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The Boston Red Sox kick off the second half by dropping a series to the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Joey Copponi and Scott Neville discuss where the Sox fell short in this series, monitor their panic levels, assess the potential of a Duran trade, try to project what the rest of Rafaela's season will look like, and much more! Plus, a preview of the upcoming series in Philadelphia, and much more!
Leila Rahimi and Ramie Makhlouf were joined by Cubs president of business operations Crane Kenney to discuss the booming ticket sales for the team's series against the Red Sox at Wrigley Field this weekend. He also discussed the security upgrades that have been made around Wrigley Field, paving the way for it to host the 2027 MLB All-Star Game.
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Ramie Makhlouf were joined by Cubs president of business operations Crane Kenney to discuss the booming ticket sales for the team's series against the Red Sox at Wrigley Field this weekend. He also discussed the security upgrades that have been made around Wrigley Field, paving the way for it to host the 2027 MLB All-Star Game. After that, Marquee Sports Network broadcaster Alex Cohen joined the show to preview the second half of the season for the Cubs and to discuss their need to add a starting pitcher to their rotation.
Leila Rahimi and Ramie Makhlouf previewed the Cubs-Red Sox series at Wrigley Field this weekend. They also welcomed on Cubs general manager Carter Hawkins to discuss the team's mindset as the trade deadline looms on July 31.
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Cubs and Red Sox mirror each other as organizations. The two teams will meet in a three-game series at Wrigley Field this weekend.
In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Cubs and Red Sox mirror each other as organizations. The two teams will meet in a three-game series at Wrigley Field this weekend. After that, the guys discussed the reaction to world No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler opening up about his emotions surrounding the game and the meaning of life.
This week on the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five podcast, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, we rapid-fire through the week's quirkiest retail stories. Morrison's limits colleague access to stock rooms to prevent "idling," Call Her Daddy's Alex Cooper gets booed at Wrigley Field, Nextdoor replatforms to cut cranky neighbor posts, and an AI influencer with 150K followers fools everyone at Wimbledon.
Jordan, Doink and Bayleigh recap All-Star Week in Major League Baseball, giving their respective commentary on the Home Run Derby, All-Star selection process and the game itself. Later, they talk more about Red Sox deadline targets, including but not limited to RHP Joe Ryan and 1B Josh Naylor.Lastly, the trio previews the second half for the Boston Red Sox, starting with their upcoming series at Wrigley Field against the first-place Chicago Cubs.Make sure to follow us on Twitter, @ThePeskyReport. We are officially a part of Beyond The MonsterTwitter: @BeyondtheMnstrSubstack: https://beyondthemonster.substack.com/ Intro Music: DannyEBTracks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxOQyRmgJqHji6ItvllZmYg
It's MLB All Star Week... So we are bringing back one of our very first episodes! In this special episode, we sit down with Tom Ricketts, Executive Chairman of the Chicago Cubs, for an unforgettable conversation that brings heart, history, and a whole lot of team spirit to the mic! As the 4th-ever episode of A Little Something Extra, this one hits it out of the park. We share how the Cubs' support of GiGi's Playhouse has impacted both the team and the community, from memorable moments like GiGi singing the National Anthem at Wrigley Field, to the generous support from Cubs Cares. In this episode, we explore: How the Cubs are reimagining the “Day at the Ballpark” experience The unique connection between sports and service Tom's favorite Cubs memories and players The effects of COVID And of course… a rousing rendition of Go Cubs Go! Whether you're a lifelong Cubs fan, a champion of inclusion, or someone who just loves a good behind-the-scenes story, this episode will remind you why teamwork, on and off the field, makes all the difference. Watch the video version of this episode https://www.youtube.com/@alittlesomethingextra
