It’s “Do or Die” Time: The Drive 5/6/19

May 6, 2019, 6:15 PM Updated: 6:16 pm

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In the first hour, D-Mac and Tom react to the sports action from over the weekend. After holding on in Portland to even up the series at two games each, can the Nuggets regain the momentum in the series? ESPN’s Tim Hasselbeck joined the program to discuss what the Broncos could/should do with their starting quarterback in 2019 and beyond. Tim doubles down on a bold prediction he made regarding Drew Lock and his future with the Broncos. ESPN’s Barry Melrose, our Avalanche Playoff Insider, explained what he saw from both teams in Game 5 over the weekend and broke down what he Avalanche must do in order to extend the series tonight.

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In the second hour, D-Mac and Tom discuss the curious case of Brett Rypien. With a large signing bonus and a practice squad guarantee, could Rypien be a threat to challenge Drew Lock for the backup position? D-Mac explains why he believes the XFL, which kicks off its inaugural season in 2020, will be more successful than the AAF. Tom says the Sharks are better than he initially gave them credit for and explains what the Avalanche can improve heading into Game 6. How much will the team miss Matt Calvert tonight? Mike Chambers, Denver Post hockey writer, joined D-Mac and Tom to report what he saw from the Avalanche in Game 5 and discuss what the team’s young core must improve on in order to force a Game 7 in San Jose.

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In the third hour, D-Mac and Tom discuss where the Nuggets stand after holding on in Portland to even the series 2-2. What must Michael Malone and company do in order to recapture the momentum in Game 6 tomorrow night? The guys discuss which position groups will be critical for the Broncos’ success in this season. ESPN’s Barry Melrose, our Avalanche Playoff Insider, explained what he saw from both teams in Game 5 over the weekend and broke down what the Avalanche must do in order to extend the series tonight.

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