On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ hitting struggles, and explains why it’s time to consider moving on from their trusty core. Jon also catches up with Professor Allen Sanderson, University of Chicago Professor, noted sports economist, and Chicago Life columnist (21:24)! They discuss the current NCAA Supreme […]
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Cubs & White Sox Opening Weekend Update, Professor Allen Sanderson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 4-6-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses MLB opening weekend, and breaks down the Cubs’ and White Sox’s first games of 2021. Jon also catches up with Professor Allen Sanderson, University of Chicago Professor, noted sports economist, and Chicago Life columnist (18:17)! They discuss the current NCAA Supreme Court showdown, […]
Extending Anthony Rizzo, Todd Fuhrman Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 4-1-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Anthony Rizzo extension talks, and explains why the Cubs are right in waiting to sign him. Jon also catches up with Todd Fuhrman, host of the Bet The Board Podcast, and sports gambling analyst for FOX Bet Live and CBS Sports (20:40)! They discuss […]
How To Save The NBA, Jose Canseco Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 3-8-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul explains the true problem facing the NBA, and proposes a never-before-seen plan to fix the game for good. Jon also catches up with Jose Canseco, two-time World Series Champion and 1988 AL MVP (22:43)! They discuss his fight with Billy Football, and the messy […]
PECOTA Projections Gone Wrong, Warren Sapp Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 2-11-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the 2021 MLB PECOTA projections, and explains why the White Sox were clearly short-changed. Jon also catches up with Warren Sapp, Hall of Fame defensive tackle, Super Bowl Champion, and seven-time Pro Bowler (18:05)! They discuss Super Bowl LV, and compare the 2020 Buccaneers […]
Carson Wentz Trade Rumors, Jared Diamond Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 2-8-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Carson Wentz trade rumors, and explains why the Bears acquiring him would be a big mistake. Jon also catches up with Jared Diamond, national MLB writer at The Wall Street Journal, and author of Swing Kings (19:45)! They discuss the Baseball Hall of Fame election […]
Are The Cubs An Enigma?, Jared Diamond Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 2-2-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ signing of Joc Pederson, and evaluates their expectations in 2021. Jon also catches up with Jared Diamond, national MLB writer at The Wall Street Journal, and author of Swing Kings (19:16)! They discuss the Baseball Hall of Fame election results, and […]
Hank Aaron’s Legacy, Bret Boone Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 1-26-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul reflects on the life of Hank Aaron, and explains why he is still baseball’s true home run king. Jon also catches up with Bret Boone, 3-time MLB All-Star, 4-time Gold Glove Award winner, and host of The Boone Podcast (16:32)! They further discuss Hank […]
Matthew Stafford To Bears?, Len Kasper Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 1-25-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses Matthew Stafford’s trade availablilty, and explains whether or not he’d be a good fit for the Bears. Jon also catches up with Len Kasper, radio voice of the White Sox (22:15)! They discuss his move from the Cubs booth, and his legacy with […]
Jon Lester Departs, Len Kasper Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 1-21-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down the Nationals’ signing of Jon Lester, and reflects on his memorable Cubs tenure. Jon also catches up with Len Kasper, radio voice of the White Sox (19:03)! They discuss his move from the Cubs booth, and his legacy with the team moving […]