NBC Washington's play-by-play voice for the Washington Wizards, Justin Kutcher joined Chico to talk about the NBA's free agency frenzy. Kutcher explains why he's perplexed by the Lakers moves, He also talks about the future of Bradley Beal in Washington, the Cavs and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Justin Kutcher ponders what the Lakers are doing and more from NBA free agency

Erik Kuselias, host at CBS Sports HQ, tells Mike "Chico" Bormann that despite a flurry of NBA free agent moves, no deals will have huge impact next season as they navigate the latest headlines in the world of sports from NBA free agency, the NFL's vaccination policy and even the Indians' transformation to the Guardians Monday night on "Chico After Dark."  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erik Kuselias says despite flurry of NBA free agent moves, no deals will have huge impact next season

Chris Manning of Fear The Sword and the Locked on Cavs podcast tells Mike "Chico" Bormann to expect a decision on Kevin Love before a trade involving Collin Sexton when discussing the Cavaliers next move after locking up Jarrett Allen to a long-term deal in the hour of free agency Monday night on "Chico After Dark." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Manning: Expect a decision on Kevin Love before a trade involving Collin Sexton

Jeff Risdon, managing editor of BrownsWire, tells Mac Robinson (filling in for Mike "Chico" Bormann) that whatever Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah gives to the Browns defense is gravy, not the main course as they discuss the latest storylines coming out of Week 1 of Training Camp and how the final 53 man roster might look Friday night on "Chico After Dark." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Risdon: Whatever Owusu-Koramoah gives to the defense is gravy, not the main course

Justin Lada, Editor in Chief and prospects reporter for Indians Baseball Insider, tells Mac Robinson (filling in for Mike "Chico" Bormann) that he still expects skipper Tito Francona to return to the Tribe next season despite his health concerns this year plus they break down the returns at the trade deadline and who could get some action down the stretch for the Indians Friday night on "Chico After Dark." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Lada still expects Tito Francona to return next season despite health concerns

Jackson Frank, NBA writer for DimeUpRoxx and BasketballNews.com, tells Mac Robinson (filling in for Mike "Chico" Bormann) that Cavaliers get their "defensive anchor" with the selection of Evan Mobley as they break down the big man's fit with the Wine and Gold Friday night on "Chico After Dark."  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jackson Frank: Cavs get their "defensive anchor" with the selection of Evan Mobley

Adam The Bull reacts to Evan Mobley coming to the Cavaliers with the 3rd pick in the NBA Draft and skipper Tito Francona stepping away from the Tribe with Mike "Chico" Bormann Thursday night on "Chico After Dark." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam The Bull reacts to Evan Mobley coming to the Cavs and Tito Francona stepping away from Tribe

Anthony Lima reacts to the Cavaliers choosing Evan Mobley at #3 in the NBA Draft as he calls in to "Chico After Dark" Thursday night with Mike "Chico" Bormann. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Lima reacts to Cavs choosing Evan Mobley at #3 with Mike "Chico" Bormann

Shotgun Spratling, USC reporter for 24/7 Sports, tells Mike "Chico" Bormann that Cleveland fans are gonna love Evan Mobley's defensive skill set as they break down what the Trojan big man will bring to the Wine and Gold next season and in years to come after being selected 3rd in the NBA Draft Thursday night on "Chico After Dark." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shotgun Spratling: Cleveland fans are gonna love Mobley's defensive skill set

Chris Manning, reporter for "Fear the Sword" and co-host of the :Locked On Cavs" podcast, tells Mike "Chico" Bormann that Evan Mobley does everything Jarrett Allen can't and might even be better than Allen at the things he does well as Chris states his case for why the Cavaliers need to take the USC big man with the 3rd pick Wednesday night on "Chico After Dark." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Manning: Evan Mobley does everything Jarrett Allen can't and might even be better than Allen at the things he does well

Former MLB All-Star 2nd baseman Bret Boone tells Mike "Chico" Bormann he thinks a trade for Kimbrel would give ChiSox a World Series caliber bullpen as they go over the latest wheelings and dealings with the MLB Trade Deadline approaching Wednesday night on "Chico After Dark." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret Boone thinks a trade for Kimbrel would give ChiSox a World Series caliber bullpen

Bill Landis of The Athletic joined Chico to talk about what's next for the BIG 10 as the SEC eyes expansion with the additions of Texas and Oklahoma. Landis doesn't think the conference needs to panic but thinks ultimately they will end up adding teams. He also explores the broader impact on college football.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Landis: I don't think the BIG 10 has to expand, but they probably will

Jay Crawford of WKYC channel 3, joined Chico for some deep insight into the Indians name change. Crawford explains that while he understands the motives behind changing the name, he think ultimately it was a massive overcorrection and that he hates to see "Indians" go.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay Crawford: Indians name change is a massive overcorrection

Rich Herrera of CBS Sports joined Chico to provide some background on what all goes into changing a team name, while also sharing his own thoughts on the Indians name change. Herrera ultimately surmises that people will get used to Guardians.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich Herrera gives some background on the legalities of changing a team name

Brad Gagnon, national writer for The Bleacher Report, tells Spencer German (filling in for Mike "Chico" Bormann) that you can't put Baker Mayfield on the same level as Lamar Allen or Josh Allen when it comes to contracts as they go over the latest headlines on the gridiron including the NFL's stance on COVID vaccinations Friday night on "Chico After Dark." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Gagnon: You can't put Baker on the same level as Lamar or Josh when it comes to contracts

Life-long Cleveland sports fan and Indians enthusiast Mike 'Chico' Bormann couldn't be more excited to be the new host for 92.3 The Fan, weeknights from 7 pm to midnight.

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