Podcast appearances and mentions of Michael Fulmer

Michael Fulmer is back joining Eric on the podcast today! The guys dive straight into the News of the Week with more reactions to Texas Monthly's Top 50 BBQ spots and Cecil's Pub getting a new home. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Silk Road and Doko are featured. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Two Top 10 Pitmasters React to Texas Monthly's New Top 50 Barbecue List 7 Houston-Area Barbecue Joints Make Texas Monthly's New Top 50 List 40-Year Old Houston Pub Reopens in Montrose with Pizza and Patio Power Houston Haunt Earns Only Texas Spot on Bon Appètit Best New Bars List Family Friendly Garden Oaks Restaurant Coming Soon to Magnolia

On today's podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to go through some of the latest news happening across the Houston restaurant/bar scene. Eric and Michael discuss Shawn Gawle's new restaurant Camaraderie, the space that once held Flying Fish transforming into a new cocktail bar called The Kid, and Eric's road trip to Redbird BBQ. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Annam is featured.  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: New Houston Hotspot Debuts with a Seasonal Spin on Prix-Fixe Dining Shuttered Heights Eatery Will Soon Transform Into a Neighborhood Cocktail Bar One of Texas Monthly's Favorite Houston Restaurants will Soon Shutter Houston's 11 Best Bars of 2025 Craft Cocktails and Community Houston's 11 Best Pastry Chefs Make Dining Sweeter

Planning out where to go for a first date can be hard, I mean there's so many places where could you take that special someone what do you even choose? If only there was an episode of a podcast that not only picked some of the best first date spots but also third date spots, casual weeknight date spots, and even breakup spots. Oh, well it turns out this episode of What's Eric Eating is all about that. After the success of last year's Ultimate Date Night Draft, Eric's bringing it back with new drafters and a twist. This year Eric, alongside Chelsea Thomas, Lawton Driscoll, Michael Fulmer, Monica Danna, and Army Sadeghi of Clarkwood are drafting based off an occasion format. Here's the categories: first date spot, third date spot, girls/guys/friend's night spot, casual weeknight date spot, breakup spot, and a wildcard which is any place the drafter thinks would be fun to go to on a date (does not have to be a bar or restaurant).  The Draft Rules Rule 1: All selections must be located in Greater Houston. Rule 2: Once a restaurant has been selected for a certain category, no one else may pick it for the same category. i.e., only one person can select 13 Celsius for a first date but someone else could select 13 Celsius for a third date. Rule 3: Drafters cannot pick the same bar/restaurant/business twice. All 6 selections must be from different places. Rule 4: Snake draft format. The draft order will go one through six in round 1 then go backwards six through one in round 2. Rule 5: Categories may be selected in any order. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: All The Nominees Vying for Glory in the 2025 Houston Tastemaker Awards Dallas-Based, Wine-Obsessed Private Club Unveils New Houston Facility Innovative Houston Japanese Restaurant Closes After Only 2 Years Rent Dispute Prompts Closure of Downtown Houston Tequila and Taco Bar

After a week off, Eric is back with a brand new episode of the podcast. Today he's joined by Houston BBQ Festival co-founder Michael Fulmer to dive into some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The guys discuss the Houston chefs/restaurants that were named James Beard Award Semifinalists, Leaf & Grain getting set to open 2 new concepts in Memorial, and Koffeteria getting set to open a new location in Spring Branch. In the Restaurants of the Week section, bōl and Pok Pok Po are featured.  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: 13 Houston Restaurants Score James Beard Award Semifinalist Nominations Fresh Houston Restaurant Group Serves Up Pizza and Salads for Memorial Eclectic EaDo Pastry Shop Bakes Up New Location in Spring Branch Top Chef Contestant Reintroduces Himself to Houston at New Pop-Up Dinner Series Houston's Next Great Neighborhood Bar Conjures West Texas Vibes in the Heights

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to go through some of the latest and in this case surprising news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The surprising news being Austin Simmons sudden resignation from Tris plus the immediate closure of the restaurant. The guys also discuss Burger Bodega's announcement of a new Katy location and local concept Koffeteria making the New York Times Best Bakeries list. In the Restaurants of the Week Fielding's River Oaks and Space Craft BBQ are featured. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Surprise Chef Resignation Shutters The Woodlands' Best Restaurant Houston Food Influencer Brings Smash Burger Sensation to Katy Eclectic EaDo Eatery Makes New York Times Best Bakeries List Another Houston Dive Bar Lives on Thanks to Anvil Owner Bobby Heugel

Since it's the last day of 2024, it feels like a good time to look back at the year the Houston food scene had. Today Eric is joined by the Swanky Maven Felice Sloan, the owner of Heights Grocer Mary Clarkson, hospitality veteran & Houston BBQ festival cofounder Michael Fulmer, and Infatuation Houston writer Chelsea Thomas. The group discuss everything from the Michelin Guide's impact on the city to their favorite dishes of the year. Plus they discuss the best new restaurants, old favorites they revisited, what restaurants they're most looking forward in 2025 and more! Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Texas Roadhouse Plans First Houston-Area Outpost of its Casual Burger Spot Houston Entrepreneur Serves Up Italian-Inspired Market Near Rice Village Creative Montrose Pizzeria Will Shutter After Only a Year-and-a-Half Houston Pizzeria Unveils Indulgent Caviar Pizza for the Holiday Season

