On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down the report that the Bears and Darnell Mooney have significant interest in a contract extension, and explains why it would be wise for the team to retain him for the right price! Jon also catches up with Bret Boone, 3-time MLB All-Star, […]
Los Angeles Dodgers
Nagy Scapegoats Trubisky, Joe Davis Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 1-22-22)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses reports that Matt Nagy sabotaged Mitchell Trubisky, and explains why Justin Fields was also “set up to fail” per team sources. Jon also catches up with Joe Davis, TV voice of the Los Angeles Dodgers, and national NFL/MLB/CFB broadcaster for FOX Sports (18:17)! […]
MLB’s Sticky Baseball Problem, Dan Wiederer Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-28-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses MLB’s sticky baseball problem, and explains why the league, not the players, are responsible for the issue. Jon also catches up with Dan Wiederer, Bears Beat Writer at the Chicago Tribune! They discuss the Bears’ current quarterback competition, Matt Nagy’s strategy, and 2021 team […]
The Bears’ Snowball Effect, Dave Wills Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-11-20)
On today’s show, I break down the Bears’ loss to Tennessee on Sunday, and explain why their offense, specifically, points to the snowball effect. I also catch up with Dave Wills, radio voice of the Tampa Bay Rays (22:08)! We discuss the Rays’ 2020 season, including their incredible World Series […]
Analytics Have Ruined Baseball, Governor Rod Blagojevich Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-30-20)
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 […]
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 […]
Bulls May Retain Boylen, Dave Wills Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-31-20)
On today’s show, I address the Bulls’ decision to likely retain Jim Boylen for the upcoming NBA season. I also catch up with Dave Wills, radio voice of the Tampa Bay Rays! We discuss his adjustment to calling games during COVID-19, and being at the ballpark without fans. We also […]
Mookie Betts Extension, Mike Hill Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-24-20)
On today’s show, I break down Mookie Betts’ massive contract extension from the Dodgers, and what it means for the team’s future. I also catch up with Mike Hill, host on FOX Sports and FOX Soul! We discuss his upcoming wedding, and how he’s planning it in the midst of […]
MLB Labor Dispute Update, Joe Davis Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-29-20)
On today’s show, I break down the latest update in the MLB labor dispute, including the recent economic proposal brought forth by the owners. The current plan sees top earners taking pay cuts in excess of sixty percent, in some cases, making it virtually impossible for players to agree to […]