Simply Sports

College Football Playoff Overhaul and NBC’s MLB Ambitions

In today's episode, we delve into the College Football Playoff Management Committee's decision to revamp seeding and bye policies for the 2025-26 season, aiming for a fairer playoff system. We also explore NBCUniversal's strategic bid for ESPN's Major League Baseball rights, potentially reshaping sports broadcasting. Plus, the NFL's groundbreaking decision to allow players in Olympic flag football and the continuation of the 'tush push' play. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/what-the-new-college-football-playoff-seeding-format-means-for-nebraska-big-ten-conference-cornhuskers-cfphttps://www.fox4news.com/news/college-football-playoff-changes-2025-26-seasonhttps://www.si.com/college-football/college-football-playoff-unanimously-votes-to-move-to-straight-seeding-for-2025https://www.dawgnation.com/football/around-the-dawghouse/georgia-knows-better-than-anybody-why-college-football-playoff-seeding-rules-needed-be-changed/OZ6IXWAEKNFEBJSCAUWP5FESTE/https://san.com/cc/college-football-playoffs-new-seeding-rules-who-will-benefit-most/https://awfulannouncing.com/nbc/rights-espn-sunday-night-baseball-nbcuniversal-peacock.htmlhttps://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2025/05/nbc-makes-offer-for-broadcasts-currently-carried-by-espn.htmlhttps://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2025/05/22/report-nbcuniversal-bids-for-espns-mlb-package-at-reduced-rate/https://www.newscaststudio.com/2025/05/22/nbc-sports-mlb-rights-espn/https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2025-nfl-owners-meetings-takeaways-key-things-to-know-after-tush-push-upheld-olympics-embraced-more/https://onpattison.com/news/2025/may/22/philadelphia-eagles-news-tush-push-ban-jeffrey-lurie-green-bay-packers/https://www.purpleinsider.football/p/nfl-owners-rejected-the-one-rulehttps://www.altoonamirror.com/sports/2025/05/proposal-to-ban-tush-push-fails-at-nfl-owners-meetings/https://www.vikings.com/news/nfl-owners-meeting-tush-push-playoff-seedinghttps://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2025-nfl-owners-meetings-takeaways-key-things-to-know-after-tush-push-upheld-olympics-embraced-more/https://www.altoonamirror.com/sports/2025/05/proposal-to-ban-tush-push-fails-at-nfl-owners-meetings/https://www.vikings.com/news/nfl-owners-meeting-tush-push-playoff-seedinghttps://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/2025-nfl-week-1-odds-divisional-drama-highlights-opening-weekhttps://spectrumnews1.com/wi/milwaukee/news/2025/05/21/nfl--tush-push-ban--vote

SEC Baseball Tournament Revamp and Record-Breaking Subway Series

Dive into the 2025 SEC Baseball Tournament's new single elimination format and its thrilling matches. Explore FOX Sports' extensive coverage plans for the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup, and discover the record-breaking viewership of the Mets vs. Yankees Subway Series game. Join us for these exciting sports updates and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.ncaa.com/news/baseball/article/2025-05-21/2025-sec-baseball-tournament-bracket-schedule-scoreshttps://bleacherreport.com/articles/25198290-sec-baseball-tournament-2025-tuesday-scores-updated-bracket-and-schedulehttps://www.secsports.com/news/2025/05/game-4-of-sec-baseball-tournament-postponedhttps://www.si.com/college/alabama/baseball/2025-sec-baseball-tournament-brackethttps://www.secsports.com/championships/baseball-championshiphttps://www.goal.com/en-us/news/where-to-watch-concacaf-gold-cup-stream-online/bltf46b87fd5f325be1https://www.concacaf.com/en/gold-cup/news/2025-concacaf-gold-cup-preliminary-rosters-announced/https://www.foxsports.com/scores/soccer/popular?date=2025-05-20&groupId=0https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/ac-milan-and-usmnt-star-christian-pulisic-reportedly-out-for-2025-gold-cup-due-to-fitness-concerns/blt1dbe778dcd597b7ahttps://onefootball.com/de/news/2025-concacaf-gold-cup-preliminary-rosters-announced-41134268https://frontofficesports.com/mlbs-strong-attendance-viewership-due-in-part-to-rivalry-weekend/https://awfulannouncing.com/ratings/subway-series-espn-biggest-snb-audience-2018.htmlhttps://www.espn.com/mlb/recap/_/gameId/401695596http://www.thefutoncritic.com/ratings/2025/05/20/most-watched-edition-of-espn-sunday-night-baseball-in-seven-years-687013/20250520espn02/https://motorcyclesports.net/juan-sotos-tumultuous-return-to-yankee-stadium-leaves-mets-fans-questioning-his-765-million-price-tag-amid-subway-series-drama/