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss some of the latest news from the Houston bar and restaurant scene. The pair discuss ElRo Pizza & Crudo closing down after service on December 31, and also the opening of Mercato and Company, a European grocery store offering items including Italian wines, pastries, cheese and charcuterie, European grocery items such as olive oil, chocolate, spices, and more! In the Restaurants of the Week portion, the reboot of Andiron Grille & Patio is discussed. Eric and Michael also discuss their recent visit to Fung's Kitchen. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Veteran chef opens affordable new Thai restaurant in West Houston Woodlands favorites fire up a fresh new restaurant in River Oaks Esquire names Houston's Afro-Mexican eatery to best new restaurants list Creative Montrose pizzeria will shutter after only a year-and-a-half Houston steakhouse reboots as a more affordable neighborhood restaurant Houston entrepreneur serves up Italian-inspired market near Rice Village

We dive into the Red Sox exciting acquisition of left-handed pitcher Garrett Crochet from the White Sox. How good is Crochet, and what are the potential red flags? We discuss his bold claim of allegiance to Sox Nation, what his future might look like in Boston—including the possibility of an extension—and where he fits into the Sox's rotation alongside last season's newcomer Lucas Giolito. With Corbin Burnes still unsigned and Max Fried heading to the Yankees, we ask: could the Red Sox swoop in and land a top starter? We look at potential free-agent targets like Walker Buehler, Jack Flaherty, and Sean Manaea, as well as possible trade candidates including Luis Castillo from Seattle and Jared Jones from Pittsburgh. Could the Red Sox make a splash in the right-handed bat market? We weigh in on potential targets like Teoscar Hernandez, Alex Bregman, and Anthony Santander. And with Rafael Devers staying at third, would the Sox ever make a play for big names like Nolan Arenado? The bullpen could also use some work, and we look at internal options like Garrett Whitlock, Justin Slaten, and Michael Fulmer. We also discuss how veterans like Aroldis Chapman, Liam Hendriks, and Justin Wilson will affect the Sox bullpen. Tune in for all the latest hot stove talk and what the Red Sox's moves mean for the upcoming 2024 season with Tom Caron and Alex Speier, here on 310 to Left! GET NESN 360: https://nesn.com/download-the-nesn-app/   Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NESN Twitter: https://twitter.com/NESN Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NESN/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nesn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nesn Twitch: https://twitch.tv/nesn/ 00:00 Intro 01:06 2024 MLB Winter Meetings Recap 09:20 What is Garrett Crochet going to be for the Red Sox? 25:30 Whats Next In Free Agency For The Red Sox? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The pair discuss the removal of one Houston restaurant from the Michelin Guide, what they'd like the Michelin Guide to improve upon in the future, the Houston Chronicle's Alison Cook announcement that she's leaving the Chronicle with her last day set for November 27th, and The Burger Joint/The Taco Stand coming to the Memorial City area. In the Restaurants of the Week portion, Ishtia and Emma Jane are featured.  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Michelin Guide Removes Shuttered Houston Vietnamese Restaurant 7 Hot Takes on Houston's 30 Restaurants in the Texas Michelin Guide Houston's New European-Inspired Teahouse is Steeped in Style Houston Ice Cream Shop Now Serving All Organic Scoops

The Michelin Guide has announced it's selections for Texas, time to break it all down. On this episode, Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson, Monica Danna, and Michael Fulmer to discuss/react to the selections. Did Michelin get it right? What they think of the restaurants awarded stars? Which restaurants did the guide miss? How this sets up for future guide announcements? The group answers all those questions and more on this special edition of the podcast. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Bun B's Trill Burgers Coming to 2 Houston Suburbs in 2025 River Oaks Supper Club, Heights Ramen Shop, and 3 More Restaurants to Know Houston's Essential Jewish Diner Looks Better Than Ever After Refresh New Mexican Eatery Sweetens Houston with 150 Spirits and Bold Flavors

On today's show, Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to dive into some of the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The guys discuss Blacksmith opening a new kiosk location in Memorial City and Saigon Hustle opening a larger 2nd location in Spring Branch. In the Restaurants of the Week portion, Milton's is featured. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Top Houston Coffee Shop Perks Up Memorial with New Location Houston Vietnamese Restaurant Rolls Out New Spring Branch Outpost Chris Shepherd's Chef-Powered Fundraiser Hauls in $1.5 Million Growing Houston Restaurant Group Opens New Cantina in Spring Branch Downtown Houston's Ambitious New Restaurant Hosts One-Night Only Preview

Today on the podcast, Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to go through some of the latest headlines from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The pair speak about State of Grace undergoing some major changes, Southern Living's list of The South's Best New Barbecue Joints of 2024 that included 5 Texas spots, and European coffee shop Coffee Fellows' announcement of 4 new locations coming to Houston. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Granger's and Balboa Surf Club are featured.  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: 9-Year-Old Houston Restaurant Revamps with Steaks and Chandeliers 5 Smoking Hot Texas BBQ Joints Make Southern Living's Best New List  German Coffee Shop Brings European Comfort to 4 More Houston Locations Top Houston Chefs and Bartenders Team Up at Picnic Fundraiser New Houston Restaurant Serves Up Steaks, Sushi, and Retro Vibes

