🚨 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.

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The CBA is messy, the future is unclear, and we’re making it up as we go.

Neil and Brandon break down the latest on the NLL CBA talks before diving into some WAY too early 2026 predictions for the PLL and WLL. From MVP chatter to championship picks, player contracts, and injury concerns, nothing is off the table. The guys also step into the role of “Lacrosse Czar” for a day, debating rule changes, the two-point line in college, and how to restructure the lacrosse calendar to grow the game.

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The PLL Championship delivered — and we’ve got thoughts.

Neil and Brandon break down the title game, the WLL announcing a full season, big names from the NLL draft, and the ongoing CBA talks. From league growth to promoting stars, integrating men’s and women’s lacrosse, and the dominance of the Chiefs in the Mann Cup — this one covers it all.

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From lacrosse fields to the NFL sidelines.

Neil sits down with TJ Strother, now a videographer with the Houston Texans, to talk about his journey in sports media. TJ shares how he found his passion, the early days of creating lacrosse content, and the shift to working in pro football. We get into career milestones, the evolution of lacrosse media, advice for up-and-coming creators, and what it’s really like producing content at the highest level. Plus, some nostalgia from his playing days, and where he hopes to take things next.

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The PLL semifinals brought fireworks 🎆 Atlas ride Entenmann’s hot hand and a strong midfield past the Dogs, while Denver looks unstoppable after steamrolling the Woods.

Neil and Brandon break down both games, from the Water Dogs’ offensive struggles to Brennan O’Neill’s takeover and Luke Weirman winning the stripe battle against TD. Plus: listener mail on the best player since 2010, a wild idea for the two-point line, and Brandon’s experience shooting Air Force football.

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The PLL quarterfinals delivered, and we’re breaking it all down.

Neil dives into everything shaking up the lacrosse world right now: Zed Williams’ NLL trade, a wild weekend of PLL playoff action, and Canada’s historic U-20 World Championship win. From clutch performances and smart adjustments to what these games mean for the next round (and even next season), this episode hits it all. Plus, some thoughts on the US vs. Canadian development systems — and a big thank you to everyone who’s been listening.

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The PLL awards race is heating up 🔥, and the NLL is shaking up. What does it all mean?

Neil and Brandon dig into the moves, then pivot to the PLL awards race. From MVP to Rookie of the Year, Coach to Comeback, we break down the finalists, the cases for and against them, and what the voting says about how players are valued. We also look at how defensive play fits into the awards picture, the goalie race, and the big moves in the NLL offseason.

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