The Denver Sports Podcast
A podcast about Denver Sports and DNVR. Whether it’s Broncos, Rockies, Nuggets, Avalanche, Buffs, Rams, or Rapids related or just a crazy debate around the DNVR office, there’s always something going on in Denver Sports. Harrison Wind goes live form inside the DNVR Bar to take you through this week’s biggest stories.
Is 2026 the year of the Broncos?
While all of our active professional sports teams are playoff-bound, the Broncos season has felt… different. Christian Saez and Henry Chisholm discuss the Broncos historic season on the Denver Sports Podcast.
0:00 Start
2:00 Denver Broncos championship possibilities
18:20 Broncos 10-2 history
28:13 Stock up or down on Broncos players
33:31 Biggest AFC threats this season
40:40 Better chance to win an MVP: MacKinnon or Jokic
44:19
48:45 Nuggets recent losses
53:16 Colorado Rockies new front office
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Can the Nuggets keep dominating without Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon?
The Nuggets have been plagued by injuries to start the 2025/26 season. Are we concerned? Harrison Wind and Christian Saez discuss the Nuggets depth on The Denver Sports Podcast.
0:00 - Start
3:09 - Nuggets Injury Report / Time To Panic?
21:21 - Is There A Way To Fix The Crazy NBA Travel Schedule
34:01 - Biggest Thanksgiving Hot Takes
41:32 - What Are You Most Thankful For This Year
46:02 Who Has Had The Worst Season In Colorado Sports
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Nikola Jokic is changing the game of basketball
Jokic has been doing insane things in the NBA ever since he was drafted. But that’s somehow even more on display this year. Christian Saez and Eric Weedum discuss the greatest basketball player of all time, on The Denver Sports Podcast.
0:00 Start
2:41 Nikola Jokic MVP once again
12:10 Nikola's legacy outside of Denver
20:01 Nikola Jokic greatest of all time
36:04 How to help Jokic
47:00 The Nuggets X factor
52:52 Who will need a Championship this year
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Which Denver sports team has the BEST chance to win a championship this year?
Colorado has three legitimate championship contenders competing at the same time. But which one has the best chance to win it all? Christian Saez, Ryan Koenigsberg, and Spencer Smith discuss on The Denver Sports Podcast.
0:00 Start
1:30 Who has the best chance ti win a championship this year?
18:31 Denver Nuggets
20:43 What could be standing in the way for each team
34:53 Bold predictions
45:52 Late game bans
49:50 Nuggets alternate court
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What does the Broncos trade deadline say about their trust in Bo Nix?
The Broncos were quiet at the 2025 NFL trade deadline. Was this intentional? Were there just no deals in front of them? Christian Saez and Henry Chisholm discuss the Broncos deadline decisions on The Denver Sports Podcast.
0:00 Start
2:20 Pat Surtain's injury
5:00 Broncos Trade deadline after math
21:29 NFL trade market
25:32 Feelings in the team
32:35 Winners and Losers at trade deadline day
41:20 Raiders vs Broncos
48:20 News around sports
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The most influential ownership and front office changes in Colorado sports
With the Rockies on the verge of flipping their front office and hopefully beginning on the path of becoming a competent baseball organization again, we discuss the most influential front office and ownership changes in Colorado sports history. Christian Saez and Henry Chisholm break it down on The Denver Sports Podcast.
0:00 Start
2:39 Denver Broncos ownership
19:15 Denver Nuggets ownership
36:00 Colorado Rockies ownership
44:47 Colorado Avalanche ownership
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How the Nuggets can win another CHAMPIONSHIP this season
Is this the best Nuggets team to date? Are the expectations higher than ever? PLUS; Behind the scenes look at the new DNVR Nuggets documentary, and what is the craziest comeback in Colorado sports? Christian Saez and Eric Wedum discuss on The Denver Sports Podcast.
0:00 Start
2:00 Nuggets season begins tomorrow
18:00 DNVR Nuggets documentary: The Next Chapter
34:43 Nuggets 2026 season
42:33 Who is the X-Factor for the Nuggets this season?
45:30 Craziest comebacks in Colorado sports history
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Can both the Avalanche and the Nuggets win a championship in the same year?
