Memorial Week Mayhem: NBA, NHL Playoffs, and Driver Testing Drama

Send us Fan MailRecorded May 27th, 2025Graham and Scott reunite for a Tuesday edition of the Bald Guys on the Bench podcast, serving up hot takes on everything from Hollywood to hockey!The duo kicks things off with summer vibes and Memorial Day weekend reflections before diving into an unexpected movie discussion. Could Tom Cruise, at 62 years old and still performing jaw-dropping stunts in the latest Mission Impossible film, be the last true movie star? The hosts compare his legacy against other action stars while marveling at his physicality and versatility across genres.Hockey fans will appreciate their breakdown of the NHL playoffs, where Florida and Edmonton appear headed for a Stanley Cup Final rematch. The conversation highlights Florida's unexpected emergence as a hockey powerhouse state, challenging traditional markets. Similarly, they dissect the NBA conference finals, with both series at 3-1, analyzing Oklahoma City's impressive young roster and the Pacers' surprising playoff run.The football segment heats up with passionate debate about the Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback dilemma. Should they pursue Aaron Rodgers despite his advancing age and tendency to skip team activities? The hosts weigh immediate competitiveness against long-term team building, exploring rumors surrounding Kirk Cousins, Will Levis, and other potential options. Additional NFL news touches on Joey Bosa's injury concerns with the Bills and Najee Harris trade rumors.Golf enthusiasts won't want to miss their coverage of Lucas Glover's bombshell revelation about PGA Tour driver testing practices, Will Zalatoris's unfortunate back surgery announcement, and the Tour Championship's format changes. The episode wraps with Memorial Tournament predictions and US Open qualifying discussions.Ready for straight-shooting sports talk that doesn't pull punches? Hit play and join the bench conversation!#baldguysonthebench #graboneandcrackone #nhl #nba #stanleycupplayoffs #nbaplayoffs