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The Mabardy Demo Tapes
by TJ Mabardy
After recently graduating college, TJ Mabardy looks to make his way in the sports media industry by breaking down and researching all of the hottest topics in the sports world today. This includes football, basketball, baseball and more with a Boston spin.
Episodes
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Red Sox Offense Comes Alive in Fenway Opener
The Red Sox offense finally came alive in their first series at Fenway Park — and it was fireworks. After a slow start to the season, the top of the order caught fire, with hitters 1-5 combining for a .380 batting average against St. Louis. Rafael Devers has been on an absolute tear since…
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Red Sox Bounce Back in Baltimore
After a brutal collapse in Game 1 extended their losing streak to four, the Red Sox responded with a massive series win in Baltimore— their first at Camden Yards since 2022. TJ breaks down how Rafael Devers’ long-awaited breakout at the plate helped spark the offense, with key contributions from...
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Red Sox Drop Season-Opening Series in Texas
TJ reacts to the Red Sox dropping three of four to the Rangers to open the 2025 season. He breaks down the offense’s early struggles—especially at the top of the lineup—and their continued issues with hitting with runners in scoring position. While Wilyer Abreu and Kristian Campbell have been...
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Patriots Land Stefon Diggs: Smart Move or Risky Gamble?
The New England Patriots have signed star wide receiver Stefon Diggs to a lucrative 3-year, $69M contract. TJ breaks down what this means for the Patriots, how Diggs fits into their offense, and whether concerns about his personality and injury history are valid. Did the Patriots secure a...
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Round of 64 Day 1 Reactions
In this episode of the GSMC Sports Podcast, TJ breaks down a thrilling opening day of the NCAA Tournament, headlined by Arkansas’ stunning 79-72 victory over Kansas. He dives into John Calipari’s masterful coaching job, the Razorbacks' midseason turnaround, and how Kansas' switch to a zone…
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Breaking Down the Patriots' Free Agency Spending Spree
TJ reacts to the New England Patriots' aggressive moves over the first 24 hours of free agency, highlighted by big-money deals for defensive standouts such as Milton Williams (4 years, $104M) and Carlton Davis (3 years, $60M). He breaks down how these signings signal a shift in team philosophy…
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Red Sox Land Bregman, Now What? Sorting Out the Infield Logjam
The Red Sox made a massive splash by signing Alex Bregman, but his arrival has sparked plenty of questions about positional fits—especially for Rafael Devers. Should Rafi shift to DH sooner than expected with his defensive struggles and Bregman fresh off a Gold Glove season? Plus, how does this...
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Super Bowl LVIII Reactions: Eagles Dominate, Chiefs Crumble
TJ breaks downSuper Bowl LVIII, where thePhiladelphia Eagles overwhelmed theKansas City Chiefs, proving they were the superior roster from start to finish. He dives into how the Eagles’defense dictated the game, shutting down Mahomes without blitzing and racking upsix sacks—the most Mahomes has...
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The Fallout of the Luka Doncic Trade
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ breaks down the shocking blockbuster trade, sending Luka Doncic to the Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis. He breaks down the Mavs' questionable logic, the implication of their all-in move, and whether AD truly moves the needle for them (2:25). He...
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NFL Conference Championship Weekend Takeaways
TJ breaks down each of the NFL Conference Championship games, highlighting key moments and discussing the impact of each result. Bills vs. Chiefs (0:45) Commanders vs. Eagles (34:27) Music: 'Savior' by Pipe Choir Courtesy of Free Music Archive, CC BY
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Conference Championship Weekend Preview
TJ breaks down the AFC and NFC Championship games. He discusses the main storylines of the game, highlights three questions that will determine the outcome, the biggest key for each team, and makes his picks. Bills vs. Chiefs (0:56) Commanders vs. Eagles (32:41) Music: 'Savior' by Pipe Choir...
