Warning Track Power Hour

Mike and Andrew discuss the odd convergence of Papal Politics and the sports betting worlds. The NFL offseason continues with post-draft free agent signings and the first minicamps. The NBA and NHL playoffs reach the second round. The Kansas City Royals are surging, now 5 games over .500 for the season and 13-3 since the demotion of MJ Melendez.

Mike and Andrew recap the highlights from the 2025 NFL Draft: the big trades, Shedeur Sanders' slide, and the selections by the hometown, Kansas City Chiefs. The one seeds in the NBA cruise into the second round. Carolina is the first to advance in the NHL playoffs. The Kansas City Royals' starting pitchers have been stellar and the offense has been doing just enough to bounce back from their recent six-game losing streak to return to .500 on the season.

The NFL Draft begins on Thursday this week. Cam Ward is expected to be the top pick in the draft. Mike and Andrew provide their expectations for the draft, the Kansas City Chiefs picks, and consider betting options from the Vegas sportsbooks. The NBA and NHL playoffs are underway - top seeds roll and LA teams start slow in the NBA, Ovechkin hits OT game winner for the Caps in the NHL. The Kansas City Royals' offense continues to struggle after failing to eclipse four runs in a game during the first three weeks of April, multiple players hitting...

Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce announce plans to open a steakhouse, 1587 Prime, in downtown Kansas City. The play-in tournament kicks off the playoff season in the NBA. NHL playoffs begin this weekend. The Kansas City Royals won three of four from division rival Twins before losing series to Cleveland and the NY Yankees. Now sitting under .500 and have a four game series against division-leading Detroit up next.

The Florida Gators and UConn Huskies are the men's and women's NCAA basketball champions, respectively. Andrew's bracket pick collapsed in the Final Four and Mike's pick collapsed in the Finals which lead to an unlikely champion in the WTPH men's bracket challenge. Alex Ovechkin sets the NHL goal scoring mark with his 895th career goal, topping Wayne Gretzky's long standing record. The Kansas City Royals are off to a mixed start, but are one game over .500 after their current 3-game win streak. The bullpen roles and corner OF/3B positions are still in flux.

The FInal Four is set for both the men's and women's NCAA tournaments. There will be no Cinderella stories for this tournament as Seven 1s and one 2 seed vie for the national championships. Mike and Andrew check in on which bracket methodology has fared best in each tournament. The MLB season is underway after Opening Day last weekend. The Kansas City Royals are off to a mixed start at 2-3, but there are signs of concern with odd player usages all over the field.

The men's and women's NCAA Tournaments have reached the Sweet Sixteen with very few upsets along the way. Russell Wilson signs a one-year contract with the NY Giants. Spring Training has come to a close and the Kansas City Royals Opening Day roster is set. Mike and Andrew make predictions for MLB season win totals.

The Kansas City Chiefs off-season moves for the week include re-signing Kareem Hunt and restructuring the contracts of Patrick Mahomes and Chris Jones to free up cap space. The Cincinnati Bengals extend contracts Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins to further skew their roster to the offense. The Kansas City Royals are sitting at 16-9 in the Cactus League, but have sent Jac Caglianone to the minor league camp. Conference Tournaments are completed and the NCAA Tournament fields are set as March Madness continues. Mike and Andrew discuss methodologies for filling out their brackets.

The Kansas City Chiefs open the 2025 off season free agency window with early signings at left tackle and running back from San Francisco and pick up a corner back from the Chargers. Several QBs have found new homes as rosters begin to take shape. NCAA Conference Tournaments kick off the season of March Madness. Mike and Andrew make their predictions in each of the five major conferences. The Kansas City Royals continue their streaky spring training. Jac Caglianone hits his third homer, this time off of a legit MLB starting pitcher. The series premieres of two different Los Angeles...

Deebo Samuel, Joey Bosa, Tyler Lockett and possibly DK Metcalf, may all be on the move in the NFL's offseason. The Kansas City Chiefs' Trey Smith was one of only two NFL players to receive Franchise Tag this year. Joe Thuney headed to the Bears in a trade for a draft pick. Mike and Andrew look ahead to the NCAA's March Madness as Conference Tournaments are set to begin next week. The Kansas City Royals are off to a very streaky start in Cactus League spring training games. Jac Caglianone hits his second homer of the spring.

Mike and Andrew discuss the announcements by the New York Yankees making changes to their facial hair policy and post game song for home games. The Kansas City Royals are off to a hot start in spring training. Travis Kelce may return to the KC Chiefs for one more season. Matt Stafford is given permission to explore trade options.