Wake me up when the regular season is over! The Avs and Nuggets are entering the final stretch before playoffs. Is this the year where we get two championships in the same year? Christian Saez and Henry Chisholm discuss what needs to happen on the Denver Sports Podcast.
Intro - 0:00
Do the Nuggets have a chance?: 5:00
Do the Avalanche have a chance?: 22:40
Mailbag: 35:17
How long does the championship window have?: 48:04
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What it’s like to announce the biggest sporting events in the world
17 Super Bowls, six Olympics, the World Cup, and most commonly known locally as the PA voice of the Avalanche. Alan Roach is both a local and international broadcasting legend. He joins Christian Saez on the Denver Sports Podcast to discuss his career, favorite sports memories, and more!
Intro - 0:00
What’s your name? - 2:00
Was it always broadcast? - 6:09
Play by play? - 9:30
Emotions behind the voice - 13:30
Rockies changed Denver sports - 19:00
Favorite announcing moment - 24:20
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The NBA MVP race heats up, PLUS Nathan Mackinnon makes history
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Colorado sports vibes remain high as Nikola Jokic leads the Nuggets to a huge victory over the OKC Thunder. Nathan Mackinnon also etches his name into the history books by scoring his 1,000th career point. Join Christian Saez and Brendan Vogt to break it all down on the Denver Sports Podcast.
Intro - 0:00
Denver fan graphs: 4:35
The NBA MVP race: 6:30
Nuggets the biggest roller coaster year?: 20:02
SGA's fl...
Who is the best player in Colorado sports?
Following the celebration of 303 Day in Colorado, we look at who amongst our MVPs is the best. The ultimate MVP in Colorado sports. Is it Jokic, Mackinnon, or Travis Hunter? Christian Saez and Henry Chisholm break it down on the Denver Sports Podcast.
Intro - 0:00
Most talented Denver MVP: 4:28
Most Valuable player in Colorado: 9:13
Is Travis Hunter right?: 19:40
Shedeur Sanders brash?: 26:38
Greatest player in Denver sports history: 35:43
Whos most likely to win a championship?: 47:00
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Biggest rookies in Colorado sports history | The Denver Sports Podcast
Last season was the year of the rookie for the Broncos, but could the Colorado Rockies be facing a similar situation with their top pitching prospect? Where does Chase Dollander rank amongst Rockies rookies? What other Colorado teams have showcased big rookies? Christian Saez and Henry Chisholm discuss on The Denver Sports Podcast.
Intro - 0:00
Topic of the day - 2:30
Chase Dollander the truth?- 7:09
Bo Nix - 21:30
Hype to bust for Broncos - 27:30
Avs Biggest rookies - 35:08
Nuggets rookies - 40:25
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Can other sports follow the Four Nations All-Star format?
The NHL is soaring after switching their usual All-Star format to the immediately-popular Four Nations Face-Off. After the sweeping success, is there an avenue for other sports to follow suit? Christian Saez, AJ Haefele, and Justin Michael discuss on The Denver Sports Podcast.
Into: 0:00
Feelings on the 4 Nations tournament: 3:00
Players are into it: 12:40
Format going forward?: 18:50
How can other leagues make All Star formats better?: 32:39
Why no other sport will be able to match the 4 nations tournament: 44:43
USA vs Canada finale: 50:00
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Which Colorado team is closest to a championship? | Thee Denver Sports Podcast
Following the Chiefs disastrous collapse in Super Bowl LIX, we look to the future of our sports franchises in Colorado. Who is the closest to hoisting a championship trophy? Who is closest to being considered a dynasty? Christian Saez and Andre Simone break it down on The Denver Sports Podcast.
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Revisiting past Broncos Super Bowls
It’s the biggest sports week of the year and we are taking a trip down memory lane. Join Henry Chisholm and Christian Saez to discuss Broncos Super Bowls and the NFL on The Denver Sports Podcast.
0:00 Start
2:00 Altitude making a deal with Comcast
4:45 A trip down Broncos memory lane
12:00 Memorable Broncos SB moments
19:35 Vibes in New Orleans
26:40 The NFL winning window
33:45 Broncos a dynasty?
37:00 How far are we to making it back to a SB?
47:25 The New Orleans exp...
