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From the Padres’ playoff push to college athletes returning after professional experience, NASCAR’s championship battle, and the changing landscape of San Diego sports venues, The Sports Korner has plenty to argue about this week. Dave Stall and Brendan Thomas start with the Padres as they close in on a postseason berth, discussing their late-season momentum, the MLB strike-zone challenge system, and whether replay technology is making baseball better—or simply creating a new set of arguments.
College sports bring an even bigger debate. Dave and Brendan discuss San Diego State football’s difficult start, the transfer portal and NIL era, and the growing controversy surrounding athletes with previous professional experience becoming eligible for college competition. The question at the heart of the discussion is simple: when an older or previously professional athlete takes a roster spot, what does that mean for the traditional college athlete waiting for an opportunity? The conversation also touches on SDSU basketball and the rapidly changing definition of amateur athletics.
Then it’s time for motorsports. The guys break down the latest NASCAR championship standings, Kyle Larson, Joey Logano, Denny Hamlin, and the intensity surrounding the Bristol night race. Sheldon Creed also gets plenty of attention after finally breaking through at Bristol following a remarkable run of strong finishes there, putting himself in an excellent position in the championship battle.
The show wraps with San Diego’s changing sports landscape, including the Sports Arena redevelopment, the future of events at the site, and the move of the San Diego Seals to Frontwave Arena in Oceanside. Bass Seekers Radio’s Scott Mayers calls in as a Seals season-ticket holder to give his firsthand impressions of Frontwave, its seating, atmosphere, and what fans can expect from the new home. Listen to the full episode for baseball, football, NASCAR, local sports venues, and plenty of Dave-and-Brendan debate along the way.
THE SPORTS KORNER 09/20/26