Spring training is underway for the Kansas City Royals with battles at several key positions. Cole Ragans signs a contract extension to buy out his remaining arbitration years. Will the Royals build on last season's success? The NFL's projected salary cap is expected to be higher than originally anticipated, which is welcome news for the Kansas City Chiefs. Travis Kelce considers retirement.

The Kansas City Chiefs fall flat on their bid to become the first NFL team to win three consecutive Super Bowls. Philadelphia dominates on both sides of the ball for most of the game in 40-22 blowout. Mike and Andrew discuss what went wrong for the Chiefs and where they go from here. The season long betting competition comes to an end. WTPH's Season 4 comes to an end, but Season 5 will begin soon!

The Kansas City Chiefs will vie for the first NFL threepeat against the Philadelphia Eagles in a rematch of SB57. Mike and Andrew discuss their expectations for the game as well as predictions and picks in the annual Super Bowl Betting Spectacular. A huge NBA trade happened in secrecy and announced in the middle of the night - Luka Doncic is moving to the Lakers and Anthony Davis is headed to Dallas in a huge NBA trade that happened in secrecy and announced in the middle of the night. Season 2 of Severance is available to stream.

Philadelphia routs Washington in the NFC championship game. Four Commanders turnovers and the Eagles score seven rushing TDs on their way putting 55 points on the board to advance to Super Bowl 59. The Kansas City Chiefs send the Buffalo Bills home from the playoffs yet again. Close plays and repeated Josh Allen QB sneak attempts go Kansas City's way in 32-29 win. Xavier Worthy has a huge game as do Patrick Mahomes and Trent McDuffie, all of whom ended up in KC through moves made with (or because of) the Bills on previous draft days. The Chiefs will vie for...

The Kansas City Chiefs are headed to their seventh straight AFC Championship game after defeating the Houston Texans, 23-14. Travis Kelce and the defensive line had outstanding performances in the victory. A series of mistakes finish off the Ravens, clear path for the Bills to advance in the AFC. The Commanders put up a huge point total in Detroit to advance to the NFC Championship game to face the Eagles. NFL head coaching positions are beginning to fill. Ohio State holds on to secure the National Championship after nearly blowing big lead. The late field goal by Ohio State...

Only the Washington Commanders manage an upset in the opening round of the NFL playoffs. Mike and Andrew recap the NFL's Wild Card round and provide an update on the season-long betting competition. The Dallas Cowboys part ways with Mike McCarthy creating another head coaching opening, while Mike Vrabel takes over in New England. Will Bill Belichick or Deion Sanders take on an NFL head coaching position in 2025? Ohio State and Notre Dame will meet in the National Championship Game next week. The Kansas City Chiefs appear to be the healthiest they have been all season and will host...

The Kansas City Chiefs had already locked up the #1 seed and homefield advantage for the AFC, so they opportunity to rest most of their starters in the regular season finale. Denver won handily, 38-0 and clinches the final playoff spot. Several coaches were fired following the regular season conclusion, Mike and Andrew discuss the openings and which are the best and worst situations. The season long betting competition has concluded and the regular season NFL win-total results are in. The semifinals for the college football playoff are set to begin on Thursday evening - new picks are in. The...

The Kansas City Chiefs have earned the #1 seed and homefield advantage for the AFC. Mike and Andrew check in on the Week 17 games and provide an update on the season-long betting competition. Predictions for the 2025 Kansas City Royals season are evaluated. The top four seeds in the College Football Playoff fall in round two, new predictions are in. Carson Wentz and the Chiefs head to Denver for the regular season finale. Week 18 for the NFL will feature a lot of unpredictability with some teams resting starters in preparation for the playoffs. Fresh Locks of the Week are revealed.

The Kansas City Chiefs finally had a second straight relatively comfortable win in their home field 2024 finale with a 27-19 victory over the Houston Texans. Patrick Mahomes manages to score a rushing TD even with his high ankle sprain and led the team to an undefeated record at home. Mike and Andrew recap the Week 16 action in the NFL and provide an update on the season-long betting competition. The College Football Playoff first round featured all home teams winning and covering the spread. Second round games will be in neutral sites in traditional bowl game settings and the WTPH...

The Kansas City Chiefs finally had a relatively comfortable win and forced six turnovers in a 21-7 victory over the Cleveland Browns. The win came with a price, however, as Patrick Mahomes suffered a high ankle sprain late in the game. Mike and Andrew recap the Week 15 action in the NFL and provide an update on the season-long betting competition. The College Football Playoff kicks off on Friday with the first four games and the WTPH crew's picks are in. Hollywood Brown is back at practice and may suit up for the Chiefs' Week 16 slate against the Houston Texans...

