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 […]
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Philip Rivers’ Hall of Fame Case, Christina Kahrl Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 12-17-20)
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 […]
Baker Mayfield’s False Narrative, Jose Canseco Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 12-16-20)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down the false narrative surrounding Baker Mayfield, and explains why he is the opposite of an NFL Draft bust. Jon also catches up with Jose Canseco, two-time World Series Champion, and 1988 AL MVP (18:33)! They discuss his current feud with Logan Paul, […]
The White Sox Are Making Moves, Benjamin Allbright Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 12-10-20)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down the White Sox’s signing of Adam Eaton and trade for Lance Lynn. Jon also catches up with Benjamin Allbright, national NFL insider for the Pro Football Network and host of Broncos Country Tonight on KOA NewsRadio 850 AM in Denver (20:29)! We […]
Kyle Schwarber Is Not A Legend, Derrick Goold Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 12-7-20)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul explains why Kyle Schwarber is not a Cubs legend, and why the Cubs chose to non-tender him. Jon also catches up with Derrick Goold, St. Louis Cardinals Beat Writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch (21:17)! They discuss the White Sox’s hiring of Tony La Russa, and […]
Bonds and Clemens Deserve Hall of Fame Bids, Scott Merkin Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-30-20)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul analyzes the Hall of Fame cases for Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens, and explains why they’re deserving of enshrinement. Jon also catches up with Scott Merkin, White Sox Beat Writer for MLB.com (17:34)! They discuss the team’s decision to hire Tony La Russa, and […]
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, […]
Russell Westbrook Hits The Market, Derrick Goold Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-16-20)
On today’s show, I analyze Russell Westbrook’s desire to leave Houston, and explain why contenders will refuse to trade for him. I also catch up with Derrick Goold, St. Louis Cardinals Beat Writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch (21:17)! We discuss the White Sox’s hiring of Tony La Russa, and […]
Tim Anderson Stirs The Pot, Dan Hampton Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-9-20)
On today’s show, I analyze Tim Anderson’s comments on the White Sox’s hiring of Tony La Russa, and explain what they mean for the team’s future. I also catch up with Dan Hampton, Hall of Fame defensive tackle, Super Bowl Champion, and Chicago Bears contributor to WGN Radio! We discuss […]
La Russa Won’t Work With Sox, Scott Merkin Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-5-20)
On today’s show, I explain why Tony La Russa will not work with the White Sox, although it won’t necessarily be his fault. I also catch up with Scott Merkin, White Sox Beat Writer for MLB.com (19:50)! We further discuss the team’s decision to hire Tony La Russa, and assess […]