NBC Gets Baseball Back, Remembering Randy Jones, and Joe Theismann's Gruesome Anniversary - The Sports Lunatics Show

Photo: Joe Theismann/November 1985/AP Photo

This week’s episode of The Sports Lunatics Show is a true grab bag of sports history, nostalgia, and debate. Shawn and Howie take listeners on a whirlwind journey across decades, leagues, and unforgettable moments.

Remembering Randy Jones

The show opens with a heartfelt discussion on the passing of Randy Jones, the first great pitcher in San Diego Padres history. Jones captured the 1976 Cy Young Award, winning 22 games, completing 25 of his 40 starts, and leading the majors with 315.1 innings pitched. But was his 1975 season even better? Howie makes the case in a fascinating breakdown of Jones’ dominance.

Baseball’s Media Shake-Up

Major League Baseball has struck a new deal with ESPN, Netflix, and NBC, bringing fresh energy to the sport’s broadcast future. Shawn and Howie reminisce about the golden era of the NBC Game of the Week, recalling legends like Curt Gowdy, Joe Garagiola, Tony Kubek, and the incomparable Vin Scully.

Theismann’s Gruesome Anniversary

November 1985 marked one of the most infamous moments in NFL history. Lawrence Taylor’s tackle on Joe Theismann during Monday Night Football left fans stunned as Theismann’s tibia and fibula snapped in a horrific injury. The Lunatics revisit the impact of that night and how it changed the game.

Should Ovechkin’s #8 Be Retired League-Wide?

The debate heats up as Shawn and Howie tackle whether Alex Ovechkin’s iconic #8 deserves to be retired across the NHL. Is Ovi’s legacy on par with Gretzky’s #99? The conversation is spirited, thought-provoking, and sure to spark fan debate.

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