In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand, A&M's Chad Lusk and David Brown joined Chris and Anne to discuss: Kraft Heinz's breakup plans – The food giant is preparing to spin off a large chunk of its grocery business into a new $20 billion entity, a decade after the infamous Warren Buffett-orchestrated merger Return to office mandates – Both Starbucks and Target issued new in-person work requirements, with Starbucks mandating four days (Monday-Thursday) and Target requiring three flexible days per week Tariff-driven inflation concerns – Consumer prices rose 2.7% in June as President Trump's tariffs push up costs on furniture, clothing, and appliances, potentially impacting holiday shopping Supermarkets losing younger shoppers – Gen Z, Millennials, and Gen X increasingly favor Walmart and Aldi over traditional supermarkets, with 22% of Gen Z shoppers choosing each retailer for their most recent grocery trip Shopify sets AI boundaries – The e-commerce platform is blocking agentic AI bots from completing purchases without human review, adding new restrictions to protect merchants from unauthorized automation And AWS's Daniele Stroppa also dropped by to help us hand out a new award we are giving out each month in partnership with AWS, and we are calling it the Retail Startup of the Month – this month's winner is Bria AI, a visual generative AI platform that helps brands create compliant, on-brand content at scale. There's all that, plus discussions on AI influencers taking Wimbledon by storm, cranky Nextdoor neighbors, and whether Alex Cooper was rightly booed at Wrigley Field last week. Music by hooksounds.com #RetailNews #KraftHeinzBreakup #ReturnToOffice #TariffInflation #SupermarketTrends #ShopifyAI #AgenticAI #BriaAI #RetailTech #OmniTalk #RetailPodcast #AWSTechStartup
Kourtney is joined by Cubs Field Reporter, member of the Marquee broadcast team, MLB Network and ESPN, Taylor McGregor. Taylor gives insight into Justin Turner's 200th homerun in Minnesota against the Twins and the Cubs attempt to get the baseball back for him. She discusses her recent broadcast seminar at Wrigley Field and her journey into broadcasting. She shares how is feels walking into a clubhouse after a difficult loss. Kourtney inquires about how she builds up a trust and reputation with the players, staff and their families. Taylor chats about balancing a busy schedule throughout the season and how she gets the outfits for the broadcast. Kourtney ends the episode with some fun rapid fire questions. Follow Taylor: @taylor_mcgregor Follow Holding Kourt: @holdingkourt Follow Kourt: @court_with_a_K
Murph & Markus - Hour 4: Marcus Thompson joins the show, Randy Rodriguez interview replay, & WDYTLT: The first HR Derby was held at Wrigley Field in Los AngelesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Murph & Markus - Hour 4: Marcus Thompson joins the show, Randy Rodriguez interview replay, & WDYTLT: The first HR Derby was held at Wrigley Field in Los AngelesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RUNDOWN Music history in honor of Tommy Mottola's July 14 birthday—Mitch details how Mottola signed Hall & Oates and running through each of their six No. 1 hits. The “audio clip of the week” spotlights former Cubs manager Lee Elia's legendary profanity-laden tirade at Wrigley Field after a 5–14 start in 1983. Mitch and Hotshot celebrate Seattle's sweep of first-place Detroit and reviewing the Mariners' 51–45 first-half record, good enough for a wild-card spot if the season ended today. Mitch explains why he's optimistic—his rotation is poised to string together quality starts, and an offense buoyed by hot streaks from Randy Arozarena, strong on-base work from JP Crawford, and newfound production from lower-order hitters means the club doesn't need Cal Raleigh to carry the load alone. Mariners bounce back from a blown five-run lead and near no-hitter loss in New York to sweep the AL's best Tigers, cementing a wild-card spot at the All-Star break. Mariners No-Table (Brady Farkas) unpack the unexpected selection of LSU lefty Cade Anderson (saved under slot, with a high floor) as a near-MLB-ready arm, dissect Julio Rodríguez's decision to skip the ASG before homering in each Detroit game, and express