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Some Dylan Cease Trades That Actually Make Sense | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-11-27T18:17:15

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): When it comes to top of the rotation pitchers, it is definitely a sellers market. Tha...

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Nothing better than baseball talk on an NFL Sunday (Hour 1) from 2023-11-12T19:02:51

Matt Spiegel opened a special Hot Stove edition of Hit & Run by recapping all that has happened with the Cubs and White Sox since the season ended a few weeks ago. Spiegel has accepted the n...

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Chuck Garfien&Sahadev Sharma interviews (Hour 2) from 2023-11-12T19:00:05

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Chuck Garfien of NBC Sports Chicago to discuss the White Sox's direction under new general manager Chris Getz. Later, Sahadev Sharma of the Athleti...

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Visions of Shohei Ohtani&Jason Benetti on the PBP (Hour 3) from 2023-11-12T18:58:11

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel discussed two-way star Shohei Ohtani's free agency and asked listeners to share their dreams of Ohtani as a Chicago Cub. Later, Spiegel played back a clip from hi...

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A Postseason Special with Joe Buck | 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' from 2023-10-05T18:21:20

From 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' (subscribe here): The season finale of "The PBP: Voices of Baseball" features an in-depth conversation w...

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Bob Costas reflects on esteemed baseball broadcasting career | 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' from 2023-09-28T17:56:35

From 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' (subscribe here): In this week's episode of "The PBP: Voices of Baseball", the great Bob Costas joins Ma...

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Will Flemming Thankful for His Journey to the Bigs | 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' from 2023-09-21T19:41:59

From 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' (subscribe here): In this week's episode of "The PBP: Voices of Baseball", Boston Red Sox radio voice Wi...

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Adam Amin is as versatile as they come | 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' from 2023-09-15T17:52:45

From 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' (subscribe here): This week's episode features Adam Amin, the versatile voice of many sports on a nation...

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White Sox are a total debacle, Jordan Wicks dazzles in debut (Hour 1) from 2023-08-27T19:15:41

Matt Spiegel opened his show by diving headfirst into the White Sox's latest drama amid what was possibility the worst week in team history. Later, he broke down Cubs left-hander Jordan Wicks' i...

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David Ross explains why Ian Happ is still batting 3rd (Hour 2) from 2023-08-27T19:13:56

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel discussed Cubs left-hander Jordan Wicks' impressive MLB debut in a win Saturday. Later, Spiegel listened and reacted to Cubs manager David Ross' explanation for ...

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Live on Marquee Sports Network with Lance Brozdowski (Hour 3) from 2023-08-27T19:12:39

In the final hour, which was also simulcasted on the Marquee Sports Network, Matt Spiegel was joined by Marquee Sports analyst Lance Brozdowski to discuss Cubs left-hander Jordan Wicks' successf...

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Lee Smith&Joe Shanahan live on Marquee Sports Network (Hour 3) from 2023-08-20T21:09:06

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Hall of Famer closer Lee Smith, who shared his favorite stories about the legendary Buck O'Neil. Smith also explained how he became a closer. Later,...

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Cody Bellinger is having a fantastic season (Hour 1) from 2023-08-20T19:23:07

Matt Spiegel opened his show by recapping the recent play of the Cubs and White Sox. He also discussed Cubs center fielder/first baseman Cody Bellinger's impact on the organization and how he ha...

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A conversation with the creator of the Sleep Baseball podcast (Hour 2) from 2023-08-20T19:21:26

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel dove into the White Sox drama from this past week and shared a nugget of information from USA Today columnist Bob Nightengale on the potential changes coming to ...

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Cubs calls, a great Lin Brehmer story (Hour 4) from 2023-08-20T19:16:40

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel took more calls about the Cubs before a listener shared a fun story about late, great XRT legend Lin Brehmer. Later, Spiegel shared one of his favorite chunks of ...

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Cubs Closer Adbert Alzolay calls in live from Toronto (Hour 1) from 2023-08-13T17:27:42

In the first hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel recaps the weekend for both the Cubs and White Sox and is later joined by the Cubs closer Adbert Alzolay who discusses his journey to the closer ...

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John Dewan, Found of Baseball Info Solution joins the show (Hour 2) from 2023-08-13T17:26:22

In the second hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel was joined by John Dewan - the founder of Baseball Info Solutions and a long-time guest with former Score host Mike Murphy on The Score. 

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Live on Marquee Network with Jim Deshaies (Hour 3) from 2023-08-13T17:24:26

In the final hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel talks with Cubs tv broadcaster Jim Deshaies as we simulcast live on Marquee Network along with the airwaves of 670 The Score. Later, we hear from...

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The Cubs tie up their series with the Braves and the White Sox are still fighting...kinda (Hour 1) from 2023-08-06T19:20:06

In the first hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel shares his thoughts on the two Chicago baseball teams as the Cubs continue to make their postseason push, while the White Sox put a literal fight...

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White Sox Brawl with the Guardians&Chris Kamka interview (Hour 2) from 2023-08-06T19:18:01

In the second hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel focuses heavily on the White Sox and the story of the day after Tim Anderson and Jose Ramirez were engaged in a benches-clearing fist fight at s...

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Hit&Run - Live on the Marquee Sports Network w/ Cliff Floyd and Alex Cohen (Hour 3) from 2023-08-06T19:16:19

In the third hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel talks with Cliff Floyd of Marquee Sports Network about Ian Happ and the challenges of being a switch-hitter. Later, Spiegel discusses Cubs minor ...

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Bonus Hit&Run: Spiegel shares a clip from the PbP and talked to Charlie Morton (Hour 4) from 2023-08-06T19:14:14

In the final hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel shares his conversation with Braves starter Charlie Morton from his time in the clubhouse yesterday. Later, he plays a clip from his PbP podcast ...

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Bonus Hit&Run: James Fegan on his time covering Lucas Giolito (Hour 4) from 2023-07-30T22:53:20

In the final hour of HIt & Run, Matt Spiegel talks with James Fegan, formerly with the Athletic but covering the weekend series with Cleveland for the Sun-Times, about his time covering Luca...

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Eno Sarris and Chris Kamka Interviews (Hour 3) from 2023-07-30T22:51:13

In the third hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel talks with Eno Sarris of the Athletic and Fangraphs about Stuff+, the pitcher leaderboards he put together for the final 3rd of the season, and g...

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Spiegel takes a look at the leaderboards (Hour 2) from 2023-07-30T22:49

In the second hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel takes a look at the leaderboards this Sunday morning, Tim Anderson got his first home run of the season, and is Ronald Acuna Jr having the best ...

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The most dramatic moment in the Cubs season and the White Sox sell-off has begun (Hour 1) from 2023-07-30T22:46:36

In the first hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel recaps the weekend for the Cubs and White Sox, highlighting the insanely fun Mike Tauchman catch for the win on Friday and talks through the star...

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Chris Rose on why the White Sox can't find success (Hour 3) from 2023-07-23T23:53:09

In the third hour of Hit & Run, Gabe Ramirez talks with Chris Rose of Jomboy Media about the White Sox' lack of success despite having one of the more talented rosters in baseball. 

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Bonus Hit&Run: Tony Andracki and Pat Hughes HOF speech (Hour 4) from 2023-07-23T23:53:04

In the final hour of Hit & Run, Gabe Ramirez previews the series finale between the Cubs and Cardinals at Wrigley Field with Tony Andracki from Marquee Sports Network. Later, we hear the ent...

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Herb Lawrence is tired of the same, bad White Sox team (Hour 1) from 2023-07-23T23:49:21

In the first hour of Hit & Run, Gabe Ramirez filling in for Matt Spiegel this week recaps the weekend for the Cubs and White Sox. Later, he's joined by Herb Lawrence of CHGO White Sox who ve...

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Pat Hughes, Zach Zaidman, and Gabe Ramirez crush the 7th inning stretch on Saturday (Hour 4) from 2023-07-17T00:35:05

In the final hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel brings back part of his interview with Hall of Famer Tom Glavine on the ABS system and how the Braves have built such a strong, young roster. Lat...

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Keith Law loves Matt Shaw, thinks there's potential Jacob Gonzalez ( Hour 3) from 2023-07-17T00:32:16

In the third hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel talks with Keith Law of The Athletic about his recent MLB Draft Recap, gets his thought on the Cubs and White Sox farm systems, tells us which te...

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Chuck Garfien gives a peak behind the curtain of the White Sox postgame show ( Hour 2) from 2023-07-17T00:23:32

In the second hour of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel is joined by Chuck Garfien of NBC Sports Chicago after an exciting 6-5 win over the Braves and tells us what Ozzie Guillen was doing before Andr...

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Spiegel is thinking differently about these Cubs (Hour 1) from 2023-07-09T17:48:18

Matt Spiegel opened his show by breaking down the recent play of the Cubs and the White Sox. He then listened back to NBC Sports Chicago color analyst Steve Stone share his belief that he expect...

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Dan Evans interview (Hour 3) from 2023-07-09T17:48:12

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former White Sox executive Dan Evans, who's currently the chief operating officer of the Field of Dreams site. He was in Chicago this weekend for th...

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Jim Deshaies remembers sneaking a fastball by Bo Jackson (Hour 2) from 2023-07-09T17:45:44

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Marquee Sports Network color analyst Jim Deshaies to discuss the Cubs splitting the first two games of their series against the Yankees. Deshaies a...

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Vinnie Duber talks White Sox's up-and-down season (Hour 3) from 2023-06-11T17:44:03

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Vinnie Duber of CHGO to discuss the latest White Sox storylines, including closer Liam Hendriks landing on the injured list with right elbow inflamm...

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Marcus Stroman is seizing control of his own story (Hour 2) from 2023-06-11T17:42

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel listened to Cubs ace Marcus Stroman's recent comments in which he revealed the team has refused to engage in contract extension talks with him. Later, Spiegel to...

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Adam Amin reflects on calling Kyle Hendricks' near no-hitter (Hour 1) from 2023-06-11T17:39:10

Matt Spiegel opened his show by breaking down Cubs right-hander Kyle Hendricks' gem in a win against the Giants on Saturday, as he took a no-hitter into the eighth inning. Spiegel also discussed...

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Jason Benetti Goes Deep on the Art of Play-by-Play | 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' from 2023-06-09T09:00

From 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' (subscribe here): Jason Benetti joins Matt Spiegel for Ep. 2 of "The PBP: Voices of Baseball". Benetti, ...

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The Evolution Of Former First-Rounders Michael Kopech, Clint Frazier | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-06-07T15:39:29

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Both Michael Kopech and Clint Frazier were first-rounders, Kopech being selected with...

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Cliff Floyd live on Marquee Sports Network&Mike Tauchman interview (Hour 3) from 2023-06-04T17:34:05

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Cliff Floyd to discuss the Cubs' recent struggles and how they can turn it around. Later, Cubs outfielder Mike Tauchm...

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Travis Sawchik talks Padres new TV broadcasts being run by MLB (Hour 2) from 2023-06-04T17:32:22

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Travis Sawchik of TheScore.com to discuss how the Padres' television broadcasts have been taken over by MLB and what that could mean for the future...

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White Sox have had worst 2B group over the last decade (Hour 1) from 2023-06-04T17:30:28

Matt Spiegel opened his show by breaking down the Cubs' tough 6-0 loss to the Padres on Saturday and the White Sox's 2-1 win against the Tigers in 10 innings on a bizarre walk-off wild pitch. La...

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BONUS: Joe Buck Joins Pilot Episode of the PBP: Voices of Baseball from 2023-06-01T15:25:19

From 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' (subscribe here): In Matt Spiegel's debut of The PBP: Voices of Baseball, he is joined by a voice famili...

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Josh Nelson thinks White Sox RHP Lucas Giolito finishes season on a different team (Hour 2) from 2023-05-14T16:26:19

In the second hour, Gabe Ramirez and Marshall Harris debated who will be the biggest Chicago sports star in 2028. Later, Josh Nelson of Sox Machine joined the show to discuss the White Sox's rec...

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Kiley McDaniel tries to give White Sox fans hope about their middling farm system (Hour 1) from 2023-05-14T16:14:56

Filling in for Matt Spiegel, Gabe Ramirez and Marshall Harris opened their show by discussing the White Sox's 3-1 win against the Astros on Saturday. Even with that White Sox win, the Cubs are t...

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BONUS: Mervis Moving Up to Chicago | 'Fly The W' from 2023-05-05T21:30

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Crawly and Dustin look at the standing and all the roster moves that occurred this week, including the big news th...

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Marc Carig talks 40th anniversary of the Lee Elia rant (Hour 2) from 2023-04-30T21:22:36

In the final segment, Matt Spiegel was joined by Marc Carig of the Athletic to discuss his recent story on the 40th anniversary of former Cubs manager Lee Eila's infamous rant. Late, great Score...

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White Sox need to be relegated (Hour 1) from 2023-04-30T21:18:37

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the White Sox's dismal 10-game losing streak, which continued Saturday evening with a 12-3 setback to the Rays, who exploded for 10 runs in the seventh...

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BONUS: Previewing the Cubs' Series in Miami | 'Fly the W' from 2023-04-28T17:17

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): In this segment, Crawly talks to Alex Krutchik, host of the Marlins podcast Fish Stripes, to see what’s happening ...

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BONUS: The Smiles. The Frowns. Diving Into These Unexpected MLB Standings | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-04-24T14:06:25

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo is joined by Matt Spiegel of 670 The Score in Chicago ...

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Cubs establishing good chemistry (Hour 4) from 2023-04-23T18:14:03

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel discussed how the Cubs are establishing strong team chemistry and also shared his favorite audio cuts from second baseman Nico Hoerner and outfielder Ian Happ whe...

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Former Red Sox slugger Mo Vaughn talks hitting&Jackie Robinson (Hour 3) from 2023-04-23T18:12:51

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former Red Sox slugger Mo Vaughn, one of Spiegel's favorite players of all time. Vaughn now runs a hitting academy in Florida. He shared his thought...

