Geeks Who Like Sports

Ray vs Ray: Detroit Sports, NHL Draft Chaos, and Digital Mayhem

This week on a very special edition of Geeks Who Like Sports, it’s double the Rays and double the hot takes as Ray Stakenas of Who Would Win: Masters returns to join Ray Carsillo for a jam-packed ride through the sports and geek multiverse.The duo dives into:🏀 The Knicks–Pistons playoff battle🏈 Detroit Lions’ unsexy-but-genius NFL Draft picks⚾️ The Tigers’ surprising rise (and the Rockies’ rock-bottom existence)🏒 NHL Draft Lottery drama—and why Ray thinks it’s 100% rigged🎮 Game Pass gems, Nintendo Switch 2 takes, and the GTA 6 release shadow🚨 Plus: Shaduer Sanders, podcast plugs, and why nobody outside Long Island needed the Islanders to win anythingOh, and yes—there are passionate debates about wide receiver contracts, cartoon nostalgia, and if the Yankees are once again baseball’s final boss.It’s chaos, it’s catharsis, and it’s classic Geeks Who Like Sports.We Wanna Know What You Think! Click Here To Send Us A Text

Fortnite Beats Apple in Court, NHL & NBA Playoff Updates, & The Geeks Are Taking A Break

In this loaded edition of Geeks Who Like Sports, Ray and Lee break down everything from playoff upsets to platform wars. The Knicks stun the Celtics in Game 1, the Nuggets pull off a wild comeback, and the NBA is finally giving us some vintage Eastern Conference vibes. Over in the NHL, the Jets shock the Blues, Dallas survives Colorado, and the Oilers finally overcome the Kings—but Lee and Ray have strong thoughts about who actually looks like a Cup contender.Then it’s onto geekdom: Daredevil: Born Again is a massive win for Marvel, Xbox raises prices and puts Gears of War on PlayStation (?!), Fortnite beats Apple in court, and GTA VI gets delayed—but not before dropping one of the most jaw-dropping trailers of all time.Also: Ray has a new job, Lee’s hitting the road coaching, and the Geeks are taking a short hiatus—but don’t worry, they’ll be back in a few weeks with even more playoffs, power plays, and pop culture chaos. Until then: enjoy the games, enjoy May, and remember… unlimited power!We Wanna Know What You Think! Click Here To Send Us A Text

Shedeur Sanders Draft Experience, NBA & NHL Playoffs, and Nintendo's Price Play

In this episode of "Geeks Who Like Sports," hosts Ray and Lee dive into a wide range of topics spanning sports and geek culture. The show kicks off with an in-depth discussion of the NBA and NHL playoffs, highlighting the surprising parity in hockey compared to basketball. They analyze key matchups, team performances, and playoff predictions.Sports Section:The hosts dissect the NFL draft, focusing on the unexpected fall of Shedeur Sanders and the strategic moves by teams like the Giants and Eagles. They also touch on baseball, discussing the Chicago White Sox's controversial new jersey design and the historically poor start of the Colorado Rockies.Geeks Section:The conversation shifts to the geekier side with exciting Star Wars announcements, including a Darth Maul TV show and a Mandalorian film. They review the 20th anniversary re-release of "Revenge of the Sith" and discuss the Nintendo Switch 2's pricing strategy. The episode wraps up with Ray's review of "Assassin's Creed: Shadows" and a brief look at The Rock's upcoming biopic "The Smashing Machine."We Wanna Know What You Think! Click Here To Send Us A Text