Stanford vs. Northwestern in NCAA Golf Showdown; Verstappen Triumphs in Imola

In today's episode, we dive into the thrilling NCAA Women's Golf Championship as Stanford and Northwestern prepare for an epic final. We also cover Max Verstappen's impressive victory at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, highlighting key moments and implications for the Formula 1 season. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://theacc.com/news/2025/5/21/stanford-advances-to-match-play-final-at-ncaa-womens-golf-championship.aspxhttps://www.nbcsports.com/golf/news/stanford-vs-northwestern-ncaa-womens-national-championshiphttps://www.ncaa.com/news/golf-women/article/2025-05-19/stanford-leads-15-strokes-after-three-rounds-2025-ncaa-di-womens-golf-championshiphttps://www.ncaa.com/news/golf-women/article/2025-05-18/stanford-moves-lead-after-two-rounds-2025-ncaa-division-i-womens-golf-championshipshttps://www.ncaa.com/news/golf-women/article/2025-05-07/2025-ncaa-di-womens-golf-championship-schedule-how-watch-qualifiershttps://www.the-race.com/formula-1/winners-losers-f1-2025-emilia-romagna-grand-prix-imola/https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/highlights-relive-verstappens-breathtaking-first-lap-overtake-on-piastri-en.6DJ0B5szZuxfWtIcqY1my7https://www.formula1.com/en/video/2025-emilia-romagna-grand-prix-verstappen-crosses-the-line-to-take-his-second-victory-of-the-season.1832472451927175979https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdJ1uZG8aeEhttps://www.the-race.com/formula-1/imola-f1-2025-results-emilia-romagna-gp/

Pistons’ Playoff Comeback, Verstappen’s Imola Triumph, and Premier League’s New Transfer Strategy

In today's episode, we explore the Detroit Pistons' remarkable turnaround as they secure a playoff spot in the 2024-2025 NBA season. We also dive into Max Verstappen's impressive victory at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, solidifying his dominance in Formula 1. Plus, we discuss the Premier League's innovative dual-window transfer schedule for 2025, designed to accommodate international competitions. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.si.com/nba/pistons/news/2-details-stood-out-in-tom-gores-letter-detroit-pistons-fans-01jvn1pnqgcahttps://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/2025-nba-playoff-bracket-schedule-scores-results-thunder-eliminate-nuggets-to-set-postseasons-final-four/https://www.yardbarker.com/nba/articles/2_details_stood_out_in_tom_gores_letter_to_detroit_pistons_fans/s1_16979_42216655https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25197413-2025-nba-playoffs-eastern-and-western-conference-finals-bold-predictionshttp://www.playoffstatus.com/nba/nbaplayoffschedule.htmlhttps://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/the-winners-and-losers-from-f1s-2025-imola-gp/10724245/https://www.the-race.com/formula-1/winners-losers-f1-2025-emilia-romagna-grand-prix-imola/https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/highlights-relive-verstappens-breathtaking-first-lap-overtake-on-piastri-en.6DJ0B5szZuxfWtIcqY1my7https://www.formula1.com/en/video/2025-emilia-romagna-grand-prix-verstappen-crosses-the-line-to-take-his-second-victory-of-the-season.1832472451927175979https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/f1-imola-gp-max-verstappen-red-bull-outfox-mclaren-victory/10724095/https://www.football365.com/news/every-premier-league-transfer-release-completed-summer-2025https://www.nbcsports.com/soccer/news/2025-premier-league-summer-transfer-window-how-does-it-work-dates-rules-top-players-availablehttps://bleacherreport.com/articles/25193836-ideal-2025-summer-transfer-windows-premier-leagues-biggest-spendershttps://www.skysports.com/transfer/news/12691/13336561/summer-transfer-window-2025-dates-when-does-it-open-and-close-deadline-day-and-club-world-cup-window-for-premier-leaguehttps://www.premierleague.com/transfers

