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Inside The Clubhouse

Bruce Levine and David Haugh host Inside the Clubhouse, discussing the latest Cubs, White Sox and MLB storylines while also welcoming on great guests from across the baseball landscape.
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Levine & Haugh: Cubs & White Sox are slumping, Ned Colletti interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by taking a look at the struggling Cubs and White Sox. After that, they reacted to White Sox manager Tony La Russa speaking candidly about the possibility of the team making a trade in the near future. Later, former Dodgers executive Ned Colletti joined the show to discuss the latest MLB storylines.

Jun 26, 202141 min

Levine & Esposito: Stay or Go, Adam Engel interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito welcomed back the Stay or Go segment, where they pondered the future of players whom the Cubs or White Sox could trade before the deadline. Later, White Sox outfielder Adam Engel joined the show to discuss the team's recent play.

Jun 19, 202141 min

Levine & Esposito: Cubs & White Sox remain in 1st, Willie Harris interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito, who was sitting in for David Haugh, opened their show by discussing the latest Cubs and White Sox storylines, as both clubs remain in first place in their respective divisions but have stumbled a bit in the last couple of days. Later, Cubs third-base coach Willie Harris joined the show to discuss his first year with the organization.

Jun 19, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: John Rooney interview, Chin Music (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Cardinals radio play-by-play announcer John Rooney to discuss the team's series against the Cubs this weekend. Later, Levine and Haugh discussed the dynamic between Cubs owner Tom Ricketts and president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer as it relates to possibly extending the team's core players.

Jun 12, 202140 min

Levine & Haugh: Wrigley opens 100%, Colin Faulkner interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 8-5 win over the Cardinals on Friday afternoon, when Wrigley Field welcomed fans back at full capacity for the first time since 2019. After that, they reacted to Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo explaining why he has declined to receive the COVID-19 vaccine to this point. Later, Cubs executive vice president of sales and marketing Colin Faulkner joined the show to discuss Wrigley Field being back to full capacity.

Jun 12, 202143 min

Levine & Haugh: Chin Music, Billy Hamilton interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh conducted their weekly Chin Music segment and dug deeper into Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo and catcher Willson Contreras getting into a verbal altercation in a loss to the Giants on Friday night. Later, White Sox outfielder Billy Hamilton joined the show to discuss the impact he has made on the team this season.

Jun 05, 202139 min

Levine & Haugh: Anthony Rizzo/Willson Contreras argument, Jed Hoyer interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo and catcher Willson Contreras getting into a heated argument in the dugout during Chicago's 8-5 loss at San Francisco on Friday night. Later, Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer joined the show to discuss his club's recent play and whether the organization will be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline.

Jun 05, 202145 min

Levine & Haugh: Ryan Tepera, Brandon Hyde interviews (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Cubs reliever Ryan Tepera to discuss the bullpen's fantastic work. Later, Orioles manager Brandon Hyde joined the show to discuss his team's season as it's in town for a series against the White Sox this weekend.

May 29, 202145 min

Levine & Haugh: Chin Music, Tyler Kepner interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh conducted their weekly Chin Music segment, featuring sound from White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson and manager Tony La Russa. Later, New York Times writer Tyler Kepner joined the show to discuss the latest MLB headlines.

May 22, 202145 min

Levine & Haugh: Cubs' pitching, Chris Getz interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh discussed the Cubs pitching staff's performance this season. Later, White Sox assistant general manager Chris Getz joined the show to discuss how the organization's minor league teams have looked to begin their seasons.

May 15, 202140 min

Levine & Haugh: Jake Arrieta's vaccine thoughts, Paul Sullivan interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by breaking down a back-and-forth that Cubs right-hander Jake Arrieta had with reporters during his postgame media session Friday about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Later, Paul Sullivan of the Tribune joined the show to discuss the latest Cubs and White Sox storylines.

May 15, 202144 min

Levine & Rongey: Rick Sutcliffe, Blake Rutherford interviews (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and Chris Rongey were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Rick Sutcliffe to discuss the Cubs' recent play. Later, White Sox minor league outfielder Blake Rutherford joined the show to discuss his hot start to the Triple-A season.

May 08, 202141 min

Levine & Rongey: Cubs' offensive improvements, Chin Music (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and Chris Rongey, who was sitting in for David Haugh, opened their show by taking a look at the Cubs' resurgent offense. Later, they conducted their Chin Music segment and discussed White Sox manager Tony La Russa being unaware of part of an extra-innings rule, which cost the White Sox in a 1-0 loss to the Reds on Wednesday.

