David Haugh & Bruce Levine open Inside the Clubhouse by discussing pitchers and catchers reporting & the start of spring training next week. Next, the two get into a heated debate about the reports of Jerry Reinsdorf apparently asking for $1 Billion of public funding for the new White Sox stadium. White Sox pitcher Michael Soroka joins the show. We close hour one by discussing more about the White Sox stadium.
Feb 17, 2024•46 min
Nico Hoerner joins Inside The Clubhouse with David Haugh & Bruce Levine to discuss the start of spring training this week and expectations for the Cubs this season. Pedro Grifol gives us some chin music about the Sox being able to be a major contender in the AL Central this year. We close the show discussing the Cubs pitching.
Feb 17, 2024•41 min
Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito opened their show by sharing their excitement as the start of spring training nears. They also took calls from Cubs and White Sox fans. After that, new White Sox shortstop Paul DeJong joined the show to discuss the goals for himself and the team this season. Later, Levine and Esposito discussed former White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen and his Venezuelan team winning the Caribbean Series on Friday.
Feb 10, 2024•48 min
In the final hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by new Cubs first baseman Michael Busch to discuss his trade from the Los Angeles Dodgers to Chicago and what he wants to accomplish in 2024. Later, longtime sports reporter George Ofman joined the show to discuss his new book "Tell Me a Story I Don't Know."
Feb 10, 2024•42 min
Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito opened their show by discussing when the White Sox may trade right-hander Dylan Cease. After that, Cubs general manager Carter Hawkins joined the show to discuss the club's offseason. Later, Levine and Esposito remembered the life and legacy of an integral member of the Cubs organization who passed away recently.
Feb 03, 2024•46 min
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito conducted the Chin Music segment, with a focus on the White Sox's future. After that, ballpark design expert Mike Bucek joined the show to discuss the White Sox considering building a new ballpark in the South Loop. Later, Levine and Esposito discussed former Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein returning to the Red Sox organization as a part-owner and advisor.
Feb 03, 2024•43 min
Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by Cubs general manager Carter Hawkins to discuss the club's moves this offseason and what may come next.
Feb 03, 2024•18 min
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing the Cubs' slow-moving offseason, which picked up steam while they were live on air as reliever Hector Neris agreed to a one-year deal with the club. Later, White Sox general manager Chris Getz joined the show to discuss the team's moves this offseason, shortstop prospect Colson Montgomery's timeline for reaching the big leagues, trade talks surrounding right-hander Dylan Cease and more.
Jan 27, 2024•44 min
Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by White Sox general manager Chris Getz to discuss the team's moves this offseason, shortstop prospect Colson Montgomery's timeline for reaching the big leagues, trade talks surrounding right-hander Dylan Cease and more.
Jan 27, 2024•18 min
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Joe Girardi to discuss the Cubs' moves this offseason, the team's chances of re-signing outfielder/first baseman Cody Bellinger, expectations for new manager Craig Counsell and more. After that, Levine and Haugh discussed how the Cubs led MLB with seven prospects on MLB Pipeline's newly released top-100 prospects list. Later, they conducted their Chin Music segment with a focus on White Sox right-hande...
Jan 27, 2024•42 min
Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Joe Girardi to discuss the Cubs' moves this offseason, the team's chances of re-signing outfielder/first baseman Cody Bellinger, expectations for new manager Craig Counsell and more.
Jan 27, 2024•21 min
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing how the White Sox are exploring the possibility of building a new stadium in the South Loop. What could the timeline be for that? Cubs director of pro scouting Andrew Bassett then joined the show to discuss the team's addition of left-hander Shota Imanaga and other moves that could be on the horizon this offseason. Later, Levine and Haugh conducted their Chin Music segment.
Jan 20, 2024•45 min
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh discussed how the White Sox are exploring the possibility of building a new stadium in the South Loop, which led to a debate on owner Jerry Reinsdorf's legacy and whether such a move would improve it. After that, White Sox director of player development Paul Janish joined the show to discuss the team's farm system and offseason work. Later, the guys discussed who could be inducted in the next Hall of Fame class.