WrestleMania 41 Recap w. New to Wrestling Podcast

WrestleMania 41 is in the books, and the Geeks Who Like Sports crew is here to break it all down—Vegas chaos, shocking finishes, awkward escalator runs, and all. Ray returns from Allegiant Stadium with a firsthand report, Lee’s got hot takes, and producer Xavier Cruz-Mercado hops on the mic to give his perspective as host of New to Wrestling and a longtime fan.From Jay Uso submitting Gunther to the rise of Io Sky and Dominik Mysterio’s pop, the guys cover every major moment of a weekend that felt more like a season premiere than the typical Mania payoff. Was Triple H playing 4D chess? Did Tiffany Stratton earn her spot while Charlotte mailed it in? And are we really okay with Travis Scott being the reason John Cena wins title #17?They also hit:The Raw after Mania reveals: Rusev’s return, JD McDonagh’s Return, and Becky turning on Lyra.The low-key brilliance of Bron Breaker and why he’s got “it.”WWE buying AAA and opening the forbidden door (the real one).And yes… Joe Hendry. That pop. That theme. That perfect three-minute Match It’s bold. It’s chaotic. It’s passionate. It’s Geeks Who Like Sports doing what they do best—geeking out and calling it like it is.🎧 Hit play, mark out, and remember: this ain’t the end—it’s just the beginning.Timestamps:0:00 – 0:18 – Intro: Lee and Ray summon the geeks and welcome Xavier Cruz-Mercado0:19 – 2:23 – Ray’s first-hand account of WrestleMania 41 in Vegas2:24 – 4:12 – Vegas chaos: crowd control, bad exits, closed restaurants4:13 – 5:30 – WrestleMania’s scale: more like the Super Bowl or Olympics now5:31 – 7:16 – East Coast vs. West Coast wrestling cities7:17 – 10:25 – Was this Mania the start of the season? Triple H’s “new philosophy”10:26 – 13:36 – Raw after Mania makes the weekend make more sense13:37 – 14:53 – Jay Uso submits Gunther: the new chapter begins14:54 – 16:51 – Gunther’s flaw revealed + what’s next for his character16:52 – 18:54 – New Day defeats War Raiders: fresh heel era for the tag division18:55 – 20:46 – Jade vs. Naomi: rising stars, great character work20:47 – 22:12 – Tiffany Stratton vs. Charlotte: the backstage tension shows22:13 – 25:34 – Fatu vs. LA Knight, and a surprise Rey Fenix match26:55 – 30:10 – Triple Threat main event: Seth, Punk, and Roman bring drama30:11 – 33:04 – CM Punk’s emotional moment, Seth & Heyman’s big twist33:05 – 35:32 – Io Sky retains: genius of the sky gets her due35:33 – 37:13 – Drew vs. Priest: surprise banger with real injuries37:14 – 40:52 – Intercontinental Fatal 4-Way: Dirty Dom’s redemption, Bron Breaker shines40:53 – 42:48 – Judgment Day character shifts, Finn on the outs?42:49 – 44:40 – Joe Hendry’s massive pop and a perfect 3-minute match44:41 – 47:15 – Logan Paul vs. AJ Styles: the fans are over it47:16 – 48:01 – Karrion Kross steps up in the aftermath48:02 – 50:13 – Becky’s return, Lyra’s story begins, short tag reign50:14 – 54:02 – Cena wins #17… but Travis Scott? And no Rock?!56:13 – 59:44 – Raw after Mania: Cena vs. Orton and new feuds take shape59:45 – 1:03:00 – Raw’s new faces: Rusev, JD McDonagh, and the NXT invasion1:03:01 – 1:06:00 – WWE buys AAA: the forbidden door officially kicked open1:06:01 – 1:07:17 – FiWe Wanna Know What You Think! Click Here To Send Us A Text

Ovechkin Breaks 895, Nintendo Switch 2 Backlash, and Ray Turns 40!

It’s a milestone moment as Ray hits the big 4-0, and what better way to celebrate than recording a brand new episode of Geeks Who Like Sports! From NHL legends to Nintendo drama, we’ve got a little bit of everything this week—including birthday shoutouts, playoff breakdowns, extinct wolves, and the price of Donkey Kong.🏒 Sports Highlights:Ovechkin Hits 895: The guys break down The Great 8’s historic goal-scoring record and what it means for hockey. Is he the greatest goal scorer ever? Where does this rank across sports records?NHL Playoff Preview: East or West—who’s coming out of the trenches? Lee and Ray assess the tight wildcard races, sleeper teams, and whether the President’s Trophy is a curse.NBA Regular Season Wrap-Up: With most playoff spots locked in, does the NBA’s expanded postseason actually matter? Is the edge gone from pro basketball?NFL Goes Digital: First downs tracked by millimeters? The guys discuss the NFL’s move to chip-tracked balls and what it means for the future.MLB Musings: The Athletics’ move to Sacramento kicks off a conversation about sports relocations, homegrown teams, and why Vegas loves its Golden Knights.🎮 Geeks Highlights:Switch 2 Reveal Meltdown: Nintendo fumbles its Switch 2 marketing—Ray vents, Lee calms the storm. Is $450 too much? And why the heck didn’t they call it the Super Nintendo Switch?Pricing vs. Value: The guys get real about inflation, game prices, and how parents can teach kids the value of earning games. (Pro tip: read 10 books to unlock Tears of the Kingdom.)Science Gets Weird: Dire wolves are back?! Ray and Lee nerd out over the real-world “de-extinction” of an ancient species and ponder what other creatures might return next.Marvel’s Thunderbolts & Beyond: With Thunderbolts marketing heating up, the guys discuss Marvel’s pivot toward Doom, the X-Men, and what’s next for Kang (if anything).Indie Movie Spotlight: Ray reviews The Luckiest Man in America, a character-driven retelling of the infamous Press Your Luck game show moment—big bucks, no whammies, and lots of heart.Timestamps:0:00 Intro4:30 Alexander Ovechkin's Goal Scoring Record9:04 Ovechkin and Crosby's Career Reflections12:40 Discussion on Ovechkin vs. Crosby16:55 Panthers' Injuries and Playoff Implications20:52 Western Conference Playoff Outlook24:40 Women's Championship Game Analysis28:27 Discussion on NBA's current state and future prospects32:51 Athletics in Sacramento36:14 Discussing Vegas sports loyalty39:54 Discussion on umpire accuracy and technology in sports43:02 Lee MJ Elias discusses his daughter's softball team and son's baseball experience47:00 Discussion on the dodo bird's potential return50:22 Ray Carsillo discusses Nintendo's marketing issues54:45 Discussion on gaming console pricing and inflation58:55 Discussion on Gaming Industry Pricing1:02:31 Movie Outing Costs1:06:00 Video Game Pricing Discussion1:10:11 Val Kilmer Tribute1:13:55 A man named Michael Larson's game show win1:18:03 Entertainment and Fairness in Sports1:22:04 Outro, Thanking audience and closing remarksWe Wanna Know What You Think! Click Here To Send Us A Text