On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down Philip Rivers’ Hall of Fame case, and his overall legacy within NFL circles. Jon also catches up with Christina Kahrl, Senior MLB Editor at ESPN and BBWAA member (16:20)! They discuss Major League Baseball’s decision to formally recognize the Negro Leagues, and […]
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Jed Hoyer Takes Over, Mike North Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-25-20)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down Jed Hoyer’s takeover of the Cubs, and explains why he must start another rebuild. Jon also catches up with Mike North, sports talk radio legend and host of “The Odds Couple” on ESPN 1000 (19:09)! They discuss the Bears’ current quarterback situation, […]
Trubisky Wins The Job, Cole Cubelic Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 9-10-20)
On today’s show, I analyze the Bears’ decision to make Mitchell Trubisky the starting quarterback. I also catch up with Cole Cubelic, analyst for ESPN’s SEC Network and host on 94.5 WJOX-FM (16:45)! We discuss the controversy surrounding the Big Ten, and its decision to play college football in the […]
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 […]
A-Rod Wants A Salary Cap, Jason Whitlock Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-22-20)
On today’s show, I address Alex Rodriguez’s call for an MLB salary cap, and explain his bias on the issue. I also catch up with Jason Whitlock, partner and columnist at OutKick.com! We discuss his move to OutKick from FS1, and his new plans with the company moving forward. We […]
Scott Merkin and Randy Merkin Talk Impressive Sports Media Careers! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-26-20)
On today’s show, I catch up with Scott Merkin, Chicago White Sox Beat Writer for MLB.com, and Randy Merkin, Assistant Program Director and Executive Producer of Waddle and Silvy on ESPN 1000! We discuss their journeys in the sports media landscape, and their start at Homewood-Flossmoor High School’s radio station. […]
Tim Brando Talks CFB Returning and Sports Media Career! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-24-20)
On today’s show, I catch up with Tim Brando, national college football and college basketball broadcaster for FOX Sports. We address college football’s path to resumption this Fall, and whether fans, in some cases, could be allowed inside of stadiums. We also have an in-depth discussion about his career, which […]
The MLB’s Math Doesn’t Add Up, Jon Anik Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-11-20)
On today’s show, I examine the MLB’s latest path to resumption, and how the different offers proposed by the owners actually end up paying players the same amount of money. I also catch up with Jon Anik, lead voice of the UFC on ESPN and host of The Anik and […]
Zach LaVine’s Comments, Cole Cubelic Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-10-20)
On today’s show, I address Zach LaVine’s comments on the Bulls not making the NBA’s revised postseason format, and take a deeper look into just how dysfunctional the organization has been since the end of the Michael Jordan era. I also catch up with Cole Cubelic, analyst on ESPN and […]