Five Arms and A Lucky Fin - Weekly Sports Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Brendan (B Mac) and David (Big Diesel) break down the WILDEST NBA offseason in recent memory. Giannis Antetokounmpo is officially a Miami Heat — what does the Bam-Giannis frontcourt mean for the Eastern Conference? LeBron James hits free agency with the Golden State Warriors in the mix, and Kawhi Leonard's trade is frozen pending an NBA investigation. The crew also tackles th...

Send us Fan Mail Not in the top 10 in favorite to win the National Title. The Oklahoma Sooner get hot at the right time and tear through a gaunlet in the NCAA tournament into the College World Series.  In the NCAA Tournament, Oklahoma defeated the No. 2 (Georgia Tech, twice), No. 3 (Georgia, twice), No. 5 (North Carolina, twice), No. 7 (Alabama) and No. 15 (Kansas, twice) national seeds. Our thoug...

Send us Fan Mail Kenneth's brief review of Game 1 of the 2026 College World Series: Oklahoma's dominance in the postseason has landed them in the College World Series final. They scored 9 runs against the Tarheels while surrendering only 3, and all 3 runs happened in just the first inning. Our thoughts on the Lucky Fin Inning Show. Support the show Give us a follow! Thank you for listeni...

Send us Fan Mail Brendan Sorsby bet on Indiana Football. The NCAA tried to end his career. Then he sued them — and won. B Mac, Lucky Fin, and Big Diesel break down one of the most controversial eligibility rulings in college football history. Was Sorsby an addict who needed help, or a cheater who gamed the system? And what does this mean for every program in the country — including Indiana? In thi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we discuss the eight teams heading to Omaha, Nebraska: No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs, No. 5 North Carolina Tar Heels, No. 6 Texas Longhorns, No. 7 Alabama Crimson Tide, No. 16 West Virginia Mountaineers, Oklahoma Sooners, Ole Miss Rebels, and Troy Trojans . We review the recent Super Regional results, spotlight impactful players like Justin Lebron and Cade Townsend, and...

Send us Fan Mail How will this year's Super Regionals unfold? Will they mirror the regional games? Here are our predictions for each Super Regional, including which team will sweep their series. Support the show Give us a follow! Thank you for listening and your support! Instagram: 5alfpodcast Tiktok: 5alfpodcast X: 5ALFpodcast YouTube: fivearmsandaluckyfin Use code 5ALF10 for 10% OFF at chec...

Send us Fan Mail Why is Jalen Brunson the most IMPORTANT player in the NBA right now? In this episode of Five Arms And A Lucky Fin, B Mac, and Big Diesel break down how Brunson has transformed the New York Knicks from a playoff hopeful into a legitimate title contender. Is he the real MVP? We look at the stats, the culture shift in NYC, and why the nba still hasn't figured out how to stop him...

Send us Fan Mail Today's show previews each of the 16 regionals. You’ll get our picks and reactions at the end on who has the best-looking bracket for the Road to Omaha. Join the conversation by following along and commenting! #collegebaseball WATCH ON: 📼 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivearmsandaluckyfin 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discou...

Send us Fan Mail The Spurs just SHOCKED the world by taking down OKC in Game 1, the Eagles are officially in "Chaos Mode," and Tyreek Hill to the Chiefs rumors are heating up. 🏀🏈 B Mac and Big Diesel are breaking down a massive week in sports—from Wemby outplaying SGA to the most cursed Week 1 NFL schedule reveal we've ever seen. Is Jalen Hurts really on the trade block after no-s...

Send us Fan Mail Is Coach Cignetti’s Indiana Football truly DIFFERENT, or is the Big Ten still sleeping on the Hoosiers? 🔴⚪ Today on the Hoosier Homer Hour, B Mac, Lucky Fin, and Big Diesel dive deep into the National Championship hangover, the recruiting trail momentum with Mason McDermott and Monshun Sales, and why the "anonymous" Big Ten coaches are finally starting to sweat. On the...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's college baseball podcast, we break down Week 14 as we gear up for the Road to Omaha! Join Kenny for a solo recap of thrilling games, including the epic USC vs. Oregon series. We’ll touch on the early conference tournament action, spotlighting surprising results—especially Southeastern’s struggles in the Southland. Kenny shares his top picks from the BIG 10, SEC...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the shifting landscape of college baseball. Who is out of the bubble, and who is getting a bigger bubble now? We discuss whether West Virginia deserves to be considered a regional host following their impressive series sweep against Kansas. We also delve into Florida State's upcoming showdown with Miami and what key performances they need to delive...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive deep into how teams built on arms versus those built on bats handled this week, and explore how pitching and hitting strategies help shape the Road to Omaha.  We also review some intense SEC matchups that revealed more about each team's strengths as a whole. Florida, Auburn, and Texas' pitching continues to support their offense as they strive fo...