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Justin Steele: Jokes are endless after Drew Smyly-Yan Gomes collision (Hour 2) from 2023-04-23T18:10:14

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel welcomed on Cubs left-hander Justin Steele to discuss his pitch mix, how he has built off his success from last year and how the clubhouse has gotten a laugh out...

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Spiegel needs to rant about the White Sox (Hour 1) from 2023-04-23T18:08:11

Matt Spiegel opened his show by ranting about the struggling White Sox and their potential demise amid a 7-14 start. Later, Spiegel lets everyone know that Hall of Fame play-by-play voice Pat Hu...

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Singles are Sexy again (Hour 1) from 2023-04-09T21:41:55

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BONUS: Crawly Interviews Former Pitcher Tim Dillard For a Brewers Lowdown | 'Fly the W' from 2023-03-30T08:49

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Crawly interviews former Brewers pitcher and current Brewers pre- and post-game analyst Tim Dillard about the Cubs...

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Nico Hoerner highlights from P&S interview, Paul Konerko is No. 4 among Spiegel's favorites (Hour 3) from 2023-03-26T17:58:42

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel listened back and reacted to his favorite parts of his recent conversation with Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner on the afternoon show earlier in the week. Later,...

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Jack McMullen loved the WBC, Trey Mancini wants you to try his family's peppers (Hour 2) from 2023-03-26T17:56:39

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Triple-A Indianapolis Indians play-by-play voice Jack McMullen to discuss his experience of covering the World Baseball Classic. Later, new Cubs de...

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Opening Day is 4 days away, but is Dylan Cease's mustache ready? (Hour 1) from 2023-03-26T17:53:19

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the roster decisions the Cubs and White Sox still face as Opening Day looms Thursday. Spiegel also wondered what mustache wax he should gift to White S...

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BONUS: Jonathan Papelbon Backing White Sox on Opening Day | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-03-24T17:28:03

A new era is upon at Baseball Isn't Boring. Betting Isn't Boring. Every Friday during the baseball season, former All-Star closer Jonathan Papelbon will join Bradfo to help make you money by tal...

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BONUS: The Stories Behind Joe Kelly’s New Book, New Pitch | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-03-20T08:59

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Joe Kelly wrote a book. "A Damn Near Perfect Game: Reclaiming...

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Mike Ferrin on WBC, Eric Hosmer on providing a veteran presence for Cubs (Hour 3) from 2023-03-19T17:25:46

In the final hour, Chris Rongey was joined by Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio to discuss Team USA's wild 9-7 win against Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals Saturday evening. ...

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LaMond Pope live from White Sox camp, Kiley McDaniel loves Oscar Colas (Hour 2) from 2023-03-19T16:51:57

In the second hour, Chris Rongey was joined by LaMond Pope of the Tribune to discuss the latest White Sox storylines from camp. Later, ESPN insider and analyst Kiley McDaniel joined the show to ...

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Meghan Montemurro shares the latest from Cubs camp (Hour 1) from 2023-03-19T16:11:05

Sitting in for Matt Spiegel this week, Chris Rongey opened his show by reacting to Team USA's wild 9-7 win against Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals Saturday evening. Rongey ...

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BONUS: The Cubs' Three Most Pressing Needs | 'Fly the W' from 2023-03-17T08:41

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Hosts Paul 'Crawly' Dzien and Dustin Rhoades analyze where the Cubs three most pressing needs stand as we get to t...

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BONUS: Chatting With Cubs Pitching Prospect Caleb Kilian | 'Fly the W' from 2023-03-13T09:16

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Superfan host Crawly and co-host Dustin Rhoades interview Cubs pitching prospect Caleb Kilian about making his Wri...

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Lance Brozdowski takes us inside the Cubs nerd cave (Hour 3) from 2023-03-12T17:34:05

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Marquee Sports Network producer and player development analyst Lance Brozdowski to discuss the "sweeper" pitch, which Cubs relievers could surprise ...

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Chuck Garfien didn't appreciate being called 'Mickey Mouse' by Don Cooper (Hour 2) from 2023-03-12T17:31:09

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Chuck Garfien of NBC Sports Chicago to discuss the latest White Sox storylines out of spring training, including shortstop Tim Anderson looking to ...

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Mike Ferrin loves the World Baseball Classic and you should too (Hour 1) from 2023-03-12T17:28:14

Matt Spiegel opened his show by sharing his belief that March Madness has come early with the World Baseball Classic. Later, Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio joined the show to break down the Wo...

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BONUS: Rich Hill Has Some Issues With a Few of These New Rules | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-03-10T10:53

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Baseball Isn't Boring Pitch Clock Correspondent Rich Hill joi...

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BONUS: Can the WBC Craziness, Personality Carry Over to an Actual Baseball Season? | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-03-09T11:05

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): The horns. The flags. The dugout celebrations. The bat flips....

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BONUS: An Unbelievably Honest Conversation With Chris Sale | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-03-08T13:02

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Chris Sale is heading into spring training as one of the most...

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BONUS: Big Ten Network Sportscaster&Journalist Dave Revsine | 'Gimme The Hot Sauce' from 2023-03-07T19:25:48

From 'Stacey King's Gimme The Hot Sauce' (subscribe here), On Today's Episode Of Stacey King's Gimme T...

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BONUS: Scherzer's Strategies Highlight The Start of Spring Training | 'Big Time Baseball' from 2023-03-06T16:33:09

From 'Big Time Baseball' (subscribe here): Hosts Tony Gwynn. Jr and Jon Heyman break down which players are off to a hot start in Spring Trai...

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Daniel Moskos wanted Hayden Wesneski from Yankees (Hour 2) from 2023-03-05T18:33:01

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Cubs assistant pitching coach Daniel Moskos to discuss his philosophy, his relationship with right-hander Hayden Wesneski and the slider. Later, Sp...

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Former White Sox organist Nancy Faust is a legend (Hour 3) from 2023-03-05T18:32:57

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by longtime White Sox organist Nancy Faust, who's featured in the new documentary "Last Comiskey." She discussed her time with the White Sox. Later, Sp...

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Baseball is back and so is Hit&Run! (Hour 1) from 2023-03-05T18:27:16

Matt Spiegel opened his first Hit & Run show of the 2023 season by discussing the uniqueness of Chicago baseball and the type of baseball town that has created over the years. Later, Spiegel...

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BONUS: Shams Charania - Senior NBA Insider for The Athletic and Stadium | 'Gimme The Hot Sauce' from 2023-03-03T18:45:54

From 'Stacey King's Gimme The Hot Sauce' (subscribe here), On Today's Episode Of Stacey King's Gimme T...

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BONUS: Buster Olney Is Back With Some Big Baseball Opinions | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-03-03T15:34:47

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Bradfo and ESPN's Buster Olney team up again for a deep dive ...

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BONUS: State of Baseball Roundtable With Joey Gallo, Alex Kirilloff and Joe Ryan | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-02-22T16:17:02

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): It was the Twins' turn to talk baseball on 'Baseball Isn't Bo...

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BONUS: Ken Rosenthal Reflects on the Year Baseball Rose From the Dead | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-02-21T16:05:39

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): One year ago, baseball was supposed to be on its deathbed. Th...

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BONUS: K.C. Johnson - Bulls Insider for NBC Sports Chicago | 'Gimme The Hot Sauce' from 2023-02-16T16:38:38

From 'Gimme The Hot Sauce' (subscribe here), On Today's Episode Of Stacey King's Gimme The Hot Sauce P...

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BONUS: Betting Isn’t Boring With Jonathan Papelbon | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-02-15T16:16:17

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Once again, Jonathan Papelbon and Bradfo are out to prove tha...

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BONUS: Sports Reporter And Host Spurs Broadcast Team Michelle Beadle | 'Gimme the Hot Sauce' from 2023-02-07T19:54:58

From 'Stacey King's Gimme The Hot Sauce' (subscribe here), On Today's Episode Of Stacey King's Gimme T...

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BONUS: Where Will Shohei Ohtani be This Time Next Year? | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-02-06T15:15:49

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): The current crop of free agents is thinned out with spring tr...

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BONUS: Actor Ellen Adair Is Fired Up for Baseball Season | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-02-01T15:49:02

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Host Rob 'Bradfo' Bradford is joined by actor Ellen Adair and...

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BONUS: WBC Central - Let’s Talk About the Greatest Baseball Tournament Ever | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-01-31T16:13:01

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): The highly-anticipated WBC Central podcast is officially here...

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BONUS: Remembering Lin Brehmer | 'Fly The W' from 2023-01-25T17:57:47

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here) - In this segment, Crawly and Dustin take some time to remember Lin Brehmer, legendary DJ for XRT Chicago and huge ...

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BONUS: Our 2023 Hall of Fame Ballots | 'Big Time Baseball' from 2023-01-25T17:48:42

From 'Big Time Baseball' (subscribe here) - Tony and Jon discuss the names on the current Hall of Fame ballot and go back and forth on which ...

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BONUS: Cole Wright Dishes on His Job and Hosting at Cubs Con | 'Fly the W' from 2023-01-20T20:54:06

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Host Paul 'Crawly' Dzien interviews Cole Wright, host of the Marquee Network, about being a Cubs fan, what goes on...

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BONUS: Winter Winners&Losers | 'Big Time Baseball' from 2023-01-18T19:29:21

From 'Big Time Baseball' (subscribe here): Hosts Jon Heyman and Tony Gwynn Jr. get together to discuss the deals everyone is talking about, i...

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BONUS: The Excellence of Jon 'Boog' Sciambi | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-01-17T18:07:17

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Boog Sciambi is among the best at what he does...broadcasting...

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BONUS: An Intriguing Cubs Con Prospects Session | 'Fly the W' from 2023-01-17T15:23:33

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Hosts Paul 'Crawly' Dzien and Dustin Rhoades discuss the Jed Hoyer and Carter Hawkins session and highlight some c...

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BONUS: Crawly Interviews Patrick Wisdom | 'Fly the W' from 2023-01-11T15:23:03

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Host Paul 'Crawly' Dzien interviews Cubs third baseman Patrick Wisdom about his 2022 season, his first Cubs Conven...

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BONUS: Crawly Interviews Tommy Birch | 'Fly the W' from 2023-01-06T18:46:45

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Host Paul "Crawly" Dzien interviews Tommy Birch of the Des Moines Register about Birch's article about five offsea...

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BONUS: Interview With Cubs Prospect Brennen Davis | 'Fly the W' from 2023-01-03T17:02:01

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Host Paul "Crawly" Dzien interviews top prospect Brennen Davis on being named two- time Cubs Minor League Player o...

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BONUS: Sitting Down With White Sox Manager Pedro Grifol | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2023-01-03T16:55:39

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Want to be sold on the chances of the 2023 White Sox? You're ...

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FANTASY LOOK: Week 17 News + Q&A Part I | 'Upper Hand Fantasy' from 2022-12-30T16:53:01

From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here), Faraz & Zach get the show started with some news around the le...

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BONUS: Jim Harbaugh the Next Broncos Coach? | '1st&Pod' from 2022-12-30T14:49:08

From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), Andrew and Zach wonder how much rust Jalen Hurts could have going into the playoff...

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+340 Dolphins, Colts&Bears Boost from 2022-12-30T14:25:12

From 'BetQL Daily Boost' (subscribe here), Kate, Lucy and Rick bring you an NFL odds boost ahead of this weekend's slate of games on the Dolphins,...

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BONUS: What's The Holdup With Correa? | 'Big Time Baseball' from 2022-12-26T20:56:39

From 'Big Time Baseball' (subscribe here): Hosts Tony Gwynn Jr. and Jon Heyman dive into the last two big dominos to fall in free agency, Dan...

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FANTASY LOOK: Week 16 Takeaways Pt. I | 'Upper Hand Fantasy' from 2022-12-26T16:46:04

From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here), Faraz & Zach share their thoughts on Tyler Allgeier & Drak...

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FANTASY LOOK: Week 16 Q&A + Underdog Draft | 'Upper Hand Fantasy' from 2022-12-24T07:51

From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here), Faraz & Zach answer some listener questions and then live draf...

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BONUS BET: Bills -8.5 @ Bears | Cash the Ticket from 2022-12-24T07:26

From 'Cash The Ticket' (subscribe here), Can the Bills finally cover more than a touchdown spread? Will Mike keep...

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BONUS: 49ers Defense Looks Like the '85 Bears | '1st&Pod' from 2022-12-23T18:24:06

From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), The guys discuss if the Patriots can recover from last week's horrendous loss by b...

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BONUS: The Cubs Introduce Dansby Swanson | 'Fly The W' from 2022-12-23T18:17:23

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Hosts Paul "Crawly" Dzien and Dustin Rhoades talk about the press conference the Cubs held to introduced their big...

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BONUS: Lions&49ers Gaining Momentum | 'In the Huddle' from 2022-12-22T20:58:17

From 'In The Huddle' (subscribe here), Carl and Baldy go through the list of teams who are getting hot at the right...

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FANTASY LOOK: Week 16 TE Rankings | 'Upper Hand Fantasy' from 2022-12-22T19:55:59

From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here), Faraz & Zach discuss their tight end rankings for Week 16, inc...

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BONUS: Justin Fields keeps doing special things | 'Take The North' from 2022-12-20T19:52:23

From 'Take The North' (subscribe here) - David Haugh and Dan Wiederer take their weekly zoom in on Justin Fields, who continues to dazzle in the...

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BONUS: Justin Fields Looks Better Than Jalen Hurts | '1st&Pod' from 2022-12-19T17:02:46

From '1st & Pod' (subscribe here), Danny is very concerned about the Chief's defense as the season starts to wind dow...

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BONUS: Who Thinks the Bears Can Keep the Game Close Against the Eagles? | Take The North from 2022-12-16T20:43:31

From 'Take The North' (subscribe here) - David Haugh, Dan Wiederer and producer Adam Studzinski give their predictions for Bears vs Eagles. Dan ...