May 08, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: Chin Music, Jim Thome interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh conducted their Chin Music segment, which featured them breaking down White Sox manager Tony La Russa's failure to realize ace Lucas Giolito was running on fumes in a loss Tuesday. Later, Hall of Fame slugger Jim Thome joined the show to discuss what he has seen from the White Sox this season.

May 01, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: Chin Music, Kelly Crull interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh conducted their Chin Music segment, which featured White Sox outfielder Adam Eaton getting himself into a little dustup Thursday. Later, old friend and current Fox Sports South reporter Kelly Crull joined the show to discuss how good the Braves can be this season.

Apr 17, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: Cubs' suspensions, Carlos Rodon's no-hitter, Ron Coomer interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to Cubs reliever Ryan Tepera and manager David Ross getting hit with suspensions after Tepera threw behind a Brewers batter Tuesday. The punishment from MLB drew a strong reaction from Ross, who was upset with what he viewed as a double standard. After that, the guys reflected on White Sox left-hander Carlos Rodon's no-hitter Wednesday. Later, Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer joined the show to discuss the team's offensive struggles in a 5-...

Apr 17, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: Craig Driver is COVID-19 positive, 'Chin Music,' Tony La Russa interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh reacted to the breaking news that Cubs first-base coach Craig Driver tested positive for COVID-19. It appears no one else in the Cubs' traveling party was deemed a close contact of him. After that, the guys began a new segment called "Chin Music." Later, they had a surprise guest call in, as White Sox manager Tony La Russa joined the show to discuss what his first week back in the dugout was like as the regular season got going.

Apr 10, 202142 min

Levine & Haugh: Reacting to MLB's first week, Tommy Hottovy interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by sharing their takeaways from the Cubs and White Sox in the first week of the MLB season. Later, Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy joined the show to discuss closer Craig Kimbrel's resurgence and how his staff has looked early on this season.

Apr 10, 202143 min

Levine & Haugh: Rick Giolito interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh discussed MLB's decision to move the All-Star Game from Atlanta after the state of Georgia passed laws that restrict voting rights. Could the All-Star Game be moved to Chicago? After that, Rick Giolito -- the father of White Sox ace Lucas Giolito -- joined the show to discuss his son's strong start on Opening Day, Lucas' relationship with pitching coach Ethan Katz that dates back to high school and more. Later, the guys listened and reacted to int...

Apr 03, 202140 min

Levine & Haugh: Ryan Dempster interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the White Sox's 12-8 win against the Angels on Friday night and by raving about designated hitter Yermin Mercedes going 5-for-5 in his first career MLB start. Marquee Sports Network analyst Ryan Dempster then joined the show to discuss Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant's past struggles, right-hander Jake Arrieta's return to the organization and the team's outlook for 2021. Later, the guys previewed Arrieta's return to the mound for the C...

Apr 03, 202145 min

Levine & Haugh: How to replace Eloy Jimenez, Chris Getz interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh discussed the White Sox's options to replace Eloy Jimenez in left field after he suffered a pectoral injury that will keep him out five to six months. Later, White Sox director of player development Chris Getz joined the show to discuss top prospect Andrew Vaughn and whether he can play left field to help fill Jimenez's void.

Mar 27, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: Nico Hoerner won't break camp with Cubs, John Rooney interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the news that Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner will be optioned to the minor leagues to open the season. After that, they discussed White Sox left fielder Eloy Jimenez suffering a serious pectoral injury that will keep him out five to six months. Later, Cardinals broadcaster John Rooney joined the show to discuss St. Louis' outlook and to preview the NL Central race this season.

Mar 27, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: Rich King, Ethan Katz interviews (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by former Chicago television sports anchor Rich King to discuss the White Sox's outlook, whether they can live up to expectations and why manager Tony La Russa is a good fit for a young group. Later, White Sox pitching coach Ethan Katz joined the show to discuss what to expect out of the team's exciting young staff.

Mar 20, 202152 min

Levine & Haugh: Beth Mowins interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by looking back at the week that was for the Cubs and White Sox as spring training winds down. Later, broadcaster Beth Mowins joined the show to discuss her new role with Marquee Sports Network as a fill-in play-by-play announcer on Cubs broadcasts.

Mar 20, 202145 min

Levine & Haugh: Brooks Boyer, Colin Faulkner interviews (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by White Sox senior vice president of sales and marketing Brooks Boyer to discuss the team's plan to bring fans back to Guaranteed Rate Field this season. They later had a similar discussion regarding the other side of town, welcoming on Cubs executive vice president of sales and marketing Colin Faulkner to discuss the club's plan to bring fans back to Wrigley Field.

Mar 13, 202146 min
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