On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul reflects on Eric Hosmer’s brief tenure with the Cubs, and explains why things did not work out for him in Chicago. Tune in at 5pm Central on Thursdays to hear Sports Talk Chicago on AM 1230 WJOB and JED TV! Podcast: Play in new […]
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The White Sox Make The Andrew Benintendi Signing Official!
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul gives his take on the White Sox’s signing of Andrew Benintendi, and explains why it could be the steal of the 2022 MLB Offseason! Tune in at 5pm Central on Thursdays to hear Sports Talk Chicago on AM 1230 WJOB and JED TV! https://media.blubrry.com/stc/sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Andrew-Benintendi-To-White-Sox-1-3-23.mp3Podcast: […]
BREAKING: The Cubs Have Signed Eric Hosmer!
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul reacts to the Cubs’ signing of Eric Hosmer, and explains why the move seems a bit confusing. Tune in at 5pm Central on Thursdays to hear Sports Talk Chicago on AM 1230 WJOB and JED TV! https://media.blubrry.com/stc/sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Cubs-Sign-Eric-Hosmer-1-3-23.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
fERA 2.0: Comparing 1980 to 2019
Rollie Fingers. Goose Gossage. Bruce Sutter. All three of these Hall of Fame closers are generally considered to be the pioneers of their position. They each recorded 300 saves, began their rise in the mid-1970s, and today, symbolize the gold standard of saving games. They also accomplished feats, though, that […]
Cubs Free Agency Targets
Following the conclusion of the 2017 regular season, a time in which hopes for a World Series repeat became a significant storyline, the Chicago Cubs already realized their fate for the season ahead. Although focused on yet another magical playoff run, others expressed interest in the influx of players departing […]
Cubs Getting Closer to .500, Sox Not There Yet
Although the Cubs lost yesterday to the Brewers, they are near the .500 mark on the season and are 9.5 games out of a wild card spot right now. This hot streak is thanks in part to the outstanding performances by the pitching staff. Edwin Jackson, Chris Rusin, Travis Wood […]