outrage that Gino Suárez (31 HRs) wasn't invited to the Home Run Derby. Mitch and Puck chat KJRn'ts Chapter 8 by commiserating over their sudden need for reading glasses and sharing a wild family dare in which Mitch finally ate an entire bowl of mushrooms after his son aced the SAT. They then catch up on life—Jason's youth baseball woes, Mitch's freshman at Arizona—and take playful shots at Jim Moore's “top sports radio hosts” rankings. In this throwback to Ep. 197 (July 5, 2022), Mitch sits down with Rhonda Smith Banchero to revisit her own collegiate battles—most memorably guarding Cheryl Swoopes—and to explore how her “tough-love” coaching shaped Paolo's rise to the No. 1 NBA draft pick. Rhonda shares the moment she bowed out of one-on-one after seventh grade, her deliberate accountability style at home, and the family's bittersweet pride as Paolo chose Duke over UW. Now that he's secured a record-setting $239 million extension, her insights on nurturing a champion feel more poignant than ever. From the news that Michael Jordan's Highland Park estate is now an Airbnb (no parties allowed) to celebrity-boxing matchups, LeBron's Beverly Hills compound, Wimbledon winners, and even the exit of Pearl Jam's longtime drummer Matt Cameron, Mitch and Hotshot pack a whirlwind of sports and pop-culture headlines into one rapid-fire segment. GUESTS Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose Podcast (Mariners on SI) Jason Puckett | Sports Broadcaster & Co-Host of the Refuse to Lose Podcast Rhonda Smith Banchero | UW Women's Basketball Legend & Mother of Paolo Banchero TABLE OF CONTENTS 0:00 | Celebrating Tommy Mottola's Birthday by Tracing His Early Role in Launching Hall & Oates and Featuring Lee Elia's Infamous Cubs Rant 23:58 | Mariners Enter All-Star Break Thick in the Wild Card Hunt on the Back of Emerging Rotation and Depth-Built Offense 42:07 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table, Brady Farkas, Resilient Road Swing, College Ace Picked at No. 1, Julio's ASG Opt-Out & Gino's Derby Snub 1:07:30 | GUEST: Jason Puckett & Mitch on Presbyopia, Mushroom Dares and Getting Snubbed in the Top-10 Radio Hosts List 1:48:05 | GUEST: Rhonda Smith Banchero, Seattle's No. 1 Pick Paolo Banchero Lands $239 M Deal—Mom Rhonda Smith on Raising an NBA Star, Facing Cheryl Swoopes, and the Duke Decision 1:54:07 | Other Stuff Segment: Golf course fight involving NHL player Nick Tarnaski at Alberta Springs, Jeopardy-style home run question and Gino Suarez's All-Star Derby snub, Adrian Peterson celebrity boxing bout vs. Joe Castaneda, Cal Raleigh's special Home Run Derby bats (including Seattle Supersonics tribute), Airbnb listing for Michael Jordan's former Highland Park home, return of John Tesh's “Roundball Rock” NBA theme on NBC, John Elway cart accident clearance, LeBron James's Beverly Hills mansion construction update, Wimbledon champions Iga Swiatek and Jannik Sinner comebacks, Ben Shelton's match and Trinity Rodman misidentification, Auburn's DeAngelo Barber marijuana arrest and drug law commentary, speculation about Tom Brady's next girlfriend, Matt Cameron departing Pearl Jam after 27 years, Lorenzo Lamas filing for sixth divorce, Alan G. Hassenfeld and Hasbro legacy, NFL left tackle Luis Sharpe profile, Utah Jazz coach/GM Frank Layden profile, global debt hitting a record $324 trillion, Texas judge vs. defendant's “World's best farter” shirt, TSA “swamp crotch” alarm warnings, dispersal of flies to combat flesh-eating maggots, and Hall & Oates mention with Darryl's House show.
The Cubs are having a good season. They've got three all-stars, one of the best offenses in baseball, and are leading their division. While Cubs fans are rejoicing, host and lifelong Sox fan Jacoby Cochran has done his best to ignore the hype. But he just can't any more. Jacoby and social media manager Rick Homuth head to Wrigley Field to hear directly from fans about why it's worth making the trip. Good News: White Sox ‘05 Reunion Weekend Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter. Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about a crime-drama about John Wayne Gacy’s story coming to Peacock and why people continue to recreate these kinds of stories. They also voice their opinions concerning whether or not celebrities should sing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” at Wrigley Field.
