Kenny The Sports Guy Podcast

Was Graig Nettles one of the greatest third basemen to ever play… or just another name lost in the numbers? This episode of Kenny The Sports Guy Podcast dives deep into one of baseball’s most debated Hall of Fame snubs.

A 22-year MLB veteran, Nettles crushed 390 home runs, drove in over 1,300 RBIs, and anchored championship teams with the New York Yankees. He was a six-time All-Star, a two-time World Series champion, and one of the best defensive third basemen of his era.

So why isn’t he in Cooperstown?

We break down the real reasons:

• A .248 career batting average that never wowed voters
• Limited accolades compared to peers at a stacked position
• Playing in the shadow of legends like Mike Schmidt and Brooks Robinson
• And a Hall of Fame voting system that dropped him off the ballot in just four years

But here’s the twist—advanced stats tell a different story. Nettles posted around 68 WAR, one of the highest totals for any player NOT in the Hall of Fame . So did voters get it wrong?

This episode asks the tough question: Was Graig Nettles truly snubbed… or just not quite elite enough?

🔥 Tune in as Kenny breaks down the legacy, the numbers, and the controversy behind one of baseball’s biggest “what if” Hall of Fame cases.

In this debut episode of AEW Insight, we dive deep into the phenomenon known as “Freshly Squeezed” — the laid-back, sunglasses-wearing slacker who somehow became one of AEW’s biggest stars. From his “hands-in-pockets” offense to his mind games that frustrate opponents, Cassidy has redefined what it means to connect with a modern wrestling audience. All Elite Wrestling

But don’t get it twisted — behind the lazy kicks and chill demeanor is an elite in-ring performer. We explore how Cassidy’s “King of Sloth Style” persona disguises high-level wrestling ability and why fans (and even critics) can’t stop talking about him.

This episode also breaks down:

• Cassidy’s rise from indie standout to AEW mainstay
• His record-setting championship runs and consistency
• Why his character works in today’s wrestling landscape
• The psychology behind his gimmick — and why it’s genius

Is Orange Cassidy just a comedy act… or one of the smartest characters in wrestling today?

Tune in as Kenny gives you the real insight into one of AEW’s most polarizing — and beloved — stars.

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The dysfunction in New York Jets land has reached a breaking point—and on this episode, Kenny isn’t holding anything back.

From years of front-office instability to failed quarterback experiments, including the high-profile gamble on Aaron Rodgers, the Jets have become the blueprint for how not to build a contender. Kenny dives deep into the culture problem at the top, questioning whether owner Woody Johnson has what it takes to lead this franchise into relevance—or if it’s time for a complete ownership change.

Is this just another rough stretch, or a systemic issue that starts with ownership? What message does this send to loyal fans who’ve endured decades of disappointment? And most importantly—what would a sale of the team actually mean for the future of Gang Green?

🔥 Passionate. Unfiltered. Honest. This is more than a rant—it’s a reality check for one of the NFL’s most frustrated fanbases.

Tap in now and hear why Kenny says it’s time for a new era in New York.

On this episode of Kenny The Sports Guy Podcast, we dive deep into one of baseball’s most controversial and misunderstood stories—Roger Maris and his historic chase for 61 home runs.

Why was a man breaking one of the most legendary records in sports actually hated for it? Kenny breaks down the truth behind Maris’ 1961 season with the New York Yankees, the pressure of chasing Babe Ruth’s iconic record, and how fans, media, and even baseball itself turned against him.

From the infamous “asterisk” controversy to the nonstop comparisons with Mickey Mantle, this episode uncovers how Maris became one of the most unfairly treated athletes in sports history—despite accomplishing something truly legendary.

If you think breaking records earns respect, think again. This is the real story behind 61—and why Roger Maris paid the price for greatness.

On this episode of Kenny The Sports Guy Podcast, Kenny dives into one of baseball’s most debated legacies — the career of Sammy Sosa. Once one of the most electrifying sluggers in the game, Sosa captivated fans during the historic home run chase with Mark McGwire during the 1998 season, helping bring baseball back into the spotlight after the 1994–95 Major League Baseball strike.

But despite hitting 609 career home runs, winning the 1998 NL MVP, and becoming a global icon with the Chicago Cubs, Sosa still remains on the outside looking in when it comes to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.

Why hasn’t one of the most prolific power hitters in history been inducted? Kenny examines the numbers, the controversy surrounding baseball’s steroid era, and the complicated legacy that has kept Sosa out of Cooperstown. Is he a Hall of Famer who has been unfairly judged, or does the era he played in define how history remembers him?

Join Kenny as he breaks down The Hall of Famer That Wasn’t: Sammy Sosa. ⚾🎙️