On today’s show, I address Carlos Correa’s recent comments, which double-down on the Astros’ recent success in spite of last year’s cheating scandal. I also catch up with Tony Andracki, Digital Content Manager, and Chicago Cubs Reporter for the Marquee Sports Network (17:52)! We discuss the Cubs’ loss to Miami […]
Baseball
Bring Back Trubisky, David Samson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-6-20)
On today’s show, I explain why the Bears made a grave mistake in deciding to bench Mitchell Trubisky. I also catch up with David Samson, former President of the Miami Marlins and host of Nothing Personal on the CBS Sports Podcast Network (20:04)! We discuss the Cubs’ loss to Miami […]
The Trubisky Era Ends, Mark Schanowski Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 9-29-20)
On today’s show, I address the Bears’ decision to bench Mitchell Trubisky, and explain its true long-term effects on the team. I also catch up with Mark Schanowski, Bulls analyst for NBC Sports Chicago, host of the Sharp Shooters podcast, and host of White Sox Pre/Post coverage on WGN Radio! […]
Cubs Celebrate Too Early, White Sox Are Hypocrites, Rick Barry Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 9-28-20)
On today’s show, I address the Cubs’ celebration of their division championship after a loss. I also call out the White Sox for beaming Willson Contreras after his bat flip. Later on the program, I catch up with Rick Barry, Basketball Hall of Fame player and NBA Legend! We discuss […]
Albert Almora’s Demotion, Jon “Boog” Sciambi Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 9-3-20)
On today’s show, I recap the MLB trade deadline and comment on Albert Almora’s demotion by the Chicago Cubs. I also catch up with Jon “Boog” Sciambi, voice of Sunday Night Baseball on ESPN Radio and Wednesday Night Baseball on ESPN (17:35 mark)! We discuss the 2020 MLB season and […]
Crosstown Classic Recap, Tim Kurkjian Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-26-20)
On today’s show, I break down this past weekend’s Crosstown Classic, and explain why the White Sox have become Chicago’s premier baseball franchise. I also catch up with Tim Kurkjian, Senior MLB Writer/Analyst for ESPN! We discuss the unwritten rules of baseball, and how they relate to Fernando Tatis Jr.’s […]
Bulls’ Draft Choices, Greg Gumbel Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-25-2020)
On today’s show, I break down the Chicago Bulls’ options ahead of the 2020 NBA Draft. By having the fourth overall pick, the team can select a generational-type talent, and must take advantage of this opportunity. I also catch up with Greg Gumbel, NFL, and NCAA Basketball broadcaster for CBS […]
Baseball’s Unwritten Rules, Dean Blandino Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-20-20)
On today’s show, I address Fernando Tatis Jr.’s late-game grand slam, and the ridiculousness of baseball’s unwritten rules. I also catch up with Dean Blandino, NFL, and CFB Rules Analyst for FOX Sports! We discuss the end of the pass-interference challenge in the NFL, and what it means for the […]
College Football Cancellations, Chuck Garfien Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-14-20)
On today’s show, I recap the Big Ten and Pac-12 decisions to cancel football in the fall, plus preview what SEC football may look like come September. I also catch up with Chuck Garfien, White Sox Beat Reporter at NBC Sports Chicago, and White Sox Insider at ESPN 1000. We […]
Cubs and White Sox Recap, Dave Eanet Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-11-20)
On today’s show, I recap the week that was for both the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox. I also catch up with Dave Eanet, Sports Director at WGN Radio, and voice of Northwestern Athletics. We discuss college football’s tough decision to cancel the season, and the possible ramifications moving […]