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NFL Divisional Round Predictions
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ breaks down and predicts each of the NFL Divisional Round playoff matchups. Texans vs. Chiefs (0:56) Commanders vs. Lions (17:53) Rams vs. Eagles (27:56) Ravens vs. Bills (36:42) Music: 'Savior' by Pipe Choir Courtesy of Free Music Archive, CC BY
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Patriots Hire Mike Vrabel as Head Coach: A Culture Reset in New England
The New England Patriots have hired Mike Vrabel as their next head coach, signing him to a multiyear contract just a week after parting ways with Jerod Mayo. While the move isn’t surprising, it raises questions about the Patriots' hiring process and their decision to bypass other intriguing...
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Patriots End Turbulent Season By Firing Jerod Mayo
The New England Patriots wrapped up their season with a bittersweet win over the Buffalo Bills, losing out on the #1 draft pick in the process. TJ dives into the divisive reactions among Patriots fans, the impact of dropping to the #4 pick, and the long-term ramifications for the franchise. He...
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Patriots’ Woes Continue in Week 12 Loss to Dolphins
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ dives into the New England Patriots’ tough Week 12 loss against the Miami Dolphins. Dominated for much of the game, the Patriots’ offensive dysfunction was on full display, raising serious concerns about the development of rookie quarterback Drake…
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Patriots’ Woes Continue in Week 12 Loss to Dolphins
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ dives into the New England Patriots’ tough Week 12 loss against the Miami Dolphins. Dominated for much of the game, the Patriots’ offensive dysfunction was on full display, raising serious concerns about the development of rookie quarterback Drake…
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Drake Maye Continues to Improve in Patriots’ Loss to Rams: Week 11 Reactions
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ breaks down the New England Patriots’ Week 11 showdown against the Los Angeles Rams, where rookie quarterback Drake Maye delivered his most impressive NFL performance yet. Despite the Patriots falling short on the scoreboard, TJ explains why this game...
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Drake Maye Continues to Improve in Patriots’ Loss to Rams: Week 11 Reactions
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ breaks down the New England Patriots’ Week 11 showdown against the Los Angeles Rams, where rookie quarterback Drake Maye delivered his most impressive NFL performance yet. Despite the Patriots falling short on the scoreboard, TJ explains why this game...
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Eagles Extend Win Streak With TNF Victory vs. Commanders
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ breaks down the Week 11 Thursday Night Football clash between the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders. With the Eagles securing their sixth straight victory, TJ highlights the defensive dominance that has fueled Philadelphia’s impressive…
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Eagles Extend Win Streak With TNF Victory vs. Commanders
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ breaks down the Week 11 Thursday Night Football clash between the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders. With the Eagles securing their sixth straight victory, TJ highlights the defensive dominance that has fueled Philadelphia’s impressive…
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Patriots Top Bears in Drake Maye vs. Caleb Williams Showdown
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ dissects the New England Patriots’ thrilling victory over the Chicago Bears, marking a pivotal showdown between top 2024 NFL Draft picks Drake Maye and Caleb Williams. With Maye guiding the Patriots to their highest yardage output of the season, TJ...
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Patriots Top Bears in Drake Maye vs. Caleb Williams Showdown
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ dissects the New England Patriots’ thrilling victory over the Chicago Bears, marking a pivotal showdown between top 2024 NFL Draft picks Drake Maye and Caleb Williams. With Maye guiding the Patriots to their highest yardage output of the season, TJ...
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Ravens Edge Bengals in Thursday Night Thriller: Impact on AFC Playoff Picture
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ breaks down the electrifying Thursday Night Football showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals. The game came down to the final seconds, with the Bengals scoring a last-minute touchdown but falling short on a two-point conversion...
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Ravens Edge Bengals in Thursday Night Thriller: Impact on AFC Playoff Picture
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ breaks down the electrifying Thursday Night Football showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals. The game came down to the final seconds, with the Bengals scoring a last-minute touchdown but falling short on a two-point conversion...
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2024 NFL Trade Deadline Recap
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ dissects the blockbuster trades that shaped the 2024 NFL season at this year’s trade deadline. With playoff hopes on the line, top teams like the Detroit Lions, Washington Commanders, and Pittsburgh Steelers made significant moves to strengthen their...
