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On this Wednesday edition of The Sam and Brad Show, Sam and Brad recall their experiences when they learned of the 9/11 attacks 18 years ago (00:23). Tom Withers of the Associated Press caught up the guys over the latest in Cleveland sports news (06:44). Sam and Brad also broke down the circus centered around New England Patriots WR Antonio Brown (21:51).

:19 - It’s been 18 years since the tragic terrorist attack that occurred in New York City, the Pentagon in D.C., and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kevin Kern joined the program to discuss the historic significance of September 11th, and how it has become our generation’s Pearl Harbor.

8:27 - Another tragedy hit home on Monday evening, as we heard word that Cavaliers broadcaster Fred McLeod passed away at the age of 67. Ray and Tony reflected on Fred’s broadcasts and personality, which has not only been a constant on TV since 2006, but he’s a fellow Northeast Ohioan who worked at Channel 8 before moving to Detroit.

15:16 - Continuing on with 9/11, Tim Dimoff from SACS Consulting & Investigative Services joined Ray to look at how homeland security measures have changed from the time the attacks occurred to now.

20:42 - Is vaping a better alternative to smoking? Not really, according to recent reports.

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On the Tuesday edition of the Sam and Brad Show:

Allie Clifton Spectrum SportsNet and former Fox Sports Ohio Sideline Reporter offered her thoughts on the death of Fred McLeod and how he impacted her life as a broadcaster and a person.

One of the GREATEST days of all of our lives and @CavsFredMcLeod called it all with his buddy A.C! ???❤️ https://t.co/q8r7go14IB

— LeBron James (@KingJames) September 10, 2019

 

(Cavaliers) It is with the most extreme sadness that the Cleveland Cavaliers share that Cavs and Fox Sports Ohio play-by-play announcer Fred McLeod died suddenly Monday evening. The entire Cavaliers organization mourns the loss of their great friend and teammate. Fred’s deep love for Cleveland and the Cavaliers was clearly evident in everything he did in and around the community and on-air during his more than 1,000 Cavalier game broadcasts. He was a true, heart-felt ambassador for the team, fans and entire greater Cleveland community.

The Cavaliers extend our deepest condolences to Fred’s entire family, including his wife Beth, mother Marilyn, sister Lynn, and his three children, Sean, Jenna, Molly and each of their families.

Fred was born and grew up in nearby Strongsville, Ohio. He was the Cavaliers television play-by-play announcer on FOX Sports Ohio since the 2006 season. He was about to embark on his 14th consecutive season, and 15th overall, as he served in the same capacity with the Cavs during the 1979-80 season.

In addition to his play-by-play duties, Fred also served as the Cavaliers’ Executive Producer for Multimedia, providing fans behind-the-scenes access on Cavs.com, Cavs HQ, Twitter and Facebook with daily updates and interviews during the season.

One of the most accomplished and respected announcers in the NBA, Fred recently celebrated his 36th season of broadcasting games, having also spent 22 seasons announcing Detroit Pistons games, prior to returning home to join the Cavaliers in 2006. Fred spent the 1979 MLB baseball season in Cleveland as well, as a TV announcer for the Cleveland Indians. His diverse and extensive sports broadcasting career also included time with the NFL’s Detroit Lions and MLB’s Detroit Tigers.

Fred was a multiple regional Emmy Award winner as part of the Fox Sports Ohio Cavs broadcast crew, along with his beloved game broadcast partner Austin Carr. He was also a proud recipient of the National Academy of Arts and Sciences’ prestigious Silver Circle Award in recognition of lifetime achievement in television.

Fred was a Point Park University (Pittsburgh) graduate, where he played baseball and pitched in the NAIA College World Series.

Statement from the Gilbert family regarding Fred McLeod:

“Fred McLeod was truly a one-of-a-kind person and friend. Words cannot express our feelings as we think about the many special memories we have of Fred and a relationship that spans four decades. We will miss him tremendously.

Fred was not only a great broadcaster and communicator that informed, explained and entertained, but he passionately embodied the Cavaliers ‘All for One. One for All.’ DNA in every aspect of his life.

He had the gift of connecting with everyone he interacted with and leaving them feeling happier, stronger, more positive, and valued. Fred has left an impactful, lasting legacy in Cleveland, Detroit and beyond.

Our family extends our deepest and warmest sympathies to Fred’s entire family, including his wonderful wife Beth, mother Marilyn, sister Lynn, and his three children, Sean, Jenna, Molly and each of their families."

 

On the Monday edition of the Sam and Brad Show:

Cavaliers TV Play-by-Play voice Fred McLeod spoke about the hiring of John Beilein as the next head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers. (21 seconds)

Oliver Luck, Commissioner of the XFL spoke about the startup of the new football league in 2020.(10:08)

Sam and Brad offered their thoughts on the hiring of John Beilein as the new Cavaliers coach. (20:49)

 

Fox Sports Ohio's Fred McLeod spoke with Brad Russell and Justin McKinney about the drafting of Collin Sexton at #8 for the NBA Draft.

 The Cavs are excited about their new prospect and look forward to seeing what he can do on the court.

Cleveland Cavaliers TV play-by-play man for FOX Sports Ohio Fred McLeod joined the Sam and Brad Show to talk about the Cavaliers'  sweep over the Toronto Raptors last night at the Q.

The Wine and Gold await their opponent for the Eastern Conference Finals, either the Boston Celtics or Philadelphia 76ers.

 

There's a lot of questions about the Cavaliers after their 18-point loss to the Indiana Pacers in Game #1 of the NBA Playoffs

Fox Sports Ohio's TV play-by-play voice Fred McLeod offered his thoughts.

 

TV voice of the Cleveland Cavaliers on Fox Sports Ohio, Fred McLeod joined the Sam and Brad Show Tuesday to assess the Cavs' loss against Golden State and their recent struggles as of late.

The Cavaliers return to the practice floor tomorrow before taking on the Orlando Magic Thursday night.

 

Eric Koreen from the Athletic Toronto spoke about the Toronto Raptors as they prepare to face the Cavs tonight at the Q.

 

Rafael Hernandez Brito, the Spanish Play-by-Play voice of the Cavaliers spoke with Sam live on site to talk about the Cavs' side of things.

Cavaliers play-by-play announcer for FOX Sports Ohio Fred McLeod spoke with Sam and Brad live at the Q Friday ahead of Cavs and Sixers tonight.

 

Cavaliers play-by-play man Fred McLeod from Fox Sports Ohio spoke with Sam and Brad Wednesday to talk about the team's workmanlike win over Minnesota Tuesday and their game tonight against the Indiana Pacers.

  

 The full interview can be heard below.

 

Cavs play-by-play TV voice Fred McLeod from FoxSports Ohio joined Brad Russell to talk about the passing of sports broadcaster Craig Sager due to cancer Thursday.

Sager was 65. He worked for various outlets, most notably Turner Sports, where he was seen as a sideline reporter during NBA games.

He got to cover an NBA Finals courtesy of ESPN as he was battling cancer.

 

The Cavaliers and Warriors will be heading back to Cleveland and this Game 6 is expected to have an electric atmosphere inside the Q.

Fred McLeod, the Cavs' play-by-play announcer from Fox Sports Ohio joined the Sam Bourquin Show Wednesday to talk about the series, how fun it's been, and how the Cavs have responded with their back against the wall.

"This is what you'd hope for, this is what you expect, and tomorrow night should be the most dramatic game we've seen of the series so far," he said.

 

Fred says he expects LeBron to pick up where he left off in Game 5. Not 41 points per say, but McLeod says his confidence is unshakeable.

For the full interview with Fred McLeod, click right here.