Angels Sweep Dodgers, Yankees Dominate Mets, Verstappen Triumphs at Imola

In today's episode, the Los Angeles Angels achieve a historic sweep against the Dodgers, while Cody Bellinger's grand slam leads the Yankees to victory over the Mets. Plus, Max Verstappen secures a thrilling win at the Imola Grand Prix, intensifying the Formula 1 championship race. Join us for in-depth coverage and analysis of these exciting sports events.Sources:https://www.latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2025-05-18/tony-gonsolin-bloody-hand-angels-sweep-dodgershttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XJkz8DP8fAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4X5WBCvC1khttps://www.mlb.com/stories/game/777866https://www.espn.com/mlb/recap/_/gameId/401695604https://www.mlb.com/yankees/video/cody-bellinger-hits-a-grand-slam-7-to-right-center-field-jorbit-vivas-scohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kg-lCKjMaGghttps://www.mlb.com/video/cody-bellinger-hits-clutch-grand-slam-drives-in-sixhttps://www.mlb.com/video/cody-bellinger-hits-a-grand-slam-7-to-right-center-field-jorbit-vivas-scohttps://www.cbssports.com/mlb/gametracker/recap/MLB_20250518_NYM@NYY/https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/highlights-relive-verstappens-breathtaking-first-lap-overtake-on-piastri-en.6DJ0B5szZuxfWtIcqY1my7https://www.the-race.com/formula-1/imola-f1-2025-results-emilia-romagna-gp/https://www.espn.com/f1/story/_/id/45205399/emilia-romagna-grand-prix-follow-live-f1-updateshttps://www.formula1.com/en/video/2025-emilia-romagna-grand-prix-verstappen-crosses-the-line-to-take-his-second-victory-of-the-season.1832472451927175979https://www.espn.com/f1/story/_/id/45144998/max-verstappen-holds-mclarens-win-imola

NBA Playoffs Drama: Injuries Shake Up Nuggets and Celtics, NFL 2025 Schedule Highlights

In today's episode, we delve into the NBA playoffs as the Denver Nuggets face uncertainty with Aaron Gordon's hamstring injury ahead of Game 7, while the Boston Celtics' Jaylen Brown played through a meniscus tear. We also explore the NFL's 2025 schedule announcement, featuring a thrilling season opener between the Eagles and Cowboys and a historic game in Brazil. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/45183912/nuggets-aaron-gordon-hamstring-doubt-game-7https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YeEtMfuU5EUhttps://www.si.com/nba/nuggets-receive-disappointing-aaron-gordon-injury-news-game-7-thunderhttps://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/45196710/sources-celtics-jaylen-brown-partial-meniscus-tearhttps://bleacherreport.com/articles/25197195-celtics-jaylen-brown-reportedly-played-through-torn-meniscus-knee-injury-playoffshttps://www.nbcsports.com/nba/news/report-jaylen-brown-played-through-partially-torn-meniscus-in-playoffshttps://bleacherreport.com/articles/25197195-celtics-jaylen-brown-reportedly-played-through-meniscus-tear-knee-injury-playoffshttps://www.hoopsrumors.com/2025/05/jaylen-brown-may-need-surgery-for-partially-torn-meniscus.htmlhttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/page/nflschedulerelease-45025218/2025-nfl-schedule-release-bold-predictions-takeaways-revenge-games-all-32-teamshttps://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/philadelphia-eagles-2025-nfl-schedule-releasehttps://www.nfl.com/news/2025-nfl-schedule-release-complete-slate-of-week-1-gameshttps://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/2025-nfl-schedule-release-latest-updates-leaks-when-does-full-schedule-come-outhttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45110559/eagles-host-cowboys-2025-nfl-season-openerhttps://www.nfl.com/news/2025-nfl-schedule-release-chiefs-chargers-week-1-sao-paulo-brazil-youtubehttps://www.nfl.com/news/youtube-to-stream-2025-week-1-nfl-regular-season-game-in-brazil-to-worldwide-audience-for-freehttps://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/2025-nfl-international-games-schedule-matchups-announced-london-brazil-morehttps://operations.nfl.com/updates/the-game/nfl-announces-schedule-for-2025-international-games/https://arrowheadaddict.com/our-chiefs-2025-game-by-game-picks-include-three-big-surprises-01jth3a5105f