The Kansas City Chiefs sneak by the Los Angeles Chargers after a last second field goal bangs off the upright before going through. The Chiefs clinch the division title, but have not been dominant in any recent game. Mike and Andrew recap the Week 14 action in the NFL and provide an update on the season-long betting competition. Juan Soto signs a massive 15-year $765M deal with the NY Mets after getting a similar offer from the Yankees. The College Football Playoff's new 12-team format is set to kick off next week. Week 15 in the NFL features the Chiefs vs...

The Kansas City Chiefs narrowly escape disaster in Black Friday game versus the Las Vegas Raiders after late botched snap. Despite their recent struggles, Chiefs stand at 11-1 and have clinched a playoff spot. Mike and Andrew recap the Week 13 action in the NFL and provide an update on the season-long betting competition. Rob Manfred and Major League Baseball are considering a Golden At Bat rule, allowing any player to bat in a critical situation. Week 14 in the NFL features the Chiefs hosting the Chargers on Sunday night. Fresh Locks of the Week are revealed.

The Kansas City Chiefs improve to 10-1 on the season after surviving a close game against the Carolina Panthers at GEHA Field. The defense struggles, but Noah Gray has his second straight two touchdown game. Mike and Andrew recap the Week 12 action in the NFL and provide an update on the season-long betting competition. The Kansas City Royals send Brady Singer to Cincinnati for Jonathan India and Joey Wiemer creating logjams at second base and centerfield and reduces depth at starting pitcher. Week 13 in the NFL features three games on Thanksgiving Day and the Chiefs hosting the Raiders on...

The Kansas City Chiefs drop their first game of the season in a 30-21 loss at the Buffalo Bills, but remain atop the AFC at 9-1. Mike and Andrew recap the Week 11 action in the NFL and provide an update on the season-long betting competition. Did Matt Quatraro get snubbed in the AL Manager of the Year award voting? Week 12 in the NFL features the Kansas City Chiefs facing the Carolina Panthers on Sunday afternoon. New Locks of the Week are revealed.

In a special weekend edition of the Warning Track Power Hour, Mike and Andrew provide their post-fight analysis of the Jake Paul/Mike Tyson bout on Netflix before reviewing the Week 10 action in the NFL. The Kansas City Chiefs remain unbeaten after Leo Chenal and company block a last second Denver Broncos field goal attempt. The WTPH betting competition is heating up. Week 11 in the NFL features the Chiefs heading to Buffalo for a huge matchup against the Bills on Sunday afternoon. New Locks of the Week are provided.

Mike and Andrew recap the action from the NFL's Week 9 and provide an update on the season long betting competition. The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in overtime on Monday Night Football. DeAndre Hopkins has a huge game in his second appearance with the Chiefs. Should Tampa have opted for the 2 point conversion near the end of regulation? The LA Dodgers finished off the NY Yankees in New York in Game 5 of the World Series. The Kansas City Royals win two Gold Gloves and sign Michael Wacha to a multi-year deal. Week 10 in the NFL features...

Mike and Andrew recap the action from Week 8 in the NFL and provide an update on the season long betting competition. The Kansas City Chiefs win in Las Vegas to remain undefeated on the season. The New York Yankees' bats finally come to life with multiple grand slams in Game 4 of the 2024 World Series. The Dodgers lead 3-1 with the rotations turning back over to each team's ace for Game 5 in NY. Week 8 in the NFL features the Chiefs hosting Tampa Bay on Monday Night Football. Locks of the Week are revealed.

The New York Yankees will meet the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series. Some big performances in the NFL's Week 7 may be overshadowed by several high-profile injuries. The Kansas City Chiefs win in San Francisco in last season's Super Bowl rematch. The Chiefs defense continues to shine, but will now have to work around Jaylen Watson's injury. Mike and Andrew preview Week 8 for KC and the rest of the league and provide new Locks of the Week for their ongoing betting competition.

Mike and Andrew discuss the Kansas City Royals exit from the 2024 ALDS and future expectations for the club. The Mets/Dodgers and Yankees/Guardians respective series will decide the 2024 World Series matchup. Week 6 in the NFL featured a slew of high scoring games and the WTPH crew had a perfecto 6-0 record in their Locks of the Week. Week 7 action in the NFL will include the Kansas City Chiefs come off their bye week to meet the 49ers in San Francisco on Sunday afternoon. New picks for the week are revealed.