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FANTASY BONUS: Week 15 QB Rankings | 'Upper Hand Fantasy' from 2022-12-14T19:51:42

From 'Upper Hand Fantasy' (subscribe here) - Faraz & Zach discuss their quarterback rankings for Week 15 w...

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BONUS: Jed Hoyer Is Missing | 'Fly The W' from 2022-12-13T16:44:06

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Hosts Dustin Rhoades and Paul "Crawly" Dzien discuss all the different free agent moves the Cubs aren't involved i...

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BONUS: Cubs Sign Bellinger And Taillon! | 'Fly The W' from 2022-12-08T17:38:48

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Hosts Dustin Rhoades and Paul "Crawly" Dzien discuss the big free agent moves that happened at the winter meetings...

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BONUS: Cubs Hot Stove Rumors And The GM Survey | 'Fly The W' from 2022-12-05T19:10:09

From 'Fly The W' (subscribe here), hosts Paul "Crawly" Dzien and Dustin Rhoades discuss the latest Cubs Hot Stove rumors and ESPN's recent survey of ...

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BONUS: Is It Normal To Be Mad About Abreu Leaving? | 'South Siders' from 2022-11-29T21:47:23

From 'South Siders' (subscribe here), hosts Shane Riordan and Gabe Ramirez discuss if Sox fans should be as upset as Shane is about Jose Abreu si...

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BONUS: Winter Of Discontent? | 'Fly The W' from 2022-11-29T18:43:12

From the 'Fly The W' podcast (subscribe here), hosts Paul "Crawly" Dzien and Dustin Rhoades discuss the upcoming Winter Meetings and their frustratio...

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BONUS: Pat Hughes Joins The Show | 'Fly The W' from 2022-11-22T17:47:23

From 'Fly The W' (subscribe here): host Paul 'Crawly' Dzien interviews legendary Cubs broadcaster Pat Hughes about broadcasting, the Cubs, and much m...

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BONUS: Fields the Top of His Class | '1st&Pod' from 2022-11-18T18:10:51

From the "1st & Pod" Show (Subscribe Here) - Andrew and Zach look at the close AFC East playoff race, the future of t...

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FANTASY BONUS: David Montgomery Time? | 'Upper Hand Fantasy' from 2022-11-18T16:23:37

From the "Upper Hand Fantasy" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - Faraz & Zach discuss David Montgomery's fantasy p...

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BONUS: Justin Fields is the next Jalen Hurts | 'The Best Football Show' from 2022-11-17T16:54:01

From "The Best Football Show" Podcast (Subscribe Here) - Bears' quarterback Justin Fields has started to e...

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BONUS: Interview with Cubs prospect expert Bryan Smith | 'Fly The W' from 2022-11-16T21:26:53

From the 'Fly The W' podcast (subscribe here), co-host Paul "Crawly" Dzien interviews Bryan Smith, prospect expert for Bleacher Nation, on what the R...

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BONUS: The case for the White Sox signing Jose Abreu | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2022-11-15T14:11:50

From the 'Baseball Isn't Boring' podcast (subscribe here), host Rob Bradford explores one of the more intrig...

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BONUS: Dissecting the Scott Boras Show | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2022-11-10T13:45:23

From  'Baseball Isn't Boring' (Subscribe Here): A time-honored tradition came around once again at Wednesday's GM Meetings...

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BONUS: David Ross is ready to win, recruit | 'Baseball Isn't Boring' from 2022-11-08T21:26:13

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (Subscribe Here): Chicago Cubs manager David Ross proudly wears his Baseball Isn't Boring t-s...

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Bears brought back to Earth vs Cowboys | Take The North from 2022-10-31T14:50:38

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to the Bears 49-29 loss to the Cowboys in Dallas. The loss shows us how far the Bears still have to go, as the defense was gashed all day. On the bright side, ...

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Joe Kelly Launches Our Podcast | Baseball Isn't Boring from 2022-10-27T17:49:29

Baseball isn't boring, and we have started a podcast to make sure everybody knows it. Rob 'Bradfo' Bradford and Cooper 'Coop' Leonard are joined by the man who teamed with the duo back in Januar...

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Walk This Way | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-09-28T16:19:25

Matt Spiegel reacts to Tuesday's MLB action, including Aaron Judge's four-walk night in Toronto on the cusp of history, ShaunBreen staying alive at 36 on the BTS leaderboard and more. Spiegs and...

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BTS Leaderboard Drama! | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-09-23T18:48:20

Matt Spiegel reacts to Thursday's MLB action, which included Carlos Correa & Luis Arraez helping Badco1GR get to 40 on BTS, yet Kyle Tucker failing our good friend Bunger. Plus, Spiegs and R...

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Who are the Managers of the Year? | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-09-20T18:48:31

Matt Spiegel recaps Monday across MLB, including Amed Rosario aiding the Guardians' quest for a division title and Trea Turner helping the BTS leader get to 35. Plus, Spiegs and Ryan Porth discu...

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Pujols&Judge Closing In on History | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-09-19T18:43

Ryan Porth sits in for Matt Spiegel, recapping a great weekend of baseball, which saw Albert Pujols and Aaron Judge inch closer to home run history. Plus, details on a BTS leaderboard shake-up a...

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We Are Not Invaluable | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-09-15T16:51:34

Matt Spiegel and Ryan Porth discuss the depression of knowing they won't be the ones winning the 10 grand this season on Beat the Streak. Spiegel also recaps Wednesday, which saw a lot of youngs...

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Spiegel&Porth Alive for 10 Grand...Barely | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-09-14T18:59:55

Matt Spiegel react to Tuesday's MLB action, including Aaron Judge hitting 2 more home runs in Boston and Eloy Jimenez staying hot for the Sox. Plus, BTS picks for Wednesday!

 

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Episode 17 - Equipment Doctoring&Uniforms | Unwritten from 2022-09-14T07:00

Ron & Jimmy get into spitballs, pine tar, sticky stuff and all sorts of equipment edges players try to take advantage of. What’s fair game and what’s too far?

 

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Jim Deshaies&Tommy Birch interviews (Hour 2) from 2022-09-04T18:06:27

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Jim Deshaies to discuss what to watch for from the Cubs down the stretch. Later, Tommy Birch of the Des Moines Regis...

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James Fegan interview (Hour 3) from 2022-09-04T18:04:45

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel shared his picks to win each division and to land the wild-card spots in each league. He also dreamed of the White Sox somehow finding a way to make the playoffs....

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Dylan Cease nearly throws a no-no, surprise White Sox guest (Hour 1) from 2022-09-04T16:25:03

In the final episode of Hit & Run for 2022, Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to White Sox ace Dylan Cease nearly throwing a no-hitter in a 13-0 win against the Twins on Saturday even...

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Happy Dallas Keuchel Day! | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-09-02T16:49:07

Matt Spiegel reacts to Thursday's MLB action, which featured a 30-year-old rookie staying hot in DC and some Red Sox vs. Rangers fireworks. Porth explains his strategy for the final month of the...

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Nootbaar Sounds Delicious | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-09-01T18:28:12

Matt Spiegel reacts to Wednesday around MLB, which included Joey Votto lauding Paul Goldschmidt's season in the broadcast booth and Lars Nootbaar going deep in the same game. Plus, BTS picks to ...

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BONUS: Cleveland Contact Kings | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-31T16:43:57

Matt Spiegel reacts to Tuesday's MLB action, including Corbin Carroll's hot start in the Majors and the Cleveland Contact Kings helping a new member of the BTS leaderboard. Plus, BTS picks to co...

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All Rise for 50 Home Runs! | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-30T15:38:02

Matt Spiegel recaps Monday's MLB action, which featured AL MVP candidates hitting dueling home runs in Anaheim and a Pittsburgh Prodigy putting up eye-popping Statcast numbers (again). Plus, BTS...

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Patrick Corbin Gets a Win...Wait, What? | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-29T19:38:20

Matt Spiegel reacts to a full weekend of baseball, including Corey Seager setting a career-high in Texas and Patrick Corbin (of all pitchers) ending an ugly streak for the Nationals - and hurtin...

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Howard Kellman&Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2022-08-28T17:47:45

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Indianapolis Indians broadcaster Howard Kellman as he prepares to call the Yankees-Rays game this Friday on WFAN. Later, Chris Kamka of NBC Sports C...

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Cubs optimism, Brian Garza interview (Hour 2) from 2022-08-28T17:45:20

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel shared his optimistic take on the Cubs' future and discussed Triple-A Iowa first baseman Matt Mervis' recent hitting tear. Later, Cubs director of ticket service...

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Hypothetical changes for the White Sox this offseason (Hour 1) from 2022-08-28T17:41:44

Matt Spiegel opened his show by pondering which changes the White Sox could make this offseason to put themselves in a position to compete at a higher level in 2023. Later, he took calls from Wh...

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Goldy Going for History | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-26T19:17:16

Matt Spiegel takes a look at Thursday's MLB action, including a pair of Cardinals mashing at Wrigley Field. A certain A's rookie forces Spiegel to sing. Plus, BTS picks to consider for Friday an...

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BTS Wisdom from...Thomas Paine? | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-25T17:09:08

Matt Spiegel recaps Wednesday around MLB, including Nathaniel Lowe raking in Denver and Oneil Cruz's StatCast record-breaker. Spiegs provides some wisdom from Thomas Paine to power through the r...

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Nathaniel Lowe Is Unstoppable | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-24T16:48:37

Matt Spiegel reacts to Tuesday's MLB action, including Aaron Judge going deep again in the Bronx and Nathaniel Lowe continuing his torrid stretch since the All-Star break. Plus, BTS picks to con...

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J.J. Bleday Is Fun to Say | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-23T16:53:20

Matt Spiegel recaps Monday's MLB action, including Albert Pujols closing in on an unlikely milestone and J.J. Bleday coming through in the clutch for Miami. Plus, a BTS leaderboard update and pi...

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Reunited and It Feels So Good | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-22T18:28:16

Matt Spiegel recaps the weekend, including rookies shining in Oakland and Luis Arraez letting many streakers down. Ryan Porth is back with The Porth Pick as a part of Monday's BTS picks. Plus, w...

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Dan Szymborski&Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2022-08-21T17:59:03

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Dan Szymborski of Fangraphs to discuss Cubs slugger Franmil Reyes' hot start with the team, the White Sox's continued inconsistency and more of the ...

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Greg Brown&Boog Sciambi interviews (Hour 2) from 2022-08-21T16:32:50

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Cubs hitting coach Greg Brown to discuss the team's improving offense. Later, Marquee Sports Network play-by-play announcer Boog Sciambi joined the...

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Johnny Cueto is good, Tony La Russa is still bad (Hour 1) from 2022-08-21T15:12:54

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing White Sox right-hander Johnny Cueto's gem in his team's 2-0 win against the Guardians on Saturday night. Spiegel pointed out that Cueto may start to wo...

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New Leader On The Board! | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-18T16:38:43

Spudson ends his streak with Trea Turner going 0-4 last night. Ctdaniel now the new leader sitting at a 32 streak! Matt Speigal recaps the exciting Wednesday night slate of baseball, plus BTS pi...

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Spudson's Streak Refuses To Go Down! | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-17T15:39:35

Spudson, sitting at 33 on our leaderboard yet hasn't played in a few days, should he play tonight to keep that streak going? As for Matt Spiegal, he is back to 0 as he recaps Tuesday nights game...

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Episode 13 - Rules of the Road with Ryan Dempster | Unwritten from 2022-08-17T13:33:34

Road trips, card games, plane seating, shopping and the best cities to go out in. Ron & Jimmy talk about it all and there is no better guest than Ryan Dempster to discuss the Unwritten Rules...

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Verlander against Cease? No Thank You | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-16T17:40:26

Matt Spiegal hits one of his Double A's yesterday with Ji-Man Choi! Happ hits two bombs last night and likes his odds up against JP Crawford. Hopefully Tyler will grow up and play Beat The Strea...

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This Player DEMOLISHES Gerrit Cole | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-15T18:00:19

Matt Spiegel reacts to the weekends baseball action. Ji-Man Choi has not been hot lately, but what about against Gerrit Cole? Plus, Spiegel offers a BTS leaderboard update and picks for Monday!<...

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Eno Sarris&Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2022-08-14T17:13:40

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel listened and reacted to MLB Pipeline analyst Jim Callis' comments on the latest prospect rankings -- which reflect well on the Cubs' farm system. After that, Eno ...

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Ryan Dempster interview, Spiegel agrees with La Russa? (Hour 2) from 2022-08-14T16:27:53

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel welcomed on former Cubs pitcher and current Marquee Sports Network analyst Ryan Dempster to discuss his experience at the Field of Dreams on Thursday. Later, Spi...

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The Field of Dreams delievered (Hour 1) from 2022-08-14T15:10:39

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing how the Cubs and White Sox have been playing lately after they both earned wins Saturday. Later, Spiegel shared his experience of attending the Cubs' w...

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The Goldy Catastrophe | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-10T16:38:16

Matt Spiegel reacts to Paul Goldschmidt's hitless performance from Tuesday, which wiped out close to 31% of all streakers, including Shawn36 at 43. Also, has the Padres' offense returned to form...

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Poor Patrick Corbin | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-08T15:17:04

Matt Spiegel reacts to a busy weekend around MLB, including Washington's Patrick Corbin getting lit up once again on Saturday. The BTS leader Shawn36 is now at 43, two away from the season lead!...

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Kiley McDaniel&Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2022-08-07T18:12:15

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by ESPN insider Kiley McDaniel to share his scouting reports on the Cubs' new pitching prospects and to discuss the top White Sox prospects' progressio...

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Brooks Boyer&Colin Faulkner interview (Hour 2) from 2022-08-07T18:10:05

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel welcomed on White Sox chief revenue and marketing officer Brooks Boyer and Cubs executive vice president of sales and marketing Colin Faulkner to discuss the var...

