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Episode 97. The Kids are All Right. Ft. John and Ella Franco (Former MLB Player, @ellafranco_)

A youth movement is breathing life into the Mets and former All Star closer John Franco and his daughter Ella stop by to talk about what makes the kids all right. What former teammates do Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing remind John of? Plus, what mental games did he play to strike out Barry Bonds? Also: Cole and Laura anoint a (new) NHL team of destiny. Cole wants the Rays to keep their tarps on. And hey, remember that time Laura almost got arrested in Cooperstown? (Wait...what?) Yell at us [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370541/fan_mail/new] Follow us on Twitter/X: https://x.com/FTLLTC [https://x.com/FTLLTC] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ftlltc_podcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== B] We have merch! Don't be that guy. Look cool and act smart while out with your friends with our 'Bar Etiquette' segment on a shirt [https://athletelogos.com/products/bar-etiquette-t-shirt?_pos=1&_psq=bar+et&_ss=e&_v=1.0&_su_rec=XThMy66HK8c5vWg7zcdcnVxpWG0gzt3wmZL7f56UO8Qo1RTLJ147WQm-B8zW43Z_zCCeIxTYkMaSWtJ7Enq798fanHWaKfVzG4e6YpHqLsS72Gk_yhFlGs-acpM0p6bcqyN_Oiu-0vn5i5TaYszdcvmNBpRGG5pviKWWNjGMLhdGnKbpccWicK_OnamND48TvNLaE6Se5AaqSN3TQk_22aFmyi2jmsIcmLFmLcFUfIKvfPxqr203IaiXMAfTD_oGaLDINkEhSzNyZO9PfY8pDA&_su_rec_id=39df060b-228b-46b1-a3a2-bc4e323bad7a-1779209874]!

Episode 96. Knicks Fever Ft. Ian Begley (SNY)

Are the Knicks...undeniable? SNY's Ian Begley is on to talk about the stunning turnaround that took a Knicks team that looked limp in Games 2 and 3 against the Hawks to a potential juggernaut. But is it enough to take them all the way? And will the long layoff hurt them? Also: The Sabres are on their last legs, Laura is over "Beer Twigs," and Cole wins a batting title. And: WE HAVE MERCH that lets everyone around you know that you have both exquisite taste and exquisite manners. Yell at us [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370541/fan_mail/new] Follow us on Twitter/X: https://x.com/FTLLTC [https://x.com/FTLLTC] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ftlltc_podcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== B] We have merch! Don't be that guy. Look cool and act smart while out with your friends with our 'Bar Etiquette' segment on a shirt [https://athletelogos.com/products/bar-etiquette-t-shirt?_pos=1&_psq=bar+et&_ss=e&_v=1.0&_su_rec=XThMy66HK8c5vWg7zcdcnVxpWG0gzt3wmZL7f56UO8Qo1RTLJ147WQm-B8zW43Z_zCCeIxTYkMaSWtJ7Enq798fanHWaKfVzG4e6YpHqLsS72Gk_yhFlGs-acpM0p6bcqyN_Oiu-0vn5i5TaYszdcvmNBpRGG5pviKWWNjGMLhdGnKbpccWicK_OnamND48TvNLaE6Se5AaqSN3TQk_22aFmyi2jmsIcmLFmLcFUfIKvfPxqr203IaiXMAfTD_oGaLDINkEhSzNyZO9PfY8pDA&_su_rec_id=39df060b-228b-46b1-a3a2-bc4e323bad7a-1779209874]!

Episode 95. Words on Birds Ft. Jeff Jones (Belleville News)

Are the Cardinals...good? Belleville News-Democrat beat writer Jeff Jones is on to chat about one of the best stories in baseball, and being too young to know you should lose. It's May the 4th! So it's time to geek out about Star Wars. The Avs played the Wild and it was a bloodbath, and the Knicks might have what it takes to go all the way. Also, we say goodbye to dear friend, icon, and all-around delight John Sterling. Gone but never forgotten. https://www.bnd.com/profile/239258018/ Yell at us [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370541/fan_mail/new] Follow us on Twitter/X: https://x.com/FTLLTC [https://x.com/FTLLTC] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ftlltc_podcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== B] We have merch! Don't be that guy. Look cool and act smart while out with your friends with our 'Bar Etiquette' segment on a shirt [https://athletelogos.com/products/bar-etiquette-t-shirt?_pos=1&_psq=bar+et&_ss=e&_v=1.0&_su_rec=XThMy66HK8c5vWg7zcdcnVxpWG0gzt3wmZL7f56UO8Qo1RTLJ147WQm-B8zW43Z_zCCeIxTYkMaSWtJ7Enq798fanHWaKfVzG4e6YpHqLsS72Gk_yhFlGs-acpM0p6bcqyN_Oiu-0vn5i5TaYszdcvmNBpRGG5pviKWWNjGMLhdGnKbpccWicK_OnamND48TvNLaE6Se5AaqSN3TQk_22aFmyi2jmsIcmLFmLcFUfIKvfPxqr203IaiXMAfTD_oGaLDINkEhSzNyZO9PfY8pDA&_su_rec_id=39df060b-228b-46b1-a3a2-bc4e323bad7a-1779209874]!