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2024 NFL Trade Deadline Recap
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ dissects the blockbuster trades that shaped the 2024 NFL season at this year’s trade deadline. With playoff hopes on the line, top teams like the Detroit Lions, Washington Commanders, and Pittsburgh Steelers made significant moves to strengthen their...
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Patriots' Overtime Heartbreak: Drake Maye Shines Again, But Team Falls Short vs. Titans
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ dives into the New England Patriots’ nail-biting Week 9 overtime loss to the Tennessee Titans. With both teams sitting near the bottom of the NFL standings, this matchup represented a prime opportunity for the Patriots to secure a much-needed win....
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Patriots' Overtime Heartbreak: Drake Maye Shines Again, But Team Falls Short vs. Titans
In this episode of The Mabardy Demo Tapes, TJ dives into the New England Patriots’ nail-biting Week 9 overtime loss to the Tennessee Titans. With both teams sitting near the bottom of the NFL standings, this matchup represented a prime opportunity for the Patriots to secure a much-needed win....
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Lakers Win the Inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament
The NBA's first ever In-Season Tournament has concluded and the Los Angeles Lakers have been crowned the winners of the NBA Cup. TJ first gives his takeaways from the seminfinal matchups that saw the Pacers defeat the Bucks (1:01), and then the Lakers dismantle the Pelicans (8:00). He then gets...
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Patriots Week 13: Pats Survive Ugly 2nd Half to Win in PIT
The NFL couldn't flex the Pats out of this primetime game! The Patriots went on the road to Pittsburgh to knock off the reeling Steelers and snap their five-game losing streak. Bailey Zappe played an incredible first half in route to the Pats scoring 21 points. Although the second half wasn't...
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NBA In-Season Tournament Knockout Round Reactions
The first single-elimination knockout round of the NBA's inaugural in-season tournament has wrapped up, and we're down to 4 teams: the Pacers, Bucks, Pelicans and Lakers. TJ breaks down the matchups that took place this past round, while also looking at the bigger picture for some of the teams...
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Patriots Week 13: QB Change Not Enough for Historically Bad Offense
The Patriots finally moved on from Mac Jones as their starting quarterback, and the offense responded by beating shut out at home for the second time this season. TJ takes a look at Bailey Zappe's first start of the season in route to a 6-0 loss vs the Los Angeles Chargers. Additionally, the...
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Lions Comeback Win, Chargers Crumble & Other NFL Week 11 Storylines
Week 11 is in the books, and TJ takes a broad view of the Sunday slate of games. He covers the biggest win of the day, biggest loss of the day, and recaps the rest of the matchups. Finally, he ends the show talking about a surprisingly entertaining SNF matchup between the Vikings and Broncos....
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Bengals Season In Jeopardy as Joe Burrow Goes Down During TNF
In what was expected to be a fun and exciting TNF matchup between the Bengals and the Ravens, injuries were the story of the game as Joe Burrow left with a serious wrist injury. The Ravens went on to beat the Bengals handedly, but not without suffering some injuries of their own. TJ gives his...
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The Impressive Start to the Season for Joe Mazzulla & The Celtics
As the Celtics strong start to the 2023-24 season continues, TJ briefly gives his thoughts on his first TD Garden experience of the season from the team's win on Monday versus the Knicks (0:52). He then talks about Joe Mazzulla's start to his second season as the team's head coach in comparison…
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Patriots Week 10: Is This It For Mac Jones As the Starter?
It was another week and another loss for the Patriots, and this one could be monumental. Mac Jones was benched for the potential game-winning drive at the end after one of his worst interceptions all year. Even with the team still coming short with Bailey Zappe, it feels like it may be over for…
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NFL Midseason Takeaways: AFC North, Chiefs, Top of NFC & More
With Week 9 of the NFL season officially in the books, we are now halfway through the regular season. TJ takes breaks down how both conferences stand at the moment, the current playoff picture, and the key storylines surrounding the playoff, and championship hopefuls. Starting with the AFC, he...
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The Rangers Win the World Series, & Gut Reactions From the First 1.5 Weeks of NBA
The Texas Rangers are World Series champions for the first time in the franchise's history. Despite enduring some key injuries along the way, they made their way to the final dance and took the league by storm, setting multiple records on their way. TJ talks about the keys to their run, the...