It's that time of year. Cubs officials are simultaneously preparing for the 2025 MLB Draft and the July 31 trade deadline. For insights and perspective on what's going on behind the scenes at Wrigley Field, pay attention to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer, who sits down for a wide-ranging Q&A with The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney. It's a must-listen interview that gets into the dynamics within the trade market, what the Cubs are looking for right now, the calculus around Kyle Tucker, Craig Counsell's influence and much more.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
MUSICPearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron announced he's leaving the band. Fall Out Boy will return to the road this week without guitarist Joe Trohman. TVA kids' version of Lego Masters is coming to Fox. Some Richard Simmons memorabilia is hitting the auction block, including bedazzled tank tops. Bonhams Auction House in Los Angeles says it's auctioning off over 200 of the famous fitness instructor's personal items -- bedazzled tank tops and branded VHS tapes to memorabilia from his workout empire. The collection celebrates Simmons' four-decade legacy. TV TONIGHT: The documentary "Simple Plan: The Kids in the Crowd" on Amazon. It includes archived footage and access to their sold out 2024 world tour MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:Denise Richards's husband, Aaron Phypers, has filed for divorce after six years of marriage — and only months after the couple claimed they would never head down that path. Hot Wheels is getting a live-action movie. After earning $515 million at the box office in around one month, Universal's live-action version of 'How To Train Your Dragon' will begin streaming on Premium Video on Demand on July 15th. Scarlett Johansson's role in Jurassic World Rebirth has set a new global box office record, making her the world's highest-grossing lead actor. SOCIALTikTok is developing a US version of its app that will be available on September 5th to require with the government's demands to divest from its Chinese-owned company or face a ban. PODCASTChicago Cubs fans were not vibing with Alex Cooper's rendition of "Take Me Out To The Ballgame" on Sunday night at Wrigley Field. AND FINALLYBuzzfeed put out a list of celebrities with famous parents, and I want to play a game called ‘Nepo Baby or Normie' to see if you can guess who has famous parents or not.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes got into a heated debate about who was responsible for "Call Her Daddy" podcast host Alex Cooper's bizarre rendition of "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" at Wrigley Field on Sunday evening. They also took calls from listeners on the topic.
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes got into a heated debate about who was responsible for "Call Her Daddy" podcast host Alex Cooper's bizarre rendition of "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" at Wrigley Field on Sunday evening.
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes took calls about the sanctity of the seventh-inning stretch at Wrigley Field, and one caller got choked up about the dream of performing it himself.
The Cubs put on a great show over the holiday weekend, dominating the Cardinals on the Fourth of July and “Sunday Night Baseball.” The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney compare their notes from Wrigley Field, sharing the latest on the club's ideas for the trade deadline and beyond. Plus more on how the Cubs will navigate Jameson Taillon's injury and why Matthew Boyd is such a deserving All-Star.Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
We dive into the St. Louis Cardinals' disappointing series loss to the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. We break down the historically rough outings from pitchers Miles Mikolas and Erick Fedde, who struggled mightily against a red-hot Cubs lineup. Mikolas made unwanted history, becoming the first Cardinals pitcher to allow six home runs in a single game, while Fedde's recent starts have raised concerns about his role in the rotation. We analyze what went wrong, discuss the team's ongoing challenges against left-handed pitching, and explore what this series means for the Cardinals' NL Central hopes. Plus, we look ahead to potential roster moves as the trade deadline approaches.
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Wendy Snyder, (in for Bob Sirott) to provide the latest news in entertainment. Wendy and Dean share highlights from Ozzy Osbourne’s final live performance and remembering his performance ay Wrigley Field. They also talk about the weekend box office numbers, reactions about Michael Madsen’s death, why Kelly Clarkson […]
On this episode of Sports on a Sunday Morning, Tom Ackerman starts with a wide-angle look at the Cardinals' post-2015 struggles and rivalry with the Cubs, then recaps their 11–3 loss on July 4 at Wrigley Field, a game highlighted by the Cubs' franchise-record eight home runs. Next up, Brad Keselowski and Kyle Larson join the show to share insights on racing at Worldwide Technology Raceway. Chris Blair previews the upcoming Enjoy Illinois 300 and the Confluence Music Festival, which blends motorsports with music, food, and fan engagement. To wrap up, Tom plays audio from Blues GM Doug Armstrong on the team's aggressive offseason. Armstrong explains the trade for right-shot defenseman Logan Mailloux (acquired from Montreal in exchange for winger Zack Bolduc), the signings of veteran forwards Nick Bjugstad and Matt Luff, and placing veteran defenseman Nick Leddy on waivers all part of a strategy to boost defensive depth, manage the $5 M salary cap (potentially rising), and build around younger talent
Studzinski: Evan Altman reacts to Cubs placing Jameson Taillon on 15-day injured list (Hour 1) full In the first hour, Adam Studzinski broke down the Cubs sweep of the Guardians last night at Wrigley Field, then reacted to the breaking news that Jameson Taillon is being placed on the 15 day IL, as he also brought in Evan Altman from Cubsinsider.com to react to the news. 2792 Fri, 04 Jul 2025 18:00:00 +0000 PB2vSm2VOBMjukANXee3PjOrxLwzXqci sports Best of 670 The Score sports Studzinski: Evan Altman reacts to Cubs placing Jameson Taillon on 15-day injured list (Hour 1) Best of the Score brings listeners the best interviews, segments, bits and highlights of the station's many shows, including Mully & Haugh, Bernstein & Harris and Spiegel & Holmes. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Tribune writer Meghan Montemurro to discuss the Cubs earning back-to-back wins against the Guardians and to preview the upcoming series against the Cardinals, which begins Friday at Wrigley Field.
