The Swing

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  • Tune in every Monday at 7 to “The Swing” as Brandon Da Ponte and Jacob Goldbach hit the sweet spot between local, national, and global sports.

    They’ll discuss all of the important and relevant topics within the world of professional sport giving you a wide range of insights from acclaimed analysts across the industry. You’ll get your weekly dose of your favourite teams as they dive into the latest local sports talk when it comes to the teams broadcasted right here on Sauga 960. Plus, the boys will also help you out with your bets in Bets of the Week.

    It’s fast-paced, informative, entertaining, and you won’t want to miss it. So, let’s get into the swing of things.
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Episodes
  • The Swing - November 11, 2024 - NFL Week 10 Reactions w/Mitch Milani & Maple Leafs Early Season Check-In w/John Viveiros

    The Swing - November 11, 2024 - NFL Week 10 Reactions w/Mitch Milani & Maple Leafs Early Season Check-In w/John Viveiros
    Nov 12 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” After Alvin & the Chipmunks make an appearance, Brandon and Jacob share their thoughts about the LA Dodgers World Series Win.

    Then, our good buddy & Host of The Bottom Line View on YouTube, Mitch Milani joins the show to evaluate certain teams after their Week 10 performances. Mitch gives his take on Brady in the booth, who’s winning the AFC North, and the dumpsterfire that is the NY Jets and a whole lot more.

    As always, you get your “Bets of the Week.” After that, we move towards the ice as we welcome back a great friend of the show and Host of Hot Take Hockey on Youtube, John Viveiros. John hands out report cards to the Leafs roster and their new head coach. He also talks about their goalie situation, and their jekyll and hyde act against some of the NHL’s best & worst teams.

    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon and Jacob debate on whether the Chiefs deserved to go to 9-0 after a narrow win over Denver on Sunday.
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    59 mins
  • The Swing - October 28, 2024 - Raptors Season Preview w/Mike Luciano & LAD-NYY World Series Heads To The Bronx w/Joshua Diemert

    The Swing - October 28, 2024 - Raptors Season Preview w/Mike Luciano & LAD-NYY World Series Heads To The Bronx w/Joshua Diemert
    Oct 29 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Jacob is back from his major Europe trip and the guys get right back at it with a look at a Sports Equinox tonight. The guys also take a deeper dive and analyze some games from NFL Week 8.

    Then, we get a visit from our resident Raptors analyst, and Wrtiter at FanSided, Mike Luciano. Mike evaluates the big contracts given to Quickley, and Barnes over the summer and gives his realistic expectations for this season.


    As always, you get your “Bets of the Week.” After that, we get you set for Game 3 of the World Series between the Dodgers and Yankees in New York with Staff Writer at Pinstripe Alley on SB Nation, Joshua Diemert. Joshua explains what’s behind this 2-0 Dodgers series lead, and if Aaron Judge will turn it around.


    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon and Jacob wrap up the show by talking Leafs and some Ballon d’Or controversy.
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    53 mins
  • The Swing - October 7, 2024 - York United Playoff Bound w/Thomas Hewitt & Maple Leafs/NHL Season Preview w/Michael Mazzei

    The Swing - October 7, 2024 - York United Playoff Bound w/Thomas Hewitt & Maple Leafs/NHL Season Preview w/Michael Mazzei
    Oct 8 2024
    Catch up on what you missed on the latest episode of “The Swing.” Brandon begins the show talking about the Raps playing some pre-season ball in Montreal, the NHL Regular Season getting going in Czechia and of course, he dives into his outlook for the Maple Leafs. Brandon lets you know what your Brampton Steelheads have been up to in the past week and gives his thoughts on some big week 5 matchups in the NFL.

    Then, we talk footy as we welcome back, Wrtiter at canadiansoccerdaily.com & walkingthered.com, Thomas Hewitt. Thomas wraps up a crucial win for York over Atletico Ottawa yesterday. He also talks about how much 16-year-old Shola Jimoh, and Head Coach, Benjamin Mora have meant to the Nine Stripes.

    As always, you get your “Bets of the Week” with of course some MNF bets. After that, we get ready for the hockey season and get a preview from Writer at theleafsnation.com, Michael Mazzei. Michael shares his confidence in the Leafs after a head coaching change and some off-season moves. He also discusses Mitch Marner in a contract year, and how he sees the Western Conference shaping up.

    Lastly, in Overtime, Brandon recaps some more games from week 5 across the NFL including his Cowboys and their big road win in Pittsburgh.
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    56 mins

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