On today’s show, I celebrate the Cubs’ decision to begin their second rebuild, and look forward to the team’s future. I also catch up with Ryan Dempster, former MLB All-Star pitcher, MLB Network analyst, and host of Off the Mound on Marquee Sports Network! We discuss the tough ending to […]
Chicago Baseball
Russell Westbrook Hits The Market, Derrick Goold Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-16-20)
On today’s show, I analyze Russell Westbrook’s desire to leave Houston, and explain why contenders will refuse to trade for him. I also catch up with Derrick Goold, St. Louis Cardinals Beat Writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch (21:17)! We discuss the White Sox’s hiring of Tony La Russa, and […]
Houston, We Have A Problem, George Ofman Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-19-20)
On today’s show, I break down the Astros’ Game 7 loss in the ALCS, and explain why this playoff run was a complete fluke. I also catch up with George Ofman, former sports anchor at WBBM-AM, WSCR, and WGN! We discuss the Bears’ decision to bench Mitchell Trubisky, and the […]
Carlos Correa’s Comments, Tony Andracki Interview (Sports Talk Chicago/WCKG 10-8-20)
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Pac-12 Boycott, Bruce Miles Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-6-20)
On today’s show, I address the decision by Pac-12 players to boycott the College Football season, and break down their demands from the NCAA. I also catch up with Bruce Miles, former Chicago Cubs Beat Writer for The Daily Herald, and author of The Phenom. We discuss his new book, […]