Burnin’ Daylight Podcast

The Colorado Rockies are on pace for a historic meltdown—and honestly, it’s the most fun we’ve had watching them in years.

On this episode of Burnin’ Daylight Sports, I’m joined by Eric Winkler and Jake Rehnquist to break down the Rockies’ total collapse, the 21-0 disasterclass against the Padres, Bud Black’s firing, and why 130 losses might be the only way forward.

We also get into:

Jacob Wilson vs. Tarik Skubal: Who racks up more?



Javi Báez’s comeback campaign



The A’s playoff chances & what Vegas means for the future



MLB division races heating up



Why the Tigers are for real



Whether any AAA team could actually beat the Rockies



And yes… how many kids I’d stiff-arm for a Trout home run



If you like unfiltered takes, degenerate baseball talk, and laughing at bad franchises—you’re in the right place.

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It’s a solo mission this week on Burnin' Daylight Sports as I (Matt McKinley) break down another wild week of baseball. We’re talking everything from late-inning heartbreaks to offensive coordinators in baseball (yeah, you read that right). The A’s drop a gut-punch to the Mariners, the Tigers keep rolling, and the Royals are heating up. Plus, I dive into:

MLB scores & recaps (A’s, Mariners, Dodgers, Yankees & more)



Why the Rangers fired their “offensive coordinator” (what does that even mean?)



AL & NL division standings + early playoff picture



Key player updates: Judge, Trout, Wilson, Skeens, and others



Betting thoughts & parlay heartbreaks



Advanced stat leaders: HRs, RBIs, WAR & who's crushing it



A preview of brutal upcoming schedules (A’s, Rockies, Tigers, Royals)



Merch updates + the “Baseball Is for Autists” shirt drop



Plenty of hot takes, rants, and laughs along the way. If you’re following the A’s (or if you bet baseball like a degenerate), this one’s for you.

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On this episode of Burnin’ Daylight Sports, me, Jake, and Eric go deep into the MLB season as we round the corner past the 30-game mark. We break down the wild division races, how the Rockies might be chasing a historic collapse, and why the A’s are way more fun than they should be. We also recap the NFL Draft, talk walk-offs, superstitions, and drop our favorite walk-up songs. Plus, we launch our newest merch idea: “Baseball Is for Autists” — because this game is all about numbers, rituals, and vibes.

🔥 Topics include:

Why the Rockies are tanking for no reason



Tigers’ rotation is filthy



Jacob Wilson is Johnny Hustle



A’s bullpen roulette



Etiquette for jinxing your team



Soto slumps & Mets rise



Chandler Simpson: the Flash in cleats



O’Neill Cruz in CF??



Walk-up songs that actually slap



And yes, a British guy on an Angels broadcast made us mad



🎧 Tune in every Tuesday for hot takes, bets, and baseball nerdery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Burnin’ Daylight Sports, me, Jake, and Eric go deep into the MLB season as we round the corner past the 30-game mark. We break down the wild division races, how the Rockies might be chasing a historic collapse, and why the A’s are way more fun than they should be. We also recap the NFL Draft, talk walk-offs, superstitions, and drop our favorite walk-up songs. Plus, we launch our newest merch idea: “Baseball Is for Autists” — because this game is all about numbers, rituals, and vibes.

🔥 Topics include:

Why the Rockies are tanking for no reason



Tigers’ rotation is filthy



Jacob Wilson is Johnny Hustle



A’s bullpen roulette



Etiquette for jinxing your team



Soto slumps & Mets rise



Chandler Simpson: the Flash in cleats



O’Neill Cruz in CF??



Walk-up songs that actually slap



And yes, a British guy on an Angels broadcast made us mad



🎧 Tune in every Tuesday for hot takes, bets, and baseball nerdery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Howdy there, Daylight Burners – it’s Matt McKinley back in the saddle. This episode’s been brewing in my mind for a while, and like most of my best ideas, it wanders a bit but (hopefully) ties together pretty damn nicely.

We’re diving deep into the meaning of "Uva Uvam Vivendo Varia Fit" — that strange little Latin phrase you know from Lonesome Dove — and how it ties into life, California, and the way we all change by the company we keep.

From cowboys and feedlot Spanish, to the wild beauty (and sheer dysfunction) of California, to how rural and urban America are drifting further apart — I’m talking it all out, cowboy philosopher style. I also give a heads-up on some exciting things happening with the show: recording new episodes out of the historic HeyDay Inn in Smith Valley, Nevada, and a quick preview of some big interviews and events coming your way.

Whether you're here for cowboy stories, fence post politics, baseball ramblings, or just some quality time burning daylight, you're in the right place.

Highlights include:

Breaking down Uva Uvam Vivendo Varia Fit and why bad Latin is part of the charm



How living near California has changed my perspective (and why it’s still worth saving)



Thoughts on rural vs. urban America, and how history shaped that divide



Why Burning Daylight is branching out into new in-person interviews



Big news about the HeyDay Inn becoming a new partner of the show



A little rant (or two) about expensive gas, Sacramento adventures, and the A’s



Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by the HeyDay Inn in Smith Valley, Nevada – proud to keep cowboy traditions (and a cold beer) alive.

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Everything will still be posted here on the main Burning Daylight feed — but if you want more sports, comedy, or ag news in your life, go give those channels a follow too.

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