THE HERD - Hour 2 - Yankees vs Giants preview, latest on Rams WR Puka Nacua

Colin tells us why LeBron James should stick around and stay with the Lakers next season and explains why the Dodgers have overtaken the Yankees as the biggest brand in baseball. Plus Colin makes the case for Billy Donovan to replace Hubert Davis at UNCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Series Champ Nick Swisher stops by The Herd ahead of the Yankees and Giants on Opening Night He gives his thoughts on the latest drama involving Rams WR Puka NacuaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin talks to Tom Pelissero from the NFL Network about Alabama QB Ty Simpson, when NFL teams decide to gamble on draft picks, what the Steelers need, and more Colin discusses why it's bad QB Ty Simpson is holding a private workout for the New York Jets    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin told us why LeBron should stick around and stay with the Lakers next season and explained why the Dodgers have overtaken the Yankees as the biggest brand in baseball Plus Colin made the case for Billy Donovan to replace Hubert Davis at UNC World Series Champ Nick Swisher joined us ahead of Yankees and Giants on Opening NightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd is joined by World Series Champion David Ross on the latest episode of the podcast. David Ross announces his new podcast The Lovable Reunion .To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Chicago Cubs’ legendary 2016 World Series win, Anthony Rizzo and David Ross are teaming up to take fans where they’ve never been before, inside the clubhouse. Coming to The Volume March 31st, Rizzo and Ross are hosting The Lovable Reunion revisit the unforgettable moments, personalities, and team chemistry that made history. Colin asks David about the 2016 Cubs team including Game 7 vs Indians. They hit Kyle Tucker leaving the Cubs for the Dodgers, MLB players in big markets and the outlook for the 2026 Cubs. David was the bullpen coach for Team USA at the World Baseball Classic and shares stories about the team. Follow @LovableReunion on all social media & Subscribe on YouTube American Beverage Association Sponsored; Learn more at https://WeDeliverForAmerica.orgCHAPTERS00:00 New Cubs Podcast06:07 Cubs Curse10:53 Joe Maddon13:52 Cubs stories, 2016 World Series21:46 Kyle Tucker26:42 Team USA30:50 MLB Markets37:16 Cubs Championship45:05 2026 Cubs (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) Follow Colin and The Volume on Twitter for the latest content and updates!  #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John answers all of your questions from around the NFL. Are the Vikings positioned to make a leap? After watching Tom Brady play flag football, do you think he could still play in the NFL, and who is the best team in the NFC East? John dives into all that and more!  Follow John on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for the latest.  All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #Volume  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet.   Nick Wright discusses whether or not the crown for best player in the world is up for grabs between Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama, Luka Doncic, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Then, Nick discusses the Los Angeles Lakers' latest loss to the Detroit Pistons, and LeBron James being held scoreless in the first half. After, Nick reveals his NBA playoff wish list for dream matchups, his thoughts on March Madness, and whether or not NFL players should play flag football in the 2028 Olympics. Later, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring is in the air and that means Opening Day of the 2026 Major League Baseball season is finally here! Betting expert Chad Millman and professional sports bettor Simon Hunter return to talk all things betting for across MLB, welcoming Payoff Pitch podcast host Sean Zerillo back to the show! Together Chad and Simon talk to their favorite baseball analytics guru about Shohei Ohtani and the juggernaut Los Angeles Dodgers, and whether anyone in the National League can stop them from winning another World Series. We also hear about the mysterious changes to the baseballs themselves across Major League Baseball, and the impact that has on gamblers, fans and teams alike. Plus, we get futures bets from Zerillo for all those looking for action across the entire season, including player milestones, Manager of the Year, Rookie of the Year, pitcher win totals, and much more. Is New York Yankees star Aaron Judge's home run total fraudulent? Are the Pittsburgh Pirates more to blame than the Dodgers for the current state of baseball? And what are the best bets for Opening Day this Thursday? All these questions answered, plus all the baseball picks and predictions you desire on today's episode! #Volume 0:03:00 - START 0:08:12 - THE AI REVOLUTION IN BASEBALL BETTING 0:15:30 - LOS ANGELES DODGERS SEASON PREVIEW 0:24:40 - NATIONAL LEAGUE BETTING PREVIEW 0:26:00 - MLB MANAGER OF THE YEAR BEST BET 0:32:07 - MYSTERIOUS BASEBALL CONTROVERSY 0:39:30 - MLB FUTURES BEST BETS 0:50:47 - BEST BETS FOR MLB OPENING DAY -- All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet Subscribe to Sharp or Square for gambling advice, best bets, and predictions from sports betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter. Follow on all platforms: https://www.instagram.com/sharporsquare/ https://x.com/SharporSquare_See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin Cowherd explains why people need to give presumptive first overall pick Fernando Mendoza more respect as we enter smokescreen season in the NFL Draft, his thoughts on what the Lakers loss to the Pistons last night means as the NBA season enters it's final stretch, why there are probably many good reasons why George Pickens won't get the same money as Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin is joined by host of FS1's First Things First Nick Wright to talk about the Lakers loss against the Pistons, what we can draw from their 9 game win streak that was snapped last night, the NBA MVP race, and more! Plus, thoughts on whether or not Kansas' Darryn Peterson should get consideration as the first overall pick in the NBA Draft!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.