If you're thinking "I could really go for a good steak right now, but I don't know where to go" then this is the podcast for you because we're about to highlight a bunch of steakhouses. It's The Ultimate Steakhouse Draft on the podcast today! Listen as Eric, alongside Rafael Nasr, Mary Clarkson, Chelsea Thomas, Aaron Bludorn, and Michael Fulmer make their selections to create the ultimate steakhouse experience.  Here's what the teams will be drafting: appetizer, salad, steak, non-steak entree, potato, dessert, and a wild card which is any specific dish that's served at a steakhouse. All of which must come from a Houston-area bar/restaurant. The Draft Rules Rule 1: All of your selections must be from different restaurants. For example, you may not take a potato and a dessert from the same restaurant. Rule 2: Once a restaurant has been selected for a certain category, no one else may pick it for the same category. I.e., only one person will get to pick Vic & Anthony's — and its crab cake — for their appetizer, but someone else could select Vic & Anthony's for potato or dessert (etc.). Rule 3: You may only select dishes from steakhouses in the Greater Houston area. That means it has a menu of entrees that are primarily different cuts and portions of steak. It may have a meat-centric name that includes words like "steak," "butcher," or "chophouse," or tout its beef sourcing (dry-aged USDA prime, Australian wagyu, etc). Restaurants with only one or two steaks on the menu are not steakhouses and are not eligible. I will be the sole arbiter on whether or not a restaurant qualifies as a steakhouse.  Rule 4: Snake draft format. The draft order will go one through six in round 1 then go backwards six through one in round 2. Rule 5: Categories may be selected in any order.  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Ken Hoffman, CultureMap's Consummate Houston Columnist Passes Away Embattled Houston Hospitality Group Negotiating Sale of its Signature Steakhouse Chris Shepherd Kicks Off New Charity Dinner Series with an Italian Feast Coffee Shop Known for Kindness Opens Third Houston Cafe This Weekend Shaquille O'Neal's Chicken Chain Takes Flight with Heights-Area Opening

Michael Fulmer returns to the podcast to jump into some of the latest headlines making waves in the Houston restaurant and bar scene. Eric and Michael discuss the new piano bar/restaurant concept called The Kennedy taking over the former Muse/Emmaline space, Portillo's announcement that it's bringing 2 more locations to the Houston area, and David Skinner's new concept Ishtia. In the Restaurants of the Week portion, Michael and Eric speak about their trip to Blue Tuba. In a bonus section of the Restaurants of the Week, Eric is joined by Lawton Driscoll to talk about their experience at Toca Madera. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Modern Piano Bar with Lounge Vibes Strikes a Chord in Montrose Favorite Chicago Hot Dog Shop Portillo's Reveals 2 More Houston Outposts Innovative New Restaurant Fires Up Modern Indigenous Cuisine in Kemah Favorite Houston Cafe Opens in Tanglewood with Cookies, Burgers, and More Ben Berg Unveils Ultra Luxurious Steakhouse and New Downtown Bistro

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to go through some of the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The guys discuss Gulf Coast Distillers' announcement that they're taking over the former Buffalo Bayou Brewing Company facility for their Tejas Beer brand, Noble 33 saying their luxury steakhouse Toca Madera will be opening in Houston in June, and Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr.'s new coffee shop and bar opening in the Thompson Hotel. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Late August and The Pit Room are featured.  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Growing Houston Beer Brand Claims Prime Sawyer Yards Brewery and Taproom Posh Mexican Steakhouse Arrives in Houston with Wagyu Beef and Parkside Views Astros Pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. Opens Coffee Shop & Bar at Stylish New Houston Hotel Houston Chef with Michelin-Starred Resumé Plans Ambitious New Downtown Restaurant LA Bar Vets Open Casually Stylish New Cocktail Lounge in Montrose

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer from the Houston BBQ Festival! Eric and Michael discussed... The results of the 2024 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards The opening of Houston restaurant Late August What they expect from Bar Bludorn Plus reviews of Houston restaurants including Prime 131, and Pizzana! Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Superica owner fires up new eatery devoted to chicken and tacos near River Oaks Restaurant openings and closings lead week's 5 most popular stories Passionate chef behind acclaimed Katy restaurant has unexpectedly died Favorite Austin-based taqueria cooks up statewide salsa partnership with H-E-B Houston's best restaurant, chef, and more winners crowned at 2024 Tastemaker Awards Aaron Bludorn's New Memorial Tavern Opens with Fried Chicken, Napa Cabs, and Lots of Style

Today on the podcast CultureMap Editor (yeah that's right someone got a promotion) Eric Sandler is joined by Michael Fulmer to dive into the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar world. The guys discuss Katami topping Texas Monthly's Best New Restaurants in 2024, Houston's newest food hall Conservatory Galleria opening it's doors, and Eric getting stepping into his new role at CultureMap. In the Restaurants of the Week portion, Amrina and Himalaya Restaurant are featured.  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Houston Sushi Star's Montrose Eatery Tops Texas Monthly's Best New Restaurants List Houston's Newest Food Hall Opens in the Galleria Area with 11 Diverse Dining West U. Welcomes New Italian Restaurant from 17-Year Da Marco Veteran Houston's 9 Best Bars of 2024 Blend Old Favorites and New Destinations New Coastal-Inspired Restaurant Duchess Reigns in Uptown Park Houston's 11 Best Neighborhood Restaurants Cater to Daily Cravings with Diverse Dishes

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Cody Bellinger is returning to the Cubs on a three-year, $80 million deal. So, when news breaks we get to the bottom of what's what when it comes to the player and the person. Rob Bradford does exactly that in talking to Bellinger's former teammate in Chicago, Michael Fulmer, and Kenley Jansen, who played with the outfielder in Los Angeles. It's a great perspective of why the Cubs have committed to Bellinger. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With spring training ramping up, the podcast is back with a different lineup than usual as Ian and Chris Clegg are running things this week. We start off with some college baseball talk and then move on to discuss the Red Sox trade with the Royals where they acquired a very interesting starting pitching prospect. We also briefly touch on the signings of Liam Hendriks and Michael Fulmer, before going through what the top pitching prospects in the system need to do to take the next step in their development! Got something to say? We love talking about what you want to hear about. Make sure to email us at podcast@soxprospects.com. Social Media Links: IG: @SoxProspects @SPChrisHatfield @IanCundall @SoxProspects Love the show? Want to help us out while also getting exclusive goodies? Support the podcast by contributing to us on Patreon!   ----

Spring training is here and we're feeling out the vibes down at Fenway South. All signs are starting to point towards this being Alex Cora's last season in Boston and we're talking about how much that sucks; plus what needs to happen for him to come back. We're analyzing quotes from Breslow, Kenley Jansen, and talking about realistic expectations for the 2024 Red Sox. We also discuss Jorge Soler signing with the Giants, Yoshida moving to DH, the starting rotation, new prospect rankings from Fangraphs, scoop shop update on Jarren Duran, Jared's secret side project, Kenley Jansen rumors, Jordan Montgomery situation, signing Michael Fulmer, and more! Thanks for listening and we'll see you next week! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-777 7/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spring training is here and we're feeling out the vibes down at Fenway South. All signs are starting to point towards this being Alex Cora's last season in Boston and we're talking about how much that sucks; plus what needs to happen for him to come back. We're analyzing quotes from Breslow, Kenley Jansen, and talking about realistic expectations for the 2024 Red Sox. We also discuss Jorge Soler signing with the Giants, Yoshida moving to DH, the starting rotation, new prospect rankings from Fangraphs, scoop shop update on Jarren Duran, Jared's secret side project, Kenley Jansen rumors, Jordan Montgomery situation, signing Michael Fulmer, and more! Thanks for listening and we'll see you next week! If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-777 7/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OR/ PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Red Sox team is like unseasoned meatloaf. We discuss the comments coming out of Spring Training camp and how bad the vibes are. We also talk about the idea of signing Trevor Bauer, the wonderful Michael Fulmer signing, and why we want Tommy Pham. Then we touch on the Red Sox Netflix special that was announced and Theo Epstein joining Fenway Sports Group. And Joey makes a BOLD prediction to end the show. Great episode, enjoy! 

The theme of this offseason for the Boston Red Sox seems to be depth. They seem to have made quite a few moves to enhance the depth of the roster. On today's show, Gabby details the signings of relief pitcher Michael Fulmer and shortstop-turned-outfielder Dalton Guthrie. She also remembers former star closer Lee Smith as we hit 48 days until Opening Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 for just trying Ibotta by using the code LOCKEDONMLB when you register. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you'll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The theme of this offseason for the Boston Red Sox seems to be depth. They seem to have made quite a few moves to enhance the depth of the roster. On today's show, Gabby details the signings of relief pitcher Michael Fulmer and shortstop-turned-outfielder Dalton Guthrie. She also remembers former star closer Lee Smith as we hit 48 days until Opening Day.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IbottaRight now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 for just trying Ibotta by using the code LOCKEDONMLB when you register.eBay MotorsWith all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelNew customers, join today and you'll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1 - Gresh and Fauria opened up the show talking about the Boston Red Sox signing reliever Michael Fulmer and previewing today's NBA Trade Deadline.  The guys also discussed the Boston Celtics win over the Atlanta Hawks last night and the acquisition of forward Xavier Tillman Sr..  Gresh and Fauria talked about Eliot Wolf's role with the New England Patriots and the decision to have Brian Belichick remain with the Patriots as the safeties coach.  Finally, the guys talked about Nick Saban joining ESPN's College GameDay and if Bill Belichick could be the next coach to become a TV analyst.

Brady talks with Buster Olney of ESPN about seeing the Red Sox in spring training, the Netflix docuseries the Sox are going to be a part of, the signing of Michael Fulmer and much more. Also, could the team trade Kenley Jansen?

On today's edition of the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to dive into some of the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. Eric and Michael discuss Common Bond claiming a spot in Tanglewood for their 5th bistro location, Layne's Chicken Fingers opening their third Houston area location, and the opening of Hando's new second location in Spring Branch. In the Restaurants of the Week portion, 1891 American Eatery & Bar is featured.  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Common Bond Claims Familiar Tanglewood Space for 5th Bistro Location Aggie-Favorite Chicken Fingers Spot Sets Opening Date for River Oaks/Montrose Outpost Heights Favorite Sushi Spot Now Serving Hand Rolls in Spring Branch Ben Berg Kicks It Up a Notch for RodeoHouston Return of The Ranch Saloon + Steakhouse Allergy-Friendly, Healthy Eating Austin Restaurant Closes Houston Locale Where to Eat in Houston Right Now: 6 Best New Tex-Mex and Mexican Restaurants - From Classic to Creative

We're doing things a little differently. The podcast is taking time off until January 9th, but that doesn't mean no episodes until then. Eric is bringing back some of his favorite episodes to your feeds while the podcast is away. Today's episode is a reairing of Episode 310, originally released September 5th, 2023. In this episode, join Eric Sandler, Mary Clarkson, Michael Fulmer, Monica Danna, Ryan Lachaine, and Bobby Matos as they select their ultimate burger lineup!  Here's what the teams will be drafting: a Houston Burger Restaurant Burger, a Smash Burger, a Fancy Burger, Fries or Tots, a Milkshake, and a Wildcard. Definitions: Houston Burger Restaurant - A Houston-based restaurant that serves at least 3 different burgers or has build your own options that allow for lots of variety. Greater Houston-area suburbs (Katy, Woodlands, Sugar Land, Clear Lake, etc.) are considered "Houston".  Smash Burger - A style of cheeseburger made with patties that are flattened on a griddle and typically served as a double. Does not need to come from a Houston Burger Restaurant. Fancy Burger - The only burger served at a fine/fine-ish dining restaurant with full service. Likely costs more than $20. Fries/Tots - A potato side from a Houston Burger Restaurant Milkshake - A milkshake from a Houston Burger Restaurant. Wildcard - Any burger from any Houston restaurant, including chains, or any dish served at a Houston Burger Restaurant such as a hot dog, chicken sandwich, an additional side, etc.  The rules: once an individual dish from one restaurant is selected participants may not select any other dishes from that restaurant to fulfill the other categories. Participants six selections will be from six different restaurants. Then Abbas Dhanani of Burger Bodega joins the show to pick the Ultimate Houston Burger Draft winner. Abbas explains to Eric why [redacted]'s line up won, what he thought of the selections all around, what he would have selected had he participated, the vast amount of burger options in Houston, and more! Abbas also talks a bit about how things are going over at Burger Bodega. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and on Twitter @esandler, you can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Houston's Best New Restaurants For 2023: 12 Favorites That Keep Us Coming Back For More Favorite Rice Village Chocolate Shop Relocates and Rebrands with Coffee, Treats, Wine, and More New Upscale Japanese Restaurant Claims Former One Fifth Space in Montrose Local Foods Shutters in Tanglewood to Reopen as New, Larger Post Oak Patio Spot Dim Sum, Sushi, and Roast Duck: Chinese Chef Has Big Plans for Medical Center Hotel Theodore Rex's Beard Award Semifinalist Chef Departs After 'Beautiful,' 8-Year Run

We're doing things a little differently. The podcast is taking time off until January 9th, but that doesn't mean no episodes until then. Eric is bringing back some of his favorite episodes to your feeds while the podcast is away. Today's episode is a reairing of Episode 271, originally released February 16th, 2023. In this episode, Eric assembled a panel of Tex-Mex aficionados for the Ultimate Tex-Mex Draft. Eric alongside David Cordúa, Bryan Caswell, Mary Clarkson, Matt Harris, and Michael Fulmer select their favorite Tex-Mex dishes from different restaurants in the greater Houston area to create their ultimate Tex-Mex meal. The panel are picking dishes in the following categories: fajitas, enchiladas, tacos, chips & salsa, chips & queso, and a wildcard selection. Plus, find out which participant picks the ultimate Tex-Mex meal, as selected by special guest judge Russell Ybarra of Gringos! Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and on Twitter @esandler, you can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Houston's Best New Restaurants For 2023: 12 Favorites That Keep Us Coming Back For More Favorite Rice Village Chocolate Shop Relocates and Rebrands with Coffee, Treats, Wine, and More New Upscale Japanese Restaurant Claims Former One Fifth Space in Montrose Local Foods Shutters in Tanglewood to Reopen as New, Larger Post Oak Patio Spot Dim Sum, Sushi, and Roast Duck: Chinese Chef Has Big Plans for Medical Center Hotel Theodore Rex's Beard Award Semifinalist Chef Departs After 'Beautiful,' 8-Year Run

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It's that time of year again! It's time to look back at the year that was in Houston food, it's the What's Eric Eating Year in Review - 2023 Edition. For this go around Eric is joined by Felice Sloan, Mary Clarkson, and Michael Fulmer to look back at some of the biggest stories, saddest closures, best new restaurants,  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: River Oaks Mediterranean Fine Dining Restaurant Reopens with Elevated Menu and Cocktails Game-Changing East End Waterfront Development Adds 2 Diverse Dining Options Acclaimed Houston Bar Bounces into Conroe for Highly Anticipated 2nd Locale Where to Eat on Christmas Day: 20+ Houston Restaurants Serve Up Glorious, Global Feasts Star Woodlands Chef Beefs Up Rice Village Casual Dining Staple with Tasty Menu Adds, HH, and More Duo Behind Burger Joint and Taco Stand Set to Debut New Heights Pizzeria

On today's podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer. The pair dive into some of the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the opening of Dallas-based Tex-Mex staple Mi Cocina in the River Oaks area and the beloved El Bolillo Bakery opening up their 4th location in the  Mission Bend neighborhood. In a packed Restaurants of the Week section; Rumi's Kitchen, Comalito, and Burnt Bean Company are all featured. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Iconic Texas beer Shiner Bock pops open first-ever non-alcoholic brew Why this Midtown eatery + sports bar is the perfect place to wait out weekday traffic Promising, Star-Staffed River Oaks Upscale Mediterranean Restaurant Shutters - with Plans to Reopen Pass & Provisions Star Chef Reunites with Local Foods Owner to Helm Culinary Operations Rising Star Chef Takes His Talents to Hotly Anticipated New River Oaks Restaurant

On today's episode of the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss some of the latest from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The pair dive into the Houston Chronicle's top 100 restaurants of 2023 list, speak about Kaiser Lashkari opening up his own cooking school, and Street to Kitchen's new location being set to open on November 11th. In the Restaurants of the Week section Coastline Artisan Pizzeria is featured.  Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Famed Owner of Award-Winning Himalaya Restaurant Shares His Secrets in New Cooking School Houston's Beard-Winning Thai Restaurant Serves Up Opening Date for Highly Anticipated New Locale Cool Austin Oyster Bar Opens in Montrose with See-Be-Seen Patio, IG-Ready Aquarium, and More River Oaks' New Fine Dining Thai Restaurant Tempts with Inventive Dishes and Lavish Space NYC Restaurant Shakes Up Downtown with Dominican Classics and Speakeasy-Style Bar Texas Monthly Names 4 Houston Restaurants to Comfort Food Faves List, We Suggest 5 More

Cubs promote Pete Crow-Armstrong, answer back to defeat the Rockies, Adbert Alzolay hits the IL while Michael Fulmer returns, and more.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. eBay MotorsKeep your ride-or-die alive at ebay.com/motors. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelMake Every Moment More.Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.SleeperDownload the Sleeper app and use promo code LOCKEDON and you'll get up to a $100 match on your first deposit. Terms and conditions apply. See Sleeper's Terms of Use for details. Currently operational in over 30 states. Check out Sleeper today!FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On this brand new edition of Cubs On Tap, Joey and Ron are back recapping game one of the Cubs/Rockies series. After a 5-4 win, the guys begin their discussion with Yan Gomes and the season he's had for the Cubs. After that, Jordan Wicks and his future outlook take over the conversation. From his great outing on Monday, to his chances at the playoff rotation, the full scale of Wicks content is here. Then, the topic transitions to the bullpen, and a lot of conversation about Jose Cuas and the usage of Michael Fulmer fresh off the IL take place. As the duo continues to venture down the rabbit hole, the guys discuss the offensive output from players such as Dansby Swanson and Christopher Morel, discuss the big news regarding Pete Crow-Armstrong's call up and debut, and more! Finally, the boys wrap the show by looking ahead to Tuesday's game! Cubs On Tap is presented by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OnTapSportsNet.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, your go-to source for Cubs news⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, analysis, and updates. Follow us on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CubbiesOnTap⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@OnTapSportsNet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Panelists: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JoeyKnowsNothin | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TeddyFreddy270 | @JuiceOnTap | @LuceOnTap | @Nick_OnTap

On this brand new edition of Cubs On Tap, Tyler and Ron recap the Cubs' pair of weekend games to finish out the Diamondbacks series at Wrigley Field. Despite a loss on Saturday, the duo discussed Justin Steele's incredible outing, the solid work from the bullpen, and praised a number of the hitters throughout the lineup. The boys did a deep dive on Seiya Suzuki and how important he has been to the Cubs' offense lately. In addition, the guys discuss Ian Happ and his series, especially after moving around the lineup, and another sensational day of pitching as the Cubs captured Sunday's game 5-2. Before completing moving on to the Rockies series, the duo discussed the news regarding Marcus Stroman's possible return as a reliever, and how that impacts the team. From breaking down the possible return of Michael Fulmer, to Jameson Taillon's role, to who are the odd men out, and even Jordan Wicks' status, it is a deep rabbit hole dive for the guys. Finally, to wrap the show up, the conversation shifts to Monday and the series opener with the Rockies. The boys discuss the week's show schedule and what it will take for the Cubs to start the series off on the right foot. Cubs On Tap is presented by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OnTapSportsNet.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, your go-to source for Cubs news⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, analysis, and updates. Follow us on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CubbiesOnTap⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@OnTapSportsNet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Panelists: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JoeyKnowsNothin | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TeddyFreddy270 | @JuiceOnTap | @LuceOnTap | @Nick_OnTap

