Hog And The Curtain Sports Show

  Nature Boy returns, joining Dave, to throw out his own predictions for the upcoming NFL season, and then breakdown the Steelers' chances to hoist the Lombardi Trophy once again.  Plus, Dave rants on what sparked the Marlins-Nationals brawl, and Nature Boy debuts his new segment.  Top 3: 2010 Fantasy Sleepers picks.  

With just over a week away, Dave and Tuben breakdown the upcoming NFL regular season division-by-division and predict everything from the Super Bowl to mid-season retirements.  But before that, the guys announce the unveiling of the official HATC logo, the launch of the HATC website, and the brand new HATC iPhone App, now available!!!  Top 3: 2010 NFL Fantasy Sleeper picks.

Nature Boy & Dave get the verdict on their bet, as Tuben reveals whether or not he successfully completed the "Haynesworth Conditioning Test", and then ASK FOR YOUR HELP to set up their next big bet.  The boys, then, discuss Dustin Johnson "bunkering" down, the rise of talent around the PGA, and the Redskins and Steelers victories in NFL Preseason week 1.  Top 3: Favorite Game Shows.

Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben tackle the newest members of the Pro Football and MLB Halls of Fame, and take a closer look at how to improve the HOF (and All-Star) voting process.  Also, the guys talk Tiger, as the formerly fierce feline stinks up the litterbox.  Top 3: Unbreakable Records.

Tuben takes on the 1st ever HATC "physical challenge" after he, Nature Boy and Dave discuss opening week of training camp.  Also, the guys delve into the rash of trades before baseball's Trade Deadline, as well as the World Series of Poker final table.  Top 3: Athletes of our Lifetime.

  Nature Boy, Tuben & Dave discuss "The Boss"'s legacy as a sports owner, the (maybe not-so) boring British Open that was, and the Blockbuster Superfight that will NEVER happen... and as always, a borderline psych-ward-worthy Top 3.  Top 3: Dream Golf Foursomes.  

Dave, Nature Boy & Tuben take a look back at a "bruising" World Cup Final and what might be done to improve the refereeing, and discuss the latest fallout from the LeBron mess, including Jesse Jackson's comments about LeBron leaving "the Plantation".  Top 3: Ugliest Athletes.

The Hog and The Curtain Sports Show goes 5-wide for the 1st time, as Dave, Nature Boy & Tuben are joined by their NBA expert, Hayes, and co-creator of the "Sports Daggers" sports blog, Chris Dempsey, for an all out round-table discussion on LeBron James' move to South Beach and the repercussions that will follow!

Tuben, Dave and Nature Boy are back together, as they talk World Cup semifinals, the "smartest" red card ever, the intrigue of a LeBron/Wade/Bosh merger, MLB All-Star selections, UFC 116, & much more! (including Tuben's possible future in the MLE & a Top 3 that'll get the testosterone pumping). Top 3: Favorite Fights Ever.

PART 2 of 2: Dave and Nature Boy are joined by their old friend (and Italy fan) Geoff Noto to discuss the early exits of a few traditional "soccer-powers", the reasons for USA's loss, and the future of US Soccer... as well as the possible "Code Red" in store for Albert Haynesworth.  Top 3: Biggest Referee Screwjobs.

PART 1 OF 2: Due to scheduling conflicts, Tuben and Dave head a two-man show that focuses on the evaluation of the US World Cup run, England's lack of an impact, upcoming blockbuster match-ups, and the dawning of the John Wall-era in Washington, D.C.  Top 3: Biggest Referee Screwjobs.

Dave, Nature Boy & Tuben chat it up about Week 2 of the World Cup, the Lakers' championship, Kobe's possible "revelation", Strasburg's continued success, John Wall coming to DC, & more!  Top 3: Favorite Candy Bars.

Tuben, Dave & Nature Boy rehash USA/England and week 1 of the World Cup, as well as Celtics/Lakers and the Nationals' ace, Stephen Strasburg.  Top 3: Most Overrated Movies.

PART 2 OF 2:  Dave, Tuben and Nature Boy continue the free-for-all, as they try to get a read on the NBA Finals, discuss the passing of a true legend, and ask the question: As a coach, why go Pro?  Also, a quick look at the dawning of the Strasburg-era in DC.  Top 3: Most Memorable World Cup Games.

PART 1 OF 2:  Dave, Nature Boy, and Tuben loosen the reigns and take on a smorgasbord of topics beginning with the opening of World Cup 2010 this weekend!  The guys discuss Team USA's chances, the rash of injured stars, and their attempt at using the HATC jinx to their benefit.  Also, they hit on the recent talk of NCAA Conference expansion...

Hayes returns to the show to help break down Celtics/Lakers-- how they got there, and who will win-- as well as the rumored "NBA Free Agent Superstar Summit".  Then Dave, Tuben and Nature Boy rehash the US Soccer week-that-was, and the beginning of the Stanley Cup Finals.  Top 3: Plate Appearance Music.

Tuben joins Nature Boy and Dave as they discuss the non-competitive NBA Playoffs, the Wizards luck changing, and some monster fines by David Stern... as well as the possibility of a cold-weather Super Bowl.  Top 3: Favorite Cereals Ever.

Dave, Nature Boy & Tuben discuss last week's "egg" laid by the Cavaliers, the Delonte West/LeBron rumors, and preview the Conference Finals.  Also, a quick update on the Caps off-season moves, and a DC-oriented "One For The Road" by Tuben.  Top 3: Favorite Athlete/Actors.

Nature Boy, Tuben, and Dave talk US Soccer cuts for the upcoming World Cup, "sweep"ing across the NBA, LeBron laying an egg, and Tiger nursing his neck.  One For The Road continues as Nature Boy lays down Marshall Law on fans, and a musical Top 3... Top 3: Albums to be Exiled with.

Dave and Tuben welcome Nature Boy back from Sin City and he explains how he won money on a sure-fire LOCK bet.  The guys also discuss their on-going jinxing abilities and the Steelers draft that was before debuting a new segment "One for the Road"... and finishing with the always popular, Top 3!