Episode 40 - The Retention

Scott and Robert discuss #TheRetention of the core of the Illini men's basketball basketball roster and key additions - including one from the St. Louis area - that are shaping high expectations for the 2026-2027 season. There's also a breakdown of a ranked Illinois baseball win in a memorable thriller. Plus, Illinois has a new national champion, backyard baseball rules, and signs(?) from water fowl.

00:00 Intro and Where's Robert?
03:37 Half Marathon Training
09:19 The Retention (and additions and subtractions)
28:35 Robert puts it in context (somewhat succinctly)
45:42 Illinois baseball wins a thriller
55:10 Backyard baseball rules + signs from animals
1:02:25 Brandon Dang (MGYM) wins a national championship