Jared Diamond, national MLB writer for The Wall Street Journal and author of Swing Kings, joins the show! We recapped the Nationals’ stunning World Series win, and examined the underdog mentality that led to their success. We also took a look at the beginning of MLB free agency, while also, […]
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JP Arencibia Talks World Series, MLB News, and Baseball Career!
JP Arencibia, former MLB catcher and current analyst on FOX Sports Florida, joins the show! We previewed the 2019 World Series, while breaking down the strengths and weaknesses of both the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals. We also discussed whether Bryce Harper’s absence is related to the Nationals’ 2019 success, […]
Tim Kurkjian Talks MLB Postseason, Cubs Baseball, and Sports Media Career!
Tim Kurkjian, Senior MLB Writer/Analyst for ESPN, joins the show! We discussed the Washington Nationals’ surprising World Series run, and how they’ve managed to succeed despite Bryce Harper’s departure. We also talked about the Yankees vs. Astros ALCS matchup, and previewed what’s in store for Game 5. Later in the […]
Bruce Miles Talks Cubs Baseball and Amazing Sports Journalism Career!
Bruce Miles, Chicago Cubs Beat Writer for The Daily Herald from 1998-2019, joins the show! We discussed the disappointing end to the Cubs’ 2019 season, and where their collapse ranks amongst others in franchise history. We also talked about the end of the Joe Maddon era, and the top managerial candidates available […]
Barry Zito Talks Legendary MLB Career, New Book, and Life in Music!
Barry Zito, 2002 AL Cy Young Award winner and two-time World Series Champion, joins the show! We discussed his new book, entitled Curveball, which details Barry’s mental struggles throughout his 15-year MLB career. We also talked about him being left off of the 2010 San Francisco Giants postseason roster, and how […]
True Stories Special: Part 2 with Paul Babcock
Paul Babcock, 1993 NAIA National Champion, and current Andrew High School varsity baseball coach, joins me on Part 2 of True Stories. During this inspiring, 42-minute conversation, Coach Babcock and I take an in-depth look at his new book, entitled The Team, which describes his miraculous journey from his beginnings on an Illinois […]
Ozzie Smith Talks Hall of Fame Career and More in Exclusive Interview!
Ozzie Smith, Hall of Fame shortstop, joins the show to reflect on his amazing MLB career! We also touch on his election into the Baseball Hall of Fame, his role on the Veteran’s Committee, plus his involvement with the Gateway PGA Reach Foundation. Enjoy this interview with a […]
Bears, World Series, and Lakers Talk on WHPK Show #3
rec_20181022-090030 (Click on the link to download and listen!) On Show #3 for 88.5 WHPK-FM Chicago, I recap the Bears game against the Patriots, preview the World Series, plus explain why the Los Angeles Lakers are a team of “misfits.” Podcast: Play in new window | Download
What Does Yu Darvish Bring to the Table?
During the World Series last year, one in which the Chicago Cubs were unable to participate in, the Los Angeles Dodgers were vying for their first championship in over twenty-five years. Despite the team’s towering payroll, the Dodgers possessed all of the tools necessary to complete their never-ending quest. When […]
Sox Follow In Cubs Footsteps
Following the 2008 season, in which the Chicago White Sox won the AL Central Division after a dramatic one-game playoff, the franchise as a whole slipped into a paralytic regression. In these past eight years, the team has finished with a winning record only twice, while averaging a meager seventy-six wins per […]