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed the miscommunication between Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and third-base coach Quintin Berry that led to Crow-Armstrong being tagged out after overrunning third base on an RBI triple in Chicago's 5-4 win against Cleveland on Wednesday at Wrigley Field.
Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 5-4 win against the Guardians on Wednesday at Wrigley Field. Later, they discussed the miscommunication between Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and third-base coach Quintin Berry that led to Crow-Armstrong being tagged out after overrunning third base on an RBI triple in the Cubs' win Wednesday.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Cubs Radio color analyst Ron Coomer to discuss the team's 5-4 win against the Guardians on Wednesday and more.
The Cubs beat the Guardians 5-4 at Wrigley Field on Wednesday night in come-from-behind fashion, but that was almost secondary to the news that Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker were voted National League All-Star Game starters. Andy Martínez recaps the historic news for the duo and why it's an organizational win for Crow-Armstrong's selection, plus he previews Cade Horton's outing Thursday as the Cubs look for a sweep.
Brad Thompson previews this holiday weekend's critical Cardinals-Cubs showdown at Wrigley Field.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris broke down the Cubs' 5-2 win against the Guardians on Tuesday at Wrigley Field.
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 5-2 win against the Guardians on Tuesday at Wrigley Field. After that, they debated whether the Cubs will be in the mix if star outfielder Kyle Tucker commands a $600-million contract in free agency.
Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the Cubs' mindset on the trade market and their 5-2 win against the Guardians on Tuesday. He also discussed the latest White Sox storylines.
At the beginning of July, the Cubs are in a prime position to add at the trade deadline. Jed Hoyer, the club's president of baseball operations, confirmed his front office is fully confident the resources will be there for significant midseason acquisitions. The Kyle Tucker situation is a little more complicated, which adds to the sense of urgency this season. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney break it all down with the latest insights from Wrigley Field.Go to harrys.com/FOUL for a $6 Trial Set. Get an edge on your shave with Harry's.Buy or sell your next car today at CarGurus.com and make sure your big deal is the best deal. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Guardians radio play-by-play announcer Tom Hamilton to preview the club's three-game series against the Cubs at Wrigley Field.
In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Bulls have approached guard Josh Giddey's restricted free agency and explained why his game frustrates them. After that, Guardians radio play-by-play announcer Tom Hamilton joined the show to preview the club's three-game series against the Cubs at Wrigley Field.
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by previewing the Cubs-Guardians series, which starts Tuesday evening at Wrigley Field. After that, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the show to discuss his recent power surge at the plate and much more.
Gina Bolger, Chief Marketing Officer and fourth-generation family member of Home Run Inn Pizza, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the new Chi-Town Pizza that can be found Tuesday, July 1 through Sunday, July 6 at the Wrigley Field during Cubs games.
