On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Bears’ decision to franchise tag Allen Robinson, and explains what it means for the team’s current quarterback search. Jon also catches up with Scott Merkin, White Sox Beat Writer for MLB.com (18:05)! They discuss the latest from Spring Training in Arizona, and […]
Chicago White Sox
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 […]
J.J. Watt To The Bears?, David Samson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 2-16-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down the Bears’ pursuit of J.J. Watt, and explains why it’s unlikely he’ll end up coming to Chicago. Jon also catches up with David Samson, former Miami Marlins President and current host of Nothing Personal on the CBS Sports Podcast Network (17:14)! They […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Bears Are Playoff Bound, Phil Rogers Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 1-5-21)
On today’s show, Jon breaks down the Bears’ loss to Green Bay, and explains why the team’s playoff berth should be celebrated. Jon also catches up with Phil Rogers, national MLB writer for Forbes, and BBWAA member (21:53)! They discuss the Cubs’ decision to trade Yu Darvish, and what it […]
The Cubs Begin To Rebuild, Teddy Greenstein Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 12-31-20)
On today’s show, Jon breaks down the Yu Darvish trade, and explains why a Cubs rebuild is necessary for another World Series Championship. Jon also catches up with Teddy Greenstein, Senior Editor at PointsBet USA (14:01)! They discuss the Bears’ win on Sunday, and what it means for their future. […]
fERA 2.0: Comparing 1980 to 2019
Rollie Fingers. Goose Gossage. Bruce Sutter. All three of these Hall of Fame closers are generally considered to be the pioneers of their position. They each recorded 300 saves, began their rise in the mid-1970s, and today, symbolize the gold standard of saving games. They also accomplished feats, though, that […]
Trubisky’s Changing Narrative, Scott Merkin Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 12-18-20)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down the ever-changing media narrative surrounding Mitch Trubisky, and explains why he’s better off leaving Chicago come next season. Jon also catches up with Scott Merkin, White Sox Beat Writer for MLB.com (20:04)! They discuss the White Sox’s recent acquisitions of Lance Lynn […]