Podcast appearances and mentions of Sammy Sosa

Finish Your Breakfast (5.20.2026): Family, there is always a lot of baseball to talk about, but it's not every day that the Knicks come back from down 22 in the second half to win Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, so let's go, Knicks. In baseball, I think there has been a record number of inside-the-park home runs so far this season. James Wood hit a grand slam inside job, and Corbin Carroll got one too (not shown). Xavier Edwards is now Sammy Sosa. And the Brewers are back in first place (go figure).

Braves Superfan UNK joins us along with Sox Fan Lil Yumper to talk Cubs, Braves, and Sox, Oh My!!! Plus, Ronnie Woo Woo meets Sammy Sosa! Brought to you by Penguin Imprints, ⁠Fanarchy⁠ and our ⁠Patreon⁠ supporters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, former Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Scott Karl traces his path from Carlsbad standout to big league starter to financial advisor. He swaps stories with Jeff about Bandon Dunes and his move from California to Lake Norman, then dives into his career, getting a last-minute shot after the '94 strike, surviving as a finesse pitcher in a power era, facing legends like Randy Johnson, Greg Maddux, and Sammy Sosa, and taking the mound during the 1998 home run chase. Scott shares how he lost roughly 70% of his portfolio in the dot-com bust while still playing, what it taught him about risk and advisors, and how it pushed him into wealth management. He explains why many athletes blow through life-changing money, how he builds portfolios with buffered ETFs, structured notes, and private credit, and how he manages expectations around upside, downside, and liquidity. The conversation widens to NIL, parents effectively betting travel-ball costs on scholarships, and the risk of turning college sports into a money race. Scott also talks about raising two Division I volleyball players, the mental side of high performance, and how those lessons carry into investing, before closing with his favorite baseball cities and parks, from Wrigley day games to the old Jake in Cleveland and nostalgic nights at Dodger Stadium. SEND IT!Chapters:00:00-02:21=Intro02:22-09:59= Private Jets, Bandon Dunes, and the Road from Carlsbad to the Big Leagues10:00-24:09= Facing Maddux and the Big Unit: Velocity, Wiffle Balls, and the Rise of the 100-MPH Era24:10-34:12= From Million-Dollar Contracts to Going Broke: Why Pro Athletes Struggle with Money34:13-44:17= Making a Short Career Last a Lifetime: Contracts, Risk Math, and Smoother Portfolios44:18-56:31= Buffers, Structured Notes, and Private Credit: Building Smoother Rides Through Rough Markets56:32-01:05:47= First Responders vs. Second Responders: Buffers, Managed Futures, and Protecting the Downside01:05:48-01:14:25= NIL, Transfers, and Pandora's Box: How College Sports Turned into a Money Game01:14:26-01:22:28= From Youth Sports to Life After the Game: Parenting, Perspective, and Baseball's Best Cities01:22:28-01:27:57= Gibsons, Wrigley Day Games, and Why Petco Might Be Baseball's Best ParkFrom the Episode: PIVOT PODCAST (Caleb Williams podcast episode)https://open.spotify.com/episode/4qO6oXmftTn8Jl4Ru3R4Mg?si=kzx-UJ_YTe25pDr8mNHfAQ&nd=1&dlsi=4cc9da8589d542a2Follow along with ⁠Scott⁠ and ⁠Silverleaf WM⁠ on LinkedIn and be sure to check out ⁠silverleafwealth.com⁠ for more information!Don't forget to subscribe to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Derivative⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, follow us on Twitter at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rcmAlts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign-up for our blog digest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Disclaimer: This podcast is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal, business, or tax advice. All opinions expressed by podcast participants are solely their own opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of RCM Alternatives, their affiliates, or companies featured. Due to industry regulations, participants on this podcast are instructed not to make specific trade recommendations, nor reference past or potential profits. And listeners are reminded that managed futures, commodity trading, and other alternative investments are complex and carry a risk of substantial losses. As such, they are not suitable for all investors. For more information, visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rcmalternatives.com/disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠

Baseball's back for the summer of 2026 and what better way to get in the mood than to take a look at one of the most electrifying sports stories of all time...the 1998 Major League Baseball Home Run Record Chase. This epic chase to break the hollowed home run record started off with 2 known power houses , Ken Griffey Jr. and Mark McGwire chasing Roger Maris' hollowed record the previous 4 seasons .These previous outings  injected excitement back in to the sport after the catastrophic MLB strike of 1994 that cut off Griffey's record pace by 50 games and saw the cancelation of the World Series.  Fans tuned out in droves  and baseball's favor was at an all time low. Then by June of 1998 a little known Sammy Sosa threw his cap in to the race to make it a 3 man race to 62 HR's by season end. Griffey would cool down ("only" hitting 56 homers ) but Big Mac and Sammy would go neck and neck and surpass the record at 70 and 66 HR's by seasons end in dramatic exciting fashion. Listen today to hear this exciting moment in sports As always follow us on the stuff Merch Store- http://tee.pub/lic/doEoXMI_oPI Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/Artandjacobdoamerica Website- https://artandjacobdoamerica.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/artandjacobdoamerica Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/artandjacobdoamerica/  

On this episode of Kenny The Sports Guy Podcast, Kenny dives into one of baseball's most debated legacies — the career of Sammy Sosa. Once one of the most electrifying sluggers in the game, Sosa captivated fans during the historic home run chase with Mark McGwire during the 1998 season, helping bring baseball back into the spotlight after the 1994–95 Major League Baseball strike. But despite hitting 609 career home runs, winning the 1998 NL MVP, and becoming a global icon with the Chicago Cubs, Sosa still remains on the outside looking in when it comes to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Why hasn't one of the most prolific power hitters in history been inducted? Kenny examines the numbers, the controversy surrounding baseball's steroid era, and the complicated legacy that has kept Sosa out of Cooperstown. Is he a Hall of Famer who has been unfairly judged, or does the era he played in define how history remembers him? Join Kenny as he breaks down The Hall of Famer That Wasn't: Sammy Sosa. ⚾

On this episode of Kenny The Sports Guy Podcast, Kenny dives into one of baseball's most debated legacies — the career of Sammy Sosa. Once one of the most electrifying sluggers in the game, Sosa captivated fans during the historic home run chase with Mark McGwire during the 1998 season, helping bring baseball back into the spotlight after the 1994–95 Major League Baseball strike. But despite hitting 609 career home runs, winning the 1998 NL MVP, and becoming a global icon with the Chicago Cubs, Sosa still remains on the outside looking in when it comes to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Why hasn't one of the most prolific power hitters in history been inducted? Kenny examines the numbers, the controversy surrounding baseball's steroid era, and the complicated legacy that has kept Sosa out of Cooperstown. Is he a Hall of Famer who has been unfairly judged, or does the era he played in define how history remembers him? Join Kenny as he breaks down The Hall of Famer That Wasn't: Sammy Sosa. ⚾

This week we're joined by the culprit of the Sammy Sosa figurine fiasco, Eric Weeks, in what felt like a "butterfly effect" of culpability. Also, Dan himself stops by to weigh in on that topic amongst many others! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Jordan saved Nike, he saved the NBA, and now he might save NASCAR. Jordan and Tyler Reddick have opened the NASCAR season with three straight wins. Despite ESPN disregarding the accomplishment, Jordan is demanding attention. He is the last standing true iconic sports star. From Lance Armstrong to Tiger Woods, Sammy Sosa, and Mark McGwire, all too often sports icons tarnish themselves, failing to maintain credibility. Jason highlights the special and competitive aspects that differentiate Michael Jordan. Steve Kim, Jay Skapinac, and Dre Baldwin join the show to discuss. Also, does Luka Doncic have beef with J.J. Redick? Bucky Brooks takes the baton for the final lap, covering all things NFL Combine, featuring Jeremiyah Love, Sonny Styles, and a highly rated prospect who actually wants to play in Cleveland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We debate clutter, the "Fast Food Hall of Fame", Curtis Granderson, RadioShack, The Sammy Sosa bat corking incident, and more.

Send a textA first-round pick, a hometown heart, and a league in flux. We sit down with Kevin Orie to unpack a career shaped by grit, timing, and the unforgiving glare of Wrigley Field. From kicking rocks out of infields in Pittsburgh to a private tryout at Wrigley where he sprinted the bases after BP on instinct, Kevin's story tracks the highs and hard lessons of a young player dropped into a franchise starving for a solution at third base.The rookie season hit like a wave: an 0–14 start, the pressure to transform into a power bat behind Sammy Sosa, and the quiet squeeze of the steroid era altering not just bodies but recovery and confidence. Kevin doesn't hedge. He breaks down how mindset, workload, and the drumbeat of expectations can change a player's identity in weeks. He remembers a shoulder separation that killed a September call-up, a quad tear after a two-mile treadmill test, and a late cut in L.A. when the Beltre controversy closed a door at the buzzer. Through it all, there were anchors: Jim Leyland lighting up the tunnel in St. Louis as the Marlins went back-to-back-to-back-to-back, and Don Baylor's simple inside-pitch drill that later unlocked a swing he didn't know he had.We trace the journeyman years—out clauses, selling himself to third base coaches mid-game, cleanup roles on loaded Triple-A rosters that didn't lead to a phone call—and the eventual return to Chicago on unfinished business. Kevin reveals the difference better development and clearer roles might have made, and how today's strength and swing tech would have sped up his learning curve. Off the field, he opens up about raising three daughters after losing his wife, pivoting into hotel investments and commercial real estate through a recession, and staying in the game with Pirates pre/post on The Fan to keep those clubhouse threads alive.Come for the dugout stories and stay for the clarity about pressure, identity, and resilience. If you've ever wondered how a career can tilt in three weeks—or how a single drill can change a season—this one hits home. Subscribe, share with a baseball fan who loves the human side of the game, and leave a review with the moment that stuck with you most.THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!!!!www.holdmycutter.com

Welcome back to the Billy and Lisa Morning Show. Today, we're talking about the craziest things people keep in their cars. From a blonde wig to a sword, we're diving into the weird and wonderful world of car storage. We've got a list of bizarre items people have reported finding in their vehicles, including a Sammy Sosa bobblehead, old Halloween decorations, and even a fake leg. But it's not just about what's in the car - it's about why people keep these things and what they might be used for. Join us as we explore the quirky side of car ownership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Sports the NEMO Way we bring the best Chicago Cubs to the table for discussion. The franchise that was the butt of a lot of jokes throughout the years for constantly sucking, but like the old saying goes even light shines on a dogs ass some day". Then one day it did and they became world series champions. So join us this week as we dig through all the rubbish through the years, and find the best Cubs to fill this roster. Have a great day, and we'll see you next week... Peace. 

What is in the new dump of the Epstein Files? We go through some of the more insane pages in the document, naming Trump, Elon Musk, Sammy Sosa and Patti LaBelle?!? Plus, how did Darren "get off" in the analog years, and how the Price Is Right helped his cause. When did Rob know that he was… you know!? A man gets kicked out of a bar and hit with a chair in the head and we laugh! Plus, our tribute to the great Catherine O'Hara.NEW! LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL with feedback or any questions. Just call(240) LIVE - CASTThat's ‪(240) 548-3227‬Watch the episode on Youtube for free. Join our Patreon and get a bonus episode each month, and other behind-the-scenes goodies. More info here.Follow us on: Twitch, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and our Discord Chat. Also don't forget about our Spotify playlist. We also have merch if you're into that kind of sharing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

