledon semifinal storylines * World Cup discussion * Summer League buzz from Las Vegas * The evolving relationship between sports media and major leagues SportsWrap w/Jason Page delivers independent sports commentary, interviews, analysis, and conversations that go beyond the headlines. SportsWrap w/Jason Page airs across the United States & Canada on over 270 affiliates. Check your local listings for time and schedule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.