Mackey & Judd -- a Minnesota Sports Podcast

We have an announcement on about the future of OG on Write That Down; Stranger Things predictions involving the finale and maybe another episode; Plus other predictions involving the Twins, Timberwolves and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Why Rudy Gobert is the most unfairly maligned players in Minnesota Timberwolves history; Why the Timberwolves have thrown a grenade in OKC Thunder armory; Plus, latest Timberwolves news as it related to Trae Young and more on Flagrant Howls. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Judd, Jessi, and AJ assess how the congested NHL standings will make it tough for the Wild to make that next move people feel is coming, and what sort of options could present itself. What sort of changes could be made to the Wild's power play? Plus more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n...

Minnesota Vikings stud stable from Randy Vikes 69, who had a tough time getting through the stable; It’s a massive weekend of football on tap; Dex is Kliff Kingsbury curious and more statements on Mackey & Judd. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Will Minnesota Vikings keep Brian Flores for the 2026 season; What other teams cold pry away the Vikings DC; Will the Vikings make any other changes to their coaching staff; Plus Harrison Smith’s future with the Vikings and more Vikings news with Doogie on Purple Daily. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Timberwolves' season, the state of the arena situation in the Twin Cities and how relevant can Gophers men's basketball be in the future? Reusse hits on it all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Minnesota Timberwolves have a crisis of confidence with weird losses to bad teams; The Timberwolves have a bench problem; Rudy Gobert is actually having his best season with the Timberwolves yet; Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards continues to ascend and more Timberwolves news on Flagrant Howls! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/p...

Judd and AJ talk about how the Minnesota Wild's latest road trip has been going, seeing the team set to play twice more before returning home. Does Quinn Hughes deserve a chance in the shootout? Does the league need to adapt from the IIHF rules? Plus talk about tonight's medal games for the World Juniors! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...

What a nice win for the Minnesota Gophers men’s basketball team this past Saturday night in Evanston against Northwestern! Is the Minnesota Gophers early season Big Ten success sustainable? Just how good of a player is Cade Tyson and can the Gophers increase their depth during the season? For the football team, Koi Perich has entered the transfer portal. If he’s not back in 2026, is it all doom an...

Judd and AJ talk about the Wild's win over the Ducks that saw Quinn Hughes tally four assists. How impactful has he been for the entire team since being traded for? Plus the two discuss the announcements of Olympic team rosters and USA falling to Finland in the World Juniors! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i...

Gophers lose Minnesota native Koi Perich to the transfer portal; Why the transfer portal has made college football so bizarre; College Football Playoff has been fantastic; Plus, Patrick’s thoughts on the Vikings, world juniors and more on Reusse Unchained. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Reusse has thoughts on J.J. McCarthy, the Vikings game against the Packers and the NFL's inability to keep players healthy. And that's just the start. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mackey and Judd deliver their hottest Minnesota Timberwolves takes! Topics include Naz Reid's breakout game against the Chicago Bulls, Bones Hyland as a major cure for Wolves problems, what Judd wants to see with the upcoming schedule, and why the Timberwolves have such a wide variance in how they play each night.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

Mackey and Doogie recklessly speculate on whether Kirk Cousins could return to the Minnesota Vikings in 2026... What is his current contract situation? What would it cost the Minnesota Vikings? And would Cousins back up JJ McCarthy or compete with him? Plus, will Brian Flores leave? And will Harrison Smith retire?  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

Judd, Jessi, and AJ discuss the Wild forcing the Knights to pull Carter Hart after putting 5 goals past him, the play of Marcus Johansson, Matt Boldy continuing to surge, and more! Plus Jessi and AJ talk about a confrontation they had at Monday's USA vs. Slovakia game! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mackey and Judd dive into a State of the Minnesota Timberwolves discussion! Including reacting to Anthony Edwards' comments after the Wolves embarrassing loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Why do the Wolves keep running into these similar lulls against bad teams? Plus, more Timberwolves trade rumors and ideas + some of our favorite and least favorite Timberwolves things.  See Privacy Policy at https:...

Judd and AJ start the week with a discussion off the Wild's thrilling comeback win over the Jets that saw a late Mats Zuccarello goal and a Matt Boldy OT winner. What to make of the sluggish play early and if it matters, the process in overtime, and the game plan in 3v3 to set up the winner. Plus a talk about the World Juniors so far, who has surprised, and how USA will fare moving forward! See Pr...

The Minnesota Gophers beat New Mexico in the 2025 Rate Bowl by a final of 20-17. P.J. Fleck is now 7-0 in bowl games at the University of Minnesota and the Minnesota Gophers finish the season with at least 8 wins for the fourth time in five years. The Minnesota Gophers were led offensively by Jalen Smith who had 6 catches for 64 yards with two great TD receptions. In postgame, star defensive linem...

Minnesota Timberwolves and Devner Nuggets throw haymakers on Christmas Day; Timberwolves struggle to keep up at the end against Denver; More insight on Kevin Garnett’s return to the Timberwolves and more feedback on Flagrant Howls with Mackey, Judd, and Dex. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Judd and AJ gather for a Boxing Day discussion about Quinn Hughes now 6 games into his Minnesota Wild tenure. Is he fully integrated yet or will it take more time? What will things look like once he builds more chemistry with teammates? Is there a case to put Brock Faber on top power play unit with him? Plus more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at htt...

Judd, Jessi, and AJ discuss the potential of the Minnesota Wild trading for Nashville Predators center Ryan O'Reilly and if he'd be worth the price tag. What did he show in the game against Minnesota on Tuesday? Is the price something Bill Guerin would pay? Plus talk on special teams, the Wild's upcoming road trip, and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

The Minnesota Gophers will look to move to 7-0 under P.J. Fleck in bowl games on Friday when they take on the New Mexico Lobos in the Rate Bowl. Who will win the game and why? What matchups favor the Minnesota Gophers and what matchups are a cause for concern? Thor Nystrom and Ross Brendel preview the game, look at Gophers in the pros and provide some thoughts on the college football playoff. 1:30...

Minnesota Vikings QB JJ McCarthy is OUT for the Lions game with a hairline fracture on his hand; When did the injury happen to the Vikings QB; Vikings turn to Max Brosmer as the starting quarterback and more on Purple Daily with Doogie! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Minnesota Vikings have ZERO Pro Bowlers for 2025 season; Why this disappointing for the Vikings; Plus statements on the Minnesota Twins fan base being miserable and more on a Statements edition of Mackey & Judd. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Reusse , aka Mr. Puck, starts out by talking hockey, but then gets into what has happened with J.J. McCarthy in a season that was once filled with expectations. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .