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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Ending the MLB’s Labor Dispute, Erika Nardini Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-26-20)
On today’s show, I further examine Major League Baseball’s current labor dispute, along with a recent proposal that could end it altogether. It involves paying players prorated salaries, yet deferring portions of those payments until next year. This serves as a common-sense solution for both the players and owners, and […]
MLB’s New Ultimatum, Matt Vasgersian Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-22-20)
On today’s show, I examine Major League Baseball’s new ultimatum to players, and its ramifications on a possible 2020 season. Although the optics of this highly-publicized fight could not be worse, the players must stand in their ground, even if that means no MLB season this summer. I also caught […]
Bulls Are Still Rebuilding, Barry Zito Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-20-20)
On today’s show, I examine the final episode of The Last Dance, specifically, the Bulls’ never-ending rebuild that the series alluded to. Why have the Bulls been unable to adapt like other premier NBA franchises, and when can we expect the team to recreate the success of the Jordan-era? I […]
MLB’s New Safety Protocols, John Stossel Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-19-20)
On today’s show, I examine the MLB’s new safety protocols to combat the spread of COVID-19 throughout the 2020 season. Although caution is necessary, these proposed rules are simply unrealistic. Instead of drastically changing the game, while imprisoning players in the process, the MLB should not have a 2020 season, […]
NFL’s Proposed Rooney Rule Change, Christina Kahrl Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-18-20)
On today’s show, I address the NFL’s proposed Rooney Rule change, which involves gifting teams with monetary compensation or a higher third-round draft slot for interviewing a minority head coaching/front office candidate. This proposal, although well-intentioned, is not going to solve the problem at hand, nor truly benefits both minority […]
Mark Doran Talks MLB Career, Rookie of the Year, Joe Maddon, and More! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-13-20)
On today’s show, I sit down for a wide-ranging interview with Mark Doran, former MLB first-round draft pick and world-renowned hitting instructor! We discussed his professional baseball career, his time playing under Joe Maddon, starring in Rookie of the Year, his coaching philosophies, and much more! Remember to tune in […]
MLB’s 2020 Season Plans, Dave Richard Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-7-20)
On today’s show, I analyze Major League Baseball’s proposed plan to have a 2020 season, which includes a radical division realignment, pitting the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox in the same division. I also questioned rumors involving increased technological change, and maintained the position that baseball should not […]