Post-Dispatch podcasts page: https://go.stltoday.com/0hfn43 Please consider subscribing: https://go.stltoday.com/9aigz5 After his barehanded play on a slow-rolling grounder ended Tuesday night's game against the Cubs with a stirring, 8-7 Cardinals victory, third baseman Nolan Arenado talked about how much it meant to play meaningful, tense, important games against an archrival. He said he woke up excited, and hadn't been this eager to get to the ballpark in almost two years. A day early, Cubs manager Craig Counsell said he wouldn't be the "hype man" for the series. The oldest rivalry in Major League Baseball between two teams that have not left their cities, Cubs-Cardinals was long defined by one team's brand as champion and the other as lovable losers, but that's so Y2K, man. Now the rivalry happens in cycles, and for the first time in several years the Cardinals and Cubs were snug in the standings when they played this past week at Busch Stadium. Does that give the rivalry renewed verve, or does the change in schedule make it just another division series? Chicago Tribune baseball writer and Cubs beat writer Meghan Montemurro joins the Best Podcast in Baseball for a conversation at Busch Stadium (listen to that determined A/C) about the current state of the rivalry and if it has the same heat in Chicago that it experienced from the St. Louis side this past week. The pressure is on the Cardinals to chase down the Cubs, and the pressure on the Cubs, with only one guaranteed year of standout player Kyle Tucker, appears to be on winning and advancing in October now. How should that shape their trade deadline decisions? How can they shape the Cardinals' trade deadline decisions? Cubs president Jed Hoyer is in the final year of his contract, and Cardinals president John Mozeliak is in the final year of his tenure leading the Cardinals' baseball operations. Change is coming, potentially to both teams, adding another twist to the rivalry. Plus, BPIB host Derrick Goold, asks Montemurro about his theory that maybe instead of the National League Central rivals spurring the Cubs to spend like a bigger market it will be their neighborhoods on the South Side as the White Sox welcome in a new investor. A split four-game series at Busch Stadium between the Cardinals and Cubs left nothing settled between the two teams, and the final game of the series (a 3-0 victory and second consecutive shutout by the Cubs) ended with both teams emptying their dugouts to almost confront each on the field. Tempers cooled quickly, but the stage is set for their next week within two weeks for Fourth of July at Wrigley Field. Will there be fireworks? The Best Podcast in Baseball, in its 13th year as one of the leading baseball podcasts, is sponsored by Closets by Design of St. Louis. It is a production of StlToday.com, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, and Derrick Goold.
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.
Head to the Binny's at 7330 W North Ave (Route 64) in Elmwood Park, 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 look back at a wild weekend series at a very hot and windy Wrigley Field, Ian shares his thoughts on BABIP and a whole lot more! 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
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.
News & NotesSeattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh becomes the first catcher to reach 30 home runs before the All-Star Break with a massive weekend at Wrigley Field.Meanwhile two other top catchers – Adley Rutschman and Ivan Herrera – were sent to the IL while Francisco Alvarez was demoted to AAA. Where should fantasy managers look for production behind the plate?Boston Red Sox infielder Kristian Campbell also got demoted to AAA after a rough May and June, where he'll be working at first base. Scott tells listeners whether or not Campbell is worth stashing in fantasy formats.Scott's Top 150 Hitters ListShould fantasy managers be worried about Mookie Betts? Scott discusses why he dropped the Dodgers shortstop in his rankings this week. Meanwhile in the LA outfield, Andy Pages is looking better and better as the season progresses. Have we seen his ceiling already or could there be more to his game? Brett rolls solo and does his best to invoke Scott's sage wisdom as he navigates the risers and fallers of the Top 150 Hitters List this week. 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
On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Jim Moore, the Go-2-Guy. They start off Monday's show debating the best sports columnist in Seattle Sports history and their love affair with John McGrath, a long time columnist for the Tacoma News-Tribune. They also discuss the dominating season for Cal Raleigh. They eat some humble pie on their comments about Donovan Solano from Friday's show. Jim starts his new job as a golf marshal and is struggling with his responsibilities. Sonics fans had their worst nightmare come true on Sunday, but Puck wasn't that upset. Pac-12 has a new media deal, but the particulars are limited. After Jim leaves the show, Puck is joined by Bill Kruger, host of the Old School Baseball podcast. You can follow Bill on twitter @oldschool_MLB for his daily videos on the Mariners. Bill describes what it's like playing at Wrigley Field in those blustery conditions and how it affects the pitchers. Bill wants to see more from George Kirby, especially with his changeup. Cal Raleigh is a machine and Puck and Bill marvel at what he's doing at the plate and behind it. The Mariners offense continues to be one of the best offenses on the road, why is it so different than at home?Puck gives a quick plug on an upcoming interview with former MLB player Travis Snider before he wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!” (1:00) Puck and Jim (58:10) Bill Krueger, Old School Baseball (1:26:26) “Hey, What the Puck!?”
