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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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Episodes

Levine & Haugh: White Sox in 0-2 hole, Paul Sullivan interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by breaking down the White Sox's 9-4 loss to the Astros in Game 2 of their American League Division Series on Friday. Who deserves the bulk of the blame for the White Sox being down 2-0 in the series? Later, Paul Sullivan of the Tribune joined the show to share his observations from the White Sox-Astros series.

Oct 09, 202144 min

Levine & Haugh: Geoff Blum & Gordon Beckham interviews (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by former White Sox hero Geoff Blum to discuss the team's outlook as the start of the playoffs loom next week. Later, NBC Sports Chicago analyst Gordan Beckham joined the show to discuss the latest White Sox storylines.

Oct 02, 202144 min

Levine & Haugh: White Sox entering playoffs hot, Cubs recap, Chin Music (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing how the White Sox are playing well heading into the postseason, as they've won five straight games. After that, they reflected on the Cubs' season and their rebuilding plan. Later, the guys conducted the Chin Music segment, featuring entertaining White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson.

Oct 02, 202144 min

Levine & Haugh: White Sox wrap up the AL Central, Jed Hoyer sound (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reflecting on the White Sox clinching the AL Central on Thursday. The team also turned in a great bullpen performance Friday. Is that how good the bullpen needs to be for the White Sox to win in the playoffs? Later, they reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's media session Friday, when he shared insight on how the organization might approach free agency.

Sep 25, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: James Fegan interview, what to do with Kyle Hendricks? (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by James Fegan of the Athletic to discuss how the White Sox could structure their pitching rotation for the playoffs. Later, Levine and Haugh pondered whether the Cubs should shut down right-hander Kyle Hendricks for the remainder of the season or let him finish the year out.

Sep 18, 202139 min

Levine & Haugh: Dissecting the White Sox, Elise Menaker interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by taking a look at the question marks of the White Sox, who have been resting players late in the regular season as they prepare for the playoffs. Later, Marquee Sports Network reporter Elise Menaker joined the show to discuss what she has seen from Cubs prospects at Triple-A Iowa.

Sep 18, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: Ethan Katz, Joe Maddon interviews (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by White Sox pitching coach Ethan Katz to discuss left-hander Carlos Rodon's progress since his return from the injured list and more. Later, former Cubs and current Angels manager Joe Maddon joined the show to discuss his experiences in working with star Kris Bryant, who returned to Wrigley Field with the Giants this weekend.

Sep 11, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: Remembering 9/11, Kris Bryant returns to Wrigley, Ron Coomer interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reflecting on the events of Sept. 11, 2001 and the way that baseball helped the nation heal afterward. After that, Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer joined the show to reflect on slugger Sammy Sosa hitting a home run in the team's first game back home after 9/11. Later, Levine and Haugh discussed Giants star Kris Bryant's return to Wrigley Field on Friday.

Sep 11, 202142 min

Levine & Haugh: Steve Stone interview, does White Sox's record against over-.500 teams matter? (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by NBC Sports Chicago analyst Steve Stone to discuss the White Sox pitching staff's injuries and whether it means anything that the team has a poor record against opponents that are above .500. Later, Levine and Haugh listened and reacted to comments from Yankees legend and Marlins chief executive Derek Jeter about teaching young teams how to win.

Sep 04, 202142 min

Levine & Haugh: Dallas Keuchel struggles, who was managing Cubs? Codi Heuer interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by breaking down White Sox left-hander Dallas Keuchel having another poor start in his team's loss to the Royals on Friday. After that, they discussed White Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito explaining that he needs to make a mechanical adjustment to help avoid injuries in the future and also wondered who was leading the Cubs after acting manager Andy Green was ejected Friday. Later, Cubs reliever Codi Heuer joined the show to discuss his development....

Sep 04, 202141 min

Levine & Esposito: Jason Benetti interview, Chin Music (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by White Sox play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti to discuss the team's wild 17-13 win against the Cubs on Friday. Later, the guys held their Chin Music segment and reacted to White Sox general manager Rick Hahn sharing an invite for Cubs fans.

Aug 28, 202142 min

Levine & Haugh: Seby Zavala & Colin Faulkner interviews (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by White Sox catcher Seby Zavala to discuss the team's wild win against the Rays in 11 innings Friday and his strong play. Later, Cubs executive vice president of sales and marketing Colin Faulkner joined the show to discuss a variety of topics.

Aug 21, 202144 min

Levine & Haugh: Frank Schwindel interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by breaking down the White Sox's wild 7-5 win against the Rays in 11 innings Friday night, a victory that featured more heroics from star shortstop Tim Anderson. Later, Cubs first baseman Frank Schwindel to discuss his strong play and what he wants to prove down the stretch.

Aug 21, 202151 min

Levine & Rongey: Jim Deshaies, Suzyn Waldman interviews (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and Chris Rongey were joined by Marquee Sports Network color analyst Jim Deshaies to discuss the struggling Cubs, who are suddenly really bad. Later, Yankees radio analyst Suzyn Waldman joined the show to discuss her experience of calling the "Field of Dreams" game in Dyserville, Iowa on Thursday night.

