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In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to comments from Bears chairman George McCaskey and president Kevin Warren regarding the organization's pursuit of a new stadium. Later, former MLB catcher Bengie Molina joined the show to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series in St. Louis this weekend.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears-Dolphins joint practice Friday at Halas Hall and previewed the Cubs-Cardinals series in St. Louis this weekend.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by former MLB catcher Bengie Molina to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series in St. Louis this weekend.

In the third hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed a variety of topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, FanDuel Sports Network Midwest reporter Alexa Datt joined the show to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series in St. Louis this weekend. Later, Score reporter Chris Emma joined the show to share his takeaways from the joint practice between the Bears and Dolphins on Friday at Halas Hall.

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by FanDuel Sports Network Midwest reporter Alexa Datt to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series in St. Louis this weekend.

David Haugh previewed the preseason contest between the Bears and Dolphins on Sunday and the Cubs-Cardinals series this weekend. He also recapped the White Sox's loss to the Mariners on Thursday.

David Haugh was joined by Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer to preview the team's series at the St. Louis Cardinals this weekend.

Flying solo, David Haugh opened his show by previewing the preseason contest between the Bears and Dolphins on Sunday and the Cubs-Cardinals series this weekend. He also recapped the White Sox's loss to the Mariners on Thursday. Later, he and the crew conducted the Pick 6 segment, where they debated the top sports stories of the day.

David Haugh previewed the Cubs-Cardinals series in St. Louis this weekend and the Bears' preseason opener against the Dolphins on Sunday.

Sports with Rod 7-30-2025...It happened in 1922 during a Cubs/Cardinals Doubleheader …How did he go through $115 million? …AI Bot Jenny with Worst Joke Wednesday

Marshall Harris and Ramie Makhlouf opened up the phone lines for Score listeners to share their memories about Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg, who passed away Monday at 65.

Connor gifts Matt an Old Style, expresses a fear of taking the L in Chicago, a preview of the Cubs-Cardinals game, Matt's newfound love of Bronco's, the ever-changing bar scene in Omaha and Lincoln, and more.

Matt Trueblood joins Jeremy & Pat this week.  We recap the Cubs week against STL and Houston. Shota is back in the rotation, we look at what that means for Ben Brown as he struggles. We look at the roster needs for the Cubs at the trade deadline. We close the show with a profile of Bill Buckner.  Enjoy....and Go Cubs!

Post-Dispatch podcasts page: https://go.stltoday.com/0hfn43 Please consider subscribing: https://go.stltoday.com/9aigz5 After his barehanded play on a slow-rolling grounder ended Tuesday night's game against the Cubs with a stirring, 8-7 Cardinals victory, third baseman Nolan Arenado talked about how much it meant to play meaningful, tense, important games against an archrival. He said he woke up excited, and hadn't been this eager to get to the ballpark in almost two years. A day early, Cubs manager Craig Counsell said he wouldn't be the "hype man" for the series. The oldest rivalry in Major League Baseball between two teams that have not left their cities, Cubs-Cardinals was long defined by one team's brand as champion and the other as lovable losers, but that's so Y2K, man. Now the rivalry happens in cycles, and for the first time in several years the Cardinals and Cubs were snug in the standings when they played this past week at Busch Stadium. Does that give the rivalry renewed verve, or does the change in schedule make it just another division series?  Chicago Tribune baseball writer and Cubs beat writer Meghan Montemurro joins the Best Podcast in Baseball for a conversation at Busch Stadium (listen to that determined A/C) about the current state of the rivalry and if it has the same heat in Chicago that it experienced from the St. Louis side this past week. The pressure is on the Cardinals to chase down the Cubs, and the pressure on the Cubs, with only one guaranteed year of standout player Kyle Tucker, appears to be on winning and advancing in October now.  How should that shape their trade deadline decisions? How can they shape the Cardinals' trade deadline decisions? Cubs president Jed Hoyer is in the final year of his contract, and Cardinals president John Mozeliak is in the final year of his tenure leading the Cardinals' baseball operations. Change is coming, potentially to both teams, adding another twist to the rivalry. Plus, BPIB host Derrick Goold, asks Montemurro about his theory that maybe instead of the National League Central rivals spurring the Cubs to spend like a bigger market it will be their neighborhoods on the South Side as the White Sox welcome in a new investor. A split four-game series at Busch Stadium between the Cardinals and Cubs left nothing settled between the two teams, and the final game of the series (a 3-0 victory and second consecutive shutout by the Cubs) ended with both teams emptying their dugouts to almost confront each on the field. Tempers cooled quickly, but the stage is set for their next week within two weeks for Fourth of July at Wrigley Field. Will there be fireworks? The Best Podcast in Baseball, in its 13th year as one of the leading baseball podcasts, is sponsored by Closets by Design of St. Louis. It is a production of StlToday.com, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, and Derrick Goold.