Most shocking trades in Colorado sports history
On the heels of the Avalanche Mikko Rantanen deal, we look back on some of the most shocking trades in Colorado sports history. Christian Saez and Justin Michael discuss on The Denver Sports Podcast.
0:00 Start
2:16 Mikko Rantanen trade
12:30 Biggest trades in Avs history
18:47 Most shocking Denver trades ever: Clinton Portis, Nolan Arenado and Carmelo Anthony, and Matt Holliday.
31:37 John Elway traded to Denver
36:55 Broncos trades
43:54 Nuggets trades
48:30 Honorable mentions
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The Nuggets are looking like NBA Champions again| The Denver Sports Podcast
The Denver Nuggets have won 10 of their last 13 games and are finding their stride at the perfect time. Christian Saez and Harrison Wind discuss what’s working and how this plays out across the rest of the season.
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Can the Nuggets save the NBA?
This has not been a great year for the NBA. But is it really as bad as people are saying? If the NBA really does have a ratings problem, what can be done to solve it? Christian Saez and Brendan Vogt discuss on The Denver Sports Podcast.
Intro - 0:00
Is the NBA dying?: 3:05
What's the cause of lower ratings?: 8:00
Nuggets vibes are a lot better: 20:22
Is game style the issue in the NBA?: 23:55
What will the NBA change?: 28:07
Is the NBA Cup helping?: 33:05
How does this Broncos season compare to previous playoff runs?
The Broncos have made the playoffs for the first time since 2015. How does that compare to some of the previous playoff runs the Broncos have made? Christian Saez, Jake Schwanitz, and Henry Chisholm discuss on the Denver Sports Podcast.
Intro - 0:00
How do the 2015 Broncos compare to the 2025 Broncos?: 4:07
Regular season awards: 18:07
Sean Payton and what he means for the organization: 35:41
Ownership being present and playoff droughts: 47:28
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Was 2024 a year to remember for Colorado teams?
On the final day of 2024 we look back on the year as a whole for the Colorado sports teams. What were the best and worst moments? Christian Saez and Justin Michael discuss on the Denver Sports Podcast.
Intro - 0:00
Covering a bowl game: 2:37
Biggest positive surprise in 2024 Colorado teams: 7:00
Favorite memory for 2024: 19:50
Bowl games: 36:05
New year resolution for 2025: 47:39
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The Nuggets, Avalanche, and Broncos Christmas Wish List | The Denver Sports Podcast
It’s the holiday season which means it’s time for all of our teams to break out the pen and paper and finalize their wishlist to Santa. What could the big man have in store for the Nuggets, Avalanche, and Broncos? Christian Saez and Harrison Wind discuss on the Denver Sports Podcast.
Intro - 0:00
Nuggets feeling like coal?- 3:16
Broncos in high spirits? - 20:45
Avs were gifted Wood this season - 35:00
Rockies need a Christmas Miracle - 50:44
Wrapping up - 52:03
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Greatest era in Denver sports history? | The Denver Sports Podcast
For the first time in Colorado sports history, the most valuable player trophy for the NHL, NBA, and college football all reside in Colorado. Is this the greatest era in Colorado sports? Christian Saez and Greg Perez discuss live from the Breck Brew Farmhouse on The Denver Sports Podcast!
Intro - 0:00
Is this the best era in COL sports? - 2:06
Broncos turning around? - 3:00
Breck taste testing - 17:38
Culture comparisons - 20:52
CU Buffs - 34:55
Have the Avs figured it out? - 47:30
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Is Travis Hunter, Nikola Jokic or Bo Nix atop the Denver sports power rankings?
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Is Travis Hunter, Nikola Jokic or Bo Nix atop the Denver sports power rankings? Where does Deion Sanders, Sean Payton come in? Andre Simone and Harrison Wind rank their top 10 in Denver sports.
Start - 0:00
Is Jokic the GOAT? - 8:00
Who is number #2 in our rankings? - 18:00
Filling out the rest of our rankings - 33:00
Who is the up-and-comer? - 48:50
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Where Bo Nix’s Rookie Season ranks among the greatest in NFL and Denver Sports History
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It’s a victory Tuesday in the Mile High City after a big Denver Broncos win over the Cleveland Browns.