Send us Fan Mail Fernando Mendoza is officially the #1 overall pick 👀🔥 and it’s a huge moment for Indiana Football. In this episode of Hoosier Homer Hour (a segment of 5ALF), we break down the full Indiana Hoosiers NFL Draft results , headlined by Mendoza going first overall. We dive into:  How Fernando Mendoza became the #1 overall pick  What makes him NFL-ready   Full Indiana draft results and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of our podcast, we're diving into the exciting world of college baseball! We'll discuss the intense matchup between hot and cold teams in the ACC and explore the midweek mayhem across the country. Join us as we break down the face-offs between conference leaders and contenders, highlighting teams built on powerful pitching versus those that excel with the...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we recap the thrilling events of Week 11 in College Baseball. Georgia and Ole Miss delivered impressive performances, while Florida State and Missouri State faced unexpected sweeps over the weekend. Pittsburgh is on a roll after sweeping #10 Virginia. The question remains: is this sweep more indicative of Pittsburgh's strength or Virginia's weaknesses? Additio...

Send us Fan Mail As we dive into the Midweek Review for College Baseball, we’re looking at the pivotal moments as mid-major teams gear up for the final weeks of the season. We analyze Nebraska's loss to Kansas and discuss its implications for their postseason prospects. Additionally, we explore how West Virginia can bounce back after getting walloped against Pitt.  Join us as we make our pred...

Send us Fan Mail Week 10 of college baseball really highlights how tricky it can be to rank teams these days. It feels like a roulette wheel depending on your RPI or just going with what you see. What’s the deal with Georgia Tech after that series loss? And how does the sweep by Nebraska and USC play into this? Is USC hurt more, or does this help Nebraska more? It’s tough to figure out how to rank...

Send us Fan Mail The NBA Playoffs are right around the corner and we’re already getting takes off. In this episode, we break down our reactions and early overreactions heading into the playoffs — who we trust, who we don’t, and what storylines are already getting blown out of proportion. We also touch on the NHL Playoffs … and yeah, we’ll keep it real — we’re still learning as we go 😂 If you’re h...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Hoosier Homer Hour , a new segment from 5ALF dedicated to all things Indiana Athletics . In this episode, we dive into the latest Indiana Hoosiers transfer portal news , breaking down potential targets, roster needs, and offseason moves that could shape the program heading into next season. From key departures to possible additions, we give our honest takes on where Ind...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for some college baseball excitement! Teams like Bethune-Cookman, UC Santa Barbara, and Long Beach State have pulled off monumental upsets against top-ranked opponents! Kenny is live from San Diego, soaking up the electric atmosphere after San Diego State faced UC San Diego! We're also hyped for the showdown between Georgia Tech and North Carolina! 🔥 Plus, watch fo...

Send us Fan Mail April showers bring... Maybe they play game 3? We discuss the ongoing competition in the SEC and which teams are getting stronger. Additionally, we talk about the Texas and Texas A&M series, and we wrap up by considering potential regional hosts. Support the show Give us a follow! Thank you for listening and your support! Instagram: 5alfpodcast Tiktok: 5alfpodcast X: 5ALFpodca...

Send us Fan Mail Jasen Aidt fills in solo for our first Midweek Game review. Portland upsets Oregon and takes the series. How will the hot rivalry of Texas vs. Texas A&M go over the weekend?  Support the show Give us a follow! Thank you for listening and your support! Instagram: 5alfpodcast Tiktok: 5alfpodcast X: 5ALFpodcast YouTube: fivearmsandaluckyfin Use code 5ALF10 for 10% OFF at checkout...

Send us Fan Mail The Masters 2026 is here 🌺🏌️‍♂️ and we’ve got you covered with a full preview of Augusta National. We break down:  • Top contenders and betting favorites  • Best sleeper picks (value plays 👀)  • Course fit and Augusta strategy  • Who we think wins the Green Jacket 🟢🏆 From elite ball strikers to short-game specialists, we analyze who’s built to win at Augusta and who could surp...

Send us Fan Mail Michigan is your National Champion 🏆🔥 We break down everything from last night’s title game — the biggest plays, turning points, and who stepped up when it mattered most. From elite guard play to coaching decisions, this was a championship performance to remember. We also dive into what this win means for Michigan moving forward, legacy talk, and how this team stacks up against...