Join Travis & Eric on the show today, Cubs-Cardinals split four game series and solve nothing in the standings, temper flare with Wilson and the Cubs, the rest of the MLB, Illinois and Missouri wont renew the rivalry until 2027, upgrades coming to Memorial Stadium, Nascar this week at Echopark and pick'em history occurs on the pod today!! 

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris previewed the Cubs-Cardinals game Thursday afternoon, when Chicago left-hander Shota Imanaga is set to return to the mound after being sidelined by weeks with a hamstring injury.

In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Sun-Times writer Joe Cowley to discuss the Bulls' selection of French forward Noa Essengue at No. 12 overall in the NBA Draft on Wednesday evening. Cowley also detailed how the Bulls still lack a clear path to acquiring the star player they desperately need. After that, Rahimi and Harris previewed the Cubs-Cardinals game Thursday afternoon, when Chicago left-hander Shota Imanaga is set to return to the mound after being sidelined by weeks with a hamstring injury. Later, they held the Halftime segment.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reacted to the Bulls selecting French forward Noa Essengue at No. 12 overall in the NBA Draft on Wednesday evening and also previewed the Cubs-Cardinals series finale Thursday afternoon in St. Louis.

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by MLB analyst Mark Sweeney to discuss the Cubs' 8-7 loss to the Cardinals on Tuesday.

Join Travis & Eric back on the show today, Cubs-Cardinals from last night and the rest of MLB, NBA offseason moves with more possibly incoming especially with the Draft tonight, where will KJ and Will Riley be selected, Nascar at Pocono recap!!  

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner break down MLB Tuesday. Best bets as always. The June MLB betting preview episode from RJ Bell's Dream Podcast, hosted by Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner, covers 13 games with available lines, diving into team form, pitching matchups, and betting leans. Missing initially were lines for Dodgers-Rockies and Rangers-Orioles, though the latter appeared late in the episode. They open noting Munaf's bounce-back 5–1 week and Griffin chasing closely behind in season-long picks. The first matchup—Blue Jays vs. Guardians—features even odds. Griffin sees value in whoever becomes the underdog. Munaf highlights Logan Allen's stark ERA split: 6.18 in day games, 2.79 at night. The A's-Tigers game sees Tigers favored at -275. Griffin critiques the price despite Skubal's Cy Young form. Munaf adds that Tigers are 20–5 straight up in series openers and 11–1 at home. Yankees vs. Reds features rookie Chase Burns in his debut against Carlos Rodon. Griffin notes the Yankees are built better for the park, while Munaf explains Rodon's recent regression—12 ER in June compared to 5 in May. Braves-Mets has Strider returning, though Griffin questions his sharpness. Munaf notes Monteas' poor historical outings vs. the Braves and leans Strider, citing a recent quality start against the Mets. In D-backs vs. White Sox, Ryan Nelson's 1.87 ERA at night vs. 10.95 in the day impresses Munaf, while Griffin mocks the Sox as a “Double-A team.” For Pirates-Brewers, Peralta is dominant at home (6–1 SU), prompting a team total under lean from Munaf. Griffin applauds Milwaukee's base-stealing and efficiency. Mariners-Twins rematch Castillo vs. Paddack: both had elite starts earlier this month. Munaf likes the under (8.5), while Griffin again hails Cal Raleigh's ("Big Dumper") surge. Rays-Royals sees Griffin supporting Bubich, especially given Tampa's recent inconsistency. Munaf notes Taj Bradley's 13 ER in two starts. Cubs-Cardinals analysis finds Griffin liking STL as a home dog, with Munaf highlighting McGreevy's sub-1.00 WHIP and 2–1 team record in his starts. In Phillies-Astros, both agree Suarez and Valdez are elite. Munaf reveals Valdez's 6–1 under trend at home, while Suarez is 3–0–1 to the under on the road. Under 7.5 is Munaf's best bet. Red Sox vs. Angels pits Crochet's 2.20 ERA and 125 Ks against inconsistent Tyler Anderson. Griffin leans Angels as a value play; Munaf backs Boston's run line. Nationals-Padres gets light treatment—Williams has a 5.54 ERA and Padres are favored. Munaf suggests SD's first-five team total over. Giants-Marlins rounds out the card with Verlander's return. Griffin hesitates to back either starter but leans under unless conditions are hot. Munaf prefers the Giants, questioning Miami's bullpen. A late line appears for Rangers-Orioles. Griffin picks Baltimore ML (-130) as his best bet, citing Charlie Morton's improved form and Texas' offensive struggles. Munaf agrees, referencing Morton's 6 IP, 2 ER outing vs. TEX last year. The episode concludes with Griffin plugging a promo code (RBI20) for discounted betting picks access and teasing more comedic yet informative breakdowns through summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a four-game series unfolding at Busch Stadium, The Athletic's Katie Woo, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney get together for a crossover episode of North Side Territory/Cardinal Territory. The discussion revolves around how these two clubs will approach the trade deadline, the succession plan in the St. Louis front office and Willson Contreras' attitude during this transition period. The division is still up for grabs, and the Cardinals are still lurking.Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/hap8idx8 #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash App partner, I may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account.Go to SpotandTango.com/foul and use code foul to get 50% off your first order. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!

Notre Dame Football Talk. The pros and cons for Jeremiyah Love's Heisman candidacy, Mike Singer on Notre Dame recruiting, a recap of Cubs/Cardinals and why college baseball is losing Darin as a big fan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notre Dame Football Talk. The pros and cons for Jeremiyah Love's Heisman candidacy, Mike Singer on Notre Dame recruiting, a recap of Cubs/Cardinals and why college baseball is losing Darin as a big fan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner break down MLB Tuesday. Best bets as always. The June MLB betting preview episode from RJ Bell's Dream Podcast, hosted by Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner, covers 13 games with available lines, diving into team form, pitching matchups, and betting leans. Missing initially were lines for Dodgers-Rockies and Rangers-Orioles, though the latter appeared late in the episode. They open noting Munaf's bounce-back 5–1 week and Griffin chasing closely behind in season-long picks. The first matchup—Blue Jays vs. Guardians—features even odds. Griffin sees value in whoever becomes the underdog. Munaf highlights Logan Allen's stark ERA split: 6.18 in day games, 2.79 at night. The A's-Tigers game sees Tigers favored at -275. Griffin critiques the price despite Skubal's Cy Young form. Munaf adds that Tigers are 20–5 straight up in series openers and 11–1 at home. Yankees vs. Reds features rookie Chase Burns in his debut against Carlos Rodon. Griffin notes the Yankees are built better for the park, while Munaf explains Rodon's recent regression—12 ER in June compared to 5 in May. Braves-Mets has Strider returning, though Griffin questions his sharpness. Munaf notes Monteas' poor historical outings vs. the Braves and leans Strider, citing a recent quality start against the Mets. In D-backs vs. White Sox, Ryan Nelson's 1.87 ERA at night vs. 10.95 in the day impresses Munaf, while Griffin mocks the Sox as a “Double-A team.” For Pirates-Brewers, Peralta is dominant at home (6–1 SU), prompting a team total under lean from Munaf. Griffin applauds Milwaukee's base-stealing and efficiency. Mariners-Twins rematch Castillo vs. Paddack: both had elite starts earlier this month. Munaf likes the under (8.5), while Griffin again hails Cal Raleigh's ("Big Dumper") surge. Rays-Royals sees Griffin supporting Bubich, especially given Tampa's recent inconsistency. Munaf notes Taj Bradley's 13 ER in two starts. Cubs-Cardinals analysis finds Griffin liking STL as a home dog, with Munaf highlighting McGreevy's sub-1.00 WHIP and 2–1 team record in his starts. In Phillies-Astros, both agree Suarez and Valdez are elite. Munaf reveals Valdez's 6–1 under trend at home, while Suarez is 3–0–1 to the under on the road. Under 7.5 is Munaf's best bet. Red Sox vs. Angels pits Crochet's 2.20 ERA and 125 Ks against inconsistent Tyler Anderson. Griffin leans Angels as a value play; Munaf backs Boston's run line. Nationals-Padres gets light treatment—Williams has a 5.54 ERA and Padres are favored. Munaf suggests SD's first-five team total over. Giants-Marlins rounds out the card with Verlander's return. Griffin hesitates to back either starter but leans under unless conditions are hot. Munaf prefers the Giants, questioning Miami's bullpen. A late line appears for Rangers-Orioles. Griffin picks Baltimore ML (-130) as his best bet, citing Charlie Morton's improved form and Texas' offensive struggles. Munaf agrees, referencing Morton's 6 IP, 2 ER outing vs. TEX last year. The episode concludes with Griffin plugging a promo code (RBI20) for discounted betting picks access and teasing more comedic yet informative breakdowns through summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Marquee Sports Network play-by-play announcer Boog Sciambi to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series. After that, Spiegel and Holmes listened and reacted to Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' recent comments about head coach Ben Johnson while on stage at Fanatics Fest.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by KMOX host and former Score host Chris Rongey to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series. Rongey also explained why he isn't sold on the Cardinals being a true contender in the NL Central. After that, Spiegel and Holmes reflected on Cubs legend Sammy Sosa's long-awaited return to Wrigley Field on Friday. Spiegel explained why part of what Sosa had to say in interviews felt inauthentic.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by previewing the Cubs-Cardinals series, which begins Monday evening in St. Louis. After that, Spiegel shared why he believes the Cubs are targeting Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcantara on the trade market.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes previewed the Cubs-Cardinals series and reacted to the Thunder winning the NBA title.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by KMOX host and former Score host Chris Rongey to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series. Rongey also explained why he isn't sold on the Cardinals being a true contender in the NL Central.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Marquee Sports Network play-by-play announcer Boog Sciambi to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series.

Marshall Harris and Russell Dorsey were joined by Katie Woo of The Athletic to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series, which begins Monday evening in St. Louis.

In the third hour, Marshall Harris and Russell Dorsey discussed a variety of topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, Katie Woo of The Athletic joined the show to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series, which begins Monday evening in St. Louis.

In the final hour, Marshall Harris and Russell Dorsey previewed the Cubs-Cardinals four-game series, which will begin Monday evening in St. Louis. Later, Harris and Dorsey pondered if steroid era players should be reconsidered for election into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Marshall Harris and Russell Dorsey previewed the Cubs-Cardinals four-game series, which will begin Monday evening in St. Louis.

Notre Dame Football Talk. Darin discusses his Notre Dame football pre-season thoughts through questions he was asked on a sports show in Memphis. Plus Blue and Gold's Tyler Horka on if he would be surprised if Notre Dame misses the playoffs. Also a preview of the Cubs/Cardinals series and a look back at the Pacers game 7 loss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notre Dame Football Talk. Darin discusses his Notre Dame football pre-season thoughts through questions he was asked on a sports show in Memphis. Plus Blue and Gold's Tyler Horka on if he would be surprised if Notre Dame misses the playoffs. Also a preview of the Cubs/Cardinals series and a look back at the Pacers game 7 loss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lon and Derek discuss the Cardinals' 8-game win streak and whether the Cubs/Cardinals series this season could actually be for the NL Central crown. Later, the guys go back and look at Illinois' national championships in athletics on the heels of Illini golf's quest for one.

Lon and Derek talk some baseball and discuss what's needed to juice up the Cubs/Cardinals rivalry again this summer. Later, the guys discuss their level of concern over the Illini's running back depth following the departure of Josh McCray.

