The Joe Rose Show

Monday’s show includes a full slate of sports coverage, starting with a breakdown of the thrilling World Baseball Classic semifinal, where the United States edged out the Dominican Republic in a game full of incredible plays and a controversial late strike-three call. The guys also dive into March Madness, reviewing the bracket and discussing Florida teams, including insights from Miami Hurricanes head coach Jai Lucas ahead of their first-round matchup against Missouri. Local sports get some attention with the Chick-fil-A nuggets promotion confusion following the Heat-Magic game. Joe and Hollywood also cover the NBA’s potential expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas, preview the Heat vs. Lakers game with questions about LeBron James’ availability, recap Cameron Young’s clutch Players Championship win, and promote Marlins Opening Day. Omar Kelly joins to weigh in on the Miami Dolphins offseason moves, including low-cost signings and roster building strategies.

Hour 1 begins with Joe and Hollywood breaking down the thrilling World Baseball Classic semifinal where the United States defeated the Dominican Republic in a game Joe says had a true World Series–type atmosphere. The guys recap the incredible plays throughout the game and debate the controversial strike three call late in the matchup, with Joe arguing the call wasn’t the reason the United States advanced since the Dominican Republic had chances to win earlier. They also shift to college hoops as the bracket is set for the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament and discuss several Florida schools making the field. The hour also includes some Miami Open talk and a look at the Miami Heat struggling against the Orlando Magic this season.

Hour 2 begins with Joe and Hollywood continuing their reaction to the thrilling World Baseball Classic semifinal where the United States edged the Dominican Republic and advanced to the championship game. The guys debate the controversial called strike three that ended the game, with Joe pushing back on the outrage and arguing the Dominican Republic had plenty of chances earlier to win the game. They also discuss the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament bracket being set, and react to Novak Djokovic missing the Miami Open while Hollywood jokes about Jimmy Butler possibly showing up as a “tennis groupie.” Omar Kelly then joins the show to break down the Miami Dolphins offseason approach, discussing their low-cost signings, offensive line additions, and the possibility of bringing back players like Rasul Douglas and Jack Jones. The hour wraps with Hollywood’s Headlines featuring the Academy Awards and a rare Aaron Judge baseball card selling for $5.2 million.

Hour 3 dives into March Madness and local sports, starting with Miami Hurricanes head coach Jai Lucas breaking down the NCAA Tournament bracket and previewing Miami’s first-round matchup against Missouri. Lucas reflects on the Hurricanes’ strong 25–8 season, their ACC Tournament loss to Virginia, and Duke’s injury-filled ACC title run. The crew also revisits the Chick-fil-A nuggets promotion confusion after the Orlando Magic missed two fourth-quarter free throws against the Miami Heat, triggering an 8-count reward that followed Friday’s double-nugget debate. They circle back to the dramatic World Baseball Classic semifinal between the United States and the Dominican Republic, including the controversial strike-three call, with Jamie arguing for automated umpires to avoid future disputes. The hour blends March Madness insights, local sports highlights, and quirky sports controversies all in one lively discussion.

Hour 4 features Joe and Hollywood discussing the NBA’s potential expansion, with Seattle and Las Vegas as the leading candidates for two new teams. They preview the Miami Heat vs. Los Angeles Lakers matchup, debating whether LeBron James will play on the second night of a back-to-back. The conversation also recaps Cameron Young’s clutch victory at the Players Championship. Plus, the guys promote Marlins Opening Day and dive into the World Baseball Classic, comparing the intensity of the WBC to a Game 7 of the World Series and highlighting Shohei Ohtani as one of baseball’s most likable stars. Omar Kelly joins to talk Dolphins offseason.