Today's word of the day is 'feeshvunt' as in finished or another word for Kyle Larson's NASCAR career (0:06). MLB sent out a memo today about 35% salary cuts and agreeing to pay all employees through at least May... what does it all mean (5:28)? The NCAA will be greatly impacted by coronavirus and one of the first dominoes to fall was the University of Cincinnati's men's soccer team. The school announced today that it will end the program so let's discuss the reality of college athletics moving forward (13:32). Review - The Sting (23:01). Christian McCaffrey is now the highest-paid running back in NFL history and my only questions is why? Let's take a look at the four running backs since 2012 who signed major extensions to see how those played out (25:50). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Will Bill Belichick ever open up and be honest about the end of the Tom Brady era in New England (32:03)? MLBeard Challenge Day 30: Houston Astros - Day 30 means $30K has now been donated to MLB teams ($1K to each of the 30 teams). (38:20) 2018 WS MVP Steve Pearce retired and said the MLB report will show team never cheated... what do I say about that? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'acquiescence' as in Todd Gurley going public saying Deion Sanders didn't want him to wear the no. 21 jersey for the Falcons (0:06). MLB is Japan!? Should we book our plane tickets now!? NO! It won't happen (3:10). I know you're all fans of the CPBL, right? You know, the Chinese Professional Baseball League, which had Opening Day on Sunday? Well, it's season has started in Taiwain, with no fans (9:11). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me what my view was of Ronda Rousey coming out publicly with some very negative comments about fans (13:05). A NASCAR driver has now been suspended without pay for a using a racist remark in an iRacing event. Kyle Larson should be ashamed of himself, and I'm ashamed that his racing team, Chip Ganassi Racing, didn't come out stronger in their statement (19:24). Shaq offered Isiah Rider $10K to fight Kobe Bryant which reminded me of a great story about Dan Uggla and Hanley Ramirez (26:47). Review - Oliver (32:31). MLBeard Challenge Day 27-29: Texas Rangers, Toronto Blue Jays, Washington Nationals (37:37). My pick to win it all was Trae Young in the H-O-R-S-E competition and he lost in the first round... I'm back with a winner though! #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'terminated' as in Vince McMahon and the XFL have fired everyone... all the staff.. all the players... see ya (0:06). UFC postponed UFC 249 (we knew this would happen) because Dana White said Disney brass called him and told him to shut it all down. I have a lot of thoughts about this so let's role play a call (4:58)! A new poll conducted by Seton Hall gave some very staggering insight into how fans would feel about going to game prior to a coronavirus vaccine being found (14:14). The MLB has another new rumor, leak, report about what could happen to get baseball back. I love the ideas that keep rolling out, but I'm not sure they've been good ones (23:37). Reports are out that Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert's relationship is 'not salvageable' after the whole coronavirus outbreak. You know how many teams can handle players disliking each other (30:25)? All of them! Review - Elephant (34:09). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me about the three most important things to understand to being a good team owner (40:07). MLBeard Challenge Day 26: Tampa Bay Rays #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'acclimatization' as in sports leagues around the world are starting to get real funky (0:06). In Belarus, soccer leagues are using cutouts to have in the stands, while in Taiwan, teams are using ROBOT MANNEQUINS to fill the stadium (1:24)! The Chicago Bulls hired a new head of basketball ops in a late Wednesday night release. How did this happen? Did the Bulls know Arturas Karnisovas was always their guy? Are the Bulls making smart decisions (3:20)? The NBA is back! Well, not quite, but kind of! It was announced today that a game of H-O-R-S-E will be played and televised starring some NBA and WBNA players (10:27). How does Dave Roberts know that Mookie Betts is happy to be a Dodger? Why do we care even if he is (15:49)!? So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me if I have been watching the replays of the old Marlins playoff runs that have been televised... my answer might surprise you (24:50). Review - Citizen Kane (28:25). Todd Gurley and Clay Matthews took to Twitter to call out the Los Angeles Rams over payments they hadn't received and I'm a little annoyed (32:48). MLBeard Challenge Day 25: Seattle Mariners (and a quick Ichiro story) (38:45). Who wins the inaugural Quarantine NBA H-O-R-S-E challenge!? #waittosee ----------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'redemption' as in a year ago Virginia was able to achieve that in winning the National Championship after being knocked out by a 16-seed in 2018 (0:06). Tom Brady not only penned a letter for the Players' Tribune, but he also went on the Howard Stern show this morning and opened up about the Patriots, his split with them, his wife, his personal problems.. a lot of things to cover (2:04). NFL will host a virtual draft, which we talked about yesterday, but they will host a mock draft for the draft so that things go smoothly (they won't) (17:03). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Are there professional athletes that really live paycheck to paycheck (24:40)? Review - Schitts Creek (it was the series finale. It was emotional. Please watch this show.) (31:37) MLBeard Challenge Day 24: San Diego Padres (I tell you the story of the failed Padres sale and why it failed.) (40:00) How big will the problems be for the NFL virtual draft? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'Perspicacity' and that comes from a listener, and it's the perfect word for today (0:06). MLB had a plan leak where they want to play all games in Arizona at spring training facilities. There are a plethora of problems with this, so please allow me the time to break down all of those issues. Yes, we all want baseball back, but this isn't going to get it done (1:25). Dana White has plans in place for the UFC to host events from a private island. I just want to know if this is Fantasy Island or Alcatraz (21:08)? So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked how I would handle this year's Hall of Fame induction for the NBA. Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan will be inducted with Kobe Bryant, and it's those players should all get their proper due (26:04). Review - How to Fix a Drug Scandal (31:19). NFL Draft is going virtual this year! There could be a ton of problems with this too and I hope Roger Goodell is ready for them (37:16). MLBeard Challenge Day 23: San Francisco Giants - I have a great story about the 2003 NL Divisional Series (42:26). Everyone knows how that ended so no need to #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'genug' as in NFL players need to stop gathering together and working out and posting those videos online (0:06). Social distancing literally means distancing! President Trump held a phone conference with the leading Commissioners in all of sports. It had everything from Roger Goodell (NFL) to Dana White (UFC) to Vince McMahon (WWE). Let's role play a little (3:23). When will the NBA be back? Well, it's not looking good for them, but golf wants you to know they have a plan in place. Today the Masters, PGA Championship, US Open all released new dates for its tournaments, while the Open Championship announcement it was canceling (19:19). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Today gets very real. Someone asked me how to talk about compensation in a job interview (25:46). Review - Unorthodox (35:07). MLBeard Challenge Day 20-22: Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates, St. Louis Cardinals (38:27). PGA Championship announced new dates for its tournament in August, but will it take place then? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Samson turns on the mic to give you a bonus mailbag episode with questions generated from 5-star reviews left on Apple Podcasts. David answers everything baseball and non-baseball related. ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'sunshine' in honor of Bill Withers who died today at the age of 81 (0:06). Rex Ryan called Amari Cooper a 'turd' today on an ESPN show. He failed to keep things business and it got personal. Here's what he should have said (2:15). Scott Boras is never going to learn. No matter the idea he comes up with, it will always be about him (9:04). Justin Turner had a fun idea for how MLB can handle extra innings, but it isn't going to work (15:57). Review - Little Women (23:50). Finally! A great idea from a player that I LOVE! LaMelo Ball is reportedly going to buy the Australian basketball team he played for... it's perfect (26:54)! So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Do you have a take on MJ playing baseball and if you were Reinsdorf, how would you have handled it (33:37)? MLBeard Challenge Day 19: Oakland Athletics (with a bonus story about Billy Beane/Moneyball (39:02). Jadeveon Clowney said he's willing to take less than the $20M a year he wanted to sign... will he even get close to that? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'C’est moi' as in their is a crusie ship stuck out at sea right outside of my window (0:06). Houston Astros owner Jim Crane says he has been exonerated by MLB.... WHAT (2:37)!? Former Astros AJ Hinch and Jeff Luhnow are suspended by MLB, but when does the suspension end (13:05)? I have some serious problems with what Joe Kelly had to say about Mookie Betts' clubhouse speech. Some things should never be taken public and this was one of them (13:49). Los Angeles Dodgers local blackout is finally over after six long years... how did they get there (19:10)? Here's a quick story about a negotiation with Cablevision and how these deals get done (25:10). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked about which stats players/teams pay attention to that aren't a part of salary talks and what stat was most important to me as team president (30:45). MLBeard Challenge Day 18: New York Yankees (36:35). Review - The Way Back... Is this movie worth a watch? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'fools' as in today is April Fools Day but that doesn't mean you should act like one (0:06). Wimbledon has been canceled; not postponed; not rescheduled; it has been canceled (3:36). NFL says it will start the season on time... okay (6:49). A very prominent voice in the NFL came out and questioned why the NFL draft was still happening and Roger Goodell is not going to like that (8:18). There's a report out that the Miami Dolphins want to trade up for the 1st pick in the draft. I just want to know if that's even worth it (14:12). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me if when I was team president, did a question ever fluster me... I will be honest... no.. but it almost happened once (22:44). Review - The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez 30:22). A college in Texas has hired Billy Gillispie to be its' head coach and I have some thoughts on what I would say if I was asked about hiring a troubled head coach (36:22). MLBeard Challenge Day 17: New York Mets; and a special shout out to Shin-Soo Choo (39:44). The NFL Draft will go on, but when will training camps start? July? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'scenario' as in if the NBA comes back this season how does it finish. Could it go straight to the playoffs? Maybe a preseason like I suggested. Where did this idea to have a quarantined village in Vegas or the Bahamas come from (0:06)? MLB will pay minor league players until May 31st. That was just announced today, but what does it mean? There are some pros and cons that need to be discussed (10:15). Juventus players agreed to a 90M euro pay reduction. Let me explain what this means (17:17). So You Wanna Talk To Samson? Someone asked me about a predicament they're currently in. They spent a lot of money on tickets to games, but the teams have not yet cancelled so they can't get their money back - they want to know what I would do as team president and what they should do as the fan (23:11). Review - Gemini Man (28:56). MLBeard Challenge Day 16: Minnesota Twins (32:07). Also, let's have a quick discussion about Dr. James Andrews (the Tommy John man) (35:12). Role playing is fun! No, not that kind, well yea that kind, but also I'm going to role play a phone call between Tom Brady and Buccaneers management. Do you think Tom cares more for the chance at a ring or the money he got? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'appreciation' as in recognize the time we're all living in and appreciate the small things (0:06). Remember that one time.... when Henderson Alvarez pitched a no-hitter in the last game of the 2013 season... well here are some things about that game that you probably didn't know (6:16). Scott Boras needs to just stop talking. Every time he speaks I get a ringing in my ears and I need to decode his 'words' for you, the listener (14:21). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What can I (you the listener) do to help bring sports back (24:05)? Review - Just Mercy... But before I get to my review let me tell you about my first encounter with Jamie Foxx. It's a story you're going to be want to hear (27:30). MLBeard Challenge Day 13-15: Dodgers, MARLINS, Brewers. The NBA will come back at some point if we all do our part, but when it does come back how will they get to the games (35:22)? Maybe adding another quick preseason will help. #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'agreement' as in the MLB and MLBPA reached on on all the details of the 2020 season. We've all been waiting for this. It was released that the owners voted unanimously on this, but that's not really true, and here's why (0:06). The biggest issue was always going to be service time and now we know that Mookie Betts will be a free agent this offseason NO MATTER WHAT. Let's talk a little about salary arbitration and what the means (8:36). Another big obstacle was going to be the MLB draft and it looks like it will still go on... but with a twist! When will the season start? No one knows for sure, but this has to happen first (19:49). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Time to set sails on Carnival cruise ship for a second... not actually... someone asked me why billionaire owner Mickey Arison couldn't just bail out his own company (31:22). Review - Tiger King (38:16)! Remember That One Time...when the Arizona Diamondbacks won the 2001 World Series... well this is what you didn't know about that final Louis Gonzalez at-bat (40:04). MLBeard Challenge Day 11/12: Kansas City Royals and Los Angeles Angels (42:23) #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'hope' because that's what Opening Day is in MLB . It's hope: winning the World Series, making the playoffs, winning today, not finishing in last place. It's all hope (0:06) So You Wanna Talk To Samson! is special today. People wanted to know about some Opening Days I've been apart of. Let's start with my first ever game... Montreal Expos (2:26). Next up is my first game with the then Florida Marlins (9:02). Can't forget about the time we ran out of hot dogs during our home opener (14:20). Opening Day after winning the World Series was a surreal moment (17:00). Ah yes, 2012, the Marlins Park debut with Muhammad Ali (19:48). Does anyone remember the time the Marlins had a rain delay inside a stadium with a roof? I do (28:49). I'll end today with my final home opener in 2017, the first one without Jose Fernandez, and what that meant to me (32:52). I did the same thing every Opening Day for 18 years... here's what it was. #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'Cole' or 'Coal' as in Scott Boras has Gerrit Cole signed, but Scott Boras deserves a lump of coal for his awful 'plan' for baseball (0:06). Noah Syndergaard needs Tommy John surgery and that's a crushing blow for the Mets. Let's talk about what that means for the team and read into some of the comments that Brodie Van Wagenen made (7:48). NFL GM's want the NFL draft delayed - which I agree with - however, only owners and the league can make that decision (14:17). Clippers owner Steve Ballmer purchased the LA Forum for $400M in cash because he was tired of being the Lakers little brother (21:36). Review - Fearless (this is a big surprise) (25:40). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What event since Nothing Personal started was the highlight or provided the most content (32:01)? Remember That One Time... when Wilt scored 100 points in a game? Well, here are some other facts about him that people tend to forget (36:35). MLBeard Challenge Day 10: Detroit Tigers (40:03). Today was the 100th episode of Nothing Personal and here's to 100 more. #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘grandparents’ as in we shouldn’t ever talk about the sacrifice of life to save the economy (0:06). Tom Brady held his introductory press conference... sorry, his video conference... sorry, his conference call with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and he said he made up his mind to leave New England after a sitdown with Robert Kraft... interesting (2:23). Olympics are officially postponed, but I have a major problem with the press release (9:37). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Do you think my “it's just business” mantra to the extreme causes people to lose their compassion for all else except the bottom line (16:22)? The owner of the Sixers and New Jersey Devils, Josh Harris, got absolutely crushed for what he wanted to do with staff payroll. Let me explain what he was trying to do and what he did do (24:45). Review - 21 Bridges (31:50). A not-for-profit for Minor League players was started, what does that mean (35:03)? MLBeard Challenge Day 9: Colorado Rockies (39:24). The Pittsburgh Pirates sent 400 pizzas to hospital workers. I think this will start an avalanche of other teams doing good but... #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'covidiot' as in people who are hoarding groceries or still partying in groups, basically, not taking this pandemic serious. Don't be a covidiot (0:06). It's very important for us to be accountable in all aspects of life - so here is me being accountable for my errors on Friday (2:25). We all knew the Summer Olympics would not be taking place in 2020... now is the important question... when will they take place (10:48)? So You Wanna Talk Samson!? Difficult talks need to happen in the business world and this how I would handle them (20:28). Review - Lost Girls (28:48). Philip Rivers gave the best sports quote of the year so far and I need to talk about this (32:04). Also, how many children does he have? Baseball team? Soccer team? Football team? MLBeard Challenge update! Saturday was Day 6 (White Sox), Sunday was Day 7 (Reds) and today is Day 8 (Indians) (39:31). Will Tom Brady and the Bucs make it past Wild Card weekend? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'au revoir' as in see ya Todd Gurley! Two years after signing the largest RB contract in NFL history the Rams released Gurley and he now settles for a one-year deal with the Falcons (0:06). So You Wanna Talk Samson!? Someone asked me about the Darius Slay situation in Detroit with Matt Patricia... Do players ever win battles against a coach or the front office (10:04)? When I'm right, I'm right! On March 7th I told you loyal listeners that Chris Sale was going to need Tommy John surgery and here we are on March 20th and the Red Sox announce that Chris Sale needs Tommy John surgery (16:52). Review - Blind Date (22:04). The NBA always seems to get things right... this time it's having superstars go live on social media to interact with fans... something MLB would NEVER do (25:02). On Day 5 of the MLBeardChallenge we talk the Chicago Cubs! I have a Steve Bartman story for you all (32:22). Today's show will end a bit differently... it's the first ever Nothing Personal Final Word and it goes to a couple of US Senators... why? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'loophole' as in most NFL teams are using one to announce trades and signings and everything, even though that's breaking NFL rules (0:06). A quick lesson on hand sanitizing (4:45). A big fight is about to happen between MLB and the MLBPA. The coronavirus is impacting everyone, but what will happen with service time? How are players going to get paid? Who gets paid? Money, money, money (6:23)! What's happening with the NBA? I love Adam Silver, but some of these ideas he has on what NBA players can do is crazy (15:27). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Could GM and Ford really stop making cars to produce ventilators (23:17)? BREAKING! MLB just announced a plan to help minor leaguers... I need to explain what this really means (29:38). Review - Richard Jewell (33:58). Time for the MLBeard Challenge Day 4 update: Boston Red Sox. I talk about Mookie Betts, David Price and Chris Sale (37:01). I ran some simulations and guess who won the 2020 NCAA Tournament!? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'simulation' as in every is running simulations on events that will never happen (0:06). Tom Brady is now a Tampa Bay Buccaneer. Let's talk about what this means and why he did it (2:09). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What does Tom Brady mean to the Buccaneers franchise off the field (12:20). Daily coronavirus update! Four Nets have tested positive for coronavirus and one of them is Kevin Durant... woof (26:33). MLB, MLBPA is giving $1M to each team to help out workers (27:35). Government said they'd give $1K to each American and I just want to know how (32:20)? The NBA has decided to double the line of credit that's available, for each team... what does that mean... well listen up (33:13). UPDATE! MLBeardChallenge Day 3: Baltimore Orioles (37:33). This is the inside story of how the Baltimore Orioles were purchased in 1993. ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is 'frenzy' as in the NFL free agent frenzy started before it was supposed to start and big names are on the move... reportedly... because it's not legal... or it is legal... (0:06). Tom Brady releases a message that he's leaving the Patriots and the football world has been forever changed (2:41). Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick released some statements that I need to break down (10:37). MLB still doesn't have a plan for what is going to happen because of the coronavirus. Who gets paid? Who doesn't get paid? This will get interesting (14:28). Let's do some updates on other sports: Kentucky Derby.. moved. French Open.. moved. Wrestlemania.. moved. Olympics.. mov.. just kidding, the IOC says it's still on.. HA (23:20)! NCAA President Mark Emmert commented on when he knew the tournament would be canceled (29:25). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What do I think about senior student-athletes getting an extra year of eligibility (30:53)? Review - Here are my Top 5 movies series' to watch (34:56). It's time for the #MLBBeardChallenge update: Atlanta Braves (40:30). MLB plan so far surrounding the coronavirus has not been great. Now two Yankees' minor leaguers have tested positive for the virus, will an MLB player get it? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'distancing' as in social distancing needs to be taken seriously if we want to combat the coronavirus (:06) ! Let's get you updated on the coronavirus: CDC says no large groups in public for the next 8 weeks (4:55). Here's what it means for sports. MLB isn't starting in April or May, maybe June, probably July (6:10). NBA has handled these things perfectly, but today Adam Silver slipped when the words 'financial damage' leaked (10:49). What the NFL chose to do today was shameful... it was tone deaf... the league should have held off for some time (13:35). Trevor Bauer felt like it was necessary to hold a Sandlot-style game to help 'grow the game' in the middle of a pandemic... why (17:33)? The NFL ratified its CBA over the weekend and the vote was way, way closer than I thought it would be (18:35). The UFC is out of its mind if they think they are going to have any more fights for the time being... Hey, Dana White stop it (21:55). Here are the Top 5 books to read (24:45) during quarantine: 5. Moneyball 4. The Natural 3. ???? 2. ??? 1. ??. So You Wanna Talk To Samson (31:00)!? Someone asked me how executives handle a crisis like this... who gets paid? who doesn't? What would I do if I was still with the Marlins...ANNOUNCING THE #MLBBEARDCHALLENGE !!