Mike Esposito sits in for David Haugh with Bruce Levine this week. As we enter Memorial Day weekend and the roughly 1/3rd mark of the MLB season, the guys look into who they and listeners believe the Cubs and White Sox really are this year.
In the second hour of the show, Bruce and David have some chin music to deal with. Sox legend Ozzie Guillen did not think Tim Anderson needed the afternoon off this week and he let it be known. Anderson didn't think Ozzie should be concerned and he responded as such. Bruce and David discuss this past week's White Sox drama. Rich King spent years covering sports here in Chicago and he has many stories to tell. He joins the guys to tell you where you can find his latest book.
Both sides of town had a rough week in the Chicago baseball world. Bruce and David are back with another great edition of Inside the Clubhouse. The guys start the show by recapping the week that was for both the Sox and the Cubs. It was a memorable debut for Cubs relief pitcher Brandon Hughes on Tuesday night. Is he the bullpen help the Cubs have been looking for? Bruce and David talk with the Cubs rookie about his call up to the big leagues.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and Mark Grote were joined by Yankees radio broadcaster Suzyn Waldman to discuss what's behind New York's hot start to the season. She also explained why she absolutely loves Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo. Later, White Sox outfielder Adam Engel joined the show to explain why the team's early struggles are no reason to panic.
Bruce Levine was joined by Mark Grote, who was pinch-hitting as David Haugh had the weekend off. They started their show by recapping the week that was for the Cubs and White Sox. Grote then asked White Sox fans whether it's time to panic yet after bad losses to the Yankees on Thursday and Friday. Later, the guys discussed whether the Theo Epstein-era Cubs were a success with just one World Series title.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by White Sox ace Lucas Giolito to discuss the muscle he added in the offseason, why he loves using Codify and more. Later, Cubs Radio color analyst Ron Coomer joined the show to preview the team's doubleheader against the Dodgers at Wrigley Field on Saturday and to discuss what the club needs to do to get back on track.
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by breaking down the latest White Sox and Cubs storylines. Did this week mark the beginning of a White Sox turnaround? Later, Cubs reliever Mychal Givens joined the show to discuss the keys to his success and why he loves playing on the North Side.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Cubs slugger Alfonso Rivas to reflect on his long journey to the big leagues and to explain why he's just getting started. Later, White Sox infielder Jake Burger joined the show to discuss his strong start, the team's struggles and what lies ahead.
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing the recent struggles of the Cubs and White Sox. Later, Angels manager Joe Maddon joined the show to discuss his team's strong play and the latest hot topics across MLB.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by White Sox assistant general manager Jeremy Haber to discuss the club's recent struggles, right-hander Michael Kopech's progress and more. Later, Levine and Haugh discussed the Yankees intentionally walking Tigers slugger Miguel Cabrera on Thursday as he was one hit short of 3,000 for his career, a move that upset fans.
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the latest news and storylines in Chicago baseball, including White Sox fans being upset with manager Tony La Russa's lineup choices. Later, Cubs third baseman Patrick Wisdom joined the show to discuss his red-hot hitting of late, the team's recent performance and what's different in the clubhouse this season.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Tampa Bay radio play-by-play announcer Dave Wills to break down the Rays-White Sox series and matchup. He also shared stories from his long journey in broadcasting. After that, Cubs third-base coach Willie Harris joined the show to discuss the team's early performance and what goes into being good as his job. Later, Levine and Haugh discussed the significance of Jackie Robinson Day in MLB.
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by recapping the week that was for the Cubs and White Sox and by sharing their biggest takeaways. Later, White Sox infielder Josh Harrison joined the show to discuss his transition to his new team, how the club has played early on and more.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh discussed the White Sox getting hit by the injury bug just as the season opens. How much of the injury woes are due to a shortened spring training? Later, Russ Dorsey of Bally Sports and Stadium joined the show to discuss the latest Cubs and White Sox storylines. How will each team fare this season?
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the Cubs earning a win and the White Sox suffering a loss in their respective season openers. Later, Cubs reliever David Robertson joined the show to discuss earning a save in the team's victory to start the season, his expectations for the year and more.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by White Sox manager Tony La Russa to discuss his recent comments that didn't sit well with fans and what he believes his team can accomplish this season. Later, Levine and Haugh shared their predictions for the new MLB season, including who will win the big awards and the World Series.
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the White Sox's trade of reliever Craig Kimbrel to the Dodgers for outfielder AJ Pollock. After that, Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner joined the show to discuss his goals for the new season. Later, Levine and Haugh debated whether these White Sox are better than their team last year.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh discussed White Sox ace Lucas Giolito being upset by heading to arbitration with the team after a dispute over $50,000. Why are the White Sox making a stink about that amount of money? Later, White Sox reliever Kendall Graveman joined the show to preview the new season and to explain why he's so excited to pitch on the South Side.
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the latest storylines out of spring training and pondering important questions. Will catcher Willson Contreras open the season with the Cubs or be traded soon? Later, Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward joined the show to preview the team's season and to explain why he loves Chicago so much.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by White Sox outfielder Andrew Vaughn to discuss what he has been working to improve on and to preview the start of the new season. Later, Cubs first baseman Frank Schwindel joined the show to reflect on his breakout 2021 campaign and to explain what he can do to be even better in 2022.
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing where the big-name free agents have landed in recent days and how those moves will shape the 2022 season. Also, are the rosters set for the Cubs and White Sox or will they continue to make additions?
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by White Sox television analyst Steve Stone to discuss the team's needs as free agency ramps back up. Later, Levine and Haugh conducted their Chicago Bound segment, pondering star free-agent shortstop Carlos Correa's fit with the Cubs.
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by celebrating the return of baseball, as MLB owners and players agreed on a new labor deal Thursday. After that, Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer joined the show to discuss manager David Ross getting a contract extension and which free agents make the most sense for the team.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by former MLB commissioner Fay Vincent to discuss the current lockout and how owners and players could find a way to reach common ground on a new labor deal.
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing the MLB lockout, as the two sides continue to be at odds. After that, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times hopped on the show to discuss the Cubs minor league players who have started practice in Arizona.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline to discuss the top prospects for the Cubs and White Sox. Later, Ken Davidoff of the New York Post joined the show to discuss the labor negotiations between MLB owners and players.
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by sharing the latest updates in the labor negotiations between the MLB owners and players. A deadline to avoid cancelling regular-season games is fast approaching, and it isn't looking good. Later, Cubs minor league outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong joined the show to discuss the labor issues, what it has been like getting camp started, his goals for the season and more.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh took at look at the minor leagues, as the lockout doesn't affect them and Cubs and White Sox prospects are getting back on the field. After that, Cubs vice president of player development Jared Banner joined the show to discuss the top prospects in the team's farm system. Later, Levine and Haugh examined the White Sox's best young prospects as well.
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by sharing the latest in the labor negotiations as the MLB lockout continues. The start of the regular season is in jeopardy of not starting on time. Later, Negro Leagues Museum president Bob Kendrick joined the show to discuss why he's proud of black history in baseball and why you need to check the museum out.
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh talk with Cubs radio analyst Ron Coomer about the MLB lockout and what it takes as a radio analyst to get ready for the year on short notice. Later, Ryan Horvat of BET QL hops on to break down some of his favorite Super Bowl bets.
