What happens when a hockey referee controversy, a Bobby Cox tribute, and the debate over NFL turf all collide in one hour? Dave Garner and Big John Davis cover it all on this Winging It Wednesday edition of The Morning Rant — live from North Georgia's home of ESPN Radio. From the Sabres' lucky playoff bounce to the Braves honoring legends, NFL international games, the Preakness, PGA Championship, local high school baseball, and charity golf tournaments, no topic is off limits. Buckle up — it's Hot Takes and Hot Mics.

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00:00 Introduction and Hot Takes and Hot Mics Welcome
02:15 NHL Playoffs — Sabres Even the Series with Canadiens
04:21 Officiating Controversy and Playoff Analysis
06:30 NBA Playoffs and Braves Game One vs. Cubs Recap
10:50 Tribute to Bobby Cox and His Legacy
12:55 NFL International Schedule Release
20:53 NFL Turf vs. Grass Debate and Player Safety
27:20 Looking Ahead: PGA Championship and the Preakness
31:45 Local High School Baseball Final Four Shoutout
33:57 Preakness Picks and Horse Racing Breakdown
50:11 John Davis Golf Classic and Charity Golf Tournaments
54:35 Pickleball, Football Season Preview, and College Football Playoff Expansion
59:07 Wrap-Up and Friday at Bradley's Bar and Grill

What happens when a hockey referee controversy, a Bobby Cox tribute, and the debate over NFL turf all collide in one hour? Dave Garner and Big John Davis cover it all on this Winging It Wednesday edition of The Morning Rant &mdash; live from North Georgia's home of ESPN Radio. From the Sabres' lucky playoff bounce to the Braves honoring legends, NFL international games, the Preakness, PGA Championship, local high school baseball, and charity golf tournaments, no topic is off limits. Buckle up &mdash; it's Hot Takes and Hot Mics.
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00:00 Introduction and Hot Takes and Hot Mics Welcome 02:15 NHL Playoffs &mdash; Sabres Even the Series with Canadiens 04:21 Officiating Controversy and Playoff Analysis 06:30 NBA Playoffs and Braves Game One vs. Cubs Recap 10:50 Tribute to Bobby Cox and His Legacy 12:55 NFL International Schedule Release 20:53 NFL Turf vs. Grass Debate and Player Safety 27:20 Looking Ahead: PGA Championship and the Preakness 31:45 Local High School Baseball Final Four Shoutout 33:57 Preakness Picks and Horse Racing Breakdown 50:11 John Davis Golf Classic and Charity Golf Tournaments 54:35 Pickleball, Football Season Preview, and College Football Playoff Expansion 59:07 Wrap-Up and Friday at Bradley's Bar and Grill

Welcome to 98.1/93.7 WPGY 'The Sports Pig' – where hot takes meet hot mics! As North Georgia's home for ESPN Radio, we deliver the latest in sports news, analysis, and commentary with a side of humor and passion. From college football to pro basketball, we've got your fandom covered. Listen LIVE at SportsPigRadio.com or download 'The Sports Pig' app to take the action wherever you go! 

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Welcome to 98.1/93.7 WPGY 'The Sports Pig' &ndash; where hot takes meet hot mics! As North Georgia's home for ESPN Radio, we deliver the latest in sports news, analysis, and commentary with a side of humor and passion. From college football to pro basketball, we've got your fandom covered. Listen LIVE at <a href="https://www.sportspigradio.com/">SportsPigRadio.com</a> or download 'The Sports Pig' app to take the action wherever you go!&nbsp;
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Welcome to 98.1/93.7 WPGY 'The Sports Pig' – where hot takes meet hot mics! As North Georgia's home for ESPN Radio