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'Boomer Remover' and I need to know why everyone hates us so much (0:06)!? Rudy Gobert apologizes to the world after testing positive for Covid-19 and the whirlwind that unfolded after (1:51). MLB announced they would delay Opening Day by two weeks... two weeks? How did they come up with that number? There was no reason at all for that (9:58). NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announces that the NBA will be suspended for at least 30 days. This is what you should do as commissioner... not what every other sport did... what Adam Silver did (11:50). PGA Tour canceled all events through the Masters... and then 2020 Masters Tournament was canceled... and then my hope was canceled (22:29). Review - American Factory (27:28). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Is it possible that the US turns into Italy? Let me explain (33:00). I don't believe MLB for a second! They said Opening Day will be delayed at least two weeks BUT when will it really start? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's show is a special one - we've got you covered on everything coronavirus. Let's start from the beginning, where Rudy Gobert testing positive forced the NBA to suspend the season (0:12). Gary Parrish joins the show to talk all things NCAA (Duke, March Madness, Big East BS) (10:33). Dennis Dodd joins the show for his thoughts on what will happen with the NCAA tournament (17:02). Will Middlebrooks joins the show on the player perspective of the MLB and Spring Training (24:30). I have some thoughts about Mark Cuban and the economic impact of what's to come (34:50). Jamie Eisenberg joins the show to talk NFL and what will happen to Tom Brady now (44:40). ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'burn' as in Charles Barkley roasted Draymond Green with some trash talk (0:06). Coronavirus update! This is just the start... Golden State Warriors are going to host home games without fans. There was so much nonsense and BS spread, and now teams and officials trying to react to al this coronavirus news... but guess what!? It's too late (1:15). Seattle Mariners need to start season on the road (21:15). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Should teams have followed Ohio Governor's request to not play games (25:06)? Review - Inglorious Basterds (29:15)... Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 23 years in prison today... F**K him (27:33). Barry Bonds was not happy about his interview and had the writer recant on the quote about getting a 'death sentence' from baseball (32:00). There's a proposed NFL rule change where teams would go for it on fourth-and-15 instead of an onside kick.... and I LOVE IT (35:37). Mets GM Brodie Van Wagenen has some of the best quotes ever and now Michael Conforto is hurt and the likelihood of him playing Opening Day is...... #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'snorting' as in snorting cocaine and drinking bleach will NOT fight against the coronavirus (0:06). The Ivy League has cancelled it's conference basketball tournaments and the regular-season champions will play in the NCAA tournament because of coronavirus (1:21). BBWAA released a statement on the new locker room ban issued by all major sports leagues (5:55). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? How did NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL and MLS get together to release a statement on limiting media access (13:00)? Francisco Lindor and the Cleveland Indians have halted contract extension talks (18:30). Milwaukee Brewers will pay Christian Yelich until 2042! He will be 50 years old! Here's why this is happening (21:50). Review - Roll Red Roll (29:53). NBC has rejected the Al Michaels trade to ESPN (33:41). Russell Okung is filing a lawsuit against the NFLPA; just a day after he dropped out of the race for President that was won by JC Tretter (34:44). The Los Angeles Rams new logo leaked online and the social media world hated it. When the Marlins changed their logo there were so many leaks we couldn't keep up (39:09). Will MLB games be impacted by coronavirus even though the league wants to go ahead and play games? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s 's word of the day is 'collateral damage' as in parents are getting divorces in Xian, China at an unprecedented clip because of the coronavirus and having to spend time with one another (0:06). Daily coronavirus update. Tennis has cancelled the Paribas Open. NBA has a call set up. NHL is restricting outside people from the clubhouse. MLB is meeting with all owners. This is big and bad (1:10). LeBron James said if the NBA doesn't want any fans in the stands because of the coronavirus then he isn't playing (8:11). Rob Manfred will hold a call with MLB owners on what teams should do (10:15). Astros shut down Justin Verlander with a lat strain after being pulled from his Spring Training start with triceps soreness (16:05). Barry Bonds says that MLB gave him 'a death sentence'. Oh Boy... let's discuss (19:55). Review - Spenser Confidential (25:57). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What happened between Jim Little and the Ottawa Senators (30:08)? Nets owner Joe Tsai released a statement on the firing, yes the firing, of head coach Kenny Atkinson and it was laughable (37:23). NFLPA vote on the new CBA is coming up... what will the players do? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Samson turns on the mic to give you a bonus mailbag episode with questions generated from 5-star reviews left on Apple Podcasts. David answers everything baseball and non-baseball related. ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is '0.8%' as in the $500M Mike Bloomberg spent on ads for his failed campaign and also the amount of NFL players that will read the new proposed CBA (0:06). Mark Cuban was fined $500K by the NBA for berating officials and tweeting and yelling and being a clown. The NBA is mad and sent a 3-page letter addressing this all (0:47). Gerrit Cole gets lit up in his Spring Training debut with the Yankees and fans are losing their minds... why (6:00)? Chris Sale was diagnosed with a flexor strain in his pitching elbow, but guess what? He's going to need Tommy John surgery and this is why (8:00). The Clevelander has been closed at Marlins Park and I need to tell you all why that is (11:09). The Chicago White Sox have locked up 7 players in the past year so what does their future look like (14:18)? Review - Queen & Slim (20:26). TRADE ALERT! Al Michaels could be traded from NBC to ESPN to be paired up with Peyton Manning. Well, I've got some ideas on how this trade can be pulled off (The Bachelor to NBC, Al Michaels to ABC, maybe throw in Shonda Rhimes) (23:28). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? How do I feel about an ad-free ballpark. Los Angeles Angels fired the clubhouse manager for the visiting teams..why? Because he supposedly gave pine tar to opposing pitchers so they could cheat. Cheat (34:21)? Ha. HUGE game in the NBA tonight as the Lakers take on the Bucks - who's going to be MVP, LeBron or Giannis? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'sanitize' as in the coronavirus has forced teams around the world to sanitize their facilities (0:06). Tom Brady and Bill Belichick had a phone call on Tuesday that reportedly wasn't great.... okay (0:52)? Christian Yelich gets a MAJOR extension from the Milwaukee Brewers and I need to know why the Brewers did it (5:09). Alex Rodriguez goes scorched Earth on the Astros and that made me laugh out loud (13:32). Kris Bryant's grievance vs the Cubs was made public (19:45). This should never have happened (). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me why anyone would ever want to be a minority owner of a team...ha (29:06). Review - Dark Waters (34:27). Zion Williamson is becoming a star, but he NEEDS to win games now (38:21). Students at Princeton are mad that Marshawn Lynch was selected as their commencement speaker... will he show up? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'vote' as in make your voice be heard and get out there and vote! Spike Lee and James Dolan are exchanging words over an altercation between Spike and security at Madison Square Garden. The team released a statement and I NEED to break this down (1:00). Chris Sale is getting an MRI on his elbow... this is very bad news for the Red Sox who last week said there wasn't anything wrong with him (9:47)! The MLB trolls are out and they are strong! Trevor Bauer telling batters the pitches he's about to throw, Anthony Rizzo asking someone to bang a trashcan while mic'd up, this isn't good for the Astros (14:05). Cody Bellinger was injured whilst golfing at a driving range... I am despondent (20:00). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me if scouts would get a bonus if they were to find a 'gem in the rough' player (25:47). Review - Uncut Gems (32:15). The NBA and MLB sent memos to teams about the coronavirus. It's full of ideas for how players should interact with fans and it's very interesting (36:00). The Olympics are coming up and athletes are dropping out left and right... will Tiger Woods attend if he qualifies? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'autograph' as in CJ McCollum will not be signing autographs because of the coronavirus (0:06). New York Knicks new team president is Leon Rose, the former big-time NBA agent for CAA. The Knicks love him so much that James Dolan is NOT holding a press conference to introduce him... wait, what (1:10)? Are MLB balls not juiced anymore? No, not those balls, the baseballs. Well it seems like something was done because two big name pitchers have come out and said the ball feels different already (6:55). Some Astros players are already giving in to hecklers in the crowd - is this going to cause them to have a poor season? Not if they listen to me (15:05). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Will player discipline be in the next CBA because of the fall out from the Astros sign-stealing scandal (21:05)? Review - Frozen 2 (27:27). Mookie Betts becomes an overnight leader in the Dodgers clubhouse... but was it the right thing for him to do 31:59)? Tony Romo signs an extension with CBS to become the highest paid NFL commentator ever and players aren't happy about it. Boohoo (37:35). Every Yankees player is hurt now. All of them, but what I do know is that Aaron Judge will definitely be back before Giancarlo Stanton... or will he (44:32)? #waittosee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day 'colonel' as in Colonel Sanders as in Garth Brooks wore a BARRY SANDERS jersey and fans thought it was Bernie Sanders, I thought it was Colonel Sanders... or did I (0:06)? Dak Prescott is still not signed and Jerry Jones has given some great quotes about the matter. Let's dissect his words. Jerry Jones also talked about showering and thinking about Dez Bryant. Bizarre times (1:06). Madison Bumgarner was very wrong for how he handled the media yesterday. If you want to ride in the rodeo all offseason under an alias, you better answer the questions about that life for $85M (7:37). Mets fans are sending money on Venmo to GM Brodie Van Wagenen and this is hilarious (12:54). Review - Jiro Dreams of Sushi (17:54). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What should an agent's relationship be with a player and/or that player's family (24:57)? TCU DT Ross Blacklock learned at the NFL Combine that he had THIRTY-SEVEN parking tickets that he didn't know about (32:10). Each ticket was paid off, but, what is this!? Minnesota Timberwolves were fined $25K for resting D'Angelo Russell when they weren't allowed to (38:06). Do you think the team misses that money?n Ha! Let's bring the Cowboys back before the weekend - will they sign Dez Bryant so Jerry can get the boys back together? ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day 'Philippines' as in Tim Tebow is playing for them in the World Baseball Classic and he can because his parents did it missionary style... they were missionaries in the Philippines (0:06). Tom Brady is reportedly about to be a free agent for the first time ever! Could he have played his last game in New England (1:13)? Giancarlo Stanton got hurt yesterday and won't be ready for the start of the season. That is another major injury for the New York Yankees joining Paxton and Severino, and now the Yankees could be in trouble (6:19). Are Houston Astros hitters already being targeted during Spring Training by opposing pitchers (14:34)? MLB is now trying to crack down on foreign substances used by pitchers (20:26). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Why is Matthew Coca my producer (28:20)? Review - Love is Blind (34:33). Congrats to Kerwin Danley on being named first African-American crew chief in MLB history! Here are some of my favorite umpire stories (37:40). Are the Rockets destined for a first-round exit in the NBA playoffs? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the days is 'midget' as in what a radio host was suspended for calling Baker Mayfield (0:06). The NFL player reps voted on a new CBA and now it's all going downhill. Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers hate it, the owners love it, some players like it... it's a big, big mess (0:30).. Really quickly, let's touch on Zion Williamson first showdown with LeBron James (12:07).. The Coronavirus is spreading and spreading fast. Yesterday news broke that it could impact the Summer Olympics; today it's all of sports. Let's start with how MLB would handle this and work our way all the way to Cristiano Ronaldo and Serie A (13:45).. Review - Sixteen Candles (18:50).. Stephen Strasburg got paid a whole lot of money by the Washington Nationals and he told the world why he signed back up with the team... it was laughable.. I have a message for Scott Boras... it's not a good one (23:22).. So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Angels owner Arte Moreno has a new deal where he purchased land around Angels Stadium and people want to know if that means he has more money to spend on the team now (32:25).. Steph Curry is coming back for the Warriors and I want to know why (37:20).! Luis Severino is done for the season and the Yankees desperately need starting pitching, but when does New York and Cashman make a move? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'nicked' as in Jose Altuve was nicked by a pitch in his first Spring Training game. What's MLB going to do because I thought we had to suspend and fine everyone for this (0:06)!? So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? I as asked if Spring Training stats actually matter? Well, they don't and here's why (5:34). CORONAVIRUS ALERT! CORONAVIRUS ALERT! CORONAVIRUS ALERT! Dick Pound says that the IOC will have until late May to decided whether or not to cancel the Summer Olympics in Tokyo (10:20). MLB is being sued by Draftkings users because of the sign-stealing scandal... hahaha (15:40). Review - Super Size Me 2 (20:26). Joe Burrow and his baby hands are talk of the NFL combine and it's all just BS (23:03)! Carolina Hurricanes hit jackpot with Zamboni driving goalie... this is a great story and the team cashed in on it (25:19). I signed Adam Greenberg to a one-day contract in 2012 and it was perfect... here's the story of why and how (27:55). Deontay Wilder is being inducted into the Hall of Fame... of biggest excuses ever used in sports (33:14). Dave Gettleman says the Giants are 'open for business' on trading the 4th pick in the NFL draft (38:45). Which MLB players will still sign deals before regular season starts? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson  To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'F.Y.M.' as in F*** You Money as in Mark Cuban unleashed a flurry of tweets about NBA officials and he'll pay it (0:06). Kobe and Gianna Bryant's memorial was held at Staples Center today. Beyonce sang, Vanessa Bryant spoke, there were celebrities and fans in every seat... there's a fine line between honor and exploitation with some fans falling on the wrong side (3:40). The Houston Astros started Spring Training games and fans were not happy. Sings were stripped and people were mad (13:05). Astros owner Jim Crane sent a letter to season-ticket holders and it was hilarious. I need to decode this for you and tell you why each line was written the way it was (18:50). Review - Virgin River (25:45). Madison Bumgarner should have his contract voided!!! Yes, I said what I said (28:59). Astros pitcher Zack Greinke doesn't like Spring Training so he showed up on the last possible day allowed, ha, what a great teammate (33:12). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me why MLB teams are okay with just being average... let's chat about this (39:22). Dustin Pedroia is back on the DL, do I think he'll ever play in MLB again? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson   To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'procrastination' as in Rockies GM said he still hasn't spoken with Nolan Arenado yet (:35). NFL owners and NFLPA are about to go to battle over the CBA. Here's everything you need to know and how the negotiations will be handled (2:00). I've worked on new CBAs before so please follow along with me. So You Wanna Talk To Samson (16:10)!? Could the Astros sign-stealing scandal actually be good for baseball? New York Yankees are shutting down Luis Severino because of an elbow issue (21:53). The Phillies won their arbitration case against J.T. Realmuto and he is NOT happy about it (28:29). Josh Reddick, Astros' players say they are receiving death threats on social media because of the sign-stealing scandal (34:37). Review - Jay and Silent Bob Reboot (37:15). Mike Bolsinger is suing not only the Astros, but Jim Crane and the Codebreaker inventor for millions of dollars (!!!), but will he win this suit? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson   To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'Mayweather' as in Browns OL Greg Robinson was arrested for having gotten caught with 157 pounds of marijuana or one Floyd Mayweather (0:06). We need to update the Astros sign-stealing scandal again after hearing from Rob Manfred, Giancarlo Stanton, Aaron Judge, Mark Cuban... basically everyone is talking again (1:04). MLB sends out memo warning teams that they better not throw at batters this season on purpose... was this a response to the Astros situation (14:18)? Red Sox owner John Henry just continues to lie to the Boston fans... why (18:51)? Review - A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (24:20). Aubrey Huff SHOULD BE invited to the San Francisco Giants reunion (29:00). It's a shame he's not invited. So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? New Marlins owner Bruce Sherman had some things to say about old Marlins management - me, specifically - so let me respond to this (36:10). We end today with the Red Sox again. Are they going to be punished after MLB's investigation? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson   To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As spring training approaches David Samson takes some time to discuss what the front office goes through as they prepare for the regular season. ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson   To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As spring training approaches David Samson takes some time to discuss what coaches go through as they prepare for the regular season.  ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson   To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As spring training approaches David Samson takes some time to discuss what players go through as they prepare for the regular season. ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson   To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'threesome' and not just because it's Valentine's Day (0:06). Let's break down more of the fallout of the Astros' disastrous press conference (1:40). Cody Bellinger did not hold back when talking about Jim Crane and Jose Altuve (5:28). BREAKING NEWS! New York Post reports Alex Rodriguez emerged as a candidate to own the New York Mets (9:30)! Spring Training bug has started to strike quick with injures to Alex Verdugo and Mike Clevinger (16:20). This is how I would deal with these injuries when I was in the front office. Review - Last Christmas (24:25). All-Star game weekend is here and we need to discuss it (27:35). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Do players like All-Star weekend or do they want time off (32:40)? BREAKING NEWS AGAIN! MLB is raising the minimum weekly salary and I need to let you know how they got here (36:25). My picks for the NBA All-Star game. Rory McIlroy is the new World No.1 golfer, so will he complete his career grand slam this April? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson   To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'Swigert' as in Jack Swigert the famous astronaut from Apollo 13 (0:06). Houston, we have a problem. Let's break down this entire press conference (1:41). I want to start with the presser itself and then work my way through everyone who spoke. Jim Crane was not ready at all for what was being asked of him. Alex Bregman and Jose Altuve had two of the worst statements I've ever heard (6:57). I have some more things to say to Jim Crane (11:07). Justin Verlander, come on... be better (16:29). AJ Hinch sitdown with MLB Network was all scripted and he still failed (18:52). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Should more players be suspended and should the title be taken away from the Astros (27:13)? Review - Knives Out (34:30). MLB rules were changes for the 2020 season and let's discuss why this happened (38:00). How many wins will the Astros have this season... Will you be surprised by my answer? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson   To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'delusional' as in Colin Kaepernick must be crazy if he thinks he's getting NFL money from the XFL (0:06). Why does there always have to be a scapegoat? A report is out that all these Astros players and team personnel want Carlos Beltran to be the fall guy... stop it (1:03). Houston's owner Jim Crane is getting so ridiculous with how he's handling the media (7:16). Red Sox named Ron Roenicke the interim manager and the explanation is crazy (15:45). Review - The Pharmacist (20:00). Myles Garrett was reinstated by the NFL after being suspended indefinitely for using his helmet as a weapon (24:04). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? What is happening between Joe Maddon and Theo Epstein and how did we get here (29:04)? I need to have some words with Dodgers' pitcher Alex Wood. Let me take him to school real quick (36:40). Shohei Ohtani is back, but when will he start to pitch in a major league game? #waittosee ---------------------------   'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.    Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson   To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'pepper' as in Pepper Johnson got fired as the defensive coordinator in the XFL after just one game (0:06)! MLB plan for postseason expansion gets leaked (1:00). This is everything we know from it and everything I know will happen from it. Trevor Bauer calls commissioner Rob Manfred a joke on Twitter (9:38)! Let's role play how conversations would go in the baseball circles about this tweet. NFL wants to make more and more money so it will now look into flexing Monday Night Football as part of new TV deals (17:50). Review - Jojo Rabbit (23:48). New York Mets are being UNFAIRLY criticized for not letting minor leaguers use its new spring training clubhouse... this is why they should be criticized (28:21). So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me if when I became an executive in sports did I lose my fandom (32:55)? Let's take a look at the Red Sox divorce with Mookie Betts and everything Bloom and Henry said about the move. Do the Sox make the 2020 postseason? #waittosee --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is 'witness' as in Darren Collison says no to the Lakers and Clippers to stay a Jehovah's Witness (0:06). Let's break down every single detail we know about the Mookie Betts trade (1:15). First up is the Dodgers part of the trade. The Red Sox didn't want this trade to happen before because of the Twins pitcher they would have received... who is now going to the Dodgers. Justin Turner shares his thoughts on the trade via Twitter and I need to laugh at this (14:10). The Dodgers-Angels trade for Joc Pederson and Ross Stripling fell through and here is why (15:53). Did a Houston Astros intern start the sign-stealing scandal (20:54)? Time for some codebreaking and dark arts talk. Oscars! Oscars! Oscars! I talk everything that happened during the Academy Awards including the big night for Parasite, how my predictions went, and best/worst moments of the night (31:06). How did the XFL do on it's opening weekend and how do I feel Week 2 will go? #waittosee --------------------------- 'Nothing Personal with David Samson' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow David on Twitter: @DavidPSamson To watch David on CBS Sports HQ visit https://www.cbssports.com/live/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices