Larry Smith teams up with producer Tony Cordero and editor Josh Ewing for a packed hour:

• ⛳ British Open Preview: Scott Walker of the Edge Podcast joins us to dissect Rory McIlroy’s odds, the depth of this year’s field, and why the Open remains golf’s ultimate test. We also revisit Jean Van de Velde’s infamous 1999 finish and what it teaches us about links golf.

• 🏀 WNBA All‑Star Buzz: With Caitlin Clark’s groin injury in question and rookie sensations ready to shine, we break down the history and hype of this weekend’s festivities. Plus: A recap of the Sparks vs Mystics thriller and A’ja Wilson’s record‑setting sharpshooting.

• 🏀 NBA Summer League Watch: Terrence Shannon Jr. continues his breakout in Las Vegas—can he earn the minutes Minnesota needs? We also spotlight rookie point guard Rob Dillingham’s summer audition for the Timberwolves.

• 🦌 Indiana’s Mascot Makeover: The Hoosiers resurrect their Bison sideline icon for the first time since 1969—what it means for Bloomington’s football identity.

• 🏈 College Football Media Days: From Nick Saban whispers to Kirby Smart’s “fire, passion, energy” mantra at SEC Media Days, we pull out the biggest takeaways shaping 2025.

• ⚾ MLB All‑Star Game Recap: Truist Park went dark for Hank Aaron’s milestone tribute, then lit up again for Kyle Schwarber’s six‑swing, series‑winning homer swing‑off. Why this format still delivers when other leagues can’t.

• 🗣️ Producer Corner: Tony Cordero and Josh swap favorite All‑Star memories—from Bo Jackson’s cannon arm to Pete Rose’s classic collision.

• 😬 Moment of “Oh!”: We close with golf’s greatest collapse: Jean Van de Velde’s triple‑bogey finale at Carnoustie in 1999.

Tags:
2025 British Open • Scott Walker Edge Podcast • Rory McIlroy odds • Jean Van de Velde collapse • WNBA All‑Star 2025 • Caitlin Clark injury • A’ja Wilson • NBA Summer League • Terrence Shannon Jr. • Rob Dillingham • Indiana Bison mascot • SEC Media Days • Kirby Smart quotes • Nick Saban rumors • MLB All‑Star game • Kyle Schwarber swing‑off • Hank Aaron tribute • SportsIQ Podcast

Larry Smith breaks down a whirlwind of sports headlines and exclusive interviews:

• ⚾️ MLB All‑Star Break Preview

  • Tonight’s midsummer classic at Truist Park in Cumberland, Georgia

  • Cal Raleigh makes history as the first catcher to win the Home Run Derby, with family pitching and catching

• ⚾️ Rays Ownership Shakeup

  • Tampa Bay Rays reported for sale at a $1.7 billion price tag

  • Future of Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg vs. potential move to Tampa

• 🏀 WNBA Expansion News

  • Return of the Portland Fire as the next expansion franchise (2000–2002 revival)

  • Star guard Rhyne Howard sidelined for July after knee injury

  • A’ja Wilson invests in Boston’s NWSL expansion team

• 🎾 Wimbledon Moment of Awe

  • Iga Świątek’s dominant 6–0, 6–0 victory in the women’s final

  • Only the second “double bagel” in Wimbledon women’s final history

• 🏈 SEC Media Days Recap

  • Key takeaways from Greg Sankey on playoff expansion, new era of NIL and the House settlement

  • Inside look at commissioner collaboration with Big 10’s Tony Petitti

• 🏈 College Football Outlook with Andrew Monaco

  • Evaluating Texas A &M’s culture reset under Mike Elko

  • Returning starters, quarterback Marcel Reed’s leadership, and offseason roster retention

• 🏀 NBA Summer League & Al Horford Update

  • Victor Wembanyama cleared for 2025–26 season after blood‑clot scare

  • Standout performances by Drew Timme, Tre Johnson, Terrence Shannon Jr.

  • 39‑year‑old Al Horford weighing retirement vs. potential roles with Lakers or Warriors

Tags:
MLB All‑Star Game • Cal Raleigh • Tampa Bay Rays sale • WNBA expansion • Portland Fire • Rhyne Howard injury • A’ja Wilson • Wimbledon double bagel • Iga Świątek • SEC Media Days • Greg Sankey • NIL regulations • College Football Playoff • Texas A &M Aggies • Mike Elko • Marcel Reed • NBA Summer League • Victor Wembanyama • Al Horford retirement

On today’s Sports IQ with Larry Smith, we dive into a jam-packed weekend in sports:

🎾 Wimbledon Recap & American Talent
Tennis journalist Amy Lundy joins us to break down the new champions at SW19, the rise of the “new two,” and why a surge of American men—including Ben Shelton and Francis Tiafoe—is finally poised to break through.

⚾ MLB Draft Surprises
The Nationals shock with 17-year-old shortstop Eli Willetts at No. 1, while the Mariners trade up to claim LSU lefty Cade Anderson and shell out an $8.8 million bonus. We look at what these picks mean for Washington and Seattle’s futures.

⛳ Moment of Awe: Joe Pavelski
Just one year into retirement, former NHL star Joe Pavelski sinks a walk-off eagle on 18 at Tahoe to win the American Century Championship. Drama you couldn’t script—our breakdown of the shot that stunned the celebrity field.

🏀 WNBA Rising: Mystics’ Rookie Revolution
Kareem Copeland of The Washington Post explores how Sidney Johnson’s “draft and develop” approach has DC’s youngest roster exceeding all expectations, led by standout rookies Sonja Citron and Shakira Austin.

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