On today’s show, I break down the Bears’ loss to Tennessee on Sunday, and explain why their offense, specifically, points to the snowball effect. I also catch up with Dave Wills, radio voice of the Tampa Bay Rays (22:08)! We discuss the Rays’ 2020 season, including their incredible World Series […]
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Matt Nagy vs. Marc Trestman, Bob Nightengale Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-3-20)
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 […]
Analytics Have Ruined Baseball, Governor Rod Blagojevich Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-30-20)
On today’s show, I address the Rays’ decision to “trust” the analytics in the World Series, and explain why it actually benefits the game moving forward. I also catch up with Governor Rod Blagojevich, former governor of Illinois and host of the Lightning Rod Podcast (23:06)! We discuss the current […]
Two Quick Bears Fixes, Ryan Dempster Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-28-20)
On today’s show, I break down the Bears’ loss to Los Angeles on Monday night, and explain why they’re two quick fixes away from being back on track. I also catch up with Ryan Dempster, former MLB All-Star pitcher, MLB Network analyst, and host of Off the Mound on Marquee Sports […]
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 […]
Renteria Fired Too Soon, Richard Justice Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-16-20)
On today’s show, I explain why the White Sox made a big mistake in firing Rick Renteria. I also catch up with Richard Justice, MLB.com columnist and MLB Network contributor (19:14)! We discuss the current MLB Postseason picture, and make World Series predictions. We also further get into Rick Renteria’s […]
Bulls May Retain Boylen, Dave Wills Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-31-20)
On today’s show, I address the Bulls’ decision to likely retain Jim Boylen for the upcoming NBA season. I also catch up with Dave Wills, radio voice of the Tampa Bay Rays! We discuss his adjustment to calling games during COVID-19, and being at the ballpark without fans. We also […]
The NBA Should Not Resume, B.J. Upton Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-18-20)
On today’s show, I address the latest developments involving the NBA’s path to resumption, including the criticism from players regarding the “bubble city” model. Unfortunately, it looks as if the association has begun to prioritize money over player safety, and that, in turn, could lead to a further spread of […]
Resuming the NBA Season, Dave Wills Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-15-20)
On today’s show, I address the uncertainty surrounding the resumption of the NBA season, and why, today, players are beginning to speak out against the proposed “bubble city” format. I also catch up with Dave Wills, radio voice of the Tampa Bay Rays! We discuss the Rays’ ability to consistently […]
Dave Wills Talks Rays Baseball, MLB News, and Broadcasting Career in Special Podcast!
Dave Wills, radio voice of the Tampa Bay Rays and former Chicago sports media star, joins the show! We discussed the Rays’ 2019 campaign, their recent trade deadline acquisitions in Eric Sogard and Ruben Cardenas, along with the team’s playoff chances heading down the stretch. We also took a look […]