Julian and Tristan discuss the fallout from George Floyd’s death, the protests in various American and Canadian cities, and responses from athletes. Floyd was a Minnesota man who lost his life after a police officer, Derek Chauvin, lodged his knee on his neck and caused Floyd to yell “I can’t breathe” in distress.
Sam Stejskal is a staff writer for The Athletic. Stejskal has contributed heavily to stories on The Athletic about Major League Soccer’s plans to return to action in Orlando. Recently, the Athletic was mentioned in a memo released by MLS threatening clubs with disciplinary action for leaking information. Stejskal joined Tristan and Julian to discuss the league’s return plans and the memo.
This week’s episode sees Julian and Tristan discuss the proposed 24-team National Hockey League playoffs, plans for the National Basketball Association, and Major League Soccer’s return.
The two even discuss the most promising Canadian soccer talent right now, and probably ever, Alphonso Davies.
Julian and Tristan are back and now on the Sports Podcasting Network!
Discover their unique perspective on the Canadian sports landscape.