Episode 94. Coaches For Hire LLC Ft. Rob Bradford (Baseball Isn't Boring) and Stefen Rosner (NHL.com, The Elmonters substack)

Come for the sports, stay for the drama. Red Sox reporter Rob Bradford of Baseball Isn't Boring breaks down the messy Alex Cora firing (and the hilarious social media aftermath) and what that might have to do with the Phillies firing Rob Thomson. NHL.com's Stefen Rosner stops in to chat about the bonkers NHL playoffs, whether Sidney Crosby can will the Penguins to postseason magic, and what the heck happened with the Islanders Twitter trolls this past week. Remember, kids, coaching jobs are fleeting, but the internet is forever. Yell at us [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370541/fan_mail/new] Follow us on Twitter/X: https://x.com/FTLLTC [https://x.com/FTLLTC] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ftlltc_podcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== B] We have merch! Don't be that guy. Look cool and act smart while out with your friends with our 'Bar Etiquette' segment on a shirt [https://athletelogos.com/products/bar-etiquette-t-shirt?_pos=1&_psq=bar+et&_ss=e&_v=1.0&_su_rec=XThMy66HK8c5vWg7zcdcnVxpWG0gzt3wmZL7f56UO8Qo1RTLJ147WQm-B8zW43Z_zCCeIxTYkMaSWtJ7Enq798fanHWaKfVzG4e6YpHqLsS72Gk_yhFlGs-acpM0p6bcqyN_Oiu-0vn5i5TaYszdcvmNBpRGG5pviKWWNjGMLhdGnKbpccWicK_OnamND48TvNLaE6Se5AaqSN3TQk_22aFmyi2jmsIcmLFmLcFUfIKvfPxqr203IaiXMAfTD_oGaLDINkEhSzNyZO9PfY8pDA&_su_rec_id=39df060b-228b-46b1-a3a2-bc4e323bad7a-1779209874]!

Episode 93. Puck Luck Ft. Arthur Staple(Tri-State Hockey)

The Sabres stun, the Stars may win it all, and there is truly nothing like NHL hockey. Hockey writer and podcaster Arthur Staple is on to give us the rundown on the most magical part of the sports calendar. Does Connor McDavid jump ship if the Oilers fall again? Will Canada finally get its redemption? And why is there hope for the Islanders next year? Also: The Mets are in shambles and Laura breaks it down. Cole goes down memory lane with his PS1. Let's crank this one out of the park, shall we? Yell at us [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2370541/fan_mail/new] Follow us on Twitter/X: https://x.com/FTLLTC [https://x.com/FTLLTC] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ftlltc_podcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== B] We have merch! Don't be that guy. Look cool and act smart while out with your friends with our 'Bar Etiquette' segment on a shirt [https://athletelogos.com/products/bar-etiquette-t-shirt?_pos=1&_psq=bar+et&_ss=e&_v=1.0&_su_rec=XThMy66HK8c5vWg7zcdcnVxpWG0gzt3wmZL7f56UO8Qo1RTLJ147WQm-B8zW43Z_zCCeIxTYkMaSWtJ7Enq798fanHWaKfVzG4e6YpHqLsS72Gk_yhFlGs-acpM0p6bcqyN_Oiu-0vn5i5TaYszdcvmNBpRGG5pviKWWNjGMLhdGnKbpccWicK_OnamND48TvNLaE6Se5AaqSN3TQk_22aFmyi2jmsIcmLFmLcFUfIKvfPxqr203IaiXMAfTD_oGaLDINkEhSzNyZO9PfY8pDA&_su_rec_id=39df060b-228b-46b1-a3a2-bc4e323bad7a-1779209874]!