3 Ugly Mugs

This week, the Mugs huddle up to break down the biggest stories in sports — with plenty of bad takes and belly laughs. Johnny B , Matt Fernandez , and John J Murray tackle: 🏈 New NFL trades and offseason moves — who’s winning the offseason chess match, and who’s setting up to tank? ⚾ The Tampa Bay Rays’ rollercoaster month — from hot streaks to head-scratchers, can they keep pace in the AL East?...

The Mugs are back—and things are getting spicy (and kinda sad). This week, Johnny B , Matt Fernandez , and John J Murray break down the NBA Finals madness, including how Tyrese Haliburton’s injury may have sunk the Pacers’ dreams faster than a bad open mic set. 🏀 We debate OKC’s rise, the end of the “superteam” era, and how the Pacers’ luck ran out. 🏒 We also skate through the Stanley Cup Final...

This week, things get soggy—and not just from the Florida humidity. While Matt Fernandez, Johnny B, and John J Murray try to stay dry, they dive into the Tampa Bay Rays' scorching 5-1 homestand (did the dome finally work?!). The Mugs break down the NHL Stanley Cup Final and the NBA Finals matchups with the kind of analysis you'd expect from three guys who eat nachos while yelling at the TV. We als...

This week, it’s a full house of sports and nonsense as Johnny B tries to bluff his way to poker glory, Matt Fernandez and John J Murray take the stage at the wild and weird Unholy Comedy Show , and producer James Bothwell drops some brain bombs with his new segment: This Day in Sports History . We also break down: 🏀 The latest drama and dominance in the NBA Playoffs 🏒 The road to Lord Stanley in...

🎙️ 3 Ugly Mugs – Episode 37: "History as a Joke: Baseball Edition" ⚾Hosted by John J Murray, Johnny B, and Matt FernandezSpecial Guest: Rodney Kite-Powell, Tampa Bay historian and baseball brainiacIn this very special episode, the Mugs go back—way back—to uncover the hilarious and fascinating history of professional baseball in the Tampa Bay Area, from the late 1800s to modern-day Rays....

This week’s episode is pure chaos—in the best way possible. 🌴 Matt is live from vacation in Costa Rica , battling jungle creatures and beach cocktails. 🎣 John J went on a fishing trip so successful he literally busted his ribs reeling ‘em in. 🃏 Johnny B took down a poker game and won his seat at a real-deal tournament—cue the poker face and chili dogs. The Mugs also break down the NBA and NHL p...

Hosted by Johnny B, John J Murray & guest host James Bothwell (filling in for Matt Fernandez, who's on vacation 🍹) This week, the Mugs welcome super-producer James Bothwell to the mic while Matt Fernandez lives his best vacation life. We dive headfirst into NBA and NHL playoff madness, analyze the Rays’ weirdly bad home performance, and preview the Bucs' rookie training camp—Johnny’s...

This week on 3 Ugly Mugs , John J, Matt Fernandez, and Johnny B dive into a rollercoaster of sports chaos and comedic brilliance. We start with the Tampa Bay Rays , who can’t seem to win at home—are the lights too bright? The beer too cold? We try to figure out what’s going wrong at The Trop. Then we skate into heartbreak with the Tampa Bay Lightning’s playoff exit , and recap the biggest winners...

The draft picks are in, and so are the bad takes! This week on 3 Ugly Mugs, John J, Johnny B, and Matt break down the 2025 NFL Draft — the winners, the losers, and the head-scratchers. (Spoiler: Johnny already thinks he can throw a better spiral than half these rookies.)We also dive into the Tampa Bay Lightning chasing another deep Stanley Cup Playoff run and wonder aloud if playoff beards actuall...

It’s a real pain in the butt this week—literally and figuratively—as Matt recaps his brutal comedy roast and John J walks us through the surprisingly elegant world of colonoscopy prep . (Spoiler: there were tears, and not just from laughter.) Then it’s full steam ahead into the 2025 NFL Draft as the Mugs give their bold (and possibly buzzed) predictions for the top 10 picks. Who’s going #1? Which...

The boys are back and bringing the steel chair of comedy down hard in this WrestleMania-sized episode! Johnny B, Matt Fernandez, and John J Murray welcome hilarious guest comedian JJ Curry to talk WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas—and yes, we’re already planning our costumes for 2026.We body-slam into sports talk with Matt’s Young Studs, where Matt breaks down top NFL Draft prospects, and Johnny’s Slee...

🎙 Hosted by comedians John J Murray, Matt Fernandez, and Johnny B👨‍🔧 Produced by James BothwellBuckle up, Mugheads! In Episode 30, the fellas dive headfirst into the chaos of sports and comedy like a goalie into overtime.⚾ We kick things off with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s massive new deal with the Blue Jays, then try to stay positive as the Rays get swept by the Rangers like a dusty bar floor...