Historic Sports Weekend: Knicks’ Milestone, Arsenal’s Triumph, and Climbing World Cup in Brazil

Join us as we dive into a thrilling weekend of sports, featuring the New York Knicks' return to the Eastern Conference finals, Arsenal's pivotal Premier League victory, and the groundbreaking IFSC Climbing World Cup in Brazil. Plus, Sha'Carri Richardson kicks off her 2025 season in Tokyo, setting the stage for an exciting year ahead. Tune in for all the highlights and insights on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.ifsc-climbing.org/events/ifsc-world-cup-curitiba-2025/news/top-scores-and-tight-margins-mark-boulder-qualifications-in-curitibahttps://www.si.com/onsi/adventure/latest-news/usa-climbing-sends-ten-elite-athletes-to-ifsc-world-cup-curitiba-2025https://www.yardbarker.com/general_sports/articles/familiar_faces_prevail_in_qualifications_at_ifsc_world_cup_curitiba/s1_17436_42204529https://www.olympics.com/en/news/2025-ifsc-world-cup-sport-climbing-curitiba-previewhttps://www.instagram.com/swissclimbingteam/p/DJoJNhbomqm/https://www.olympics.com/en/news/athletics-golden-grand-prix-shacarri-richardson-schedule-how-to-watchhttps://www.flotrack.org/articles/14208528-shacarri-richardson-opens-season-at-tokyo-golden-grand-prix-full-entrieshttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DJo1okDNhG9/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99OHOrNib1Yhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2szT1bIoFks

Ohtani’s Heroics and Bochy’s Milestone: A Night to Remember in Baseball

Shohei Ohtani dazzles with two home runs on his bobblehead night, leading the Dodgers to a resounding victory. Meanwhile, Bruce Bochy makes history by surpassing Sparky Anderson on the all-time MLB wins list. Plus, OutKick's impressive growth highlights its rising influence in sports media. Tune in for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.mlb.com/news/shohei-ohtani-has-multihomer-bobblehead-night-for-dodgershttps://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2025/05/16/baseball/mlb/ohtani-dodgers-rout-athletics/https://www.mlb.com/video/shohei-ohtani-homers-15-on-a-line-drive-to-center-field-hyeseong-kim-scorhttps://www.wsls.com/sports/2025/05/16/ohtani-homers-twice-and-drives-in-6-runs-on-his-bobblehead-night-in-dodgers-19-2-rout-of-athletics/https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2025/05/abb22b0cd6ec-baseball-ohtani-homers-twice-drives-in-6-as-dodgers-rout-as.htmlhttp://www.morningsun.net/stories/hurricanes-eliminate-capitals-with-3-1-game-5-win,200220https://www.greenwichtime.com/sports/article/jacob-degrom-and-rangers-get-1-0-win-on-jake-20330239.phphttps://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/mlb/news/houston-astros-vs-texas-rangers-jacob-degrom-celebrates-debut-anniversary-with-8-shutout-innings-masterclass-in-tense-1-0-showdown/articleshow/121199986.cmshttps://www.lmtonline.com/sports/article/rockies-fall-8-3-to-rangers-and-become-1st-team-20328245.phphttps://ground.news/article/bruce-bochy-passes-sparky-anderson-with-2-195th-career-win-for-6th-among-all-time-mlb-managershttps://www.streetinsider.com/Press+Releases?before_id=24806251https://www.outkick.com/sports/auston-matthews-called-out-leafs-fans-panthers-blowout-losshttps://www.outkick.com/analysis/disney-somehow-found-way-make-snow-white-flop-againhttps://aijourn.com/signalrank-marks-two-year-milestone-with-strong-performance-announces-v4-of-investment-selection-model/https://www.outkick.com/sports/nfl-puts-brakes-dei-accelerator-program-after-obvious-failings

