The Run Out

This week, we got straight into the biggest debates as the NLL season is officially live! We reveal our full **NLL predictions**, splitting the league into contenders (like Buffalo and Vancouver), those in the playoff hunt, and the bottom dwellers. Neil explains why I think the **Colorado Mammoth** are being severely underestimated. We hit on the biggest surprises from the final roster cuts, including the **Bandits' creative loophole** to keep Ryan Benesch, the retirement of **Kobe Smith**, and the cutting of former NFL player **Casey Rogers**. Plus, we debate why the **NLL schedule is broken** and make our final calls for MVP and Rookie of the Year. **JOIN THE COMMUNITY**If you want to continue this debate or jump in on the conversation, the best way to do that is to join the **Lax Lifers Club**. That's where we take your questions for the show, give you early access to episodes, and hang out during the live games. You can find all the details and tiers, including the **Starter's Huddle** and the exclusive **Captains Meeting**, by hitting the link below.https://iamneilbarrett-shop.fourthwall.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=llc-launchThe Game. The Community. The Discussion. Find us on social media: Brandon is **@hootsportsmedia**, and Neil is **@iamneilbarrett**. Like, subscribe, rate, and review the show on whatever platform you're listening on.

Welcome to The Run Out. I’m Neil Barrett, he’s Brandon Hooten. This week, we dissect the controversy surrounding Austin Staats' reinstatement by the NLL and question the transparency of the league's decisions and "second chances." We break down the Mammoth vs. Rock OT battle, talk about why Owen Hilts is already an NLL force, and cover the emotional retirement of legend Dana Dobbie.Then, we get an exclusive interview with Adam Levi (Lacrosse Matrix) who gives his NLL champion pick (Why Vancouver?) and breaks down the impact of major trades like Zed Williams to Rochester.Join the Lax Lifers Club: Get every episode 48 hours early, join our private Discord, and access exclusive hangouts with us. Hit the link in the show notes to find your roster spot.

The NLL season is on the clock, and the early returns are already causing drama. We dive deep into the first wave of pre-season scrimmages: Why did the Toronto Rock look so dominant against the Saskatchewan Rush? And is the Calgary Roughnecks' young core (including the massive scoring weekend from Noah Manning and Mattieu Gautier) a sign of a better team than we gave them credit for?Plus, we analyze the major front-office move with Dave Cottle taking over as GM of the Philadelphia Waterdogs and the new PLL and WLL player movement windows. Finally, we break down the rumor that two major superstars are preparing to leave the Georgia Swarm roster.The Game. The Community. The Discussion.Join the Active Roster: If you want to jump in on the conversation, the absolute best way to do that is to join the Lax Lifers Club. That's where we take your questions for the show, give you early access to episodes, and host the live events.https://iamneilbarrett-shop.fourthwall.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=llc-launchSOCIALS: Find us on social media: Brandon is at @hootsportsmedia, and I'm at @iamneilbarrett.

The NLL is officially back, and the transaction frenzy is over! This week, Neil Barrett and Brandon Hooten dive into everything that dropped during the chaotic 10-day free agency window. We break down whether Vancouver's aggressive spending makes them championship-or-bust, why the Toronto Rock's youth movement is the most exciting gamble in the league, and if we're all sleeping on the three-time defending champion Buffalo Bandits.Join the Active Roster: If you want to jump in on the conversation, the absolute best way to do that is to join the Lax Lifers Club. That's where we take your questions for the show, give you early access to episodes, and host the live events.https://iamneilbarrett-shop.fourthwall.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=llc-launchSOCIALS: Find us on social media: Brandon is at @hootsportsmedia, and I'm at @iamneilbarrett.

🚨 Emergency Episode: A Deep Dive on the NLL CBA 🚨This week, Neil Barrett and Brandon Hooten hit record for an emergency episode of The Run Out with guest Dawson J. Nielsen, one of the main people keeping fans informed about the NLL’s ongoing Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations. With the season hanging in the balance, we break down what’s really happening behind closed doors. The sticking points, the progress, and what it all means for players, teams, and the future of box lacrosse.From the potential shift to a 30-game season and the financial pressure on certain franchises, to the cultural weight of the Mann Cup and the long-term impact of lacrosse’s return to the 2028 Olympics, this episode covers every angle. We also talk about the possibility of an all-Canadian league, the business realities of running pro teams, and how player movement could change the landscape of the NLL.It’s one of our most in-depth conversations yet. Part analysis, part storytelling, and all passion for the game. If you care about the direction of professional lacrosse, this is the one you don’t want to miss.

This isn’t just a book about lacrosse; it’s a book about America.This week, Neil sits down with author SL Price to talk about his new book, "The American Game: History and Hope in the Country of Lacrosse". Price digs into the contradictions of lacrosse, from its Indigenous roots and the Haudenosaunee fight for recognition to the sport’s messy culture and its push onto the Olympic stage.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game.Keep up with the conversation:Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/runoutpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runoutpodEmail: runoutpod@gmail.com