The 3 Ugly Mugs are back, and this week, things get weird… but also weirdly informative! John J Murray, Matt Fernandez, and Johnny B—plus our fearless producer James Bothwell—break down Tampa Bay Rays’ opening weekend against the Rockies and dive deep into the Yankees' alleged “Torpedo Bats.” Are they cheating, or are the Red Sox just crying again? We also take a look at Shedeur Sanders’ draft...

Matt Fernandez, Johnny B, and John J Murray are back, and this week, things get weird (as usual). Matt survived the Raleigh Comedy Festival and returns with stories of triumph, terror, and BBQ-induced regret. Meanwhile, the New York Giants just signed Jameis Winston, which means we might see as many touchdowns as turnovers this season. Will Jameis finally get his comeback story, or is this just an...

In Episode 27 of 3 Ugly Mugs, John J, Matt, and Johnny B break down the upcoming NFL Draft, with Johnny’s Sleepers uncovering hidden gems and Matt’s Young Studs spotlighting the top prospects. They also dive into the Tampa Bay Rays’ future—will they stay in Florida, or is a big move coming? Plus, the guys share the wildest crimes they’ve encountered while doing stand-up comedy in Florida (because,...

In Episode 26 of 3 Ugly Mugs , Matt Fernandez, Johnny B, and John J Murray dive into the 2025 MLB season, debating the Rays' potential new ownership and what it could mean for the team’s future. They break down the hottest prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft, with Johnny dropping his Sleeper of the Week — a player the Bucs (or your team) can’t afford to miss. Then, in This is a Sport? , John J int...

In Episode 25 of 3 Ugly Mugs, John J returns from a questionable camping trip with stories that belong in a survival documentary. The guys break down the latest from the NFL Combine, with Matt's "Young Studs" spotlighting top draft prospects and Johnny’s "Sleepers" revealing hidden gems the Tampa Bay Bucs should snag. They also dive into the grind of stand-up comedy — from...

Spring is in the air, and so is the smell of hot dogs and crushed dreams! In Episode 24 of 3 Ugly Mugs, Matt Fernandez, John J Murray, and Johnny B dive into Spring Training and what to expect from the 2025 MLB season. They break down the Tampa Bay Rays playing at Steinbrenner Field (enemy territory?!) and marvel at the LA Dodgers' jaw-dropping payroll — seriously, are they buying players or s...

With Johnny B living his best life on a cruise (probably at an all-you-can-eat buffet), Matt Fernandez and John J Murray are holding it down in the studio—with producer James Bothwell jumping into the hot seat. Don’t worry, Johnny still checks in from somewhere in the Caribbean, sounding just drunk enough to be having a better time than you. We break down Super Bowl LVIII —the game, the wild finis...

The 3 Ugly Mugs are back, and this week, the sports world has lost its damn mind. 🏈 NFL Championship Game: We break down the biggest showdown of the year—who’s winning, who’s choking, and which team’s fanbase will riot first. Can the underdog pull off an upset, or is this a foregone conclusion? Plus, will the refs play fair, or are we getting another controversy? 🏀 Luka Doncic Traded for Anthony...

The 3 Ugly Mugs are back, and this week, Johnny B, Matt Fernandez, and John J Murray are serving up hot takes, conspiracy theories, and just the right amount of idiocy to keep things interesting. First up, it’s Super Bowl season, and the guys lay down their official (and highly questionable) predictions. Who’s winning? Who’s choking? And most importantly, how many wings will Johnny B eat before he...

Get ready to laugh and learn with Episode 20 of 3 Ugly Mugs! Johnny B, Matt Fernandez, and John J Murray dive into the NFL Divisional Playoffs, breaking down the games and sharing their predictions for the road to the Super Bowl. They also celebrate the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as Liam Coen decides to stay on board and discuss the thrilling NCAA College Football Championship. In a hilarious segment of...

t's a Saturday morning, and somehow these degenerates were awake and made a show! Johnny B, John J Murray, and Matt Fernandez take a sober look at what happened to the #buccaneers in the #nflwildcard game last week, and what to expect in the offseason. They bring in the biggest thighs in Tampa comedy, and #collegefootball expert Law Smith to discuss the #collegefootballchampionship game and mo...

It's Super Wild Card Weekend and the boys are awake and drinking on empty stomachs!! They discuss the #Buccaneers close call vs. the #Saints and the walk-off #MikeEvans record breaking catch. They breakdown the #nflplayoffs #podcast #standupcomedian #talkshow #subscribe

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Johnny, Matt, and John J start the new year out with the pedal to the metal. If this show doesn't offend you at some point, check your pulse. The most unhinged episode includes Johnny B's disgusting Katy Perry nurse story, Matt's smoke show dermatologist, a 25 year old sport that should be way more popular, #Buccaneers routing the #Panthers and what should happen vs the #Saints th...