With the Broncos entering a buy and already at a surprising eight wins on the year we look back to see where Bo Nix’s rookie season ranks among the greatest quarterback debuts in NFL History.
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Two of the best quarterbacks playing in college and the NFL reside in Colorado
Colorado sports has been particularly blessed over the last few years, but until recently football has not been in that mix. Now, two of the best quarterbacks reside in Colorado and things are looking up. Join Christian Saez and Henry Chisholm as they discuss the Colorado football scene.
Start - 0:00
Bo Nix vs. Russell Wilson - 4:00
How the Broncos turned around - 6:00
Bo Nix comps - 15:30
Bo Nix vs Bronco's greats - 21:00
Let's talk Shedueur - 33:50
Looking ahead - 39:20
Football culture in Colorado...
Rating the best and worst jerseys in Denver sports
With the Nuggets unveiling their new city connect jerseys last week, it’s time to take a trip down memory lane and go through the best and worst city connect jerseys. Eric (D-Line) Wedum joins Christian Saez on The Denver Sports Podcast to discuss.
Start - 0:00
Design in sports: 1:45
Nuggets City connect jersey: 6:25
Rockies City Connect jersey: 23:15
NBA Cup court design: 35:40
What would Eric do with the Rockies city connect jersey: 41:49
Eric's old t-shirt design: 45:00
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Which Denver sports team has the best chance at winning a championship this year?
The Avalanche, Nuggets, Broncos, Buffs, and Rams have all met or exceeded expectations so far this season. Which team has the best chance to play for a championship this year? Christian Saez and Mitch Carroll break it down on The Denver Sports Podcast.
Start - 0:00
Do the Nuggets have the best shot at a title? - 2:00
A claim for the Avs - 9:30
The outlook of the Broncos - 18:00
The Colorado Buffaloes chances at a Big 12 championship -
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For the first time in years, the Rams and the Buffs are Bowl eligible
After both CSU and the CU have dominated in conference play, they are now Bowl eligible. Christian Saez and Henry Chisholm unpack the historic seasons on the Denver Sports Podcast.
Intro: 0:00
CU and CSU bowl eligible: 3:20
College rankings: 18:02
Enjoy the ride: 27:00
Shout out to some Rockies: 33:37
CU and CSU basketball: 36:47
Tackling the real SPORTS issues: 46:38
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Exploring the hauntings of the sports world
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For this special Halloween episode of The Denver Sports Podcast, Christian Saez is joined by Halloween enthusiast Marissa Saez to explore the haunted world of sports.
Intro: 0:00
Scariest contracts in Denver sports history: 2:40
Trick or treat (candy edition): 13:09
Pfister Hotel: 20:10
Next statue for Denver?: 27:00
Trick or treat (Halloween traditions): 32:46
Camp Randall Stadium: 38:20
Trick or treat (Halloween movies): 42:01
Most popular Halloween costumes in 2024: 46:09
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What it’s like playing for a team with your dad
There are plenty of examples where a father and son end up playing pro sports. It is even more rare when a father and son duo actually plays (or manages) together. Today on The Denver Sports Podcast Christian Saez sits down to talk with Eric Lacroix about his experience playing for his dad.
Intro: 0:00
Parents that play with their dads in the league: 1:15
How Eric handled working with his dad at the Avalanche: 9:07
Famous father-son duos: 21:10
Father-son duo in the NHL?: 31:57
Eric Lacroix experience with h...
Broncos, Avs, and Buffs all lose over the weekend
It was a somber weekend for Colorado sports fans. Every team except CSU and UNC lost. Let’s wipe the slate clean and get ready for a good sports week this week!
5:07 Denver Broncos offense and Bo Nix
24:00 Rockies Gold Glove nominations
35:18 Carmelo Anthony in Avs gear at the Colorado Buffs game
42:16 Competitive daydreaming?
51:32 Denver Nuggets preview with Harrison Wind
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Avalanche kick off their season tonight in Vegas
The Colorado Avalanche begin their 2024-’25 season tonight in Vegas. A lot of questions still surround the Avs, as well as the NHL. DNVR Avs reporter Nick Gismondi and Christian Saez preview the season on The Denver Sports Podcast.
