On today’s show, I recap the Big Ten and Pac-12 decisions to cancel football in the fall, plus preview what SEC football may look like come September. I also catch up with Chuck Garfien, White Sox Beat Reporter at NBC Sports Chicago, and White Sox Insider at ESPN 1000. We […]
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Cubs and White Sox Recaps, David Kaplan Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-28-20)
On today’s show, I recap opening weekend action for the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox, plus address their in-game concerns moving forward. I also catch up with David Kaplan, host on ESPN 1000 and NBC Sports Chicago! We discuss the Marlins’ COVID-19 outbreak, and how that could affect baseball’s […]
MLB’s COVID-19 Testing Problems, Darren Woodson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-10-20)
On today’s show, I address Major League Baseball’s COVID-19 testing issues, and question why this was not considered a priority before restarting the season. I also catch up with Darren Woodson, three-time Super Bowl Champion and former Pro Bowl player! We discuss his amazing NFL career, his new podcast, plus […]
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 […]
White Sox Season Preview, Sam Panayotovich Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-30-20)
On today’s show, I preview what the Chicago White Sox have in store for the 2020 season. With excellent pitching depth, and a well-balanced lineup, this could be a memorable year on the South Side. I also catch up with Sam Panayotovich, sports betting analyst and former host on VSIN […]
Professor John List Talks Current Economy, Sports Economics, and Career! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-19-20)
On today’s show, I catch up with Professor John List, Economics Professor at The University of Chicago, and former Senior Economist on the President’s Council of Economic Advisers! We discuss the current state of the U.S. economy, and predict when it can return to normal. We also talk about his […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Mark Doran Talks MLB Career, Rookie of the Year, Joe Maddon, and More! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-13-20)
On today’s show, I sit down for a wide-ranging interview with Mark Doran, former MLB first-round draft pick and world-renowned hitting instructor! We discussed his professional baseball career, his time playing under Joe Maddon, starring in Rookie of the Year, his coaching philosophies, and much more! Remember to tune in […]