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 […]
World Series
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 […]
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 […]
Sports’ Returns in Jeopardy, David Samson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-23-20)
On today’s show, I address the most recent uptick in COVID-19 diagnoses across America’s biggest sports, and question whether it’s worth promoting their return. I also catch up with David Samson, former President of the Miami Marlins and host of Nothing Personal on the CBS Sports Podcast Network. We discuss […]
New NBA Season Details, Ryan Dempster Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-2-20)
On today’s show, I examine new details about the NBA’s path to resumption, including their plan for the end of the season. The logical solution is to either take the top sixteen teams already in, or have a play-in tournament, similar to the NHL. The association, should not, however, force […]
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 […]
Bears Decline Trubisky’s Fifth-Year Option, Rajai Davis Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-4-20)
On today’s show, I analyze the Bears’ decision to decline Mitchell Trubisky’s fifth-year option, and what it means for his future in Chicago. I also broke down the Ted Ginn Jr. and Tashaun Gipson signings, while predicting their roles with the Bears in 2020. Later in the show, I caught […]
Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez Talks MLB News, Hall of Fame Career, and More!
Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez, Hall of Fame catcher and Texas Rangers analyst on FOX Sports Southwest, joins the show! We discussed the current suspension of the MLB season due to COVID-19, along with a possible timetable for its return. Plus, later in the show, Pudge recounts moments from his legendary MLB […]
Rajai Davis Talks MLB Career, 2016 World Series, Stealing Bases, and More!
Rajai Davis, MLB veteran player and active leader in stolen bases, joins the show! We discussed his move to the Acereros de Monclova, the impact of COVID-19 on the Mexican League, and the adjustments he’s made to living in Mexico. We also recounted the legendary 2016 World Series, his epic […]
Christina Kahrl Returns to Talk Astros’ Cheating Scandal, MLB Rule Changes, HOF, and More!
Christina Kahrl, Senior MLB Editor at ESPN, returns to the show! We discussed the further fallout from the Astros’ cheating scandal, and whether Major League Baseball should strip the team of its 2017 World Series title. We also took a look at baseball’s rule changes entering the 2020 season, and […]