Thoughts From The Bench

Baseball Prospectus editor Sahadev Sharma joins Luke, Caleb, Ben, and Austin for his second career interview on the podcast. The guys discuss the MLB offseason. Topics talked about range from the Joe Maddon press conference, the Cubs and White Sox offseason plans, and Sahadev's predictions for where the top free agents are going to land.

Ben, Shane, and Luke discuss Jay Cutler, the Bears' season, Marc Trestman's job security, and they make their picks for Week 8.

Shane, Ben, and Luke talk Bulls preseason and what to expect from Derrick Rose this season.

On this episode, the original trio is back as Ben, Luke, and Shane discuss the rout by the Packers over the Bears, preview their upcoming game in Carolina, give their predictions, and call out some players for fantasy purposes. Number 28 of the episode- Blackhawks Forward Ben Smith

Luke is joined by Austin, Ben, and Shane on this week's episode. The four talk the Bears' win against the Jets, preview the Packers/Bears matchup, and make their weekly picks. Number 27 of the episode- Johnny Oduya Follow us on Twitter @CHIBenchThought and like us on Facebook!

Austin, Ben, and Shane join Luke this week to talk about the Bears opening week loss to the Bills, the Ray Rice suspension, and the four make their picks for Week 2 of the NFL season. Sorry in advance for the dead air at points, WiFi wouldn't help me out at all. Number 26 of the episode: Kyle Korver Follow us on Twitter @ChiBenchThought and like us on Facebook!

Austin, Ben, and Luke make their picks for the upcoming NFL season. Also, the trio makes picks for the new weekly segment, Pick Em, as they pick the winners for each game and predict if the teams will cover the spread or not. Number 25 of the Podcast: Jim Thome.

Luke is joined on the podcast by ESPN 1000 Bulls beat writer Nick Friedell. The two discuss Derrick Rose, Team USA, and the upcoming Bulls season.

Austin and Luke welcome WGN Radio host Jordan Bernfield on the show. We discuss Javy Baez, Jose Abreu, and the Martellus Bennett fight. Number 23 of the episode - Obviously Michael Jordan. Follow us on Twitter @CHIBenchThought and like us on Facebook!

Austin and Luke answer listener questions and discuss Jay Cutler. Number 22 of the podcast: Taj Gibson. Follow us on Twitter @CHIBenchThought and like us on Facebook!

Austin and Luke talk with journalist Sahadev Sharma about Chicago Baseball, the All Star Game, and the mess with the Houston Astros 2014 draft. Follow us on Twitter @CHIBenchThought (and Sahadev @sahadevsharma). Also, like us on Facebook!

A special edition of the podcast as Austin and Luke have two guests on the show. First, Tommy Birch comes on to talk Iowa Cubs, Manny Watch, and Kris Bryant's eyes. Then, the duo discuss Hawks trade talk and Duncan Keith's second Norris Trophy. Next, Doug Thonus comes on the show to give his insight on the NBA Free Agents and the Bulls roster going forward. Finally, the guys give their final thoughts on the two first baseman in Chicago, Jose Abreu and Anthony Rizzo. Number 17 of the Podcast: Alshon Jeffery. Follow us on Twitter @CHIBenchThought and like us on Facebook!

Austin and Luke talk with David Kaplan about Jeff Samardzija's contract and Carmelo Anthony to Chicago. Number 16 of the Episode: Marcus Kruger Follow us on Twitter @CHIBenchThought and like us on Facebook!