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5/24/13 Sports to the Max: 7 PM Hour

May 25, 2013
Swimming isn't just a fun activity to do during the Summer. It is well-documented that it's the best exercise because it does not put stress on the body's joints. So, why aren't more people doing it? Mike brings Dan Zeeman and Dr. Brett Oden to the studio to figure that out.
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5/24/13 Sports to the Max: 7 PM Hour
May 25, 2013
Swimming isn't just a fun activity to do during the Summer. It is well-documented that it's the best exercise because it does not put stress on the body's joints. So, why aren't more people doing it? Mike brings Dan Zeeman and Dr. Brett Oden to the studio to figure that out.
5-24-13 6pm: Brian Billick & Ryan Boldt
May 25, 2013
Mike talked with former Vikings Off. Coordinator & Ravens Head Coach Brian Billick, breaking down the Vikings off-season so far. Then he spoke with Red Wing's Ryan Boldt who's preparing to go to Nebraska and may be the highest-drafted Minnesotan in the upcoming MLB draft.
5/23/13 Sports to the Max: 7 PM Hour
May 24, 2013
College baseball is winding down as most levels are already deep into their national tournaments. Dwight Kotila has his team at the final stage. The head coach of Century College talks about guiding his team to the NJCAA Division III World Series. Later, MSU-Mankato coach Matt Magers joins the program to discuss the Mavericks returning to the NCAA Division I
5-23-13 6pm: Jerry Kill
May 24, 2013
Mike talked to the Gopher football coach about a unique way he motivated his players during spring practice.
5/22/13 Sports to the Max: 7 PM Hour
May 23, 2013
The Summer Youth Basketball season is underway, and it's time for teams to gather for the Howard Pulley Memorial Day Classic. The locally-based Pulley Panthers, including prep stars Tyus Jones & Reid Travis, will host the tournament from May 24th-27th. Jones, Reid, and others joins Mike to talk about Summer hoops.
5-22-13 6pm: Twins & Edison Tennis
May 23, 2013
Mike talked about the Twins 8-game losing streak and how much blame - if any - Ron Gardenhire should receive. Then he discussed the inspiring story of the Minneapolis Edison tennis team with their coach, Chad Forde
5-21-13 Sports to the Max 7pm
May 22, 2013
PR Guru Bill Robertson stops by to talk about NBA and NHL, his time with the Wild and much more
5-21-13 6pm: Phil Housley & Troy Larson
May 22, 2013
Mike talked with Phil Housley about returning from the World Championships with a bronze medal, and accepting an assistant coaching position with the Nashville Predators. Then he spoke with Gopher senior Troy Larson about preparing for the Big Ten Tournament and about his work to study how sleep affects athletes.
5-20-13 7pm: Live Outdoors
May 21, 2013
Mike Max & Ron Schara talked outdoors legislation with Gary Leaf, the bite on Mille Lacs with Steve Johnson and bass fishing with Mark Fisher from Rapala.
5-20-13 6pm: Byron Buxton & Dean Johnson
May 21, 2013
Mike talked to Twins prospect Byron Buxton about life in A-ball. Then he spoke with former State Sen. Majority Leader Dean Johnson about his work at the U of M and the end of the current legislative session.
5/17/13 Sports to the Max: 7 PM Hour
May 18, 2013
The Saints have started their 21st season of play in St. Paul. But with a new stadium coming, what's next for the organization? Owner Mike Veeck comes in studio to discuss the team and everything baseball.
5-17-13 6pm: Jack Morris and Doug Woog
May 18, 2013
Mike talked with pitching legend Jack Morris about a charitable cause he's involved in, as well as his controversial comments about Clay Buchholz. Then he talked with former Gopher hockey coach Doug Woog who's headed to the MN HS Hall of Fame.
5/16/13 Sports to the Max: 7 PM Hour
May 17, 2013
The old adage is that sports is "10 percent physical and 90 percent mental." But if your kid is an athlete, do they need to go to a sports psychologist? And when is the right time? Justin and Carly Anderson are professionals in this field, and the husband/wife team comes in studio to discuss the topic.
5-16-13 6pm: Bob Barrett & Joel Maturi
May 17, 2013
Mike talked to State Representative Bob Barrett (R- Lindstrom) who opposes the Governor's new "backup" plan to fund the Vikings stadium. Then he talked to Joel Maturi about what he's been up to for the past year since stepping down as Gopher Athletic Director.
5/15/13 Sports to the Max: 7 PM Hour
May 16, 2013
Do professional athletes want to stay in Minnesota? Mike looks into that question. Then, St. Paul Saints pitcher Mark Hamburger is trying to make it back to the Majors. He discusses his journey. Later, Gopher pithing coach Todd Oakes chronicles his season of molding young arms and battling Luekemia.
5-15-13 6pm: Twins
May 16, 2013
Mike talked about the Twins 9-4 loss to the White Sox today and played back cuts from Gardy and Aaron Hicks.
5-14-13 Sports to the Max 7pm
May 15, 2013
State Sen. Karen Housley joins Mike Max in the first half hour to talk a variety of local stories, and then for NHL Defenseman David Tanabe discusses the playoffs and what he's up to now
5-14-13 6pm: Lester Bagley, Joe Mauer & Derek Boogaard Lawsuit
May 15, 2013
Mike talked to Vikings PR guy Lester Bagley about the unveiling of the new Vikings stadium design. Then he talked to Joe Mauer about working his way out of a slump. Finally he talked about the Boogaard family suing the NHL over Derek's death.
5-13-13 Live Outdoors
May 14, 2013
Lots of talk this hour on what is happening at the Capitol this year with the Legacy funding. Representative David Dill and Rep. Denny McNamara call in to discuss
5-13-13 6pm: Vikings Stadium Architect
May 14, 2013
Mike Max talked to John Hutchings who was the lead designer on the new Vikings stadium
5-10-13 Sports to the Max: 7 PM Hour
May 11, 2013
It's just hours before the 2013 Fishing Opener. So, who better to talk to than Ron Schara, Steve Carney, and Kevin Kurtliet? Mike speaks to them about the 'New Years' Day' of Minnesota angling.
5-10-13 6pm: Fishing Opener
May 11, 2013
Mike previewed the Minnesota walleye opener with fishing guides Travis Frank and Steve Carney!
5-9-13 Sports to the Max: 7 PM Hour
May 10, 2013
MSU-Mankato had their best football season in program history. WR Adam Thielen helped the squad get to the NCAA DII semifinals. Now, he talks about getting invited to the Vikiings' rookie minicamp. Then, the Wild fight for their season tonight in Chicago. Blackhawks broadcaster Troy Murray previews the game. And former WWE wrestler Molly Holly returns t
5-9-13 6pm: Wild & Brian Lawton
May 10, 2013
Mike set the stage for Game 5 between the Wild & Blackhawks. Then he talked with former North Star Brian Lawton about what the Wild need to do to stave off elmination.
5/8/13 - Sports to the Max: 7 PM Hour
May 9, 2013
The Minnesota Wild are now in 'do-or-die' mode. We hear what the team needs to do in Game 5 to get the series back to St. Paul. Later, former Gopher and Twin Brian Raabe is back managing Bethel's baseball squad. The second-year coach recaps the 2013 campaign through the MIAC.