The Reno Slant

Reno 1868 FC missed a big opportunity Tuesday night (9:05). Local Beer Month continues with The Depot’s Brewmaster and Distiller, Brandon Wright (18:37). Nevada alum and now professional boxer JJ Mariano discusses his 1-0 professional start, and what’s next (46:03). This is an interesting upcoming week for Reno 1868 FC and the Reno Aces, can they capitalize (1:05:50)? For slants, the Shoups give their Jack Tent preview ahead of Reno Rodeo week, talk the USWNT, and summer sports scaries (1:18:40).

Reno 1868 FC blew a 2-0 lead (6:35). Local Beer Month continues with Revision Brewing CEO and Brewmaster, Jeremy Warren (13:35). Pittsburgh Pirates fifth-round draft pick, and now Nevada alum, Grant Ford, discusses his breakout season and getting drafted early (34:05). The 2019-20 Nevada Hoops schedule came out and it's lame (44:49). Trying to find logic in Jordan Brown’s transfer to Arizona (1:01:06). For slants, the Shoups talk USMNT lapping Thailand, NBA drama, and Jay Norvell’s third year (1:17:17).

Reno 1868 FC embarrassed Vegas last week (7:57). Local Beer Month kicks off with Matt Blagen of 10 Torr (18:05). Reno’s next mega football recruit, Spanish Springs LB Jackson LaDuke, discusses his looming decision (44:48). Awards are given out in the First Annual Slanties and the brothers relive some brutal predictions they made in August (58:13). For slants, the Shoups talk NCAA Baseball Tournament, NBA Finals, Women’s World Cup, Mountain West stripping and bodies in Lake Tahoe (1:18:02).

Nevada baseball finished third in the Mountain West Tournament (7:39). New Nevada Basketball commit Warren Washington talks about his decision to transfer from Oregon St and what he liked about Reno (17:59). Reno 1868 FC HC Ian Russell discusses the evolving USL and Saturday’s matchup with Vegas (29:39). What were the biggest surprises and disappointments of the 2019 Nevada baseball season (46:42)? For slants, the Shoups talk NBA Finals, Jordan Brown update, and Reno’s go-to summer events (1:06:22).

Somehow, Nevada snuck into the Mountain West Conference Baseball Tournament (5:46). Head coach TJ Bruce talks about getting in, relying on the long ball, and this weekend’s starting rotation (16:10). What does Nevada have to do to dog pile at Peccole Park this weekend (36:37)? For slants, the Shoups talk NBA Conference Finals, Reno 1868 FC and Steve Alford vs the Sparks Tribune — kind of (1:00:50).

Nevada baseball kept its playoff hopes alive (5:49). Pack baseball great Austin Byler reminisces on his time in Reno, his up-and-down pro career, & battling adversity (17:24). New Nevada hoops signee Zane Meeks talks about life at 6-9, what it’s like being heavily recruited, & moving the three-point line back (45:05). What needs to happen for Pack baseball to get into the postseason (1:03:05)? For slants, the Shoups talk NBA Conf Finals, Vegas golf in July, and #OperationPackBack (1:17:08).

Nevada baseball had a weekend to forget against Fresno (6:18). Centerfielder Jaylon McLaughlin discusses the vibe in the locker room, his breakout year, and why he loves Moana (17:00). Kane Milling from France, Steve Alford’s first commit, talks about his decision, what he knows about Reno, and American food he’s excited for (29:13). Wolf Pack baseball heads to San Jose this weekend and needs a sweep (43:34). For slants, the Shoups discuss the Reno pros, Matt Mumme, and 2019 Mackay attendance (1:00:08).

Nevada football spring ball is in the books, now what (5:17)? Nevada baseball endured a frustrating weekend at Air Force (12:46). Wolf Pack ace and Spanish Springs alum Ryan Anderson talks about the stretch run, moving to the bullpen last year, and the upcoming MLB Draft (22:17). Now Nevada baseball almost needs a series win at home against conference-leading Fresno State (39:45). For slants, the Shoups talk #OperationPackBack, Game of Thrones taking over the Internet, and Packfetti vs Cal Neva (56:05).

The Nevada basketball roster is starting to take shape (5:11). Nevada baseball backs up series win over unLv with crazy two-game sweep of Oregon State (13:21). Nevada punter Quinton Conaway finally joins the show ahead of the Silver and Blue game (23:25). T.J. Bruce and the Pack will look to remain hot this weekend at Air Force (51:54). For slants, the Shoups talk the spring game, Knights-Sharks, and hoops recruiting needs (1:03:21).

Steve Alford is officially Nevada’s men’s hoops coach (6:18). Nevada baseball picks up series win at New Mexico (16:19). Recurring guest Aaron Torres of Fox Sports Radio doesn’t like Alford’s fit in Reno and makes a Lawlor attendance bet (23:12). Also a recurring guest, voice of Nevada John Ramey does like Alford’s fit and digs into Pack baseball (57:18). UnLv (1:14:08) and Oregon St (1:22:52) come to Peccole this weekend. For slants, the Shoups talk NHL playoffs, spring football and Lindsey Drew

And then the Musselman era ended (5:45). Welcome to the Steve Alford era (20:40)? Nevada baseball bats remain cold vs SDSU (24:50). Former Nevada star D.J. Fenner discusses Muss’ departure, his time in Reno, his professional career in Europe, and overcoming adversity (30:15). The craziest bet ever (1:04:39). Pack baseball now heads to Albuquerque (1:12:34). For slants, the Shoups talk naps during The Masters, poor-taste photoshopping, and Jazz Johnson (1:22:18).

It was another tough weekend for Nevada baseball’s bats (7:07). WNBA player Gabby Williams, a standout at UConn and Reed High, discuses adjusting to professional hoops, playing in Europe, and the development of her game (15:12). Muss watch goes crazy (37:37). Nevada baseball now prepares for a telling home series vs San Diego State (47:13). For slants, the Shoups talk Final Four in Minneapolis, Random MLB thoughts, and April Fool’s (1:01:47).

Somehow, the Nevada basketball season is already done after a first-round NCAA Tournament loss to Florida (9:46). Nevada legend Deonte Burton discusses the G League, Nevada dunks, and what’s next (23:15). Hoop Vision Founder Jordan Sperber remembers a fun story in Reno, talks Nevada’s late struggles and analytics (40:25). Nevada baseball hosts Air Force this weekend (1:15:19). For slants, the Shoups talk March Sadness, Nevada’s painful losses and Rayjon Tucker (1:31:49).

Nevada stumbled in the Mountain West Tournament (7:48). Dan Wolken of USA Today talks Nevada in the NCAA Tournament, Thad Matta to unLv, and the FBI investigation (15:14). Nevada great Cam Oliver talks pro ball, rehab and being a parent (40:15). How does Nevada matchup with Florida, and potentially Michigan (1:11:03)? For slants, the Shoups recap Nevada baseball’s strong weekend, go Roadtrippin’ with Chad Hartley and March Madness betting tips (1:19:55).

Nevada clinched the Mountain West regular season title - again (7:08). Eli Boettger of the Mountain West Wire returns to share thoughts on the regular season, who has the most to gain/lose this week in Vegas, and his Mountain West Tournament predictions (18:24). What are Nevada fans biggest reasons for optimism/concern this week (44:17)? For slants, the Shoup discuss Selection Sunday’s salvation, go Roadtrippin’ with Chad Hartley, and Vegas beer buckets (1:13:15).