====================================================SUSCRIBETEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNpffyr-7_zP1x1lS89ByaQ?sub_confirmation=1==================================================== DEVOCIÓN MATUTINA PARA MENORES 2026“HEROES Y VILLANOS”Narrado por: Tatania DanielaDesde: Juliaca, PerúUna cortesía de DR'Ministries y Canaan Seventh-Day Adventist Church12 DE ENEROUN HÉROE QUE DA DE COMER«Y dirá el Rey a los que estén a su derecha: "Vengan ustedes, los que han sido bendecidos por mi Padre; reciban el reino que está preparado para ustedes desde que Dios hizo el mundo. Pues tuve hambre, y ustedes me dieron de comer; tuve sed, y me dieron de beber; anduve como forastero, y me dieron alojamiento. Estuve sin ropa, y ustedes me la dieron; estuve enfermo, y me visitaron; estuve en la cárcel, y vinieron a verme"» (Mateo 25: 34-36).Quizás los logros mejores recordados de Samuel Peralta Sosa, cono¬cido popularmente como Sammy Sosa, tienen que ver con su carrera en el béisbol. Sosa fue un tremendo beisbolista dominicano cuyos batazos mandaban las pelotas a las gradas con inusual frecuencia. Uno de sus mejores años, tal vez el mejor, fue 1998 cuando registró 66 cuadrangulares en la temporada. Este es un logro que valió una ovación durante 6 minutos de pie por sus fans en Chicago. En junio de ese año, Sosa consiguió 20 cuadrangulares. Ningún pelotero ha marcado más jonrones en un mes hasta ahora.Ese año, Sammy Sosa no ganó el título como el bateador que produjo más jonrones en la temporada; quien ganó fue Mark McGwire con 70 jonrones. Sería hasta el año 2000 cuando Sosa se llevaría el título de más jonrones producidos en una temporada con 50. Lo interesante de esto fue el comportamiento de estos jugadores en la competencia por ser el mejor, mientras que los medios incitaban una riña con sus comentarios. Cabe decir que ambos jugadores estaban orgullosos el uno del otro y manifestaban disfrutar la competencia sanamente. Sosa fue nombrado el jugador más valioso de la Liga Nacional de Béisbol el 20 de noviembre de 1998.Ese año, el huracán George barrió con severidad la República Dominicana dejando a más de 100 000 personas sin hogar. La escasez de alimento y sitios de refugio impuso un estado terrible en el país. Sosa jugó un papel clave en la provisión de alivio a las víctimas del desastre. A través de la Cruz Roja, Sosa hizo llegar a su país, en conjunto, más de 30 toneladas de frijol y arroz y muchos toneles de agua purificada.Precisamente en el mes de junio de 1998, cuando marcó su mejor récord al bate, Sosa organizó la Fundación de Caridad Sammy Sosa con el propósito de fomentar la educación y la calidad de vida de los niños en República Dominicana y Estados Unidos. Mediante esta fundación, Sosa recolectó más de 700 000 dólares para su país y para otros países latinoamericanos en necesidad.Sammy Sosa cumplió mejor el rol de héroe cuando ayudó a sus semejantes que cuando hacía cuadrangulares. Si bien es muy satisfactorio lograr proyectos personales en la vida, a la vista del cielo tiene mejor reconocimiento el hacer cosas buenas por los demás. 

The guys react to the release of this year's Hall of Fame finalists, highlighting Richmond Webb's inclusion among the 25 candidates and reflecting on how a quiet personality overshadowed a massive career. They also dive into Frank Gore's first shot at Canton and whether he deserves first-ballot status. The conversation then shifts to baseball's Hall of Fame and the complicated legacy of the steroid era, revisiting names like Barry Bonds, Sammy Sosa, and Mark McGwire

It’s Thanksgiving, which means we’re stuffing ourselves instead of the episode schedule. While we’re gone, enjoy one of our favorite episodes from earlier this season. ----- In this fiery episode of the Team of Rivals Podcast, Ron, Elliott, and Pete tear into the latest MLB drama with all the fire and flair you’d expect. It kicks off with Ron going off on the Dodgers' controversial signing of Roki Sasaki, sparking a heated debate about the growing imbalance in the game. Ron’s so fed up with baseball’s direction, he might just quit being a fan altogether. The guys then stumble upon a shocking discovery – another podcast using the Team of Rivals name! Naturally, they debate whether to send in the lawyers or just invite the copycats on for a showdown. They dive into the absurdity of not even Googling your podcast name before launching and the lengths people will go for some lazy branding. Things take a turn when Pete rips into Cubs fans for rolling out the red carpet for Sammy Sosa’s return at this weekend’s Cubs Convention. Pete’s not having it, especially with Sammy’s nonstop thirst for attention – he’s fired up, to say the least. The mood lightens as the trio shifts gears to honor the legendary Bob Uecker, sharing some of their favorite stories and clips from his career. Ueck’s humor and wit made him a beloved icon in the world of baseball broadcasting, and the guys give him the shout-out he deserves. Finally, the guys wrap things up with a chat about the Chicago Bears’ coaching search, tossing around names like Mike McCarthy and wondering if the team can finally find a leader who’ll bring some much-needed success. It's a jam-packed episode full of rants, laughs, and some seriously hot takes. You won’t want to miss it!

 Ellen Adair and Eric Gilde discuss the 2001 movie "Hardball." They introduce the film (1:34), with an overview of the story, the cast, and filmmakers, and review the 20-80 baseball scouting grades for rating the film, with a new metaphor (8:14). In Amount of Baseball (17:50), the scouts initially disagree, but slightly convince each other. Ellen has two potential player comps. Baseball Accuracy (25:26) compares this Little League play to other films, with just a couple of editorial / geographical issues. Ellen defends Frank Thomas's honor and digs in on Sammy Sosa's consecutive homers, and records by Ken Griffey Jr, Don Mattingly, and Kevin Mench. That is not Wrigley. Those are not NBA games. Luis Garcia's dance step is considered. Storytelling (39:23) is a real challenge, when the entire inveterate gambler storyline does not work. Plus, white savior problems, a very confusing moral, and a complete lack of necessary exposition. There are so many unanswered questions. How does he earn their trust? Why does G-Baby have to die? Eulogy issues, uniform issues. At long last, the Score Tool (1:24:13) is only a partial respite, with some small problems of its own. They consider some of the soundtrack songs, including "Ghetto," "Hardball," "Big Poppa," "Where the Party At," and R. Kelly. Acting (1:30:21) considers the ceiling and floor of a slightly mis-cast Keanu Reeves. Diane Lane was trying, John Hawkes had an impossible task, D.B. Sweeney deserves better. Young actors Michael B. Jordan, Bryan Hearne, Julian Griffith, and DeWayne Warren almost save the movie. Neither Delightfulness of Catcher (1:39:26) or Delightfulness of Announcer (1:40:27) offer much. In Lack of Misogyny (1:41:00), they discuss the insipidity of the lame romantic subplot. No spoilers on the following segments: Yes or No (1:45:06), Six Degrees of Baseball (1:48:56), Favorite Moment (1:50:43) Least Favorite Moment (1:53:00), Scene We Would Have Liked to See (1:54:54), Dreamiest Player (1:56:50), Favorite Performance (1:57:09), and Next Time (2:00:32).  Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Braga, King, and Ski talk about Vampires vs The Bronx, a movie about kids trying to save a bodega who end up having to save their borough. Method Man plays a priest, Zoe Saldana dies early, and Mero owns a Sammy Sosa bat. It's for kids. Is it any good? Listen!

¿El enfoque comercial ha desplazado la verdadera pasión hacia el deporte?En este episodio comparamos el deporte actual con el de los años 90s. Recordamos leyendas como Michael Jordan, Ken Griffey Jr., Sammy Sosa y Félix “Tito” Trinidad. Además hablamos acerca del aporte de la tecnología en el deporte y cómo esta puede impactar los resultados de los atletas. También, opinamos sobre los cambios en entrenamientos, fanaticada, contratos, cultura deportiva, entre otros.

Before we go back to 2018 for a discussion of the only Cubs general manager who was moonlighting from his job at the fish-market and a non-baseball tale, one of the more obscure and unflattering episodes of America's westward expansion, we discuss our need for a shared reality and one of the earliest conspiracy theories. How are you going to be here with us if you believe that we're being controlled by them?  The Infinite Inning is a journey to the past to understand the present using baseball as our time machine. Baseball, America's brighter mirror, often reflects, anticipates, and even mocks the stories we tell ourselves about our world today. Baseball Prospectus's Steven Goldman discusses the game's present, past, and future with forays outside the foul lines to the culture at large. Expect history, politics, stats, and frequent Casey Stengel quotations. Along the way, we'll try to solve the puzzle that is the Infinite Inning: How do you find the joy in life when you can't get anybody out?

BT and Sal vented their frustration over how the Steroid Era has tainted Aaron Judge's latest achievement of reaching 50 home runs for the fourth time in his career, a mark only previously reached by Babe Ruth, Sammy Sosa, and Mark McGwire. The hosts argued that by including Sosa and McGwire, whose numbers are linked to performance-enhancing drugs, MLB is unfairly diluting Judge and Ruth's honest accomplishments. They demanded that baseball stop acknowledging the "cheaters" in historical contexts, as it clouds the impressive nature of Judge's clean-slate success and sends a confusing message to new generations of fans.

Two franchise icons -- Sammy Sosa and Derrek Lee -- were inducted into the Cubs Hall of Fame this past weekend and will be immortalized forever at Wrigley Field. The duo sat down with Marquee Sports Network for exclusive interviews about their Cubs tenure, what the Hall of Fame honor means to them and much more on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust.

Send us a textThe Bums are back in the rail yard with S5:E0135 — and the top begins with the Bums giving thanks and praise for the return of regular season NFL football; a spitting contest ensues with Jalen Carter's ejection, leaving the Eagle's D short-handed vs. Dem Boys; the Bums face a strange quandary, watching JF1 in Jets garb and serial douchebag A-A-Ron “Horseface” Rodgers donning Pittsburgh black and gold — a dilemma ensues; take turns to Junior Varsity football (aka College Football), as the Longhorns get their nuts snipped by the Ohio cannabis leaves, the Golden Dumbers fall short, and SMU is nailed to the cross in the Jesus Bowl; talk turns to late season MLB — as the Cubbies induct Sammy Sosa and Derek Lee into their team HoF (Eddie doesn't care); the MLB playoff and wildcard race starts to take shape despite in the shadow of the Dodger's vs. Orioles near-no-hit; Angel Angst runs rampant amongst WNBA players and fans (along with neon colored dildos); and close with foul ball etiquette not being followed, and the memes aren't disappointing.The bottom half cracks off with another infamous beer review with a French Canadian brew from Quebec's micro brasserie Dieu Du Ciel and their “Fenetre Sur Les Tropique” (ABV 5.0%), a hazy blonde pale ale that is rich in Citra, Mosaic and Motueka hops — an easy drinker that isn't too sweet (everyone rejoices); Paddy and Rocky visit the Salt Shed on a school night to see the Red Clay Strays, following a delicious pregame dinner at Ada; meanwhile, Eddie and Company enjoy a set delivered by the Henry True Band at the G Man, with a few familiar faces; Genny Tacos “tries” to order a drink at G Man (and Eddie isn't having it); the praise for Blue Ash Farm bourbon continues; another Eddie chow report features Chicago's Bodega Sur; binge streaming updates with Dept Q, Smoke and Stick, and close with a Rocky-flavored grill review — highlighting Spider Grill's Huntsman—a hybrid kettle/kamado masterpiece.   The Bums are on the cusp of hitting 5,000 downloads, and we're just as surprised as you are. Recorded on September 7th, 2025 at B.O.M. northwest headquarters ‘The Eagle's Nest' in Chicago, IL USA — another al fresco edition.

Head to the Binny's at 790 Royal St. George Dr in Naperville to get your Parce this week! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Derrek Lee and Sammy Sosa going into the Cubs HOF, the players in MLB with their numbers retired for two teams, Ian's highest exit velocity and the Kyle Freeland/Rafael Devers benches clearing situation. Check out full video episodes on Marquee every Thursday and on YouTube on the Marquee Sports Network channel. 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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Head to the Binny's at 790 Royal St. George Dr in Naperville to get your Parce this week! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Derek Lee and Sammy Sosa going into the Cubs HOF, the players in MLB with their numbers retired for two teams, Ian's highest exit velocity and the Kyle Freeland/Rafael Devers benches clearing situation. Check out full video episodes on Marquee every Thursday and on YouTube on the Marquee Sports Network channel. 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

From ‘The Compound' (Subscribe Here): On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Derek Lee and Sammy Sosa going into the Cubs HOF, the players in MLB with their numbers retired for two teams, Ian's highest exit velocity and the Kyle Freeland/Rafael Devers benches clearing situation. 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

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Alex Cohen talks to Cole Wright, Elise Menaker and Ryan Dempster about how meaningful Derrek Lee and Sammy Sosa being inducted into the Cubs Hall of Fame is.

This episode of The Bubba Dub Show is packed with laughs, sports takes, and real-life talk! Bubba Dub dives into everything from the headlines to the culture, giving it to you raw and unfiltered: Coach Prime surprises Dub with some PRIME TIME gear

George Perez Stories EP393 brings the full chaos and comedy with George Perez, 3 Plates Tommy, Johnny Roque, Side Dick Eddie, and Hormoz Rashidi. This wild Monday night episode hits ICE raids, pink eye from the strip club couch, the Dodgers' fake Raza love, and a breakdown of Diddy's alleged BBQ sauce antics. From Chicano comedy to global politics, from Iran vs America to Sammy Sosa's bleach job, the crew doesn't hold back. It's raunchy, hilarious, and real — just like your homies on a good night out.George Perez – @georgepcomedyJohnny Roque – @roquejohnnySide Dick Eddie – 3 Plates Tommy – @holdingitdownwith3platestommyHormoz Rashidi – @nothormoz

George Perez Stories EP394 brings in the heat with legendary comedian Edwin San Juan joining George Perez, Johnny Roque, and Side Dick Eddie for a nonstop, unfiltered ride through ICE checkpoints, strip club pink eye, Sammy Sosa bleaching, and the Dodgers' fake love for Raza. Edwin shares war stories from touring the Asian comedy circuit and drops one of the most jaw-dropping (and cancelable?) puns in podcast history

Corey and Brendan break down how Shota Imanaga's return impacts the first-place Cubs and their upcoming roster decisions. With struggles from Matt Shaw, Justin Turner, and a thin bench, should the front office consider making an early trade? The CHGO Cubs Podcast dives into the latest moves, lineup concerns, and what's next as the trade deadline approaches.

