Next Up with 99.9 The Fan
In Next Up, host Paul Ihander moves the Triangle sports day forward, providing insight to fans and listeners on the sports world’s biggest stories and trending topics through a personality-based and sound driven presentation. Next Up is a production of 99.9 The Fan in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Episodes
Paul Ihander is joined by Canes Insider Adam Gold to look ahead to game 2 of the Eastern Conference Final + and how all of Canada is laughing at Caniacs, because they don’t want the Canes anywhere near the Cup.
Paul Ihander chops up Thursday’s blowout Canes loss to Montreal and how the players should have woken up mad + the tragic death of NASCAR driver Kyle Busch and the encounters he had with media and the fans.
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Vegas Golden Knights' upset victory on the road in game 1 of their series against the Colorado Avalanche. Can Colorado bounce back if Cale Makar isn't in the lineup? Also, they welcome in Coastal Plain League commissioner Chip Allen to discuss the start of the CPL season, a new team in Zebulon and all things collegiate wood bat baseball.
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview tonight's Eastern Conference Final game 1 between the Carolina Hurricanes and Montreal Canadiens. After 11 days off, will the extended rest be an advantage for Carolina? Will the top line get going on the scoresheet?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 247, for an NC State update on a Wolfpack Wednesday. What's next for NC State baseball after an early exit from the ACC Tournament? Also, they react to the New York Knicks' 22-point 4th quarter comeback to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers in game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
Paul Ihander & Max Goren continue to preview the upcoming Eastern Conference Final series between the Carolina Hurricanes and Montreal Canadiens, as the Western Conference Final between the Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights begins tonight. Also, they discuss whether the NFL is scheduling too many international games at the expense of domestic fans.
Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap Victor Wembanyama's ridiculous performance in game 1 of the NBA Western Conference Finals- do the defending champs in OKC have what it takes to stop him? Also, they discuss golfer Garrick Higgo splitting with his caddie after being late to the tee at last week's PGA Championship.
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the Montreal Canadiens winning game 7 against the Buffalo Sabres in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and they look ahead to the matchup between the Canadiens and the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Final. Also, they discuss an early celebration controversy from the NCHSAA track and field championships that's garnering national attention.
Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in DJ Russ, head coach of Wake Tech baseball, to discuss the Eagles' second half surge into the NJCAA World Series. Also, they discuss Englishman Aaron Rai's PGA Championship title, and the influence Tiger Woods had on this generation of golfers as they were growing up,
Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview game 7 between the Buffalo Sabres and Montreal Canadiens, with the winner moving on to face the Carolina Hurricanes the Eastern Conference Final of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Also, they react to the news of Carolina Panthers DL Terhsawn Wharton getting neck surgery- was rookie Lee Hunter drafted to fill his spot?
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the NFL schedule release, including the Carolina Panthers blowing up opponents' mascots and other teams' creative releases on social media. Also, they discuss Drake's three new albums and his latest diss on LeBron James.
Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the NHL releasing schedule scenarios for the Eastern Conference Final, wherein the Carolina Hurricanes will host game 1 on Tuesday or Thursday next week. Also, they discuss what a Tampa Bay Rays stadium deal could mean for Raleigh's chances at getting a Major League Baseball team.
Paul Ihander brings in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to talk NC State football, men’s basketball, and baseball’s final regular season weekend on a Wolfpack Wednesday. He also talks the possibility of measuring in-game impact beyond a box score, considering the performance of Victor Wembanyama in Tuesday’s San Antonio win over Minnesota in the N...
Paul Ihander discusses the ACC’s support of the college football playoff expansion to 24 teams and the breaking of sports traditions. Plus, the Carolina Hurricanes long wait for their next opponent continues as the NHL postseason trudges on thanks to a fluky Buffalo goal over Montreal.
Dennis Cox discusses how much of the NBA discussion is about what takes place off the court and how the focus needs to be on the court with the NBA Playoffs taking place. Plus, Dennis agrees with SEC commissioner Greg Sankey about the College Football Playoff when it comes to expansion.
Dennis Cox discusses the Carolina Hurricanes signing Mark Jankowski to a 2-year contract extension, and how it impacts their Stanley Cup Playoff window. Plus, the NFL is slowing releasing the 2026 schedule dates, and why Dennis doesn't want the Carolina Panthers to play on a particular weekend.
Dennis Cox & Max Goren discuss whether fans should express concern about the Carolina Hurricanes' top forward line's lack of production, or have faith that they will get going in the Eastern Conference Final. Also, they react to the Carolina Panthers' draft picks' weekend at rookie minicamp, pointing out a potential contributor on defense in Lee Hunter.
Dennis Cox & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' game 4 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, completing a second round sweep to start the Stanley Cup Playoffs 8-0. They also debate pundits and fans that claim Carolina has had an easy path to the conference final.
Dennis Cox discusses which Carolina Panthers rookie he's most excited about watching during rookie mini camp. Plus, the Carolina Hurricanes won't get pushed around by the opponents after a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 3 of the second round of the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Dennis Cox discusses the Carolina Hurricanes beating the Philadelphia Flyers, 4-1, to take a 3-0 series lead in the second round of the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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