On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses Tony La Russa’s response to Yermin Mercedes’s home run, and explains why not all of baseball’s unwritten rules are wrong. Jon also catches up with Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY MLB Columnist and MLB Network Insider (21:55)! They further discuss the La Russa/Mercedes situation, […]
Chicago Cubs
White Sox Recovery, Carrie Muskat Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-11-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the White Sox’s recent win streak, and explains why Tony La Russa is receiving unfair media treatment. Jon also catches up with Carrie Muskat, former Cubs Beat Writer for MLB.com and the author of The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made […]
Trading Kris Bryant, Greg Gumbel Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-10-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Kris Bryant trade rumors, and explains why the Cubs should deal him before the deadline. Jon also catches up with Greg Gumbel, NFL on CBS broadcaster and March Madness studio host (19:20)! They discuss the Bears’ draft haul, and take a look […]
Have The Cubs Recovered?, David Haugh Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 4-19-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ offensive explosion, and wonders whether they’ve finally broken out of their slump. Jon also catches up with David Haugh, host of Mully and Haugh on 670 the Score and contributor to NBC Sports Chicago (18:28)! They discuss the Bears’ draft needs, and evaluate […]
Bears Draft Needs, David Haugh Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 4-15-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Bears’ NFL Draft needs, and explains why selecting a quarterback could provide the team with some hope. Jon also catches up with David Haugh, host of Mully and Haugh on 670 the Score and contributor to NBC Sports Chicago (18:22)! They further discuss the […]
The Bulls’ Playoff Chances, Tony Andracki Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 4-13-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Bulls’ recent losing streak, and explains what they have to do to make the NBA Playoffs. Jon also catches up with Tony Andracki, Digital Content Manager, and Chicago Cubs Reporter for the Marquee Sports Network (18:22)! They discuss the Cubs’ prolific hitting […]
Cubs Hitting Struggles, Professor Allen Sanderson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG
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 […]
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 […]
Cubs & White Sox Spring Training Updates, Dave Eanet Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 3-9-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul analyzes the latest from Cubs and White Sox camp, and previews what to expect for the upcoming MLB season. Jon also catches up with Dave Eanet, Sports Director at WGN Radio, and voice of Northwestern Athletics (20:23)! They discuss Northwestern’s chances in the Big […]