The Tony Kornheiser Show “A complicated handshake”
Oct 24, 2025
Tim Kurkjian, a veteran baseball writer, shares insights on the World Series, reminiscing about the 1979 series and discussing key matchups. Jason La Canfora, a sports reporter, breaks down NFL storylines, including the Chargers' recent success and the intriguing dynamics between Sean Payton and Russell Wilson. Gambling expert Jeff Ma dives into the NBA's gambling scandal and shares his picks for the week. The conversation is lively, packed with humor, and full of engaging sports analysis!
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The Three Concerts Tim Attended
- Tim Kurkjian recounts attending only three concerts in his life, including a chaotic Yellowcard show where openers delayed the main act until 10:30 pm.
- He used these stories to explain his unfamiliarity with modern music references like Bad Bunny.
Long World Series Breaks Harm Momentum
- Tim Kurkjian argues long World Series breaks hurt momentum and can create rest-versus-rust issues for teams.
- He warns the extended gap between LCS and World Series reduces playoff intensity and can disadvantage pitchers like the Dodgers' staff.
Snell's Postseason Dominance And Yusavich's Poise
- Kurkjian gives Blake Snell the edge for Game 1 based on dominant postseason strikeout rates and low ERA.
- He also praises rookie Trey Yusavich's poise, noting both starters present distinct challenges.