Episode Summary: In this episode, host I sit down with Alex Cohen, the voice of the Iowa Cubs, for an in-depth conversation about his journey in broadcasting, his major league debut, and the unique dynamics of calling baseball games at every level. Alex shares insights into connecting with fans, building chemistry with color analysts, and navigating the challenges of the minor and major league broadcasting worlds. We also dive into the Cubs' current roster of exciting prospects, the intricacies of player development, and what it's like to work alongside seasoned broadcasters like JD and Joe Girardi. Key Topics Covered: Alex Cohen's Major League Debut: Calling his first big-league game at Busch Stadium during a Cubs-Cardinals matchup. The differences between minor league and major league broadcasting. Building Fan Connections: Developing a relationship with the local Iowa fanbase. The adjustments broadcasters and fans make when new voices come to the mic. Insight into Broadcasting Dynamics: Working with different analysts like JD and Joe Girardi. The balance between professionalism and fan bias in team broadcasting. Cubs Prospect Spotlight: Updates on top prospects like Owen Caissie, Matt Shaw, and Alexander Canario. Challenges of transitioning from AAA to the majors. The rise of standout pitchers such as Luke Little and Brandon Birdsell. The Evolution of Cubs' Player Development: Shifts in drafting strategies and player scouting. The impact of consolidating the minor leagues. Managing roster depth and 40-man roster crunches. Future Goals and Reflections: Alex's aspirations of becoming a major league team's primary voice. Reflections on the Cubs' fanbase and the magic of Wrigley Field. Memorable Quotes: Alex Cohen on his debut: "Cubs-Cardinals at Busch Stadium for my first big league game—it doesn't get much bigger than that." On working with JD: "He treats baseball the way it's supposed to be treated: fun, laid-back, and inviting for fans." On Cubs prospects: "It's an exciting time to be a Cubs fan. There are some really big-time impact players not far off from the majors." Call to Action: Join the Conversation: What are your favorite memories of Cubs broadcasting or moments from Alex's career? Share with us on social media using #CubsPSPlus99. Follow Alex Cohen: Stay updated on Alex's journey by following him on @voiceofcohen2. Links & Resources: Full episode transcript: [Link to transcript] Follow CubsPS+ on Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Threads & BlueSky: @CubsPSPlus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cardinal Way has gotten a little stale. Chaim Bloom now represents the succession plan as Cardinals president of baseball operations John Mozeliak intends to step down after the 2025 season. How did the Cardinals lose their edge? And what will this mean for their long-running rivalry with the Cubs? Derrick Goold, an expert beat writer with the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, answers those questions and more in a wide-ranging conversation with Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic. Everyone agrees that the expectations in Chicago and St. Louis should be much higher than trying to win baseball's mid-major division.Support NST! Please leave this podcast page a rating and review. And submit any questions for potential use in a future mailbag episode.Go to vuori.com/FOUL for 20% off your first purchase and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing.

Lon and Derek catch up after a bit of a break and tackle a bunch of topics, including the Cubs/Cardinals series, Kasparas Jakucionis's recent success in international play, Illinois football tight ends and thoughts on the Olympics.

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the White Sox's historic 19-game losing streak and how they're nearing an MLB record they want no part of. Later, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch joined the show to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series finale Sunday evening.

Lon and Derek discuss the unofficial return of Bears football for the Hall of Fame game and the hall of fame class being inducted. The guys also share some thoughts on the final Cubs-Cardinals series of the season.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel shared the best parts of Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's interview on the Parkins & Spiegel Show on Friday. Later, Elise Menaker of the Marquee Sports Network joined the show to preview the Cubs-Cardinals game Sunday afternoon.

In the final hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Apple TV+ play-by-play announcer Wayne Randazzo to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series, which begins Friday evening. Bernstein and Holmes then discussed how Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams is developing his cadence. Later, they listened and reacted to tennis legend Serena Williams throw shade at Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker and rapper Drake at the ESPYs.

In the final hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by St. Louis Cardinals broadcaster Chip Caray to preview the four-game series between the Cubs and Cardinals in St. Louis this weekend. Later, Mully and Haugh shared their predictions for the Cubs-Cardinals series.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by St. Louis Cardinals broadcaster Chip Caray to preview the four-game series between the Cubs and Cardinals in St. Louis this weekend.

Rapid Fire topics include: * Fill-in the blank...It's BLANK that according to Pro Football Focus Howard Cross is the highest rated returning interior lineman in the country this season.  * Will the Notre Dame defense have twice as many interceptions than Riley Leonard throws this season? * After entering his name in the NBA's early entry list, Markus Burton has announced that he'll return for his sophomore at Notre Dame. Is Burton's return more important than any of the three transfers the Irish added? * Irish women's head coach Niele Ivey was a guest on SiriusXM Radio recently. After the season ended there were rumors floating around about Hannah Hidalgo possibly transferring and Ivey was asked about keeping the All-American at Notre Dame. She hinted that there may have been some tampering by other schools to try to get Hidalgo to transfer. We hear her comments and have some thoughts on that! * This is a question that came in late on the Champion's Lounge board for last week's We In or We Out show: ESPN gives more respect to ND than NBC does. ESPN puts ND in a prime time more than NBC. Would NBC put ND in prime time against Duke, Louisville or A&M? - Are we in or out on that?  * Thoughts on Joe Buck joining Chip Caray for a special Cubs - Cardinals broadcast this week.  * The movie “The Natural” just turned 40. How does it hold up for you? Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices