4/10/2026: Joe Hurlburt, Cory Provus, Jake Sokoll, and Bergan Kinnebrew

·1 hr 30 min·5 clips

Denver and Michigan battle in double overtime, while UND's perfect postseason ends on a terrible giveaway.

The episode opens with a rapid recap of the NCAA Frozen Four hockey semifinals, highlighting Denver's double-overtime win over Michigan and Wisconsin's victory over UND, ending UND's postseason shutout streak. Dom Izzo then introduces the guest lineup for the day. First, Joe Hurlburt discusses his transfer to The Citadel for his final collegiate basketball season, revealing he played through a torn labrum at Davidson and got surgery mid-season, and explaining that as a grad transfer he won't have military obligations. Next, Corey Provus, the Twins TV voice, joins from Toronto to analyze the team's four-game sweep of Detroit, noting Brooks Lee's clutch hit and Taj Bradley's strong pitching, and detailing the scary collision between Tigers outfielders Riley Green and Parker Meadows. He also discusses the innovative lineup introduction on Twins TV. In the second hour, Jake Sokol, a defensive end from Montemidai, Minnesota, talks about committing to NDSU's 2027 class, emphasizing the program's culture and his love for contact, while revealing he's an AP pottery student. Finally, Bergen Kinnebrew explains her transfer from U Mary to UNLV for her final basketball season, describing the overwhelming portal process where her phone blew up with offers from schools like Iowa State and Purdue, and her excitement to play against top programs. Throughout, Izzo interjects with updates on the Masters, NHL scheduling conflicts with the Frozen Four, and local sports news.

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A loose sports roundup lands best when it slows down and argues for patience after a frightening collision.

Hot Mike with Dom Izzo starts with the late-night Frozen Four semifinal between Denver and Michigan, with Clark Caswell's late tying goal and Denver freshman goaltender Johnny Hicks holding the line near the post.

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You get Frozen Four overtime, a Twins broadcast brainstorm, and a careful reminder that scary sports news can wait for facts.

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