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The Saturday Show

The Zone Sports Network
Utah Jazz
BYU
Utah Hockey Club
NBA
NBA Playoffs
BYU Cougars
Utah Utes
Utah
NFL
Kansas City Chiefs
Super Bowl
Cleveland Cavaliers
Los Angeles Lakers
Utah State Aggies
Real Salt Lake
NFL Draft
NCAA Tournament
University Of Utah
Big 12 Championship
NFL Divisional Round Playoffs

Join Christian Esparza and Alex Napoles every Saturday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., as they break down the biggest stories of the week throughout the world of sports.

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Latest Episodes

Full episode of the Saturday Show with Alex Napoles and Christian Esparza on May 2, 2026

* Utah Mammoth lose Game 6 to the Vegas Golden Knights 5-1 to end season

* How does the Brendan Sorsby scandal affect BYU and Utah in the upcoming season more

Second hour of the Saturday Show with Alex Napoles and Christian Esparza on May 2, 2026

* NBA Draft Lottery proposal to add a "regulation zone" and how it would change the league

* 5 Minutes of - NBA Playoffs & NHL Playoffs nearing end of firs... more

First hour of the Saturday Show with Alex Napoles and Christian Esparza on May 2, 2026

* Utah Mammoth lose Game 6 to the Vegas Golden Knights 5-1 to end season

* How does the Brendan Sorsby scandal affect BYU and Utah in the upcoming season

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Full episode of the Saturday Show with Alex Napoles and Christian Esparza on April 25, 2026

* Utah Mammoth play their first home Playoff game and get the win 4-2 against the Vegas Golden Knights

* The Houston Rockets are on the verge of gettin... more

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Recent Guests

Scott Garrard
Voice of the Aggies, Scotty G
Utah State Athletics
Episode: HOUR 1 | Scott Garrard of Scotty G & Friends Joins to Talk Utah State and the Mountain West Conference Championship Game | NFL Free Agency | Technical Fouls
AJ Dybantsa
BYU basketball player; guest on the Deseret Voices podcast segment discussed in this episode
BYU
Episode: HOUR 1 | College Hoops Wraps Up This Weekend, How Far Will Local Schools Go in Their Conference Tourneys? | AJ Dybantsa Might Return to College For Another Year, Is He Serious? | Technical Fouls
Kalani Sitake
Head coach of BYU Cougars football
BYU
Episode: HOUR 2 | BYU football gets spring ball underway preparing for another run at the Big 12 title with some new faces | 5 Minutes Of | What's going on over here?
Ryan Smith
Owner of the Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth
Utah Jazz, Utah Mammoth
Episode: FULL SHOW | Ryan Smith Breaks Some News | Utah Hockey Club Rebrand, Utah Jazz Extends Will Hardy | NBA Playoffs Round 2 Update + MORE
Justin Zanik
General Manager of the Utah Jazz
Utah Jazz
Episode: HOUR 2 | Justin Zanik talked NBA Trade Deadline with Hans & Scotty | 5 Minutes Of | Twitter Poll results and Men's Basketball Slate
Ben Anderson
Jazz Insider for kslsports.com
kslsports.com
Episode: FULL SHOW | Surprise Jazz Trade with Ben Anderson | KSL Insider for the Utah Hockey Club Cole Bagley Talks Team Name | Locals Shining at the Reese's Senior Bowl
Cole Bagley
Hockey Insider for kslsports.com
kslsports.com
Episode: FULL SHOW | Surprise Jazz Trade with Ben Anderson | KSL Insider for the Utah Hockey Club Cole Bagley Talks Team Name | Locals Shining at the Reese's Senior Bowl
Mitch Harper
Cougar Insider for kslsports.com
KSL Sports
Episode: HOUR 2 | BYU bounce back w/ Mitch Harper | 5 Minutes Of | The Day Ahead
John Walters
Play-by-play voice of the Iowa State Cyclones
Iowa State Cyclones
Episode: HOUR 1 | Utah Football vs. Iowa State feat. John Walters | Utah Jazz in a slump, David Locke elaborates | Technical Fouls

Hosts

Christian Esparza
Host of The Saturday Show; affiliated with KSL Sports Zone.
Alex Napoles
Co-host of The Saturday Show; affiliated with KSL Sports Zone.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 3 ratings
  • Good duo

    Adding bodkin is great. She’s got awesome stories and connections.

    Hatch is good too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T HOUSER
    United States4 years ago

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Fans appreciate the quick, energetic analysis of NBA and NHL playoff chatter.
The show is noted for hosting engaging guests and providing timely, relatable sports commentary.
Listeners praise the strong host duo and their connections to the sports scene.

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#212
Singapore/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#213
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FULL SHOW | Scott Garrard of Scotty G & Friends Joins to Talk Utah State and the Mountain West Conference Championship Game | NFL Free Agency | Utah Jazz Young Guns Making Strides and Getting Close to Winning Games That Endanger the Tank + MORE
Q: Real quick, Scotty, your keys to the game tonight, what are you looking for the most?
Scotty flags Utah State's handling of San Diego State's physical, foul-prone defense and emphasizes the importance of free-throw shooting (aiming for around 70-75%) and protecting the paint while generating turnovers to stay competitive and pace the game down the stretch.
HOUR 2 | BYU football gets spring ball underway preparing for another run at the Big 12 title with some new faces | 5 Minutes Of | What's going on over here?
Q: What's the mentality juggling expectations as BYU enters the Big 12 and faces higher outside expectations?
The team will stay humble and hungry, lean on strong leadership, and maintain a steady plan while managing external pressures and ensuring continued improvement.
HOUR 2 | BYU football gets spring ball underway preparing for another run at the Big 12 title with some new faces | 5 Minutes Of | What's going on over here?
Q: How's LJ recovering from his surgery, and what's the timeline for him to make a full return?
LJ is progressing well and on target; he is returning as a stronger, sustained leader who will contribute significantly as he finishes his recovery and returns to full leadership and on-field impact.
HOUR 2 | BYU football gets spring ball underway preparing for another run at the Big 12 title with some new faces | 5 Minutes Of | What's going on over here?
Q: What are your biggest goals for spring balls? It can be different things you're trying to accomplish. What about this spring? What are you trying to accomplish here?
The goal is to ensure we are a better team by the end of the 15 practices, integrating the signees, missionaries, and early enrollees, while aligning everyone to our scheme and getting them ready to compete at a high level in the fall.
HOUR 1 | Utah Football Splitting First Team Reps Between Isaac Wilson and Brandon Rose | Which NFL Teams Need to Make a Trade Before the Deadline | Technical Fouls
Q: Who do you think is going to start at quarterback next week for Utah?
If I was a betting man, I'd probably say Isaac Wilson.

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This show covers a wide range of sports topics with a focus on breaking down major weekly stories across football, basketball, hockey, and college athletics. Conversational and fast-paced, the hosts deliver game analysis, trade and draft implications, coaching moves, and fan-focused commentary, often interjecting humor and personal anecdotes. The format appears approachable for casual fans yet informed enough for industry professionals seeking timely sports insights and episode-by-episode takes.

Notable strengths include a strong host dynamic, timely sports coverage, and a willingness to discuss both national and local sports scenes, which can help sponsors and guests reach engaged, sports-minded listeners. The blend of NBA/NHL playoffs, c... more

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Recent guests on The Saturday Show include:

1. Scott Garrard
2. AJ Dybantsa
3. Kalani Sitake
4. Ryan Smith
5. Justin Zanik
6. Ben Anderson
7. Cole Bagley
8. Mitch Harper

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