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NFL Trade Deadline Reactions, & Breaking Down the James Harden Trade
It was a big day for trades across the sports world, as about 14 hours before the NFL trade deadline, the Philadelphia 76ers finally traded James Harden. TJ lays out the deals that were made in the NFL, and how they could effect some playoff hopeful teams. (2:04) Then, TJ breaks down the James...
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Patriots Week 8: Offense Continues to Disappoint, & Celtics Start Season Strong
After another underwhelming week of Patriots football, they fall to 2-6, and any sort of postseason optimism that existed from last week is rapidly fleeting. TJ talks about Mac Jones' struggles, and the offense as a whole. Meanwhile, the Celtics tipped off their season on Wednesday, and begin…
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Celtics 2023-2024 Preview
The most anticipated Celtics season in years debuts today, and TJ talks his expectations for the year ahead. He talks about what questions surround this Celtics team, what they need to do to improve on last season, and how they match up against the best teams in the league. Music: 'Savior' by…
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Patriots Week 7: A Happy Surprise as Patriots Upset Bills
The Patriots find themselves back in the win column after a shocking upset of the Buffalo Bills. Despite tanking likely being the best path for the team, who doesn't love a division win against a Bills team that has pushed the Patriots around for the past few years? TJ highlights the positive...
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2023-24 NBA Preview: Superlatives and Storylines for the Season to Come
With the start of the upcoming NBA season just around the corner, TJ gives his opinions on some key players and teams for the year ahead. First, he hands out a series of superlatives to individual players and teams, and then highlights some of his most anticipated team storylines. Music: 'Savior'...
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Patriots Week 6: Embrace the Tank
The good news is the Patriots are back to being within reach of winning football games. The bad news is they still can't manage to come up in the big moments. With a 1-5 record and matchups against the Bills and Dolphins coming up before the trade deadline, it's time for Patriots fans to accept…
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Astros and Rangers Advance to Inner-State ALCS & The Diamondbacks' Cinderella Run Continues
Three out of four divisional series matchups are complete as playoff baseball is heating up. Two division and state rivals in the Texas Rangers and Houston Astros are set to face off for a chance to advance to the World Series. TJ breaks down their series wins against the Orioles and Twins...
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The Patriots Keep Getting Worse & the Celtics Finally Start Playing Games
It's a miserable season for the New England Patriots as they get shutout by the New Orleans Saints 34-0 at home. TJ talks about the state of the team, the outlook on the rest of the year and hosts a depressing therapy session (0:43). The Celtics extended Payton Pritchard to a contract extension…
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Justin Fields shines in TNF, MLB Wild Card Takeaways & Weekend Look-ahead
The Bears finally won a game! They put an end to the 14-game losing streak stretching back to Week 7 of last season, and in doing so Justin Fields put up likely his greatest game of his career up to this point. Were people too quick to dismiss him when things went wrong at the beginning of the...
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MLB Playoff Day 1 Recap & Reactions
We're currently entering prime sports season. While it's easy to get wrapped up in football season and the upcoming basketball and hockey seasons, the MLB playoffs have arrived! Today TJ recaps the four Wild Card matchups that kicked off the postseason, and looks at the storylines going forward…
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Are the Lions Super Bowl Contenders?
The Lions won their fourth consecutive game versus their division rival Green Bay Packers, and with the rest of the NFC North faltering early are in prime possession to win the division and possibly more. TJ takes a look at Detroit and evaluates how serious of Super Bowl contenders they are. He...
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Patriots Hit Rock Bottom in Dallas, While the Celtics Trade for Jrue Holiday
The Patriots suffered the worst loss in Bill Belichick's tenure in New England, and the vibes of Patriot Nation are low. TJ talks about what the loss means for the security of Mac Jones' job going forward and what the future looks like for the Patriots and Belichick. (0:40) On the brighter side,...
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After recently graduating college, TJ Mabardy looks to make his way in the sports media industry by breaking down and researching all of the hottest topics in the sports world today. This includes football, basketball, baseball and more with a Boston spin.
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