It was a huge Monday night for Kansas City fans as both the Royals and Chiefs played featured games in the same time slot. The Royals evened the ALDS series with the NY Yankees at 1 each behind a big 4th inning and solid pitching from Ragans and the bullpen. Costly player and bullpen usage decisions and questionable umpiring featured heavily in the Royals' Game 1 loss, but the series is level heading back to KC. The Kansas City Chiefs dominated the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football. Defense continues to shine. Mike and Andrew recap the NFL's Week 5 action...

Mike and Andrew chat about the crazy end to the MLB regular season that includes the Kansas City Royals moving up to the 2nd Wild Card slot. The Royals take game one of the best-of-three series with in Baltimore vs the Orioles, 1-0. The Kansas City Chiefs move to 4-0 after another close victory, this time over the division rival Los Angeles Chargers. Patrick Mahomes now has a winning record in games in which the team has trailed by 10 or more points. The ongoing betting competition is not going well for our WTPH hosts. Week 5 in the NFL sees...

Mike and Andrew recap the Week 3 action from the NFL and discuss the most surprising 3-0 and 0-3 teams, before checking in on the ongoing betting competition. The Kansas City Chiefs win 22-17 in Atlanta after back-to-back defensive stops inside the redzone preserve the lead. The Kansas City Royals endure their second seven game losing streak of the month, but continue to be in the driver's seat for the final push to the playoffs. The Chiefs meet the LA Chargers on Sunday afternoon. The Locks of the Week are revealed in a preview of the NFL's Week 4.

Mike and Andrew recap the upset-heavy and injury riddled NFL Week 2 action before checking in on the ongoing betting competition. The Kansas City Chiefs squeak by the Cincinnati Bengals 26-25 on a late field goal. Chiefs will be looking to an old friend to help cover the absence of Isiah Pacheco. The Kansas City Royals continue to have problems with bullpen usage, dropping several consecutive winnable games, but remain in playoff contention. The Chiefs head to Atlanta for a Sunday night matchup with the Falcons. The Locks of the Week are revealed in a preview of the NFL's Week 3. <...

Mike and Andrew discuss the most interesting stories from the NFL's Week 1 include: rookie quarterback debuts, the return of Aaron Rodgers, poor performances from Cincy and Cleveland, The Kansas City Chiefs hold on for the win after a late Baltimore TD is reversed. Xavier Worthy makes a big impact in his first game. The Kansas City Royals are back to their winning ways as Tommy Pham settles into the leadoff role. Big series with the Detroit Tigers next week could secure their playoff bid. The Kansas City Chiefs will face the Cincinnati Bengals in Arrowhead in Week 2. Locks of...

The Kansas City Royals have been bitten by the injury bug with a rash of IL stints piling up, but they are still in playoff contention as the final month of the 2024 season begins. The Kansas City Chiefs kick off the NFL's 2024 season with a 2023 AFC Championship Game rematch versus the Baltimore Ravens. Week 1 Locks of the Week are revealed in the 2024 WTPH Betting Competition.

The Kansas City Royals playoff odds have jumped to nearly 90% after starting 3-2 in their tough stretch against 1st place teams. Mike and Andrew make season win total projections for NFL teams for the 2024 season. The Kansas City Chiefs have finalized their 53-man roster with a few surprises. JuJu Smith-Schuster rejoins the team to round out the wide receiver group.

The Kansas City Royals are back to beating up on teams under .500, but have a tough two weeks of opponents approaching. The Kansas City Chiefs fall to 0-2 in the preseason. Mike and Andrew discuss the projected roster composition. The NFL's AFC North and East round out the fourth and final segment of the WTPH preview of each team's quarterback situation. The 2024 NFL season opener is just two weeks away!

Mike and Andrew discuss the final week of the 2024 Olympics and check in on their betting competition The Royals struggle against the Red Sox and Twins, but remain in control of the final AL Wild Card spot with less than a quarter of the season remaining. The Kansas City Chiefs' drop the first preseason game to Jacksonville and lose Hollywood Brown to a shoulder injury. Part 3 of the annual WTPH NFL QB Preview begins with a look into the quarterback situations of the teams of the AFC West and South divisions.

Mike and Andrew discuss the last week of the 2024 Olympics and check in on their bets. The Royals had a great 6-1 road trip, but drop the first two games of the ensuing homestand to a fellow Wild Card contender Boston Red Sox. The Kansas City Chiefs' training camp continues as the first preseason game approaches. Part 2 of the annual WTPH NFL QB Preview begins with a look into the quarterback situations of the teams of the NFC North and East divisions.