On today’s show, I celebrate the Cubs’ decision to begin their second rebuild, and look forward to the team’s future. I also catch up with Ryan Dempster, former MLB All-Star pitcher, MLB Network analyst, and host of Off the Mound on Marquee Sports Network! We discuss the tough ending to […]
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The Cubs’ Biggest Issue, Coach Amy Reifert Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-5-20)
On today’s show, I address the Cubs’ prompt elimination from the MLB Postseason, and explain the true issue behind their recent demise. I also catch up with Coach Amy Reifert, Head Women’s Soccer Coach at The University of Chicago (21:08)! We discuss the challenge of coaching collegiate athletics during a […]
Victor Rojas Talks MLB Restart, Angels Baseball, Big Fly Gear, and More! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-8-20)
On today’s show, I catch up with Victor Rojas, TV voice of the Los Angeles Angels, and CEO of Big Fly Gear! We discuss Major League Baseball’s plan to resume the season, along with the COVID-19 testing problems that the league has had. We also talk about the Angels’ expectations […]
MLB Labor Dispute and Universal DH, Bruce Miles Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-22-20)
On todayās show, I address the latest news surrounding the MLB labor dispute, and explain why the universal DH proposal has the potential to permanently ruin the game. I also catch up with Bruce Miles, former Chicago Cubs Beat Writer for The Daily Herald. We discuss Joe Maddon’s legacy here […]
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 […]
Mark Doran Returns to Talk MLB News, Astros Scandal, Coaching Techniques, and More!
Mark Doran, former MLB first-round draft pick and world-renowned hitting instructor, returns to the show! We discussed the current suspension of the MLB season, and a possible timetable on its return. We also talked about the depth of the Astros cheating scandal, and the ever-increasing role of technology in the […]
Len Kasper Returns to Talk Cubs Baseball, Marquee Sports Network, and More!
Len Kasper, TV voice of the Chicago Cubs, returns for his fifth appearance on the podcast! We recapped a busy Cubs Convention weekend, while previewing what the team has to offer here in 2020. We also talked about the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal, its future ramifications on the game, and whether […]
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 […]
Cubs Let Maddon Go, Bears Without Trubisky, and More on WHPK Show #28
On today’s show, I question the end of the Joe Maddon era in Chicago, reveal the Bears’ winning formula, which ironically enough, needs Mitchell Trubisky, and introduce “All Bets Are Off,” where I make picks on four NFL games for the upcoming week! Listen to the show live every Thursday […]
Bruce Miles Talks Cubs Baseball and Amazing Sports Journalism Career!
Bruce Miles, Chicago Cubs Beat Writer forĀ The Daily HeraldĀ 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 […]