The Chicago Cubs bounce back with a big win over the St. Louis Cardinals, keeping their hopes alive to split the series! Kyle Tucker led the charge, with key contributions from Matt Shaw, Dansby Swanson, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Michael Busch fueling the offense. Join the CHGO Cubs crew as they break down standout performances, turning points, and what it will take to tie the series in the finale. Don't miss our full postgame analysis, reactions, and what's next for the Cubs.

The Chicago Cubs picked up another tough loss, falling short to the Cardinals 8-7. It's therapy session time as CHGO Cubs hosts Cody Delmendo and Corey Freedman break down another poor performance from Jameson Taillon, weigh in on Ben Brown being optioned to Triple-A and react to the Cubs losing for the fifth time in the last six games. The guys also take stock of ESPN's Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniels' Top 50 Trade Deadline Targets.

The Chicago Cubs dropped the series opener on the road against the St. Louis Cardinals, but Pete Crow-Armstrong stood out with another impressive performance. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down the key moments in the loss, including missed offensive opportunities and pitching concerns. We also dive into Willson Contreras' big night against his former team and the continued impact of PCA's strong play. Join us for full postgame reaction and a look ahead to the rest of the rivalry series.

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence 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.

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.

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs In the rubber game on Sunday, the Chicago Cubs were outpowered by Cal Raleigh and the Seattle Mariners, 14-6. Seiya Suzuki had a GREAT game launching two home runs putting him over 20 for the season! On Friday, Chicago Cubs Legend Sammy Sosa returned to Wrigley Field! Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo as they discuss the series recap and Sammy's return! An ALLCITY Network Production ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports GET OUR FREE NEWSLETTER: http://www.allchgo.com/newsletter Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head tohttp://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freecubs. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Sunnyside Cannabis Dispensary: Head to https://sunnyside.shop and use code ‘HICHGO' at checkout for 50% off your first 3 online orders on our favorite brands like Cresco, Good News, & more to elevate your first purchase! Sunnyside* Cannabis Dispensary -Bright buys, every day. Only for 21+ or IL medical card holders Use code chgocubs50 to get 50% OFF your first Factor box and free wellness shots for life with any active subscription at https://FACTORMEALS.com/chgocubs50 Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you're all set. #ad Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. 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. #Cubs #ChicagoCubs #FlyTheW #VibeWithUs

In the Best of the Cubs this week, Cubs star center Pete Crow-Armstrong joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss his rise to stardom and franchise legend Sammy Sosa's long-awaited return to Wrigley Field; Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to Sosa making his return to Wrigley Field; Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to discuss manager Craig Counsell's leadership and much more; and Harris and Grote discussed how Counsell's bullpen management has helped lead the Cubs to success.

Full Show -- June 20, 2025 Sammy Sosa was welcomed back to Wrigley Field today after 21 years away full 3235 Fri, 20 Jun 2025 23:04:15 +0000 tNGenjRJUc3X7G8FJNdgPU5oeJ9DbBb1 sports Spiegel & Holmes Show sports Full Show -- June 20, 2025 Sammy Sosa was welcomed back to Wrigley Field today after 21 years away Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes bring you Chicago sports talk with great opinions, guests and fun. Join Spiegel and Holmes as they discuss the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox and delve into the biggest sports storylines of the day. Recurring guests include Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson, former Bears coach Dave Wannstedt, former Bears center Olin Kreutz, Cubs manager Craig Counsell, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner and MLB Network personality Jon Morosi. Catch the show live Monday through Friday (2 p.m. - 6 p.m. CT) on 670 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports False

The Chicago Cubs couldn't quite complete a comeback vs the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday, falling in the finale. Pete Crow-Armstrong continued his MVP bid in the loss, swatting his 20th home run of the season. He becomes the youngest Cub ever to have 20 Home Runs and 20 Stolen Bases. Corey and Brendan are back in today's episode to look at some changes that Matt Shaw has made since his demotion earlier in the season. Are brighter days ahead for the rookie third baseman? Join Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller on the CHGO Cubs Related Podcast!

Game two between the Cubs and Brewers was postponed due to weather but there is still plenty to discuss! Jed Hoyer has made rounds across the media lanscape and has openly said he'd be willing to make a trade well before the deadline at the end of July. Buy or sell? Pete Crow-Armstrong continues his break out season on Monday but said he doesn't plan to participate in the Home Run Derby. Who for the Cubs would you like to see? Cody Delmendo, Kevin Wells, and Joey Christopoulos break it down on this edition of CHGO Cubs Podcast.

The Chicago Cubs are reportedly eyeing a bold trade for Miami Marlins ace Sandy Alcántara to strengthen their rotation and fuel a postseason run. With the Cubs in the thick of the playoff race, could a blockbuster deal be on the horizon? The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down what it would take to land Alcántara, how he fits into the pitching staff, and whether this move makes sense now. Don't miss the latest Cubs trade rumors, playoff projections, and expert analysis! 

The Chicago Cubs take Game 1 of their home series against the Milwaukee Brewers behind a standout performance from Pete Crow-Armstrong! PCA flashed his speed, defense, and timely hitting, while Seiya Suzuki stayed hot at the plate and Nico Hoerner delivered in key moments. Kyle Tucker also made his presence felt as the Cubs' offense continued to roll at Wrigley Field. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down the big win, PCA's breakout, and what it all means moving forward.

Did the Chicago Cubs miss a golden opportunity by not making a trade offer for Rafael Devers? The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down what a potential Devers deal could've meant for the Cubs' lineup, payroll, and playoff hopes. We dive into Chicago's current third base situation and compare it to what Devers brings to the table. Plus, how realistic was a Cubs-Red Sox trade, and what would it have cost?

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Today's word of the day is 'humans' as in robots as in umpires as in pitchers as in baseball as in MLB. What am I talking about? The new automated balls-strikes system in baseball is here in Spring Training. And Max Scherzer hates it. (11:00) FOX did the anti-ESPN this week. FOX announced its plan for 2025. And it's packed with big games and big moments. (15:45) Spring Training is here and some legends have returned. Sammy Sosa is with the Cubs! (34:30) Review: The Seed of the Sacred Fig. (37:20) Today is my birthday! (43:40) NPPOD. (46:40) The GM for the Browns still says that Myles Garrett is not being traded. Not taking calls. Not moving him. Hmm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian Ben Gleib returns to the show and they open by talking about the lack of uniformity in hotel shower valves & martini pours, the police statement about metal detectors following the Wisconsin school shooting, and how they decide whether or not an ailment gets named after the person who discovered it. Next, Jason “Mayhem” Miller reads the news including stories about Kristin Cavallari admitting on Instagram that Kevin Costner is her “forever crush”, Netflix rethinking their one-year parental leave after too many workers take year off, Luigi Mangione's grandmother reportedly leaving family members millions provided they didn't commit crimes, and the Duke lacrosse accuser admitting that she lied about being raped. For more with Ben Gleib: ● PODCAST: Last Week on Earth w/ Ben Gleib ● NEW SPECIAL: The Mad King - Available on YouTube ● INSTAGRAM: @bengleib Thank you for supporting our sponsors: ● http://SimpliSafe.com/Adam ● RuffGreens.com, use code: Adam ● Shopify.com/Carolla ● http://OReillyAuto.com/Adam

No athlete wishes for an injury, but when Kurt Ainsworth's bad shoulder derailed his professional pitching career, it created a big opportunity. Kurt and two partners started a wooden bat company in his backyard, bringing their intimate knowledge of baseball to every bat they sold. Soon, big-name players like Sammy Sosa were swinging them, but Kurt knew they had to expand to aluminum bats to reach the wider field of non-professional players. The company faced a near death experience when the NCAA decertified its bats for being too powerful, but eventually regained its footing. In 2013, Marucci Sports was acquired for over half a billion dollars; and next year, Marucci will slide past Louisville Slugger to become the official bats of Major League Baseball. This episode was produced by Devan Schwartz with music composed by Ramtin Arablouei.It was edited by Neva Grant with research from Katherine Sypher. Our engineers were Maggie Luthar and Jimmy Keeley.You can follow HIBT on Twitter & Instagram, and email us at hibt@id.wondery.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.