Zach Keilman joins the podcast to discuss the eventful offseason the Bulls had while they reconstructed most of the roster. Zach and I discuss where Coby White stands with the team after the addition of 3 new point guards. We also talk about how big of a boost the offense gets with the acquisition of DeMar DeRozan. Zach and I also want to tell Zach LaVine to be patient on the new contract and focus on creating a highly competitive team with his new teammates. Lastly, Zach and I give our thoughts on whether or not the Bulls can compete for the playoffs this year in the Eastern Conference. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

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What to Make of The New Look Bulls

ESPN 1000's very own John Jurkovic from "The Carmen and Jurko Show" joined the podcast today to talk about the upcoming NFL season. He shared this thoughts on the Bears' QB situation and he also expressed his concern for the defense. Since Jurko is a former player, I asked him about his thoughts on the NFL's first 17-game season and if he thought the players' disapproval of it is warranted.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Previewing the 2021 Bears With John Jurkovic

Madden 22 comes out in a few days. EA has promised and promoted many changes and additions to the long-time franchise. Will they succeed or will it be another frustrating year for fans of the series? Zach Keilman returns to the podcast to preview the game with me. We also give our thoughts on the reviews that have already come out since the game’s trial edition released last week. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Previewing Madden 22

Well, the Cubs finally done it. They traded away the most lovable core the franchise has ever had. The Golden Age is over. Ryan Walsh joins the podcast to discuss the heartbreaking trade deadline. We recap the moves and discuss whether this should have happened. We look back on all the issues that basically led up to the breakup. We also discuss the future of the team now that Jed Hoyer is in charge, and we also discuss whether Willson Contreras should receive a contract extension to become the new leader in the locker room. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Golden Age is Over for the Cubs

Drew Klawitter joins the shows and recap the eventful trade deadline the White Sox had. We discuss why we liked each of the moves the Sox made. We also talk about how the return of Eloy Jimenez and Luis Robert also feel like major acquisitions. Drew and I also talk about how ridiculous it is that the White Sox are still disrespected and forgotten about among the rest of the MLB. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The White Sox are Set Up to Win

The Blackhawks had a very eventful offseason. It was also very surprising. I had to invite Brooke LoFurno back on for this episode since last time we talked we thought the Blackhawks were done being relevant for awhile. Well....we were wrong. The Blackhawks made a lot of big moves which included trading for a Hall of Fame goaltenders, a 2-time Stanley Cup Champion, and more. Brooke and I recap all the big moves the Blackhawks made and we give our thoughts on how this new, intriguing roster can perform this upcoming season. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Blackhawks Are Fighting to Stay Relevant

Brook LoFurno joins the podcast today to talk about the Duncan Keith trade. We discuss some of our favorite memories of Keith’s 16-year career with the Blackhawks. With only 2 players remaining from the cup teams (Toews and Kane), we give our thoughts on if this is truly the end of the Blackhawks’ glory days. Lastly, we discuss what the team will look to do now with the draft and free agency quickly approaching. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Glory Days are All But Over for the Blackhawks

Jon Zaghloul from Sports Talk Chicago and WCKG joins the podcast for the first time ever to discuss the upcoming offseason for the Bulls. Jon and I give our takes on what the Bulls should do with Lauri Markkanen and Zach LaVine. Jon and I explain why we both think the Bulls need to improve at Point Guard. Lastly, we talk about the kinds of players the team should target in both the draft and free agency. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

How Aggressive Should The Bulls Be This Offseason?

Brooke LoFurno, Blackhawks contributor for The Hockey Writers, joins the show to share her final thoughts on the 2021 Blackhawks. Brooke and I then give our thoughts on which players GM Stan Bowman must re-sign and which areas the team needs to improve in later this summer in Free Agency. Lastly, Brooke and I discuss just how much an impact Jonathan Toews can provide to this team if he does return next season. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What is Next for the Blackhawks?

Legendary Chicago sports broadcaster George Ofman joins the podcast to recap the eventful draft the Bears had.  After taking a look at the draft class, specifically Justin Fields, George and I talk about what's next for the team as they prepare for training camp and beyond. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What is Next for The Bears After a Great Draft?

My good friend Drew Klawitter joins the podcast to talk about the White Sox for the first time in the 2021 season. We review an eventful, yet sluggish start to the season. We give our thoughts on Tony La Russa's management style. We talk about Carlos Rodon's sudden resurgence and the current state of the pitching staff. Drew gives his take on how the Eloy Jimenez injury affects the team, but also explains how the emergence of Yermin Mercedes may help the team out long-term. Lastly, we give our thoughts on which team will challenge the Sox for the AL Central crown this season. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What to Make of the White Sox So Far

Brooke LoFurno from TheHockeyWriters.com rejoins the show to talk about the Blackhawks' recent up and down play. We give our opinions on the recent trades GM Stan Bowman made. Brooke and I discuss what the Hawks need to do to reacquire the final playoff spot in the Central Division. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Blackhawks Are in Playoff Mode NOW

Today is April Fools' Day. What great time to talk about how every Bears fan was fooled into thinking that they would have Russell Wilson as their new QB! Zach Keilman joins the show today to talk about a rather disappointing offseason for the Bears so far. We also speculate what the Bears could do in the draft. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

April Fools Bears Fans!

The legendary George Ofman joined the podcast today to discuss his podcast, "Tell Me a Story I Don't Know". He also talked about some of his greatest memories covering Chicago sports for 47 years. George and I discuss how the broadcast industry has evolved over the years. Lastly, I had to ask George to share his thoughts on the Bears' QB situation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Broadcaster Sportlight: George Ofman

Believe it or not, the Blackhawks are exceeding my expectations so far this season. However, with plenty of work to do, can they sustain this success and make the playoffs? Joining me on this episode is Brooke LoFurno, she covers the Blackhawks for TheHockeyWriters.com. We give our analysis on the team's performance so far. The Blackhawks have a lot of new and young faces on the roster this year. Brooke and I pick our most impressive newcomers. We talk about Kevin Lankinen and his chances of becoming the #1 goalie. Lastly, we give our thoughts on if the Blackhawks can contend for a playoff spot and if that will prompt GM Stan Bowman to be active at the trade deadline in April. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Wait....The Blackhawks Are Playing Well?

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