On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the state of the Cubs post-trade deadline, and explains why it’s time to move on. Jon also catches up with Scott Merkin, White Sox Beat Writer for MLB.com (18:43)! They discuss the White Sox’s sweep over the Cubs, and its significance moving forward. They […]
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Javier Baez Extension Talks, Dave Wills Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-24-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ extension talks with Javier Baez, and explains why he is not worth the $200 million he could be seeking. Jon also catches up with Dave Wills, radio voice of the Tampa Bay Rays (19:36)! They discuss the Rays’ success in 2021, […]
White Sox Beat Down Astros, Jose Canseco Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-19-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the White Sox’s big series win over Houston, and explains why they are the preeminent World Series favorite across MLB. Jon also catches up with Jose Canseco, two-time World Series Champion and 1988 AL MVP (18:45)! They discuss his recovery from shoulder surgery, […]
White Sox First Half Recap, Jose Canseco Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-17-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul evaluates the White Sox’s first-half performance, and explains why, despite numerous injuries, they are still World Series favorites. Jon also catches up with Jose Canseco, two-time World Series Champion and 1988 AL MVP (21:33)! They discuss his recovery from shoulder surgery, and when he […]
NIL and NCAA, David Samson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-2-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the NCAA’s new NIL policy, and explains what it means for the college sports landscape moving forward. Jon also catches up with David Samson, former Miami Marlins President and current host of Nothing Personal on the CBS Sports Podcast Network (17:24)! They discuss MLB’s sticky […]
The Cubs’ Season Is Over, Ryan Dempster Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-5-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ series loss to Milwaukee, and explains why it’s time to give up on their 2021 playoff prospects. Jon also catches up with Ryan Dempster, World Series Champion, All-Star pitcher, and host of Off The Mound on the Marquee Sports Network (22:00)! They further […]
Cubs Becoming Contenders, Adam Rank Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-17-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ recent wins, and explains why they’ve slowly become a borderline contender. Jon also catches up with Adam Rank, fantasy football analyst at NFL Network, NFL.com writer, and host of The Adam Rank Podcast (19:30)! They discuss the Bears’ current quarterback competition, […]
Bears OTA Update, Dave Parker Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-11-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses updates from Bears OTAs, and explains why there’s still no answer regarding the quarterback competition. Jon also catches up with Dave Parker, two-time World Series Champion, 1978 NL MVP, and author of Cobra: A Life of Baseball and Brotherhood (21:08)! They discuss the […]
Cubs Show Regression, Teddy Greenstein Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-10-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ recent string of losses, and explains why fans must demand excellence to avoid a rebuild. Jon also catches up with Teddy Greenstein, Senior Editor at PointsBet USA (22:03)! They discuss the Bears’ quarterback situation, and how it stands to affect the team’s […]
White Sox Are MLB’s Best Team, Mark Schanowski Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-4-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the White Sox’s recent string of wins, and explains why he thinks they’re the best team in baseball. Jon also catches up with Mark Schanowski, Bulls Insider at Stadium, sports reporter at ABC 7 Chicago, and host of Gimme The Hot Sauce (21:56)! […]