On today’s show, I examine the most recent developments in the MLB labor dispute, and explain why this stands to be the missed opportunity of the century. I also catch up with Jerome Bettis, Hall of Fame running back! We discuss his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers, winning Super Bowl […]
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Bulls Hesitate to Fire Boylen, Jason Richardson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-8-20)
On today’s show, I break down the Bulls’ hesitance to fire Jim Boylen, now that their 2019-20 season is over. I also catch up with Jason Richardson, two-time NBA Slam Dunk Contest Champion! We discuss his time with the Golden State Warriors, winning the Slam Dunk Contest Championships, being apart […]
NBA Season Set to Resume, Todd Grisham Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-5-20)
On today’s show, I break down the NBA’s official path to resumption, which involves a play-in tournament for each conference’s eighth seed, then a traditional postseason format. I also catch up with Todd Grisham, TV voice of Glory Kickboxing, Golden Boy Boxing, and boxing coverage on DAZN! We discussed next […]
How Committed Are The Bears to Trubisky and Foles?, Greg Cosell Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-4-20)
On today’s show, I address ESPN’s NFL quarterback rankings, and their reasoning behind claiming that Mitchell Trubisky is currently the Bears’ starting quarterback. At this point, a definitive starter has yet to be named, and I examine the Bears’ commitment to both Trubisky and Nick Foles during this quarterback competition. […]
MLB Negotiations Continue, Thomas Jones Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-3-20)
On today’s show, I examine the most recent developments in the MLB labor negotiations, including the owners’ latest proposal, which pays players the entirety of their prorated salaries while shortening the season to 50 games. I believe that this is the best possible deal for all sides involved, and should […]
New NBA Season Details, Ryan Dempster Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-2-20)
On today’s show, I examine new details about the NBA’s path to resumption, including their plan for the end of the season. The logical solution is to either take the top sixteen teams already in, or have a play-in tournament, similar to the NHL. The association, should not, however, force […]
Blackhawks Make The Playoffs, Phil Rogers Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-1-20)
On today’s show, I break down the Blackhawks’ surprising playoff berth, along with the NHL’s proposal to resume the 2019-20 season. Although some may argue that the NHL’s “play-in” format is pointless, I believe it will lead to more interest in the sport, while actually benefitting players the most. I […]
MLB Labor Dispute Update, Joe Davis Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-29-20)
On today’s show, I break down the latest update in the MLB labor dispute, including the recent economic proposal brought forth by the owners. The current plan sees top earners taking pay cuts in excess of sixty percent, in some cases, making it virtually impossible for players to agree to […]
Michael Jordan’s Leaked Tapes, Devin Hester Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-28-20)
On today’s show, I examine the Michael Jordan leaked audio tapes, which reveal that he, in fact, left Isaiah Thomas off of the 1992 Dream Team. The tapes contradict what Jordan said in The Last Dance, which makes me wonder if other parts of the series are accurate. I also […]
Resuming the NBA Season, Scott Merkin Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-27-20)
On today’s show, I break down the NBA’s plan to resume the 2019-20 season, which involves all future games being played at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando. Although encouraging news at the outset, important details still have to be worked out, and player safety should be the […]