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2:00 Nick Gismondi, welcome to DNVR
17:00 Colorado Avalanche season begins
33:08 Avs playoff potential window
45:11 Being a Denver sports fan
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The man behind the viral Travis Hunter photo, Ryan Greene
Ryan Greene shares the story behind his viral Travis Hunter photo and gives us an inside look at his process of shooting some of the most iconic images in Denver sports. Join Christian Saez and Ryan Greene on The Denver Sports Podcast to discuss!
0:00 Start
2:20 Travis Hunter Heisman photo
18:33 Ryan Greene's favorite photos he has taken
33:45 Favorite sport to shoot
46:46 Dream event to shoot
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Who is the Charlie Blackmon of the Nuggets, Broncos and Avs? | TDSP
Harrison Wind and Christian Saez discuss Charlie Blackmon’s retirement and who the Nuggets, Broncos and Avs’ version of him is. Also, CU and Coach Prime visit UCF and it’s leaf peeping season in Coloraodo.
Intro - 0:00
Charlie Blackmon announces retirement - 1:10
Top three Rockies players? - 12:06
Who are the Avs, Broncos, Nuggets’ equivalents to Blackmon? - 21:41
Next Rockies to step up - 28:30
What will come of the beard? - 30:40
‘TONIGHT’ - 38:40
Best cult in COL? - 45:26
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Bo Nix’s struggles and THEE best restaurants in Denver | TDSP
Harrison Wind and Christian Saez go over Bo Nix’s early season struggles and discuss the best restaurants in the Denver area.
Intro - 0:00
Checking in with the Rockies - 1:00
Panic meter on Bo? - 19:11
Seeing improvements? - 24:55
Favorite restaurants in Denver - 39:38
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What’s at stake for Coach Prime, Colorado, and Colorado State this weekend?
Harrison Wind, Mitch Carroll, and Christian Saez talk Coach Prime, Colorado, and Colorado State ahead of this week’s Rocky Mountain Showdown, and what else is happening in Denver sports.
Start - 0:00
Morning routine: 2:08
Rocky Mountain showdown: 9:36
Folsom field gets trashed: 21:00
CSU trash-talking: 29:00
Coach Prime gets duped by Twitter: 38:50
Can CU save their season with a win?: 39:55
Atmosphere at Nebraska: 48:16
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Colorado Rockies, Nikola Jokic, Bo Nix and more with Christian Saez
Harrison Wind talks with DNVR Rockies beat reporter Christian Saez about his journey to DNVR, his career in broadcasting, covering the Rockies and everything else Denver sports.
Start - 0:00
Getting to know Christian Saez: 4:33
Keys to broadcasting: 20:07
Favorite broadcaster: 24:00
What's up with the Rockies: 34:10
Favorite Nuggets and Nuggets takes: 46:25
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Russell Westbrook, Christian Braun and who are “Our Guys” on the Broncos? | TDSP
Harrison Wind and Mitch Carroll discuss Wind’s report that Christian Braun didn’t give up #0 to Russell Westbrook and do an “Our Guys” draft of Broncos’ players. Who on the Broncos do they most believe in this year?
Start - 0:00
Wind's report on Christian Braun & his number - 2:30
The first storyline of Westbrook - 10:15
"Our Guys" Broncos Draft - 15:30
Other Storylines - 36:00
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The Denver Sports Podcast: Did super producer Kalle rig the DNVR Fantasy Football draft?
Harrison Wind is joined by Kalle Sorbo, Nick Ruscetti, and others to recap DNVR’s fantasy football draft. Kalle is the commissioner and somehow landed the first pick
Intro: 0:00
DNVR Fantasy Football League: 1:45
Looking at the Fantasy football draft board: 19:40
Crazy things in the draft: 34:30
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Nikola Jokic, Shannon Sharpe and the best & worst draft picks in Denver sports PT 1 | TDSP
Harrison Wind and Mitch Carroll debate the best and worst draft picks in Denver sports history, including Nikola Jokic, Shannon Sharpe.
Intro - 0:00
King at the top - 2:29
The Manammal deserves some respect - 18:40
Nuggets have had some bad picks- 21:00
But the worst Nuggets pick - 34:07
Getting into the Broncos' worst picks - 40:15
Does Jerry Jeudy belong in the worst pick list? - 45:00
Where does Tebow fall? - 49:10
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