Munaf Manji and Griffin Warner break down MLB Saturday from a betting perspective. They open by focusing on the early matchup between the Tigers and Rays. Both lean toward Tampa Bay, highlighting Ryan Pepio's strong recent form—3.11 ERA over 15 starts and 11 strikeouts in his last outing. Pepio's underappreciated market value and Detroit's surprising top MLB record are discussed, with consensus on Rays at -120. For Orioles vs Yankees, Clark Schmidt is praised for allowing only three earned runs across four recent starts. Zach Eflin, although historically solid against the Yankees, struggled in his last outing. Both lean toward Orioles as underdogs and prefer the under 9.5 total due to Yankee Stadium's scoring tendencies. In Reds vs Cardinals, Sonny Gray's strong home record (5-1, 2.85 ERA) contrasts with his struggles against Cincinnati (4.70 ERA). Without a Reds starter listed, Griffin leans toward the Reds due to line inflation. Munaf might back St. Louis if run line odds are favorable. Seattle at Chicago is discussed with attention to wind's effect at Wrigley Field. Emerson Hancock has pitched well recently, but the Mariners lost his last four starts due to poor run support. Cade Horton's 2.70 ERA at home is noted. Both hosts await wind direction before betting, with a potential over expected. In Milwaukee vs Minnesota, Quintana's inconsistency and walk rate are flagged, while Richardson is labeled a weak rotation fill-in. Despite concerns, both see value in Brewers at plus money. For White Sox vs Blue Jays, Berríos' strong history against Chicago (14-6, 3.16 ERA) supports Munaf's best bet: Jays -1.5 run line at -105. Griffin notes the White Sox's poor weekend performances and questions their motivation. Rangers vs Pirates features concerns around Kumar Rocker's splits (15.09 ERA on road) and Mitch Keller's unreliable late innings. Despite bad offenses, both expect a high-scoring game. The Braves visit the Marlins in a matchup where Grant Holmes is riding a 15-strikeout game. Yuri Perez has struggled mightily vs Atlanta. Both favor a Braves team total over as their offense heats up. Kansas City faces San Diego with Dylan Cease showing volatility. Royals are praised for recent form, including a sweep of Texas, and bullpen strength. Hosts lean Royals ML and under in the first five innings. Mets vs Phillies highlights Griffin Canning's struggles—10 earned runs in his last two outings—against Mick Abel's potential. Philadelphia is seen as cheap at -112, with both supporting the home side. In Arizona vs Colorado, Merrill Kelly's dominance (7-0, 1.60 ERA vs Rockies since 2022) is emphasized, including a 2.03 ERA at Coors. Yet due to rising temperatures and Palmquist's late fade, they suggest betting over. Astros vs Angels is discussed with Walter's solid last start (6.2 IP, 1 ER, 9 K) and Soriano's overall reliability. However, the Angels' 1-5 record vs lefties at home tilts the pick to Astros at -110. Guardians vs A's offers little confidence. Luis Ortiz's high walk rate and Mitch Spence's Triple-A quality result in a lean toward the over and a mild interest in the A's if plus money improves. Nationals vs Dodgers sees Jake Irvin's night game struggles (5.16 ERA) and Dustin May's inconsistency. The hosts recommend Dodgers team total over or full game over. Lastly, Boston visits San Francisco with Brayan Bello consistent and Landen Roop unproven. While Giants are tough at home, the under 7.5 is the preferred angle due to low scoring projections. Griffin's best bet is Rays ML behind Pepio, while Munaf backs Berríos and Toronto on the run line. The episode closes with promo code RBI20 for a discounted betting package. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Mariners are set to play a weekend series in Chicago and Salk explains why Wrigley Field is so awesome. Then, they re-air their conversation with Daniel Jeremiah of the NFL Network to discuss Seahawks OTA's, how they can still improve the roster and more.