Hour 1: Jimmy B. and Manuch Discuss the Diamondbacks’ Sweep Attempt and What Defines Player "Greatness," Replay: Rewind Highlights Jose Fernandez’s Sensational Two-Homer Debut, and Tim Kempton Analyzes the Suns’ Disjointed Loss in Orlando.

Wednesday, April 01, 2026 | 49:14

The opening hour of the program, broadcast live from the ESPN 620 Studios in Phoenix, began with Jimmy B. and Manuch reacting to the Arizona Diamondbacks’ thrilling 7–5 comeback victory over the Detroit Tigers. As the team prepared for an afternoon first pitch at Chase Field with a sweep on the line, the hosts transitioned into a philosophical debate regarding the specific criteria and longevity required for a professional athlete to be deemed "great." In the "Replay: Rewind" segment, the crew revisited the highlights from last night’s win, centered on the historic major league debut of first baseman Jose Fernandez, who became just the seventh player since 1900 to hit two home runs in his first career game. The segment also featured postgame comments from manager Torey Lovullo before shifting gears to the Phoenix Suns' disappointing 115–111 road loss to the Orlando Magic, despite a 34-point performance from Devin Booker. The guys also took a moment to celebrate Washington Capitals legend Alex Ovechkin, who reached the 30-goal mark for a record-breaking 20th season in a win over the Flyers. Later, Suns radio analyst Tim Kempton joined the Right Toyota Guest Line to voice his frustrations regarding the team's "disjointed" play and the officiating in Orlando, where the Suns were whistled for 25 fouls. Kempton analyzed the reality of the Suns being locked into the Western Conference Play-In tournament and the need for more consistency on the defensive end. The hour concluded with a lighthearted "On this Day" segment looking back at some of the most memorable April Fools' pranks in sports history before wrapping with the latest NFL headlines in Football at 50.