Jan 20, 2024•40 min
Bruce Levine and David Haugh discussed how the White Sox are exploring the possibility of building a new stadium in the South Loop, which led to a debate on owner Jerry Reinsdorf's legacy and whether such a move would improve it.
Jan 20, 2024•21 min
Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show live from Cubs Convention, where they discussed the festivities and the latest Cubs storylines. Later, Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson joined the show to discuss what he's been up to and to preview the 2024 season.
Jan 13, 2024•47 min
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Cubs president of business operations Crane Kenney and president of baseball operations live from Cubs Convention.
Jan 13, 2024•43 min
Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson to preview the upcoming season.
Jan 13, 2024•12 min
Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer to discuss the team's addition of left-hander Shota Imanaga and what the next moves could be for the club this offseason.
Jan 13, 2024•19 min
Jan 08, 2024•45 min
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by Hall of Fame broadcaster and friend of the show Bob Costas to discuss how baseball has evolved through the years.
Jan 06, 2024•31 min
In the final hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by Cubs reliever Mark Leiter Jr. to discuss his breakout 2023 season and the team's hiring of Craig Counsell as its new manager. Later, Levine and Esposito discussed White Sox star center fielder Luis Robert's future with the organization.
Dec 30, 2023•44 min
Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito opened their show by discussing the Cubs' really quiet offseason. When will they make a move of substance? Later, Bob Nightengale of USA Today joined the show to discuss the White Sox's recent additions in free agency.
Dec 30, 2023•44 min
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by former Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti to discuss the MLB offseason. After that, newly promoted Cubs vice president of baseball strategy Meghan Jones joined the show to discuss her new role. She's the first woman to have a vice president title in baseball operations in franchise history. Later, Levine and Esposito discussed the MLB rule tweaks that will be implemented in the 2024 season.
Dec 23, 2023•43 min
Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito opened their show by discussing what's next for the Cubs and White Sox as they continue to be rather quiet with MLB free agency playing out. They also discussed a Japanese pitcher who could be headed for Chicago and when the White Sox will begin to trade a few of their valued pieces.
Dec 23, 2023•42 min
Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito opened their show by reacting to the Cubs' failure to land two-way star Shohei Ohtani in free agency, as he signed with the Dodgers. Where do the Cubs go from here? Later, White Sox senior advisor to pitching Brian Bannister joined the show to discuss what philosophy he'll bring to his new team and what the rotation and bullpen will look like in 2024.
Dec 16, 2023•44 min
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by Dodgers broadcaster Jerry Hairston Jr. to discuss two-way star Shohei Ohtani signing with the organization. Later, Cubs assistant general manager Jared Banner joined the show to discuss the team's farm system, center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong's outlook in 2024, first baseman Matt Mervis' progress, left-hander Jordan Wicks' likely role and more.
Dec 16, 2023•43 min
In the final hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by powerful MLB agent Scott Boras, who represents the likes of center fielder Cody Bellinger, ace Blake Snell, third baseman Matt Chapman and first baseman Rhys Hoskins. All of those players remain free agents. Boras discussed what those players can bring teams and also detailed what it will take for the Cubs to re-sign Bellinger.
Dec 16, 2023•20 min
In the second hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by Blue Jays television announcer Buck Martinez to discuss the rumors that two-way star Shohei Ohtani will sign with Toronto. Later, Levine and Esposito discussed whether the Cubs could re-sign center fielder/first baseman Cody Bellinger and if the White Sox will trade right-hander Dylan Cease.
Dec 09, 2023•40 min
Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito opened their show by discussing two-way star Shohei Ohtani's free agency. The Cubs remain in pursuit of Ohtani as rumors about his next destination intensify. After that, legendary MLB manager Jim Leyland joined the show to react to being elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Later, Levine and Esposito discussed whether the White Sox could eventually leave the South Side in the wake of owner Jerry Reinsdorf recently meeting with the Nashville mayor.
Dec 09, 2023•45 min
In the final hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Ryan Dempster to discuss the moves the Cubs could make this offseason and former manager Lou Piniella's Hall of Fame candidacy. Later, Levine shared a name in the running to replace Jason Benetti in the White Sox's television booth.
Dec 02, 2023•41 min
