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 […]
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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 […]
Where the MLB Stands Today, Jerome Bettis Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-9-20)
On today’s show, I examine the most recent developments in the MLB labor dispute, and explain why this stands to be the missed opportunity of the century. I also catch up with Jerome Bettis, Hall of Fame running back! We discuss his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers, winning Super Bowl […]
NBA Season Set to Resume, Todd Grisham Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-5-20)
On today’s show, I break down the NBA’s official path to resumption, which involves a play-in tournament for each conference’s eighth seed, then a traditional postseason format. I also catch up with Todd Grisham, TV voice of Glory Kickboxing, Golden Boy Boxing, and boxing coverage on DAZN! We discussed next […]
MLB Negotiations Continue, Thomas Jones Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-3-20)
On today’s show, I examine the most recent developments in the MLB labor negotiations, including the owners’ latest proposal, which pays players the entirety of their prorated salaries while shortening the season to 50 games. I believe that this is the best possible deal for all sides involved, and should […]
Resuming the NBA Season, Scott Merkin Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-27-20)
On today’s show, I break down the NBA’s plan to resume the 2019-20 season, which involves all future games being played at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando. Although encouraging news at the outset, important details still have to be worked out, and player safety should be the […]
Ending the MLB’s Labor Dispute, Erika Nardini Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-26-20)
On today’s show, I further examine Major League Baseball’s current labor dispute, along with a recent proposal that could end it altogether. It involves paying players prorated salaries, yet deferring portions of those payments until next year. This serves as a common-sense solution for both the players and owners, and […]
MLB’s New Ultimatum, Matt Vasgersian Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-22-20)
On today’s show, I examine Major League Baseball’s new ultimatum to players, and its ramifications on a possible 2020 season. Although the optics of this highly-publicized fight could not be worse, the players must stand in their ground, even if that means no MLB season this summer. I also caught […]
Aaron Rodgers to Bears?, Chris Gronkowski Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-21-20)
On today’s show, I address the rumors involving Aaron Rodgers being traded to the Bears. Believe it or not, this talk is credible, as the Packers have a history of prematurely forcing out legendary quarterbacks. I also catch up with Chris Gronkowski, former NFL fullback and inventor of Ice Shaker. […]
MLB’s New Safety Protocols, John Stossel Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-19-20)
On today’s show, I examine the MLB’s new safety protocols to combat the spread of COVID-19 throughout the 2020 season. Although caution is necessary, these proposed rules are simply unrealistic. Instead of drastically changing the game, while imprisoning players in the process, the MLB should not have a 2020 season, […]