It's football season so that means fantasy football is in full swing... which doesn't mean much for this show because it's all about burgers! Specifically drafting the most delicious burger lineup possible from Houston area burger restaurants. Join Eric Sandler, Mary Clarkson, Michael Fulmer, Monica Danna, Ryan Lachaine, and Bobby Matos as they select their ultimate burger lineup!  Here's what the teams will be drafting: a Houston Burger Restaurant Burger, a Smash Burger, a Fancy Burger, Fries or Tots, a Milkshake, and a Wildcard. Definitions: Houston Burger Restaurant - A Houston-based restaurant that serves at least 3 different burgers or has build your own options that allow for lots of variety. Greater Houston-area suburbs (Katy, Woodlands, Sugar Land, Clear Lake, etc.) are considered "Houston".  Smash Burger - A style of cheeseburger made with patties that are flattened on a griddle and typically served as a double. Does not need to come from a Houston Burger Restaurant. Fancy Burger - The only burger served at a fine/fine-ish dining restaurant with full service. Likely costs more than $20. Fries/Tots - A potato side from a Houston Burger Restaurant Milkshake - A milkshake from a Houston Burger Restaurant. Wildcard - Any burger from any Houston restaurant, including chains, or any dish served at a Houston Burger Restaurant such as a hot dog, chicken sandwich, an additional side, etc.  The rule: once an individual dish from one restaurant is selected participants may not select any other dishes from that restaurant to fulfill the other categories. Participants six selections will be from six different restaurants. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Chic New Vibe Dining Seafood Restaurant Elegantly Reboots Familiar Montrose Space Austin Hot Chicken Restaurant Opens Near Downtown with 'Stupid' Spices, Full Bar, and More Upscale New Heights Lounge Opens with 'Alluring Cocktails' and Global Nightlife Vibe Talented Trill Burgers Chef and Co-Owner Wins 'Impossible' Chopped Episode Chris Shepherd Takes Stage with Local and National Food Stars in Must-Catch New Chat Series Shaquille O'Neal Announces Big New Chicken Restaurant Location Near The Heights

In this segment, Crawly and Dustin discuss the players that the Angels and other teams have placed on waivers and if any would be a fit for the Cubs, update the injury status of Marcus Stroman, Michael Fulmer, and Brad Boxberger, and we preview a four game series against the Reds. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss some of the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the 4 Houston restaurants named to Texas Monthly's new and improved BBQ joints list, the sudden closure of the iconic Pho restaurant Pho Binh Trailer, and Ryan Granger's new full service concept heading to the Museum District. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Dante's River Oaks and Goode Co. Kitchen & Catina. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: 4  Smokin' Houston Spots Heat Up Texas Monthly's Top New and Improved BBQ Joints List Iconic Pho Restaurant Suddenly Shutters Original South Houston Locale After 40-Year Run Exciting New Classic American Eatery from Veteran Restaurateur Elevates Museum District Dining Talented Trill Burgers Chef and Co-Owner Wins 'Impossible' Chopped Episode Chris Shepherd Takes Stage with Local and National Food Stars in Must-Catch New Chat Series Shaquille O'Neal Announces Big New Chicken Restaurant Location Near The Heights

The Cubs were about to drop another frustrating game to the White Sox. And then Michael Fulmer put out a fire. And then Nick Madrigal hit a pinch-hit homer. And then Cody Bellinger doubled and Dansby Swanson walked. And then Christopher Morel walked to the plate... Brett Taylor, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney discuss the Cubs' exhilarating 4-3 win over the White Sox on this episode of Onto Waveland. They also get into Marcus Stroman's rib injury and more. Follow Brett on Twitter: @BleacherNation Follow Sahadev on Twitter: @sahadevsharma Follow Patrick on Twitter: @PJ_Mooney Email us: wavelandathletic@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christopher Morel delivered another magical moment in his Cubs career. The righty hit an epic 3-run, walk-off home run as the Cubs beat the White Sox 4-3 in the finale of the Crosstown Classic. Andy Martínez and Tim Stebbins recap the magical night at Wrigley on the Cubs Weekly Podcast. The duo recaps other big moments in the game, including Nick Madrigal's home run against his former team and Michael Fulmer's clutch performance in relief. They discuss what the win means for the Cubs playoff hopes.Later in the podcast, the two breakdown the Marcus Stroman injury and what it means for the Cubs moving forward. Stebbins and Martínez discuss how the Cubs might fill the fifth spot in their rotation moving forward.

On this brand new edition of Cubs On Tap, Nick and Ron recap the Cubs' massive 4-3 walk-off win over the White Sox! Out the gate, the duo dives into Christopher Morel's walk-off, three-run shot to give the Cubs the win. The guys discuss the importance of Cody Bellinger and Dansby Swanson ahead of him, then the young Morel doing the damage. The pair also discusses Nick Madrigal's homer in his revenge game, and how that moment cannot go understated. In addition, Michael Fulmer's performance was perhaps the most impressive display of the night, and the boys broke that down with help from the viewers! The boys shared some thoughts on lineup construction moving forward, the news regarding Marcus Stroman and Drew Smyly, and more! Finally, Nick and Ron wrap up the show previewing the weekend's slate against the Kansas City Royals! Cubs On Tap is presented by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OnTapSportsNet.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, your go-to source for Cubs news⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, analysis, and updates. Follow us on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CubbiesOnTap⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@OnTapSportsNet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Panelists: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JoeyKnowsNothin | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TeddyFreddy270 | @JuiceOnTap | @LuceOnTap | @Nick_OnTap