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White Sox continue to hover around .500 (Hour 1) from 2022-08-07T17:57:59

Matt Spiegel opened his show by diving into the White Sox's issues as they continue to hover around .500. Later, he discussed White Sox right-hander Dylan Cease's continued excellence, as he lis...

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It's Jose Abreu's Favorite Month | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-04T15:04:34

Matt Spiegel reacts to a busy Wednesday in Major League Baseball, including grand entrances for Brandon Drury and Trey Mancini in their new digs and Jose Abreu continuing to rake in August. How ...

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A New BTS Feature! | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-03T16:19:13

Matt Spiegel reacts to Tuesday's baseball action, including Rafael Devers' big return to the Red Sox lineup and Mookie Betts being among the many to help streakers stay alive! Plus, the guys hav...

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Breaking News: Trea Turner Is Good | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-02T16:12:19

Matt Spiegel reacts to Monday's MLB action, including Juan Soto's potentially-last home run in a Nationals uniform, Patrick Corbin being a BTS dream yet again and Trea Turner extending his perso...

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Aaron Judge is a Machine! | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-08-01T16:08:05

Ryan Porth sits in for Matt Spiegel to recap a busy baseball weekend, which featured Aaron Judge continuing to mash baseballs into oblivion and a pair of hot NL third basemen coming through on S...

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You Can Only Hope to Contain Alec Bohm - BTS Daily - 07/29/22 from 2022-07-29T19:43:07

Matt Spiegel reacts to a busy Thursday across MLB, including an Aaron Judge walk-off home run keeping the current BTS leader alive at 39! Spiegel also details his over-thinking from yesterday's ...

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Happy Senzatela and Corbin Day! | Beat The Streak Daily from 2022-07-27T16:38:56

Matt Spiegel reacts to a busy Tuesday around MLB, including a memorable day at Wrigley Field and Austin Riley continuing to mash baseballs. Spiegel also highlights an unlikely victory for a stre...

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Spiegel On a Roll! - BTS Daily - 07/25/22 from 2022-07-25T16:34:46

Matt Spiegel recaps a wild weekend across MLB, including Raimel Tapia sparking Toronto's offensive outburst in Boston and Aaron Judge staying hot. Spiegel also gives a BTS leaderboard update and...

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Cubs&White Sox talk, tribute to Minnie Miñoso from 2022-07-24T16:48:04

Matt Spiegel opened his show by recapping how the Cubs and White Sox have performed coming out of the All-Star break. He also took calls from listeners, who shared what they're looking for in th...

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Back From the Break! - BTS Daily - 07/22/22 from 2022-07-22T14:45:36

Matt Spiegel is back from the All-Star Break, raving about Thursday night's performance from Mookie Betts and providing the latest look at the BTS leaderboard. Plus, many BTS considerations for ...

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Valuable All-Star Game Odds Boost and Midsummer Classic Bets | BetQL Daily Boost from 2022-07-19T17:02:30

Nick Ashooh and Lucy Burdge celebrate the All-Star Game with an odds boost on the much-anticipated showdown from BetMGM that you won't want to miss. They also have their favorite bets for the ga...

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First Half Recap&Derby Preview - BTS Daily - 07/18/22 from 2022-07-18T17:50:24

Matt Spiegel takes a look at the State of the Streak as we enter the All-Star Break, with the new leader now sitting at 37. Spiegel also breaks down the first half of the season, what he's learn...

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Bryan Smith interview, 1st-half Chicago All-Star team (Hour 3) from 2022-07-17T19:49:40

In the final hour, Gabe Ramirez was joined by Bryan Smith of Bleacher Nation to discuss how the Cubs could use their No. 7 overall pick in the MLB amateur draft Sunday evening. He also shared an...

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Zach Krull&Keith Law interviews (Hour 2) from 2022-07-17T19:26:04

In the second hour, Gabe Ramirez was joined by Zach Krull of BetQL to discuss his favorite MLB bets of the day and which futures could be money makers. Later, Keith Law of the Athletic joined th...

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Assessing Cubs&White Sox at All-Star break, LaMond Pope interview (Hour 1) from 2022-07-17T18:54:13

Sitting in for Matt Spiegel, Gabe Ramirez opened his show by assessing the state of the Cubs and White Sox as the All-Star break is nearly upon us. How are Chicago baseball fans feeling about th...

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Shohei Ohtani is Ridiculous! - BTS Daily - 07/14/22 from 2022-07-14T16:00:27

Matt Spiegel reacts to Shohei Ohtani dominating on the mound (again) AND hitting a triple in the leadoff spot for the Angels, something that hasn't been done in the last 50 years of Angels histo...

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Sometimes, Crow Tastes Good - BTS Daily - 07/13/22 from 2022-07-13T15:06:55

Matt Spiegel reacts to Tuesday's MLB action, featuring some names never-before-mentioned on this very podcast, but were actually picked by a few streakers! Spiegs and Porth eat some crow after p...

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No "Manny Calamity" This Time in Denver - BTS Daily - 07/12/22 from 2022-07-12T16:32:21

Matt Spiegel reacts to Monday's action across MLB, including Manny Machado exacting revenge on Coors Field and a new leader taking over the BTS leaderboard. Plus, BTS considerations for Tuesday!...

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Jim Callis interview (Hour 2) from 2022-07-10T19:11:58

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline to preview the MLB amateur draft and to break down the farm systems of the Cubs and White Sox, with a focus on prospects...

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James Fox interview (Hour 1) from 2022-07-10T19:11:56

Matt Spiegel opened his show by recapping the week that was for the Cubs and White Sox. He also took calls about White Sox right-hander Johnny Cueto's excellent outing Saturday. Later, James Fox...

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Ron Coomer&Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2022-07-10T19:11:50

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer to discuss the recent profile story on him in the Sun-Times and more. Later, the "Sultan of Stat" Chris Kamka of NBC S...

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Schwabe Ruth Is Mashing! - BTS Daily - 07/06/22 from 2022-07-06T17:52:28

Matt Spiegel recaps Tuesday's MLB action, including Kyle Schwarber power surge and a pair of NL hitters finding success coming back from injury. Porth steals Spiegs' thunder with a special Daily...

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Holiday Weekend Recap - BTS Daily - 07/05/22 from 2022-07-05T14:58:15

Matt Spiegel reacts to a busy holiday weekend across MLB, including Seiya Suzuki and Julio Rodriguez continuing to impress as rookies and late-game heroics from Yordan Alvarez and Luis Arraez. S...

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Steve Greenberg, Mick Gillispie&Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2022-07-03T17:59:15

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Steve Greenberg of the Sun-Times to discuss his recent profile story on Cubs Radio broadcaster Ron Coomer. After that, Double-A Tennessee Smokies br...

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Mark Willard&Rob Bradford interviews (Hour 2) from 2022-07-03T16:55:02

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Mark Willard of 95.7 The Game to discuss the Giants, whom the White Sox defeated Friday and Saturday. Later, Rob Bradford of WEEI in Boston joined ...

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Both Cubs and White Sox go for the sweep (Hour 1) from 2022-07-03T16:52:11

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the good baseball that the Cubs and White Sox have been playing lately. Each club is going for the sweep Sunday. Later, Spiegel reacted to Red Sox righ...

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Kiyoshilotus26 Joins the Podcast - BTS Daily - 06/30/22 from 2022-06-30T18:03:43

Matt Spiegel is joined by BTS season leader Kiyoshilotus26. What was his strategy to get to 45? How closely was he following along each day? What was his reaction to the Machado Shit Show that e...

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Trea Turner Saves 37% of Streakers! - BTS Daily - 06/29/22 from 2022-06-29T14:51:51

Matt Spiegel reacts to Tuesday's MLB action, including a 9th-inning home run from Trea Turner saving 37% of streakers and Yordan Alvarez continuing to crush baseballs. Plus, BTS picks to conside...

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Goldy Continues to Rake - BTS Daily - 06/28/22 from 2022-06-28T15:47:03

Matt Spiegel reacts to Paul Goldschmidt having another big night for the Cardinals to take over the MLB lead in batting average, as well as a pair of rookies flashing their potential! Spiegs and...

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An Unexpected Change to the Daily Double A - BTS Daily - 06/27/22 from 2022-06-27T18:00:40

Matt Spiegel reacts to the baseball weekend, which featured a BTS leaderboard shake-up and Aaron Judge continuing to rack up big hits for the Yankees. Plus, Spiegs and Ryan Porth offer BTS picks...

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Chris Kamka&James Fegan interviews (Hour 3) from 2022-06-26T17:42:54

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Chris Kamka of NBC Sports Chicago to get "Kamka-Connected" with the Sultan of Stat. Later, James Fegan of the Athletic joined the show to discuss th...

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Jordan Bastian interview (Hour 2) from 2022-06-26T16:47:11

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Jordan Bastian of MLB.com to discuss how Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner is proving himself at the plate lately. He also broke down the team's recent p...

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White Sox frustration (Hour 1) from 2022-06-26T16:07:34

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to the White Sox's recent struggles and by taking calls from frustrated listeners, who seem to have had enough of manager Tony La Russa.

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Full Weekend Preview - BTS Daily - 06/24/22 from 2022-06-24T16:49:28

Matt Spiegel recaps Thursday's MLB action, including Trea Turner helping the BTS leader and Paul Goldschmidt staying hot in Milwaukee. Spiegs continues to detail his love/hate relationship with ...

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Interview with NBC Sports' Gordon Wittenmyer | Fly The W from 2022-06-24T13:31:44

Crawly talks to NBC Sports' Gordon Wittenmyer about the effect the upcoming trade deadline is having on some of the veteran players.

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Spiegs Loves This Game! - BTS Daily - 06/23/22 from 2022-06-23T13:53:13

One day after saying he hates Beat the Streak, Matt Spiegel now LOVES this game as Wednesday's Daily Double A was successful! Spiegs also recaps the action across MLB, including Austin Hays' cyc...

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Shohei Ohtani: The Unicorn - BTS Daily - 06/22/22 from 2022-06-22T18:11:26

Matt Spiegel recaps Tuesday's action around MLB, including late-game heroics from Shohei Ohtani and Luis Robert, as well as Trea Turner helping the new BTS leader get to 37! Plus, Spiegs and Rya...

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All Hail, The Landscaper! - BTS Daily - 06/21/22 from 2022-06-21T16:35:23

Matt Spiegel reacts to Monday's MLB action, including Oneil Cruz flashing his potential in Pittsburgh and Rafael Devers helping many Beat the Streakers. Plus, Spiegs and Ryan Porth make their BT...

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The Machado Shit Show! | BTS Daily - 06/20/22 from 2022-06-20T13:20

Matt Spiegel reacts to Sunday's unprecedented Beat the Streak development, as Manny Machado's 1st-inning injury ended 38% of all streaks, including EVERYONE in the Top 10. Spiegel provides the n...

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Shane Riordan interview (Hour 3) from 2022-06-19T18:09:44

In the final hour, Cody Decker welcomed on Parkins & Spiegel executive producer and South Siders podcast host Shane Riordan to discuss the state of the White Sox and where they need to impro...

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Johnny Cueto throws a gem (Hour 2) from 2022-06-19T18:08:15

In the second hour, Cody Decker broke down the White Sox's impressive 7-0 win against the Astros on Saturday and discussed how great right-hander Johnny Cueto has been for the South Siders. Late...

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Gordon Wittenmeyer interview (Hour 1) from 2022-06-19T18:05:55

Filling in for Matt Spiegel, Cody Decker opened his show by welcoming on Gordon Wittenmyer of NBC Sports Chicago to discuss the latest Cubs storylines after they earned wins against the defendin...

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BTS Daily - 06/17/22 - New BTS Season Leader! from 2022-06-17T15:44:47

Matt Spiegel discusses Kiyoshilotus26's strategy in taking over the BTS season lead at 41, following a successful double down via Boston's J.D. Martinez and Xander Bogaerts! Spiegs recaps Thursd...

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BTS Daily - 06/16/22 from 2022-06-16T17:30:09

Matt Spiegel reacts to Wednesday's action around MLB, including Shohei Ohtani's late-game dramatics in LA and a pair of Cleveland Guardians extending Kiyoshilotus26's streak to 39! Spiegs wraps ...

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BTS Daily - 06/15/22 from 2022-06-15T14:38:11

Matt Spiegel is joined by Jimmy Rollins for Part 2 of their conversation: What was it like putting together a 38-game hitting streak split between two seasons? Plus, Spiegs recaps Tuesday, inclu...

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BTS Daily - 06/14/22 - Jimmy Rollins Joins the Pod! from 2022-06-14T15:10:41

Matt Spiegel reacts to Kiyoshilotus26 extending their BTS streak to 35 on Monday night, thanks in part to Arizona's Ketel Marte. It's also Part 1 of Spiegs' conversation with former MLB All-Star...

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BTS Daily - 06/13/22 from 2022-06-13T15:24:41

Matt Spiegel recaps a busy weekend around baseball, including Giancarlo Stanton's ridiculous exit velocity and a pair of Blue Jays making the guys look good! New BTS leader "kiyoshilotus26" had ...

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Russell Dorsey interview (Hour 3) from 2022-06-12T17:31:03

In the final hour, Cody Decker welcomed on Russell Dorsey of Bally Sports to discuss the drama surrounding White Sox manager Tony La Russa lately. He also discussed the state of the Cubs as they...

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Jon Heyman interview (Hour 2) from 2022-06-12T17:29:14

In the second hour, Cody Decker was joined by Jon Heyman of the New York Post and Audacy Sports to share the national perspective of the Cubs and White Sox. He also previewed the series finale b...

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Lucas Giolito interview (Hour 1) from 2022-06-12T17:27:18

Sitting in for Matt Spiegel on Hit & Run, Cody Decker opened his show by discussing the latest Cubs, White Sox and MLB storylines. He then welcomed on good friend and White Sox right-hander ...

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BTS Daily - 06/10/22 from 2022-06-10T19:39

Matt Spiegel reacts to WestD3's streak coming to end, courtesy of Ronald Acuna's 0-for-2 night, plus other highlights from Thursday. Bet QL's Lucy Burdge joins the show to provide her BTS picks ...

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BTS Daily - 06/09/22 from 2022-06-09T15:47

Matt Spiegel reacts to Wednesday's MLB action, including Yordan Alvarez continuing to mash at the plate and the BTS leader (WestD3) standing pat once again at 40. Spiegs also has fun with the at...

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BTS Daily - 06/08/22 from 2022-06-08T16:28:29

Matt Spiegel details Tuesday's MLB action, including Aaron Judge and Rafael Devers helping WestD3 reach the 40-game plateau on Beat the Streak! Will WestD3 make a pick today or stand pat? Plus, ...

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BTS Daily - 06/07/22 from 2022-06-07T17:42:06

Matt Spiegel reacts to the headlines of Monday's MLB action, including Mike Trout ending his cold streak, Eduardo Escobar making history and the podcast's official picks (Crawford, Altuve, Marti...

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Chris Kamka and Why We Love Baseball (Hour 3) from 2022-06-05T17:39:03

In the final hour of Hit & Run, host Matt Spiegel get's Kamka-connected with NBC Sports Chicago's Chris Kamka. Later, Spiegel shares a cool story about Royals pitcher Jose Cuas who made his ...

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Scott Effross and Joe Roderick (Hour 2) from 2022-06-05T17:37:06

In the second hour of Hit & Run, host Matt Spiegel chats with Cubs reliever Scott Effross about how he started to throw with a side-arm delivery and what it was like playing college ball wit...

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Hit&Run (Hour 1) from 2022-06-05T17:35:42

Host Matt Spiegel starts the show recapping the Caleb Kilian debut for the Cubs, he and producer Sean Sears were both in attendance of the Cubs rookie's debut and share their thoughts on the atm...

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Jim DeShaies and Chris Kamka (Hour 3) from 2022-05-29T18:24:07

In the third and final hour of Hit & Run, host Matt Spiegel brings on Marquee Network color commenter Jim DeShaies to talk some Cubs and answer a few MLB Trivia questions with Spiegel. Later...

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Hit&Run (Hour 2) from 2022-05-29T18:20:35

In the second hour of Hit & Run, host Matt Spiegel shares this thoughts on the Cubs rebuild and breakdown some comments from Jon Heyman on The Show podcast with Joel Sherman, saying the Cubs...

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Ryan McGuffey Interview (Hour 1) from 2022-05-29T18:18:12

Host Matt Spiegel recaps the Cubs 5-1 win over the White Sox, breaks down the Keuchel DFA decision, and goes through some La Russa's decision making once again. Later NBC Sports Chicago Sr. Prod...

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Justin Steele (Hour 3) from 2022-05-22T18:27:13

In the final hour of Hit & Run, host Matt Spiegel talks with Cubs starter Justin Steele who is fresh of a 9 strikeout outing against the Diamondbacks this past Saturday. Plus, producer Sean ...

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Doug Glanville and Chris Emma (Hour 2) from 2022-05-22T18:25:25

In the 2nd hour of Hit & Run, host Matt Spiegel discusses the Anderson/Donaldson spat with Doug Glanville of Marquee Network and NBCS Chicago. Later, he get's Kamka-Connected with NBCS Chica...

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Anderson/Donaldson Drama (Hour 1) from 2022-05-22T15:46:39

In the 1st hour of Hit & Run, host Matt Spiegel discusses the incident involving Tim Anderson and Josh Donaldson getting into racially-charged incident. Plus, we talk more calls on tipping a...

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Jack McMullen&Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2022-05-15T17:11:44

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Triple-A Indianapolis play-by-play broadcaster Jack McMullen to discuss the top Cubs and White Sox prospects he has seen play this season. Later, Ch...

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Paul Sullivan interview (Hour 2) from 2022-05-15T16:07:30

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune to discuss Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo's return to Chicago and the hug he received from Rizzo. He also...

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White Sox bounce back (Hour 1) from 2022-05-15T15:08:27

Matt Spiegel is back on this Sunday morning, and he's fresh off a fun night at Guaranteed Rate Field, where the White Sox earned a 3-2 walk-off win against the Yankees on Saturday. Spiegel took ...

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White Sox stay hot, Vinnie Duber interview (Hour 1) from 2022-05-08T17:13:06

Sitting in for Matt Spiegel, Mark Grote opened his show by discussing the White Sox's exciting come-from-behind win against the Red Sox on Saturday and the Cubs' disappointing play in being swep...

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Kyle Glaser interview (Hour 3) from 2022-05-08T17:13:05

In the final hour, Mark Grote was joined by Baseball America writer Kyle Glaser to discuss highly regarded Cubs prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong's sensational performance to open the season and the ...

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Lucas Giolito replay, Tony Andracki interview (Hour 2) from 2022-05-08T17:13:05

In the second hour, Mark Grote and the crew replayed White Sox ace Lucas Giolito's interview on Inside the Clubhouse on Saturday. Later, Tony Andracki of the Marquee Sports Network joined the sh...

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Marcus Stroman&Yoan Moncada talk (Hour 4) from 2022-05-01T18:23:59

In a bonus 30 minutes of Hit & Run, Matt Spiegel shared his thoughts on Cubs right-hander Marcus Stroman's outlook and also an update on White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada, who starte...

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Chris Kamka interview (Hour 3) from 2022-04-18T22:28:27

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Chris Kamka of NBC Sports Chicago for his recurring segment "Get Kamka-Connected," where he shared stats and thoughts on the White Sox and Cubs.

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Bruce Levine interview (Hour 2) from 2022-04-18T22:26:15

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel welcomed on Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the latest Cubs and White Sox storylines and where he sees both teams trending after the first full week ...

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Jared Wyllys interview (Hour 1) from 2022-04-18T22:22:22

In the first hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Jared Wyllys of CHGO to discuss the Cubs and what to expect from them in 2022.

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Jordan Bastian interview (Hour 4) from 2022-04-11T10:56:15

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Jordan Bastian of MLB.com to discuss the latest Cubs storylines, including outfielder Ian Happ's hot start and the team's beanball affair with the Brew...

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James Fegan interview (Hour 3) from 2022-04-11T10:52:07

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by James Fegan of the Athletic to preview the White Sox-Tigers game in their series finale and to discuss the biggest storylines on the South Side, includ...

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Chris Kamka interview (Hour 2) from 2022-04-11T10:49:52

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel asked producer Sean Sears about his baseball bona fides. Later, Chris Kamka of NBC Sports Chicago joined the show to share tidbits on the White Sox and Cubs as well...

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Should Bears be open to trading everyone? (Hour 4) from 2021-11-01T14:07:27

Tom Thayer joined us to review the Bears' loss to the 49ers and to discuss the trade deadline. 

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Rongey: Mike Ferrin&Mark Grote interviews (Hour 3) from 2021-09-12T17:57

In the final hour after some connection issues, Chris Rongey was joined by Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio to discuss the White Sox and their outlook in the playoffs. Later, good friend and WBBM s...

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Rongey: Hub Arkush interview (Hour 2) from 2021-09-12T16:12

In the second hour, Chris Rongey changed it up on Hit&Run by welcoming on Score football expert Hub Arkush to preview the Bears-Rams game Sunday night.

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Rongey: Ryan McGuffey interview (Hour 1) from 2021-09-12T15:21

Filling in for Matt Spiegel, Chris Rongey opened Hit&Run by breaking down the White Sox's tough 9-8 loss to the Red Sox in 10 innings Saturday. Later, Ryan McGuffey of NBC Sports Chicago joined the...

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Spiegel: Kevin Goldstein interview (Hour 3) from 2021-09-05T17:36

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by FanGraphs national writer Kevin Goldstein to discuss the "what if" surrounding White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu regarding if he came to MLB sooner in...

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Spiegel: Can Tony La Russa lead the White Sox to a title? (Hour 1) from 2021-09-05T17:36

Matt Spiegel opened his show by recapping the week of Chicago baseball. After that, he explained why he's OK with Tony La Russa as the White Sox's manager and how La Russa could lead the team to a ...

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Spiegel: Fixing the Cubs with Sahadev Sharma&Ron Coomer (Hour 2) from 2021-09-05T17:35

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Sahadev Sharma of the Athletic to discuss the Cubs and who will be on the 2022 roster. After that, Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer joined the show to di...

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Spiegel: Jon Greenberg interview (Hour 4) from 2021-08-29T18:41

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Jon Greenberg of the Athletic to discuss the bleakness of these Cubs. Later, Spiegel discussed Cubs infielder Patrick Wisdom's candidacy to win the Nat...

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Spiegel: Paul Sullivan interview (Hour 3) from 2021-08-29T18:39

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Paul Sullivan of the Tribune to discuss the idea of Chicago baseball fans "switching sides" in their rooting interests. Sullivan shared a history of fa...

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Spiegel: Doug Glanville interview (Hour 2) from 2021-08-29T18:34

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel shared his 26-man "All City" roster featuring a lot of White Sox and ... some Cubs players. After that, Marquee Sports Network analyst Doug Glanville joined the sho...

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Spiegel: Bob Kendrick interview (Hour 1) from 2021-08-29T18:31

Matt Spiegel opened his show by asking the audience if the White Sox pass the "eye test" as World Series contenders, taking calls from listeners on the subject. After that, Negro Leagues Baseball M...

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Rongey: White Sox talk (Hour 4) from 2021-08-22T18:54

In the final hour, Chris Rongey discussed the latest White Sox storylines, including manager Tony La Russa admitting that he made a poor decision to remove ace reliever Craig Kimbrel in a key momen...

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Rongey: Cubs talk (Hour 3) from 2021-08-22T18:50

In the third hour, Chris Rongey discussed the latest Cubs storylines before they hosted the Royals in a series finale Sunday afternoon. After that, the crew replayed Cubs first baseman Frank Schwin...

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Rongey: Steve Stone interview (Hour 2) from 2021-08-22T17:10

In the second hour, Chris Rongey was joined by NBC Sports Chicago analyst Steve Stone to discuss the White Sox's struggles against playoff-caliber teams, left-hander Dallas Keuchel's rough stretch,...

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Rongey: Jared Wyllys interview (Hour 1) from 2021-08-22T16:51

Filling in for Matt Spiegel, Chris Rongey opened his show by discussing the Cubs and White Sox each suffering losses Saturday. Later, Jared Wyllys of MLB.com joined the show to preview the Cubs-Roy...

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Spiegel: Who should stay and who should go on the Cubs? (Hour 3) from 2021-08-15T21:39

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel discussed which Cubs on the current roster will be staying for the 2022 season.

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Spiegel: Jack McMullen interview (Hour 2) from 2021-08-15T21:38

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel discussed Red Sox left-hander Chris Sale's dominant return to action for Boston and the hole that was "in Sale's chest" for the past two years. After that, Spiegel ...

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Spiegel: Who should be White Sox's closer? (Hour 1) from 2021-08-15T21:35

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the White Sox's wild 7-5 loss to the Yankees in 10 innings Saturday night. After what he saw, Spiegel is wondering whether the the White Sox are better wi...

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Spiegel: Steve Stone interview (Hour 1) from 2021-08-08T18:27

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the White Sox winning the first two games of the Crosstown Classic against the Cubs. After that, NBC Sports Chicago analyst Steve Stone joined the show to...

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Spiegel: Sahadev Sharma interview (Hour 3) from 2021-08-08T18:26

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Sahadev Sharma of the Athletic to discuss the state of the Cubs' farm system after the team's recent flurry of trades. After that, Spiegel pondered a c...

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Spiegel: How much different is the 8th inning from the 9th? (Hour 2) from 2021-08-08T18:19

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel discussed Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo testing positive for COVID-19 and then took calls from listeners on White Sox star reliever Craig Kimbrel getting the ...

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Spiegel: Dave Stewart interview (Hour 3) from 2021-08-01T16:52

In the last hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former All-Star pitcher and three-time World Series champion Dave Stewart, who discussed his relationship with manager Tony La Russa, for whom he played...

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Spiegel: Welcome to New York, Anthony Rizzo&Javier Baez (Hour 2) from 2021-08-01T16:50

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel discussed the Cubs' trades of first baseman Anthony Rizzo to the Yankees and shortstop Javier Baez to the Mets. Each player made a strong impression in his debut fo...

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Spiegel: South Side welcomes Craig Kimbrel (Hour 1) from 2021-08-01T16:46

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to a chaotic last few days in Chicago baseball as the trade deadline came and went. As the Cubs sold the core of their 2016 championship team, the White Sox...

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Makhlouf: Scott Merkin interview (Hour 3) from 2021-07-25T19:13

In the third hour, Ramie Makhlouf was joined by Scott Merkin of MLB.com to discuss the possible moves the White Sox could make ahead of the trade deadline Friday. Later, Makhlouf took calls from Sc...

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Makhlouf: Patrick Mooney interview (Hour 2) from 2021-07-25T19:11

In the second hour, Ramie Makhlouf was joined by Patrick Mooney of the Athletic to discuss which Cubs players could be dealt ahead of the trade deadline Friday. Later, Makhlouf assessed the work of...

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Mahklouf: Will Sammon interview, Hawk Harrelson tribute (Hour 4) from 2021-07-25T19:09

In the final hour, Ramie Mahklouf was joined by Will Sammon of the Athletic to preview the Brewers-White Sox game on Sunday Night Baseball. After that, Makhlouf and the crew brought back Score audi...

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Makhlouf: Bruce Levine interview (Hour 1) from 2021-07-25T19:06

Sitting in for Matt Spiegel, Ramie Makhlouf opened his show by discussing the White Sox's needs ahead of the trade deadline Friday. After that, he took calls from listeners on the topic. Later, Sco...

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Spiegel: Clayton Richard, Andy McCullough interviews (Hour 3) from 2021-07-18T17:20

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former Cubs and White Sox pitcher Clayton Richard to discuss his career, life as a two-sports athlete and more. Later, Andy McCullough of the Athletic ...

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Spiegel: White Sox extend Lance Lynn, taking your phone calls (Hour 2) from 2021-07-18T17:16

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel reacted to the White Sox signing ace Lance Lynn to a two-year, $38-million contract extension. He also shared audio from Lynn and White Sox manager Tony La Russa on...

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Spiegel: White Sox get monkey off their backs, Willson Contreras criticism fallout (Hour 1) from 2021-07-18T17:14

Matt Spiegel opened his show by breaking down the White Sox's 10-1 win against the Astros on Saturday evening, which featured rookie infielder Jake Burger hitting his first career homer in the big ...

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Spiegel: Kevin Goldstein&Jessica Kleinschmidt interviews (Hour 3) from 2021-07-11T18:47

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel welcomed on Fangraphs writer Kevin Goldstein to preview the MLB amateur draft, which begins Sunday evening. Later, NBC Sports Bay Area reporter Jessica Kleinschmidt ...

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Spiegel: Mike Ferrin&Wayne Randazzo interviews (Hour 2) from 2021-07-11T18:36

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Diamondbacks broadcaster and MLB Network Radio host Mike Ferrin, who will be on the call for the MLB Futures Game on Sunday. After that, Spiegel disse...

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Spiegel: Willson Contreras makes candid comments, Mike Persak&Kevin Hageland interviews (Hour 1) from 2021-07-11T18:28

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson's selection to the All-Star Game. He then discussed Cubs catcher Willson Contreras' candid comments calling out his team...

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Spiegel: Jake Burger's debut (Hour 2) from 2021-07-04T16:42

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel discussed White Sox infielder Jake Burger making his MLB debut Friday. He listened to sound from Burger, teammate Gavin Sheets and general manager Rick Hahn on how ...

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Spiegel: Which players should the Cubs trade? (Hour 1) from 2021-07-04T16:40

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing how Chicago's two baseball teams need to have opposite approaches at the trade deadline. The White Sox need to buy, and the Cubs should sell. But whom sho...

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Spiegel: Ron Coomer interview (Hour 3) from 2021-06-27T17:26

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer to discuss the team's combined no-hitter in a win against the Dodgers on Thursday, closer Craig Kimbrel's success and MLB...

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Spiegel: Around the town injury update (Hour 2) from 2021-06-27T17:24

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel shared the latest Cubs and White Sox injury updates. When could their key players be back? After that, he reflected on how the first week of MLB umpires checking pi...

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Spiegel: White Sox's roster issues, Cubs upset with replay review (Hour 1) from 2021-06-27T17:19

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to rumors of the White Sox nearing an agreement to acquire Diamondbacks infielder Eduardo Escobar in a trade. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported that it ...

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Spiegel: Listeners share Father's Day stories (Hour 4) from 2021-06-20T18:50

In the last hour, Matt Spiegel took more calls from listeners who on Father's Day shared how they connect to their dads through baseball.

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Spiegel: Rick Giolito&Laurence Holmes interviews (Hour 3) from 2021-06-20T18:48

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Rick Giolito, the father of White Sox ace Lucas Giolito. They discussed Lucas' journey to the big leagues and what type of pitcher Rick envisioned his ...

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Spiegel: Mike Bryant interview, Father's Day memories (Hour 2) from 2021-06-20T18:40

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Mike Bryant, the father of Cubs star Kris Bryant. They discussed Kris' journey to MLB, how Mike went about teaching his son the game and his relations...

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Spiegel: Recapping the week of Chicago baseball, Herb Spiegel interview (Hour 1) from 2021-06-20T18:33

Matt Spiegel opened his show by recapping the Cubs and White Sox both struggling over the last few days. Later, Spiegel welcomed on his dad, Herb, for a Father's Day chat and to learn more about ho...

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Spiegel: Kevin Goldstein interview, Cubs&White Sox players keep stepping up (Hour 3) from 2021-06-13T17:03

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Kevin Goldstein of Fangraphs to discuss how teams might go about finding trade opportunities as the deadline looms July 30. Later, Spiegs shared what h...

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Spiegel: Sean Marshall interview, a new feature on Cubs' scoreboard (Hour 2) from 2021-06-13T16:08

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Sean Marshall of the Marquee Sports Network to discuss how the Cubs have managed to be so good the last couple of months despite suffering so many inj...

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Spiegel: White Sox&Cubs keep winning, Chicago team tribalism shows itself (Hour 1) from 2021-06-13T15:10

Matt Spiegel opened his show by marveling at how well the White Sox and Cubs have each weathered the storm through significant injuries. After that, a caller shared the belief that the White Sox ar...

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Spiegel: Sarah Langs interview (Hour 3) from 2021-06-06T17:34

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Sarah Langs of MLB.com to discuss Angels star Shohei Ohtani's video game statistics after he struck out 10 and walked none in his last outing. After th...

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Spiegel: Why are we bunting? (Hour 1) from 2021-06-06T17:30

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to the Cubs losing three straight to start their West Coast road trip and the White Sox remaining in first place in the AL Central while trying to put out f...

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Rongey: Russell Dorsey interview (Hour 4) from 2021-05-30T21:00

In the final hour, Chris Rongey was joined by Russell Dorsey of the Sun-Times and the Sports Adjacent podcast to discuss the latest Cubs storylines. Later, Rongey reacted to White Sox closer Liam H...

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Rongey: Mark Gonzales interview (Hour 3) from 2021-05-30T20:59

In the third hour, Chris Rongey was joined by Daily Herald contributor Mark Gonzales to discuss the latest Cubs, White Sox and MLB storylines. Rongey then shared injury updates on White Sox relieve...

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Rongey: Jim Margalus interview (Hour 2) from 2021-05-30T20:57

In the second hour, Chris Rongey was joined by Jim Margalus of Sox Machine to discuss whom the first-place White Sox could target on the trade market. After that, Rongey listened back to Cubs presi...

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Rongey: Should the Cubs keep their core? (Hour 1) from 2021-05-30T20:54

Filling in for Matt Spiegel, Chris Rongey opened his show by discussing whether the Cubs should keep their core together for the long term as they're currently riding a six-game winning streak. He ...

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Spiegel: Carlos Peña interview (Hour 3) from 2021-05-23T17:41

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel discussed the process of applying analytics to baseball and when and how they can be important. After that, MLB Network and Marquee Sports Network analyst Carlos Peñ...

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Spiegel: Ryan Theriot&Joe Roderick interviews (Hour 2) from 2021-05-23T17:38

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former MLB infielder Ryan Theriot to discuss what it was like playing for manager Tony La Russa, how La Russa may unconventionally reach his players a...

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Spiegel: Can Tony La Russa manage a bullpen? (Hour 1) from 2021-05-23T17:17

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the White Sox suffering back-to-back losses against the Yankees and how managed Tony La Russa could have better managed his bullpen Friday. After that, Sp...

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Spiegel: LaVont'e Stewart Sr. interview, Jon Lester set to return (Hour 3) from 2021-05-16T17:37

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by LaVont'e Stewart Sr., the executive director of Lost Boyz Inc. He discussed a fundraiser to send the group to Kansas City in July to visit the Negro Le...

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Spiegel: Steve Stone interview (Hour 2) from 2021-05-16T17:34

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by NBC Sports Chicago analyst Steve Stone to discuss the White Sox pitching staff's "stuff" and who has the best on the team. After that, Spiegel continu...

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Spiegel: Carlos Rodón&Craig Kimbrel struggle, Andrew Vaughn emerges (Hour 1) from 2021-05-16T17:30

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to the White Sox and Cubs both suffering losses Saturday. White Sox left-hander Carlos Rodon and Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel each finally looked mortal. After...

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Makhlouf: Mike Bryant replay (Hour 4) from 2021-05-09T18:38

In the final hour, Ramie Makhlouf replayed the interview that Mike Bryant, the father of Cubs star Kris Bryant, had on the Bernstein&Rahimi Show on Friday. Later, Makhlouf shared the Cubs' lineup f...

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Makhlouf: Mike Petriello interview (Hour 3) from 2021-05-09T17:23

In the third hour, Ramie Makhlouf was joined by Statcast writer Mike Petriello of MLB.com to discuss whether the Cubs' hot streak is sustainable and White Sox manager Tony La Russa's work early in ...

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Makhlouf: Scott Merkin interview (Hour 2) from 2021-05-09T17:19

In the second hour, Ramie Makhlouf was joined by Scott Merkin of MLB.com to discuss how the media is covering White Sox manager Tony La Russa, right-hander Michael Kopech's role and if the team's r...

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Makhlouf: Maddie Lee interview (Hour 1) from 2021-05-09T17:16

Filling in for Matt Spiegel, Ramie Makhlouf opened his show by discussing how the Cubs are pulling him back in to being invested again. Maddie Lee of NBC Sports Chicago then joined the show to disc...

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Rongey: Anthony Rizzo embarrassing Freddie Freeman (Hour 3) from 2021-05-02T17:37

In the final hour, Chris Rongey discussed Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo's strikeout of Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman in a rare pitching appearance from Rizzo on Wednesday, when Atlanta bl...

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Rongey: Jordan from Céspedes Family BBQ interview (Hour 2) from 2021-05-02T17:35

In the second hour, Chris Rongey was joined by Jordan Shusterman from Céspedes Family BBQ to discuss their project tracking the upcoming 20,000th MLB debut, which should happen sometime in May. Lat...

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Rongey: Amir Garrett vs. Cubs, Locked on Sox interview (Hour 1) from 2021-05-02T17:31

Filling in for Matt Spiegel, Chris Rongey opened his show by discussing the Cubs' anger with Reds reliever Amir Garrett's antics in their game Saturday and by reviewing the history between the side...

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Rongey: Best rivalry in baseball, are White Sox best in AL? (Hour 4) from 2021-04-25T19:03

In the final hour, Chris Rongey reacted to the fireworks in the Dodgers' win against the Padres on Saturday, as Los Angeles right-hander Trevor Bauer reacted well to San Diego star shortstop Fernan...

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Rongey: Gordon Wittenmyer interview (Hour 3) from 2021-04-25T19:02

In the third hour, Chris Rongey was joined by Gordon Wittenmyer of NBC Sports Chicago to discuss Cubs reliever Ryan Tepera getting his suspension decreased, the history of pitchers throwing at hitt...

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Rongey: James Fegan, Bruce Levine interviews (Hour 2) from 2021-04-25T19:00

In the second hour, Chris Rongey was joined by James Fegan of the Athletic to discuss White Sox right-hander Michael Kopech getting called upon to make another spot start when his team hosts the Ra...

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Rongey: Dan Szymborski interview (Hour 1) from 2021-04-25T18:37

Filling in for Matt Spiegel, Chris Rongey opened his show by reacting to the White Sox's 2-1 walk-off win against the Rangers on Saturday and Cubs manager David Ross getting ejected in his team's l...

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Spiegel: Joan Niesen interview, Bloop Hits (Hour 3) from 2021-04-18T17:25

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Joan Niesen, the host of "Crushed," a podcast from Religion of Sports and PRX. They discussed the steroids era and the state of performance-enhancing d...

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Spiegel: Casey Stern interview (Hour 2) from 2021-04-18T16:19

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Casey Stern of MLB Network Radio to discuss the latest storylines from around the league. After that, Spiegel reacted to the White Sox releasing their...

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Spiegel: Ellis Burks interview (Hour 1) from 2021-04-18T15:11

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the Cubs' offensive explosion in a win against the Braves on Sunday while also wondering if that can continue. After that, Spiegel broke down the White So...

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Spiegel: White Sox gets vaccinations, Cubs' pitching infrastructure (Hour 3) from 2021-04-11T17:08

In the only segment of the final hour, Matt Spiegel discussed news that he broke -- the overwhelming majority of the White Sox's traveling party was vaccinated earlier in the week. After that, Spie...

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Spiegel: Travis Sawchik interview (Hour 2) from 2021-04-11T17:06

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by theScore senior writer Travis Sawchik to discuss "MVP Machine," his influential book, and how he sees the future of baseball developing. Spiegel then ...

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Spiegel: Cubs' offense still struggling, Rick Hahn vs. Tony La Russa (Hour 1) from 2021-04-11T17:02

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the Cubs' offensive struggles to start the season and how they could shake up their lineup. After that, he delved into White Sox manager Tony La Russa adm...

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Spiegel: Bruce Levine, Herb Spiegel interviews (Hour 3) from 2021-04-04T17:31

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the Cubs' win Saturday and to preview their game against the Pirates on Sunday. After that, Spiegel and ...

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Spiegel: Answer Dave Brown, Herb Lawrence interviews (Hour 2) from 2021-04-04T17:25

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by "Answer Dave" Brown of the Midway Minute to discuss White Sox rookie Yermín Mercedes' historic start and Cubs right-hander Jake Arrieta's strong perfo...

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Spiegel: The Yermínator rises (Hour 1) from 2021-04-04T16:48

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to White Sox rookie Yermín Mercedes making history by starting the season with eight consecutive hits. Spiegel then discussed Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel's st...

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Spiegel: Eno Sarris interview, 2021 MLB predictions (Hour 3) from 2021-03-28T17:28

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Eno Sarris of the Athletic to discuss how the return of in-game video will affect hitters like Javier Baez, Christian Yelich and J.D. Martinez. After t...

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Spiegel: Fallout from Eloy Jimenez's injury, Cubs roster takes shape (Hour 1) from 2021-03-28T16:13

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing White Sox left fielder Eloy Jimenez's significant pectoral injury and how it will affect the team. After that, he discussed how the Cubs' roster is taking...

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Spiegel: Jason Benetti, Shelby Miller interviews (Hour 3) from 2021-03-21T17:14:45

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel welcomes on White Sox TV Play-by-Play Announcer, Jason Benetti to talk about his experience calling major NCAA Tournament upsets and the 2021 White Sox. After, Andre...

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Spiegel: Kevin Goldstein, Bruce Levine interviews (Hour 2) from 2021-03-21T17:10:17

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel welcomed on FanGraphs Kevin Goldstein to talk about the MLB rule changes, scouting Jose Abreu, and Joc Pederson's role with the Cubs in 2021. After, Matt shares som...

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Spiegel: Top Cubs/White Sox Storylines for 2021 (Hour 1) from 2021-03-21T17:07:35

In hour one, Matt Spiegel talks about the top storylines for the Cubs and White Sox in 2021. Throughout the hour he takes your calls on the White Sox bullpen and if the Cubs "prove-it" year radiate...

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Spiegel: Spread love, Carlton Fisk replay (Hour 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the protesting that took place in Chicago on Saturday. He then shifted the conversation to baseball, breaking down the latest in the labor negotiations be...

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Spiegel: Ben Zobrist press conference highlights, Cubs' handling of players (Hour 4) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel brought back the highlights of Cubs veteran utilityman Ben Zobrist's press conference discussing his return to the team. Later, Spiegel took calls from listeners and...

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Spiegel: Bruce Levine interview, Players' Weekend uniforms (Hour 4) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Score baseball expert Bruce Levine live from Wrigley Field to preview the Cubs-Nationals contest and provide an update on first baseman Anthony Rizzo's...

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Spiegel: Bonus Boyer & Faulkner, Wayne Randazzo interview (Hour 3) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel conducted an extra segment with sales and marketing bosses Brooks Boyer of the White Sox and Colin Faulkner of the Cubs. Mets broadcaster Wayne Randazzo then joined ...

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Spiegel: Brooks Boyer & Colin Faulkner in studio (Hour 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined in studio by Brooks Boyer of the White Sox and Colin Faulkner of the Cubs. Each of them is the senior vice president of sales and marketing for their res...

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Spiegel: Cubs reaction, Chris Kamka interview (Hour 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the Cubs' 7-2 loss against the Nationals at Wrigley Field on Saturday afternoon, including what was a frustrating strike zone that cost Chicago outfielder...

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Spiegel: Steve Albini in studio, Jon Lester's evolution (Hour 3) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel kept musician Steve Albini around for an extra segment and even gave you a coffee recipe. Spiegel then dove into the evolution of aging Cubs left-hander Jon Lester a...

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Spiegel: Steve Albini in studio (Hour 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined in studio by musician Steve Albini to discuss his vast love and knowledge of baseball, his illustrious career that includes his work as a record producer...

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Spiegel: Cubs win on the road, Chris Kamka interview (Hour 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the Cubs' 2-0 win against the Pirates on the road Saturday, reliever Tyler Chatwood finally getting used in a high-leverage situation, Jack White playing ...

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Spiegel: Cubs' bullpen, White Sox's rebuild (Hour 3) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel discussed the Cubs' current bullpen situation and the White Sox's approach in their rebuild, including their recent trading away of international slot money.

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Spiegel: Entertaining callers, Danny Farquhar interview (Hour 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel discussed how it takes a different mentality to bat leadoff before taking some entertaining calls on the Cubs and White Sox. Later, former MLB pitcher and new White...

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Spiegel: Aristides Aquino's big night vs. Cubs, Chris Kamka interview (Hour 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing Reds rookie Aristides Aquino big three-homer game in a 10-1 win against the Cubs on Saturday. Spiegel then took calls on the Cubs and White Sox and was la...

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Spiegel: Bruce Levine on the Cubs and Sox (Hour 4) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the final hour of hit and run, Matt Spiegel was joined by Score baseball reporter Bruce Levine and discussed Ben Zobrist pending return to the Cubs, previewed the week ahead for both the Cubs an...

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Spiegel: Jim Deshaies, Dan Evans interviews (Hour 3) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Cubs television color analyst Jim Deshaies to discuss the team's recent play. Later, former White Sox assistant general manager/director of baseball op...

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Spiegel: Sahadev Sharma interview, checking in on White Sox prospects (Hour 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Sahadev Sharma of the Athletics to discuss his article about how pitchers are attacking Cubs hitters. Later, Spiegel provided an update on the White S...

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Spiegel: Rick Renteria's managerial struggles, Eloy Jimenez's defense (Hour 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the White Sox's 7-1 loss to the Indians on Saturday and manager Rick Renteria's poor decision-making, as he turned to right-hander Drew Anderson in the th...

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Spiegel: Peter Gammons interview (Hour 3) from 2020-10-04T17:55

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Peter Gammons of the Athletics to discuss the Cubs and White Sox both being eliminated in the wild-card round. They also discussed what lies ahead in C...

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Spiegel: 20 best Chicago baseball moments in 2020, Cubs have decisions to make (Hour 2) from 2020-10-04T17:52

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel held a beautiful tribute by sharing the 20 best moments of the season for the Cubs and White Sox in 2020. Both clubs had some historic moments. Later, Spiegel took ...

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Spiegel: Steve Stone interview, White Sox season in review (Hour 1) from 2020-10-04T17:48

Matt Spiegel opened his show by welcoming on White Sox television analyst Steve Stone to reflect on the team's breakout season that ended in disappointment with a loss to the Athletics in the wild-...

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Spiegel: Jason Benetti interview (Hour 1) from 2020-09-26T22:46

Matt Spiegel opened his show by breaking down the Cubs' 10-0 win against the White Sox on Friday night. He then discussed whether the White Sox were hypocritical when reliever Jimmy Cordero hit Cub...

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Spiegel: Should Rick Renteria be on the hot seat? (Hour 2) from 2020-09-26T22:44

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel broke down White Sox manager Rick Renteria's questionable decisions in the past week and addressed those who have called for him to be fired. Is Renteria the White ...

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Spiegel: Vida Blue, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-09-06T17:29

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by 1971 American League MVP and Cy Young winner Vida Blue to discuss why he chose baseball over football in high school, his experience at the All-Star Ga...

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Spiegel: Tom Fornelli, Joe Roderick interviews (Hour 2) from 2020-09-06T17:27

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Tom Fornelli of CBS Sports to discuss the White Sox's strong play and their lack of rotation depth behind Lucas Giolito and Dallas Keuchel. Spiegel th...

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Spiegel: Red-hot White Sox, comfortable Cubs (Hour 1) from 2020-09-06T17:24

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the how the White Sox are red hot and how rookie outfielder Luis Robert continues to be electric. He also reacted to the Cubs getting swept by the Cardina...

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Spiegel: Marvin Freeman interview (Hour 2) from 2020-08-30T18:27

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former MLB pitcher Marvin Freeman to discuss his love of baseball and how it grew and developed in Chicago. Freeman also discussed what he teaches you...

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Spiegel: Tempers flare between Cubs, Reds (Hour 1) from 2020-08-30T18:27

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing Cubs reliever Craig Kimbrel blowing a save in a 6-5 loss to the Reds in the second game of a doubleheader Saturday. Despite Kimbrel's struggles, this was ...

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Spiegel: A.J. Pierzynski, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-08-23T20:41

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by 2005 World Series champion and current Fox analyst A.J. Pierzynski to discuss how he was almost traded to the Cubs in 2003, to reflect on his fight wit...

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Spiegel: Sean Marshall interview (Hour 2) from 2020-08-23T20:41

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Sean Marshall to discuss the Cubs' recent struggles, their bullpen's performance and what it was like to watch flamethr...

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Spiegel: Jose Abreu Appreciation Society (Hour 1) from 2020-08-23T20:40

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing red-hot White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu's home run barrage over the past two days and heard accompanying sound from Cubs first baseman Anthony RIzzo. S...

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Spiegel: Mark Gonzales interview (Hour 1) from 2020-08-16T18:23

Matt Spiegel opened his show by criticizing the White Sox's offense for its poor approach in losing both ends of a doubleheader to the Cardinals on Saturday. He explained how watching the White Sox...

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Spiegel: Ryan McGuffey interview (Hour 2) from 2020-08-16T18:17

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel discussed the tragic on-field incident and death of MLB player Ray Chapman at the Polo Grounds in 1920, as Sunday marked the 100-year anniversary of it. After that,...

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Spiegel: Tony Gwynn Jr., Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-08-16T17:55

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Radio.com Sports MLB insider Tony Gwynn Jr. to discuss West Coast baseball, African-American youth involvement in the sport and the expectations that c...

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Spiegel: Paul Sullivan, Steve Stone, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-08-09T17:14

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Paul Sullivan of the Tribune to discuss his crazy crosstown doubleheader idea. White Sox television analyst Steve Stone then called in for a surprise v...

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Spiegel: Bruce Levine interview (Hour 2) from 2020-08-09T17:12

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the White Sox's rotation and the Cubs' future schedule. Spiegel then listened to sound from Cubs Radio ...

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Spiegel: Ron Coomer, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-08-02T17:55

In an extended final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer to discuss closer Craig Kimbrel's struggles, the lineup's new attitude and the rotation's outstanding performance...

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Spiegel: Luis Robert is already great, is the end coming for Craig Kimbrel as closer? (Hour 2) from 2020-08-02T17:52

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel discussed how White Sox rookie outfielder Luis Robert is already one of the best players, according to Statcast, and whether he has the makeup of a leadoff hitter. ...

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Spiegel: Chicago baseball is great, strengths & weaknesses of Cubs/White Sox (Hour 2) from 2020-08-02T17:50

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the Cubs' 6-2 start and the White Sox's 4-4 start and how great it is to have two playoff-caliber teams in one city. He then ran down the strengths and we...

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Spiegel: Bruce Levine, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-07-26T17:36

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the latest Cubs and White Sox storylines and the expanded MLB playoff format. Spiegel then discussed the...

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Spiegel: Bart Winkler interview, White Sox lineup issues (Hour 2) from 2020-07-26T16:17

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Bart Winkler of 105.7 The Fan in Milwaukee to discuss the Cubs-Brewers series and to reflect on his mail courier career. Spiegel then discussed the Wh...

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Spiegel: Numbers vs. eye test, Keegan Matheson interview (Hour 1) from 2020-07-26T15:20

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the the first two games for the Cubs and White Sox, as they're each 1-1. What did you like from David Ross' first games as Cubs manager? And what will you...

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Spiegel: Gary Darling interview, MLB predictions (Hour 3) from 2020-07-19T17:25

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former MLB umpire Gary Darling to discuss the problem with robotic strike zones, the Chicago managers who had a lot of character and his charity work w...

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Spiegel: Cole Wright, Bruce Levine interviews (Hour 2) from 2020-07-19T16:12

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Marquee Sports Network host Cole Wright to discuss his baseball career, what it's like to be back in Chicago, the latest Cubs storylines and what it's...

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Spiegel: Biggest storylines for Cubs/White Sox, Nick Pollack interview (Hour 1) from 2020-07-19T15:10

In a celebration of baseball being back with the Cubs-White Sox exhibition game Sunday evening, Matt Spiegel opened his show by sharing his 11 most important storylines for each team. Later, Nick P...

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Spiegel: Russell Dorsey, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-07-12T17:22

In the third hour, Russell Dorsey of the Sun-Times joined the show to discuss the latest Cubs storylines, including what the Opening Day roster will look like and what changes are being made at Wri...

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Spiegel: Bruce Levine, Jack McMullen interviews (Hour 2) from 2020-07-12T16:14

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the latest White Sox storylines, including rookie outfielder Luis Robert's first week of summer camp an...

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Spiegel: Excitement over Luis Robert (Hour 1) from 2020-07-12T15:31

Matt Spiegel opened his show by finally getting the chance to discuss baseball being back in action, as it's underway at summer camps across MLB. He shared his excitement over White Sox rookie outf...

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Spiegel: Jason Benetti, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-07-05T17:41

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by White Sox television play-by-play man Jason Benetti to discuss how he has been preparing for baseball during the coronavirus pandemic, the importance o...

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Spiegel: Lin Brehmer, Bruce Levine interviews (Hour 2) from 2020-07-05T16:11

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by 93 XRT host and flamethrower Lin Brehmer to discuss the songs that remind them the most of baseball, what they miss the most about the game and Brehme...

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Spiegel: Baseball might not happen, but we're excited for it (Hour 1) from 2020-07-05T16:05

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the excitement that has built seeing the Cubs and White Sox return to Chicago and start summer camp. Spiegel then changed the tone in explaining how all t...

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Grote: Scott Merkin interview (Hour 1) from 2020-06-28T20:23

Sitting in for Matt Spiegel, Mark Grote opened his show by discussing MLB's long-awaited return. Scott Merkin of MLB.com then joined the show to preview the White Sox's season and to explain how th...

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Grote: Mark Gonzales, Bruce Levine interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-06-28T20:23

In the third hour, Mark Grote was joined by Mark Gonzales of the Tribune to preview the Cubs' season and to discuss how the shortened 60-game campaign will affect them. Grote then shared the White ...

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Grote: Ozzie Smith interview (Hour 2) from 2020-06-28T20:23

In the second hour, Mark Grote was joined by Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith to discuss his career, the origin story of his signature backflip, his trade to the Cardinals and his history against...

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Spiegel: Laurence Holmes, Ozzie Guillen Jr. interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-06-21T17:24

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Score host Laurence Holmes to share their appreciation of their dads on Father's Day and to discuss the recent recorded conversations they had with the...

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Spiegel: Herb & Bob Spiegel interview (Hour 2) from 2020-06-21T17:20

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel had a Father's Day tradition like none other. He welcomed his dad, Herb, onto the show and had a surprise for him as well. Bob Spiegel, Herb's son and Matt's older ...

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Spiegel: Happy Father's Day, Bruce Levine interview (Hour 1) from 2020-06-21T17:18

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reflecting on Father's Day before providing an update on the ongoing MLB labor negotiations. Spiegel then reacted to ESPN reporter Buster Olney's recent article on w...

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Spiegel: Theo Epstein replay, Christopher Kamka interview (Hour 3) from 2020-06-14T17:17

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel replayed a chunk of Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein's interview on the Laurence Holmes Show on Friday. Spiegel then continued to discuss the MLB l...

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Spiegel: Len Kasper interview, 'Long Gone Summer' (Hour 2) from 2020-06-14T16:16

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Cubs television play-play man Len Kasper to discuss their band, The 45. They have a new song called "Pills," and Kasper explained how he was inspired ...

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Spiegel: Bruce Levine interview (Hour 1) from 2020-06-14T16:12

Matt Spiegel opened his show by venting his frustration with the MLB labor negotiations continuing to go nowhere. Spiegel believes both sides need to take some blame for the mess we're in. To light...

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Spiegel: Bruce Levine, J.J. Cooper & Christopher Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-06-07T17:26

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the latest developments in the MLB labor negotiations. J.J. Cooper of Baseball America then joined the s...

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Spiegel: Dmitri Young interview (Hour 2) from 2020-06-07T16:08

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former MLB player and two-time All-Star Dmitri Young to discuss his journey to the big leagues, the racism he encountered throughout his career, his c...

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Spiegel: James Fox interview (Hour 1) from 2020-06-07T15:13

Matt Spiegel opened his show by sharing his disappointment and frustration regarding MLB owners and players reaching a stalemate in their labor negotiations. Spiegel then discussed the unusual No. ...

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Spiegel: Jason Hammel, Christopher Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-05-31T17:37

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by 2016 World Series champion and former Cubs pitcher Jason Hammel to discuss his life in retirement, the passion that he always showed on the mound and t...

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Spiegel: Bronson Arroyo interview (Hour 2) from 2020-05-31T16:48

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel welcomed on former MLB pitcher Bronson Arroyo to discuss his playing career, the attitude a big league pitcher must have, why he believes owners and players won't r...

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Spiegel: Andy McCullough, Christopher Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-05-24T17:07

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Andy McCullough of the Athletic to discuss MLB's safety guidelines as it eyes a return to action amid the coronavirus pandemic. What do experts think a...

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Spiegel: Mike Ferrin interview, Jon Lester replay (Hour 2) from 2020-05-24T16:13

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Diamondbacks pregame and postgame host and MLB Network Radio host Mike Ferrin to discuss MLB's latest return-to-play proposals and his time working fo...

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Spiegel: Would you leave baseball? Stupid Car Trays (Hour 1) from 2020-05-24T15:10

Matt Spiegel opened his show discussing the possibility that baseball isn't played in 2020 or 2021. With that lingering as a concern, Spiegel asked listeners if they would leave the sport behind if...

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Spiegel: Kendall Gill, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-05-17T17:24

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Kendall Gill of NBC Sports Chicago to discuss Bulls legend Scottie Pippen's legacy, his experiences against Chicago's dynasty in the 1990s, the contrac...

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Spiegel: Greg Kot interview (Hour 1) from 2020-05-17T17:20

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to the MLB safety protocols that have been proposed in the league's latest return-to-play plan. Spiegel shared the most important aspects of it and discusse...

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Spiegel: Scott Radinsky, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-05-10T17:06

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former MLB pitcher and current Pulley lead singer Scott Radinsky to discuss his playing career, his musical career and what it's like to be around an i...

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Spiegel: Jim Callis, Paul Sullivan interviews (Hour 2) from 2020-05-10T16:06

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Jim Callis of MLB.com to discuss MLB's decision to reduce its amateur draft to just five rounds in 2020 during the coronavirus pandemic and how that w...

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Spiegel: Sharing baseball mom stories, when will MLB return? (Hour 1) from 2020-05-10T15:11

Matt Spiegel opened his show by welcoming listeners on to share stories of their incredible baseball mothers. He then discussed the latest MLB return-to-play proposal that's gaining momentum, as re...

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Spiegel: K.C. Johnson, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-05-03T17:06

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago to reflect on the legacy of the late Jerry Krause, who was a baseball scout before becoming the Bulls' general manag...

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Spiegel: Len Kasper, Danny Parkins interviews (Hour 2) from 2020-05-03T16:13

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Marquee Sports Network play-by-play man Len Kasper to discuss when MLB could return and his next project, which involves Cubs left-hander Jon Lester. ...

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Spiegel: Josh Nelson interview (Hour 1) from 2020-05-03T15:09

Matt Spiegel is yearning for baseball, and he opened his show by discussing the hope for its return in 2020 based on the Korean Baseball Championship (KBO) model that's working. Spiegel then listen...

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Spiegel: Jason Benetti, Eric Edholm interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-04-26T17:13

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by White Sox television play-by-play man Jason Benetti to discuss how he has spent his time during quarantine, including being the deliveryman of messages...

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Spiegel: Carlos Pena, Mark Grote interviews (Hour 2) from 2020-04-26T16:11

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former All-Star player and current Marquee Sports Network analyst Carlos Pena to reflect on his career and to share his story of coming to America as ...

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Spiegel: Bump & Run, Nick Shepkowski interview (Hour 1) from 2020-04-26T15:14

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to the Bears' selections in the NFL Draft, which led to him calling his show Bump & Run this week. Spiegel then reflected on powerful MLB agent Scott Boras'...

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Spiegel: Ken Berry, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-04-19T17:25

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former White Sox outfielder Ken Berry to reflect on his playing, managerial, writing and acting career. He then discussed how a Chicago star has become...

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Spiegel: Greg Maddux interview (Hour 2) from 2020-04-19T16:18

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Hall of Fame pitcher and four-time Cy Young winner Greg Maddux to reflect on his approach to the game. Maddux explained his repertoire and how his min...

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Spiegel: Does Cubs or White Sox front office have more leeway? (Hour 1) from 2020-04-19T16:14

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the Cubs and White Sox front offices and how much leeway and job security lead executives Theo Epstein and Rick Hahn have, respectively. Spiegel then took...

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Spiegel: Boog Sciambi, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-04-12T17:07

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by ESPN baseball play-by-play man Jon "Boog" Sciambi to discuss new broadcast booth partner Chipper Jones, how he works numbers into broadcasts and more. ...

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Spiegel: Mike Kostel interview (Hour 2) from 2020-04-12T16:11

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel welcomed on Mike Kostel, the former supervising producer of This Week in Baseball. Kostel shared stories of how the show came together and from his time with Inside...

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Spiegel: A hole in my life (Hour 1) from 2020-04-12T16:07

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing the hole in his heart that's been created with no baseball taking place before opening up the phone lines in asking listeners what they've noticed has cha...

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Spiegel: Jay Jaffe, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-04-05T17:16

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel welcomed on Jay Jaffe of FanGraphs to discuss the possibility of a 100-game MLB season that could be played in empty spring training stadiums. Spiegel then discussed...

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Spiegel: Scott Podsednik interview (Hour 2) from 2020-04-05T16:28

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former White Sox outfielder Scott Podsednik to discuss the 2005 championship team that he was a part of and how he found himself batting leadoff that ...

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Spiegel: Jack McMullen interview (Hour 1) from 2020-04-05T16:24

Matt Spiegel opened his show by celebrating a 10-year anniversary for the White Sox and by sharing his experience rewatching This Week in Baseball. Spiegel was then joined by Jack McMullen, his nep...

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Spiegel: Joe Buck interview (Hour 2) from 2020-03-29T19:21

Matt Spiegel was joined by Fox Sports broadcaster Joe Buck for a wide-ranging interview in which they discussed a number of topics, including what it was like for Buck to call the Chiefs' victory i...

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Spiegel: What do you miss about baseball? (Hour 1) from 2020-03-29T19:19

Matt Spiegel opened his show by sharing what he's missing most about baseball before taking calls on what your heart has grown fond of in the absence of America's pastime.

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Spiegel: Ed Howard, Chris Kamka interviews (Hour 3) from 2020-03-29T17:25

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Mount Carmel shortstop and former Jackie Robinson West shortstop Ed Howard to discuss his baseball journey from being at Lou Collier's baseball camp wh...

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Spiegel: Christopher Kamka interview (Hour 3) from 2020-03-22T18:36

In the final segments of the show, Matt Spiegel welcomed on Christopher Kamka of NBC Sports Chicago for "Kamconnections" and to discuss what a shortened MLB season could do to our beloved baseball ...

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Spiegel: What rare class of pitcher is Ryan Dempster in? (Part 2) from 2020-03-22T18:32

In the second part of Matt Spiegel's interview with former Cubs pitcher Ryan Dempster, they discussed a rare class of pitcher that Dempster is in and why his 2005 season was so unique. Later, Demps...

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Spiegel: Ryan Dempster on pitching on day of Boston Marathon Bombing (Part 1) from 2020-03-22T18:28

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by two-time All-Star and former Cubs pitcher Ryan Dempster to discuss life without baseball amid the coronavirus pandemic. That led to Dempster sharing a...

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Spiegel: Steve Stone interview (Hour 3) from 2020-03-15T18:19

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by White Sox television analyst Steve Stone to discuss the MLB season being delayed by the coronavirus pandemic and how it will affect everyone. He also d...

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Spiegel: Roger Clemens interview (Hour 1) from 2020-03-15T18:19

Matt Spiegel opened his show by welcoming you back to Hit & Run for the new season -- which is on pause for now amid the coronavirus pandemic. What will be your new companion without baseball? Seve...

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Spiegel: Excellence & cheating in MLB (Hour 2) from 2020-03-15T18:17

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel expanded his thoughts on his interview with former MLB pitcher Roger Clemens and wondered how you separate excellence in players from the cheating they may or may n...

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Spiegel: Cubs' end-of-season discussion, awaiting Joe Maddon news (Hour 3) from 2019-09-29T19:24:25

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel took calls from Cubs fans to hear their opinion of how the season unfolded, what they would do with manager Joe Maddon if they were in charge and what awaits in the ...

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Spiegel: Doug Glanville interview, how Cubs will handle Joe Maddon news? (Hour 2) from 2019-09-29T18:17:42

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by MLB analyst Doug Glanville of NBC Sports Chicago to discuss what he thinks of the seemingly imminent exit of Cubs manager Joe Maddon and how important...

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Spiegel: Prepping for Joe Maddon news, Chis Kamka interview (Hour 1) from 2019-09-29T17:12:21

Matt Spiegel opened the season finale of Hit & Run by discussing what the Joe Maddon era has been meant to the Cubs as his departure appears to be looming. Spiegel explained why it may just be time...

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Spiegel: Mark Gonzales interview (Hour 4) from 2019-09-22T19:53:41

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Mark Gonzales of the Tribune live from Wrigley Field to discuss the Cubs stumbling at the end of the season and what changes could be made in the offse...

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Spiegel: Bernie Williams interview, Cubs calls (Hour 3) from 2019-09-22T19:52:34

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former Yankees outfielder Bernie Williams to talk baseball and music. Later, Spiegel continued to preside over the Cubs mourning with callers who share...

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Spiegel: Cubs' organizational miscues, Mike Ferrin interview (Hour 2) from 2019-09-22T19:47:25

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel spent some time discussing the state of the Cubs and the organizational miscues that led to their disappointing season. Spiegel then continued to take calls on the ...

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Spiegel: Cubs suffer devastating loss, Chris Kamka interview (Hour 1) from 2019-09-22T19:32:56

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to another devastating loss for the Cubs loss, who fell 9-8 to the Cardinals on Saturday afternoon and watched as their postseason chances further dwindled....

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Spiegel: Leila Rahimi in studio, Chris Rongey interview (Hour 3) from 2019-09-15T19:09:47

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel continued talking with Leila Rahimi of NBC Sports Chicago, focusing on her past career experiences before she came to Chicago. Later, Spiegel caught up with an forme...

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Spiegel: Leila Rahimi in studio (Hour 2) from 2019-09-15T18:36:05

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined in studio by Leila Rahimi of NBC Sports Chicago to discuss all the latest Cubs and White Sox storylines and what's going to happen down the stretch of th...

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Spiegel: Renewed Cubs optimism (Hour 1) from 2019-09-15T17:29:07

Matt Spiegel opened his show explaining why he has renewed optimism about the Cubs here in the last couple weeks of the regular season. He also asked listeners who they're rooting for as the NL Cen...

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Spiegel: Eno Sarris interview (Hour 4) from 2019-09-10T09:16:36

In the final hour leading up to the Cubs broadcast, Matt Spiegel was joined by Eno Sarris of the Athletic to discuss national baseball storylines and the latest trends in the league.

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Spiegel: Christian Yelich downs Cubs, Matt LaCour interview (Hour 3) from 2019-09-10T09:13:23

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel discussed the variety of factors leading to the Cubs' loss to the Brewers on Saturday and the truth that Milwaukee outfielder Christian Yelich is the best player on ...

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Spiegel: Jed Hoyer's honesty, Max Crawford in studio (Hour 2) from 2019-09-10T08:59:01

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel brough back some audio from Cubs general manager Jed Hoyer from earlier in the week. Hoyer was shockingly honest in his assessment of where the Cubs are with their ...

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Spiegel: Cubs have short-term and big-picture issues, Chris Kamka interview (Hour 1 on 9/8) from 2019-09-10T08:51:59

Matt Spiegel opened his show reacting to another soul-crushing loss both on and off the field for the Cubs on Saturday. The bullpen blew it late in a loss to the Brewers, and shortstop Javier Baez ...

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Spiegel: Jim Margalus, Tyler Kepner interviews (Hour 3) from 2019-09-01T19:56:13

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Jim Margalus of the Sox Machine to discuss the state of the White Sox's rebuild. Spiegel then discussed the Cubs' decision to scratch right-hander Yu D...

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Spiegel: LaTroy Hawkins interview, Ben Zobrist press conference (Hour 2) from 2019-09-01T19:39:45

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by former Cubs pitcher LaTroy Hawks to reflect on his career and his relationship with Lee Smith, who's being honored Sunday for his Hall of Fame inducti...

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Spiegel: Cubs lose ground, Chris Kamka interview (Hour 1) from 2019-09-01T19:36:47

Matt Spiegel opened his show discussing the Cubs' 2-0 loss to the Brewers on Saturday afternoon and manager Joe Maddon being pleased with his team's at-bats despite being shut out. Later, Spiegel d...

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