Aug 14, 202142 min

Levine & Rongey: Rongey left 'Field of Dreams' game early, Becky & Don Lansing interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and Chris Rongey, who was filling in for David Haugh, opened their show by reflecting on the White Sox's thrilling win against the Yankees on Thursday night in the "Field of Dreams" game, which Rongey attended but left early for some reason. Later, Becky and Don Lansing, the original owners of the "Field of Dreams" site, joined the show to discuss the awesome event.

Aug 14, 202140 min

Levine & Haugh: Who are these Cubs? Jeremy Haber interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing the new-look Cubs and pondering how long this rebuild of theirs may last. They also debated how much White Sox star reliever Craig Kimbrel might be affected by being a setup man rather than the everyday closer after his trade from the North Side to the South Side. Later, White Sox assistant general manager Jeremy Haber joined the show to discuss the recent moves the team made ahead of the trade deadline and more.

Aug 07, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: Jed Hoyer & Rick Hahn react to trade deadline moves (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh continued to react to the moves the Cubs and White Sox made in the last couple days ahead of the trade deadline. They listened and reacted to comments from Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer and White Sox general manager Rick Hahn explaining their respective team's mindset and approach.

Jul 31, 202138 min

Levine & Haugh: Trade deadline reaction, Tony La Russa interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to a wild Friday in MLB, where there was a flurry of action ahead of the trade deadline. It included the Cubs selling the core members of their 2016 World Series championship team and the White Sox acquiring All-Star closer Craig Kimbrel. Later, White Sox manager Tony La Russa joined the show to discuss the team's new acquisitions and why he was so angry at the Indians in his club's win Friday night.

Jul 31, 202144 min

Levine & Haugh: Should he stay or should he go? Wayne Randazzo interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh conducted their "Should he stay or should he go?" segment, pondering which players the Cubs and White Sox could trade ahead of the deadline next Friday. Later, Mets radio play-by-play announcer Wayne Randazzo joined the show to discuss the latest MLB storylines and the National League playoff outlook.

Jul 24, 202140 min

Levine & Haugh: Tony La Russa gets tossed, Chris Johnson interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by breaking down the White Sox's 7-1 loss to the Brewers on Friday, which featured manager Tony La Russa and Tim Anderson each getting ejected for arguing about the strike zone. Later, Triple-A Charlotte Knights hitting coach Chris Johnson joined the show to discuss slugger Eloy Jimenez's progress in his rehab stint and rookie Yermin Mercedes' mindset after he threatened to retire earlier in the week, only to reverse course a day later.

Jul 24, 202144 min

Levine & Haugh: Sean Marshall interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Sean Marshall to discuss the state of the Cubs as the second half has begun. After that, the guys conducted their Chin Music segment and reacted to Cubs right-hander Kyle Hendricks' recent "family" comment. Later, they pondered what earlier guest Bob Nightengale of USA Today meant and who he was referring to when he discussed a certain White Sox trade possibility.

Jul 17, 202141 min

Levine & Haugh: Bob Nightengale interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing the state of the Cubs and White Sox as the second half has begun. After that, Bob Nightengale of USA Today joined the show to discuss the latest trade rumors surrounding the Cubs and White Sox. Later, Levine and Haugh discussed White Sox closer Liam Hendriks' usage and if the team could add another closer to its roster before the trade deadline.

Jul 17, 202145 min

Levine & Haugh: Craig Breslow, Ryan Newman interviews (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Cubs assistant general manager Craig Breslow to discuss the team's development of pitching. Later, Winston-Salem Dash manager Ryan Newman joined the show to discuss White Sox slugger Eloy Jimenez joining his team for a rehab assignment.

Jul 10, 202144 min

Levine & Haugh: Jed Hoyer speaks, Tim Anderson named an All-Star (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's recent comments about the state of the team as the All-Star break looms. Later, the guys reacted to the breaking news that White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson has been added to the All-Star roster for the American League.

Jul 10, 202147 min

Levine & Haugh: Cubs keep scuffling, Jake Burger interview (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh discussed the scuffling Cubs and pondered whether first baseman Anthony Rizzo prefers to stay in Chicago as the trade deadline approaches. Later, White Sox third baseman Jake Burger joined the show to discuss his MLB debut Friday night.

Jul 03, 202144 min

Levine & Haugh: Chicago baseball trade speculation, Jim Callis interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing the significance of the Cubs' current slump. After that, they discussed how the White Sox continue to overcome a plethora of injuries -- in part to the strong contributions they've received from rookies like Andrew Vaughn, Gavin Sheets and Jake Burger. Later, Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline joined the show to discuss the top Cubs and White Sox prospects and to preview the MLB amateur draft, which will start July 11.

Jul 03, 202147 min

Levine & Haugh: Andrew Vaughn interview, Jose Abreu & Kris Bryant struggling (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by White Sox outfielder Andrew Vaughn to discuss his progress in his rookie season. Later, Levine and Haugh discussed White Sox star first baseman Jose Abreu and Cubs star infielder/outfielder Kris Bryant both struggling in June and the effect that has had on their respective team's lineup.

Jun 26, 202141 min
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