Timberwolves Triumph, Ryan Fox’s PGA Quest, and High School Volleyball Streak

The Minnesota Timberwolves advance to the Western Conference Finals after a decisive victory over the Golden State Warriors. Auckland golfer Ryan Fox gears up for the PGA Championship following a thrilling win at Myrtle Beach. Plus, the Needham Rockets boys volleyball team continues their impressive winning streak. Tune in for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/2025-nba-playoffs-schedule-games-today-times-complete-bracket-for-second-round-series/https://www.espn.com/nba/recap/_/gameId/401769987https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/2025-nba-playoff-bracket-schedule-scores-results-timberwolves-knock-out-warriors-to-head-back-to-wcf/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0iVat9zAv4https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/44610574/nba-playoffs-2025-postseason-news-scores-highlightshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJZDz2kYXdohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=su-_epXPHiwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjw_-99tmyIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ifnso_OwMIhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97RqZDOJpaQhttps://www.pgatour.com/article/news/latest/2025/05/13/tee-times-announced-2025-pga-championship-quail-hollow-charlotte-rounds-1-2-rory-mcilroy-scottie-scheffler-xander-schauffelehttps://www.europeantour.com/dpworld-tour/news/articles/detail/ryan-fox-us-pga-championship-pga-tour-myrtle-beach-classic-sepp-straka-truist-championship/https://www.pgatour.com/article/news/betting-profile/2025/pga-championship/ryan-fox-pga-tour-betting-stats-pga-championship-2025https://www.pgachampionship.com/players?00000187-fc5b-d23f-a5bf-fedfeae20003-p=1https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/golf/pga-championship-ryan-fox-riding-unusual-preparation-into-major-after-maiden-pga-tour-win/NPVWTLN2BJB7JATKRCYBJYHQXQ/https://www.needhamchannel.org/2025/05/volleyball-cruises-past-braintree-for-eighth-straight-win/https://www.instagram.com/p/DJiKqzBs1Yg/https://www.instagram.com/p/DJiJ5h4AgRq/https://www.si.com/high-school/stats/massachusetts/boys-volleyball/games/5319853-brookline-vs-needhamhttps://winchesternews.org/20250509_winchester-boys-baseball-rattles-off-four-straight-wins-to-build-up-momentum-for-upcoming-playoffs/

NBC’s NBA Comeback and Remembering Larry Miller

NBC secures a groundbreaking 11-year deal to return to NBA broadcasting, promising an immersive viewing experience with new features and the addition of Michael Jordan as a special contributor. Meanwhile, the sports world mourns the loss of Larry Miller, a legendary figure in college basketball and a two-time ACC Player of the Year for North Carolina. Join us as we explore these major developments in sports broadcasting and pay tribute to Miller's enduring legacy.Sources:https://www.9news.com/article/entertainment/television/nbc-fall-tv-schedule/73-cd58543f-f679-434f-a3b2-8bec39ad23efhttps://www.nbcuniversal.com/article/nbc-unveils-its-2025-fall-schedulehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7_41PS4GKAhttps://tribune.com.pk/story/2545613/michael-jordan-joins-nbcs-coverage-of-nba-2025-26-seasonhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_yBnYcYc9ghttp://mediaconfidential.blogspot.com/2025/05/nbcu-has-big-plans-for-return-of-nba.htmlhttps://www.adweek.com/convergent-tv/nbcuniversal-nba-on-nbc-peacock/https://solzyatthemovies.com/2025/05/13/espn-streaming-service/https://www.nbcsports.com/soccer/news/goodison-park-final-game-watch-live-details-history-stats-records-future-as-everton-say-goodbyehttps://www.profootballnetwork.com/history-nfl-international-series/https://www.on3.com/college/north-carolina-tar-heels/news/north-carolina-legend-larry-miller-dies-at-age-79/https://247sports.com/college/north-carolina/article/carolina-announces-death-of-basketball-legend-larry-miller-249871413/https://www.nbcsports.com/mens-college-basketball/news/larry-miller-star-on-north-carolinas-acc-championship-teams-in-1967-68-dies-at-age-79