It's a Tuesday, so that means it's time for Eric to go through some of the latest headlines from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. Today he's joined by Michael Fulmer to discuss the New York Times' recent article listing out the top 20 best new generation barbecue joints which includes 5 Houston area restaurants, the sudden closure of GJ Tavern, the 3 ice cream shops that have opened in the Houston area in the last couple of weeks, and the Tex-Mex BBQ Block Party 2023 happening at Saint Arnold Brewing Company this Sunday. Get your tickets for the block party by clicking here. In the Restaurants of the Week portion The Pho Fix and Houston Restaurant Weeks are featured. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler, and on Twitter @esandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: New York Times Showcases 5 Smokin' Houston Spots in Hot New 'Best Texas Barbecue Restaurants' List Prominent Houston Restaurant Group Suddenly Shutters Intimate Downtown Tavern Favorite Austin Ice Cream Shop Makes Cool Houston Debut in Bellaire Just in Time for National Ice Cream Day Cool and Creative Montrose Ice Cream Opens in The Heights This Weekend with Sweet Deals Splendid Ice Cream Shop Sweetens Big Montrose Grand Opening with Free Scoops and Plenty of Swag 20 Exciting New Houston Restaurant Week Options Serve Up Global Fare and Lively Entertainment

Corey and Brendan review the Cubs first half: Marcus Stroman and Justin Steele's dominance, Kyle Hendricks resurgence, Christopher Morel's big power, Seiya Suzuki's absent power, Jameson Taillon's turbulent beginning, back-end bullpen with Adbert Alzolay and Michael Fulmer, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Chicago Cubs faced off against the Los Angeles Dodgers at home on Thursday night. Despite having won 5 of their last 6 games, including 2 of 3 against the Dodgers, the Cubs were unable to secure a victory. Starting pitcher Jameson Taillon was unexpectedly sidelined with a groin injury before the game, forcing Javier Assad to take his place on short notice. The Cubs battled hard but fell to the Dodgers, after Michael Fulmer allowed a grand slam in the top of the 9th. Join Luke, Cody, and Ryan on the CHGO Cubs Podcast as they recap tonight's game. An ALLCITY Network Production WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS HERE: www.fubotv.com/chgo PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE:    / chgosports   ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: http://CHGOLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. Rotowire: Get your free trial and unlock all the best fantasy sports news and analysis at https://rotowire.com/chgo Roman: Go to https://ro.co/CHGO today to get 20% off your entire first order. Check out pinsandaces.com and use code CHGO to receive 15% off your first order and get free shipping. Check out FOCO for merch and collectibles here https://foco.vegb.net/CHGO and use promo code “CHGO” for 10% off your order on all non Pre Order items. Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Just visit https://athleticgreens.com/CHGOCubs Visit https://dkng.co/chgo to sign up for DraftKings Sportsbook using the code “CHGO” Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA), Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA) 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Bet $5 Get $150 offer (void in MA/NH/OR): Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pre-game moneyline bet. Bet must win. $150 issued as six (6) $25 bonus bets. Promotional offer period ends 5/28/23 at 11:59PM ET. No Sweat Bet: Valid 1 per customer. Opt-in req. NBA same game parlay bets only. Min 3-leg. First bet after opting-in must lose. Paid as one Bonus Bet based on amount of initial losing bet. Max. wagering limits apply. Ends at the start of the final NBA game each day when offered. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nico Hoerner's first-career walk-off and Drew Smyly's rock solid start power the Cubs to a win over the Seattle Mariners 3-2. The bullpen had a nice day, but Michael Fulmer gave up his first run of the season in the ninth on a towering solo home run. Keegan Thompson pitched a scoreless tenth and that was all she wrote. The Cubs are above .500. Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the live postgame show. An ALLCITY Network Production WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS HERE: www.fubotv.com/chgo PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE:    / chgosports   ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: http://CHGOLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. Rotowire: Get your free trial and unlock all the best fantasy sports news and analysis at https://rotowire.com/chgo Roman: Go to https://ro.co/CHGO today to get 20% off your entire first order. Check out pinsandaces.com and use code CHGO to receive 15% off your first order and get free shipping. Check out FOCO for merch and collectibles here https://foco.vegb.net/CHGO and use promo code “CHGO” for 10% off your order on all non Pre Order items. Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Just visit https://athleticgreens.com/CHGOCubs Visit https://dkng.co/chgo to sign up for DraftKings Sportsbook using the code “CHGO” Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI /NJ/ NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. BONUS bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as bonus bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/basketballlterms. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Corey and Brendan recap the most notable trends from last week's Cubs games. They emphasize Dansby Swanson and Ian Happ's plate discipline improvements, Justin Steele's dominant slider, Marcus Stroman's sinker reliance, Michael Fulmer's new breaking sweeper, Jameson Taillon's seven pitch types, and recap their wins and losses. An ALLCITY Network Production WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS HERE: www.fubotv.com/chgo PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE:   / chgosports   ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: http://CHGOLocker.com FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. Rotowire: Get your free trial and unlock all the best fantasy sports news and analysis at https://rotowire.com/chgo Roman: Go to https://ro.co/CHGO today to get 20% off your entire first order. Check out pinsandaces.com and use code CHGO to receive 15% off your first order and get free shipping. Check out FOCO for merch and collectibles here https://foco.vegb.net/CHGO and use promo code “CHGO” for 10% off your order on all non Pre Order items. Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Just visit https://athleticgreens.com/CHGOCubs Visit https://dkng.co/chgo to sign up for DraftKings Sportsbook using the code “CHGO” Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI /NJ/ NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. BONUS bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. $200 issued as bonus bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/basketballlterms. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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