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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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Jim Deshaies breaks down the Cubs' hitting woes (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito opened their show by celebrating the White Sox ending their 14-game losing streak before discussing the futures of ace Garrett Crochet and star center fielder Luis Robert Jr. with the organization. Later, Marquee Sports Network analyst Jim Deshaies joined the show to discussed the Cubs' recent struggles.

Jun 08, 202445 min

Steve Stone talks White Sox ending their 14-game losing streak (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and Mike Esposito were joined by White Sox television analyst Steve Stone to discuss the club ending its 14-game losing streak with a win against the Red Sox on Friday evening. After that, Levine and Esposito held the Chin Music segment, in which they discussed White Sox manager Pedro Grifol's job security. Later, they discussed trade possibilities for the Cubs.

Jun 08, 202442 min

Mental mistakes continue to cost the Cubs (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 5-4 loss to the Reds on Friday afternoon, which featured third-base coach Willie Harris making a "bad send" that resulted in infielder Nick Madrigal getting thrown out at the plate in the ninth inning. Later, the guys continued to discuss how the Cubs have been hurt my mental mistakes recently.

Jun 02, 202447 min

Cubs bench coach Ryan Flaherty & White Sox shortstop Paul DeJong (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Cubs bench coach Ryan Flaherty to discuss the club's recent slump and offensive woes. Later, White Sox shortstop Paul DeJong joined the show to for a candid conversation about his future with the organization and what veterans on the team expect ahead of the trade deadline.

Jun 02, 202441 min

Cubs have a Kyle Hendricks issue, Chip Caray joins the show (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and Mark Grote opened their show by discussing the Cubs' recent issues and struggling right-hander Kyle Hendricks' future after he was moved from the rotation to the bullpen. Later, Cardinals television play-by-play announcer Chip Caray joined the show to take a trip down memory lane and to preview the game between St. Louis and the Chicago Cubs on Saturday evening.

May 25, 202446 min

Ken Rosenthal talks Craig Counsell & Ozzie Guillen surprises us by calling in (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and Mark Grote were joined by Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic to discuss the state of the Cubs, manager Craig Counsell's leadership and the latest White Sox storylines. Then out of the blue, NBC Sports Chicago analyst Ozzie Guillen called in to discuss the White Sox. Later, Levine and Grote held their Chin Music segment, where they discussed the controversial ending to the White Sox's loss to the Orioles on Thursday.

May 25, 202443 min

What will the Cubs do with Kyle Hendricks? + Jameson Taillon interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing Cubs veteran right-hander Kyle Hendricks' continued struggles and the club's tough decision on what to do with him next. Later, Cubs right-hander Jameson Taillon joined the show to discuss his return from injury and the starting rotation's superb performance this season.

May 18, 202446 min

Is the media too negative about the White Sox? (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh debated whether the media has been too negative about the White Sox this season. After that, they held their Chin Music segment, where they discussed Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong's comment that Pirates rookie sensation Paul Skenes isn't unhittable. Later, White Sox reliever Jordan Leasure joined the show to discuss his rookie campaign.

May 18, 202441 min

Hayden Wesneski talks his role with Cubs, relationship with other pitchers on staff (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Cubs right-hander Hayden Wesneski to discuss his role on the club and his relationship with other pitchers on the staff. After that, Levine and Haugh reacted to former White Sox ace Dylan Cease's recent comments about why the team was such a failure in 2023. Later, the guys previewed the Cubs-Pirates game later Saturday afternoon, when Pittsburgh top pitching prospect Paul Skenes is scheduled to make his MLB debut.

May 11, 202442 min

Steve Stone talks White Sox's winning streak, who could be traded on team (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the Cubs placing shortstop Dansby Swanson on the injured list with a knee sprain. What will that mean for the team? After that, White Sox television analyst Steve Stone joined the show to discuss the club's three-game winning streak and which players could be traded later this summer.

May 11, 202442 min

The White Sox & John Schriffen are off to a rocky start (Hour 2)

To open hour two of Inside the Clubhouse, David Haugh & Bruce Levine discuss the White Sox and if there's anything positive to takeaway from this start to the season. A caller then brings up John Schriffen, which leads to a discussion about his mixed reviews from White Sox fans. We close the show with some Chin Music.

May 04, 202439 min

Nick Nastrini talks MLB debut, growing as a big league pitcher (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by White Sox rookie right-hander Nick Nastrini to discuss his MLB debut earlier this week and his developmental process. After that, Levine and Haugh listened and reacted to former White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson's comment about how he wants Chicago fans to remember him. Later, they previewed the Cubs-Marlins doubleheader Saturday.

Apr 20, 202440 min

Patrick Wisdom talks about rejoining Cubs and playing under Craig Counsell (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing whether the Cubs have an issue with their closer role and floated a name who could help be the answer. Later, Cubs infielder Patrick Wisdom joined the show to discuss what it has been like rejoining the team and to share his impressions of manager Craig Counsell.

Apr 20, 202442 min

Cubs rookie Ben Brown talks start of his MLB career (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Cubs rookie right-hander Ben Brown to discuss the start of his MLB career. After that, Levine and Haugh discussed whether it's acceptable for Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani to duck the media as much as he does. Later, they shared their early impressions of new Cubs manager Craig Counsell.

Apr 06, 202440 min

White Sox lefty Garrett Crochet details his confidence as a starter (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by recapping the Cubs and White Sox suffering losses on Opening Day on Thursday. After that, White Sox left-hander Garrett Crochet joined the show to discuss his strong outing on Opening Day and why he believes he can be an effective starter in MLB as he makes the transition to the rotation from the bullpen.

Mar 30, 202442 min

Yan Gomes explains how he's impacting a young Cubs rotation (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh discussed the Cubs' pitching options to replace ace Justin Steele, who suffered a left hamstring strain Thursday that will send him to the injured list. Later, Cubs catcher Yan Gomes joined the show to share how his experience is helping mold the youngsters in the club's rotation.

Mar 30, 202442 min

Predictions for 2024 MLB season (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh shared their predictions for the 2024 MLB season, as they picked division winners, the playoff teams and the World Series champion. After that, they discussed Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani finding himself in the middle of a gambling scandal.

Mar 23, 202438 min

Ron Coomer shares his expectations for Cubs entering 2024 season (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to Cubs left-hander Justin Steele getting banged up when he took a comebacker off the knee Friday. After that, Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer joined the show to share his expectations for the club in 2024. Later, Levine and Haugh debated who the Cubs' designated hitter could be on Opening Day.

Mar 23, 202444 min

Breaking down Dylan Cease trade, Sammy Sosa's comments on relationship with Cubs (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by breaking down the White Sox's trade of ace Dylan Cease to the Padres for four players, including three prospects. What does the deal mean for the team's roster this season? Later, the guys held the Chin Music segment, where they reacted to Cubs legend Sammy Sosa's recent comments about his strained relationship with the organization he starred for.

Mar 16, 202443 min

Rick Sutcliffe shares Cubs stories & his speech to current team (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by former Cubs pitcher Rick Sutcliffe to reminisce and to share details of the speech he gave the current club in spring training. After that, Levine and Haugh discussed their favorite memories of the 1984 Cubs. Later, the guys reacted to the White Sox moving right-hander Michael Kopech from the rotation to the bullpen.

Mar 16, 202440 min

Cubs send Pete Crow-Armstrong to Triple-A, Dustin Kelly interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the Cubs sending 21-year-old outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong to Triple-A Iowa. After that, Cubs hitting coach Dustin Kelly joined the show to discuss the team's progress in spring training. Later, Levine and Haugh conducted their Chin Music segment.

Mar 09, 202444 min

Jim Thome talks working with White Sox this spring training (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by Hall of Fame slugger Jim Thome to discuss his work with White Sox hitters this spring. Later, Levine and Haugh discussed Cubs manager Craig Counsell's comments on how he makes a lineup and how he doesn't care about the outside the noise when making it.

Mar 09, 202440 min

Cody Bellinger talks his return to a Craig Counsell-led Cubs team (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by discussing the latest Cubs and White Sox storylines from spring training. Later, Cubs outfielder Cody Bellinger joined the show to discuss his return to the club on a three-year, $80-million deal and what his impressions are of new manager Craig Counsell.

Mar 02, 202443 min

Nicky Lopez talks playing for his hometown White Sox (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Bruce Levine and David Haugh were joined by new White Sox infielder Nicky Lopez to discuss his role this upcoming season and how he deals with the pressure of playing for his hometown team. Later, Levine and Haugh conducted their Chin Music segment, poking a little fun at Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong after he had issues with the sun Friday against the White Sox.

Mar 02, 202430 min

Cubs beat White Sox in spring training opener, Pete Crow-Armstrong interview (Hour 1)

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 8-1 win against the White Sox on Friday in their spring training opener. Did the game tell us anything about the teams' future? Later, Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong joined the show to discuss his work in the offseason, how spring training is going and his goals for the 2024 season.

Feb 24, 202446 min
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