On today’s show, I break down the Bears’ loss to New Orleans, plus assess Matt Nagy’s eerie similarities to Marc Trestman. I also catch up with Bob Nightengale, Senior MLB Columnist for USA TODAY, and MLB Network Insider (18:57)! We discuss the White Sox’s hiring of Tony La Russa, and what […]
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Baseball Will Never Be The Same, Dan Hampton Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-23-20)
On today’s show, I explain why baseball’s “temporary” new rules are becoming permanent, and how that stands to ruin the game come next year. I also catch up with Dan Hampton, Hall of Fame defensive tackle, Super Bowl Champion, and Chicago Bears contributor to WGN Radio (20:27)! We discuss the […]
Mike North Talks MLB Shortened Season, Jim Boylen, Bears Football, and More! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-3-20)
On today’s show, I catch up with Mike North, sports talk radio legend and host of “The Odds Couple” on ESPN 1000! We discuss the MLB’s shortened season, plus take an in-depth look at Baseball’s Hall of Fame members and non-members. We also talk about Jim Boylen’s position with the […]
Blackhawks Make The Playoffs, Phil Rogers Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-1-20)
On today’s show, I break down the Blackhawks’ surprising playoff berth, along with the NHL’s proposal to resume the 2019-20 season. Although some may argue that the NHL’s “play-in” format is pointless, I believe it will lead to more interest in the sport, while actually benefitting players the most. I […]
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 […]
NFL Ends PI Challenges, Ross Tucker Interview, WAR, What Is It Good For? (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-15-20)
On today’s show, I applaud the NFL’s decision to eliminate the option for teams to challenge pass interference calls. This was a rule brought about by one play, and should not have been instituted from the beginning. I also catch up with Ross Tucker, former NFL player and host of […]
Warren Sapp Returns and NFL Draft Talk! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 4-24-20)
On today’s show, I break down the first round of the NFL Draft, and explain why Tua Tagovailoa is primed to be a much better quarterback than Joe Burrow. During my second segment, Warren Sapp, Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive tackle, returns to the program! We discussed the current […]
Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez Talks MLB News, Hall of Fame Career, and More!
Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez, Hall of Fame catcher and Texas Rangers analyst on FOX Sports Southwest, joins the show! We discussed the current suspension of the MLB season due to COVID-19, along with a possible timetable for its return. Plus, later in the show, Pudge recounts moments from his legendary MLB […]
Darren Woodson Talks NFL News, Legendary Football Career, and More!
Darren Woodson, three-time Super Bowl Champion and Dallas Cowboys all-time leading tackler, joins the show! We discussed the NFL’s decision to expand the postseason, and whether it stands to benefit the league in the long run. We also talked about Tom Brady’s move to Tampa Bay, the Cowboys’ signing of […]
Mike “Doc” Emrick Talks NHL’s Suspended Season, Blackhawks News, and Legendary Broadcasting Career!
Mike “Doc” Emrick, lead NHL broadcaster for NBC Sports and Foster Hewitt Memorial Award winner, joins the show! We discussed the NHL’s decision to suspend the season due to COVID-19, and what it means for the sport moving forward. We also broke down the Blackhawks’ wild card chances, and recounted […]