The Beat: Recent Episodes
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WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Andy Masur talk to WGN Radio’s Sports Director and the voice of the Northwestern Wildcats, Dave Eanet. Dave shares his thoughts on the upcoming college football season, how schools and conferences are approaching a return to play amongst a pandemic, and more.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Andy Masur talk to James Fegan of The Athletic about Luis Robert falling after hitting a home run, Ricky Renteria managing the team during a shortened season, and Michael Kopech choosing to sit out the 2020 season.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Andy Masur talk to Dr Jeffrey Kopin, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, about sports returning and the latest updates about the coronavirus. This includes a message from the doctor explaining why getting the vaccine, when it’s available, is important.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Jordan Bernfield talk to Kamau Murray, the President of XS Tennis and Education Foundation, about growing up in Chicago, coaching athletes such as Sloane Stephens, and more.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman, Jordan Bernfield and Adam Hoge talk Bears as the NFL season draws closer to the start.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Jordan Bernfield talk to Blackhawks color analyst Troy Murray about the career of Marian Hossa, the NHL returning, and the Hawks’ chances against the Oilers in a playoff situation.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Jordan Bernfield talk to The Chicago Dogs co-owner Shawn Hunter about the team’s plan to re-open and allow fans in during the pandemic and what precautions the team is taking before they begin playing games.
Chicago Tribune sportswriter Teddy Greenstein joins WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Kevin Powell about how schools such as Ohio State, Michigan, UCLA and others approach handling their student athletes when the fall semester begins.
MLB.com baseball reporter Russ Dorsey joins WGN Radio’s Sports Central and talks to Mark Carman and Kevin Powell.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Kevin Powell talk to Doctor Jeffrey Kopin, MD, chief medical officer at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, about what the next step for sports are going to be now with athletes getting tested positive for the coronavirus.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Joe Brand talk to Atlanta Braves broadcaster Chip Caray about the home run race bewteen Sammy Sosa and Mark McGwire during the 1998 season.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Joe Brand talk to the White Sox’s first round draft pick Garrett Crochet.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Joe Brand talk to former Chicago Bear Sam Acho about the event he hosted with athletes from the Cubs, Bulls, Bears and Blackhawks where they listened to members of the community about their struggles, how he hopes for change in the NFL down the road, and how he explains learning […]
WGN Radio’s Blackhawks insider Chris Boden talks to Mark Carman and Andy Masur about the latest update in the NHL’s plan in return to play and how the Blackhawks can fare against the Oilers in a five game playoff series.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman talks to White Sox Amateur Scouting Director Mike Shirley about what the team looks at ahead of a 5 round draft due to the coronavirus.
WGN Radio’s Andy Masur and Mark Carman talk to White Sox radio broadcaster Darrin Jackson about the state of baseball as well as the climate of the protests across the country.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Andy Masur talk to new Bulls play by play broadcaster Adam Amin about getting his dream job of calling Bulls games, his inspirations growing up, and if he’s talked to Neil Funk since getting the job.
Mark Carman and Andy Masur talk to former Bull Craig Hodges. Craig shares how he got involved in speaking out growing up and where the country can go from here as protests continue following the death of George Floyd.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Andy Masur talk to baseball insider from Bleacher Report Scott Miller about the latest between the negotiations between the players and owners and more.
WGN Radio’s Joe Brand joins Mark Carman and Jordan Bernfield to talk about his audio piece about Mike Strubin and his tales from the 2005 clubhouse with the Chicago White Sox. You can listen to Joe’s great piece here.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Jordan Bernfield talk to former Bulls Media Relations staff Tom Smithburg shares the story of sneaking Dennis Rodman out of the United Center, Phil Jackson’s roll in “The Last Dance”, and what made him allow Mark Carman to cover the team in 1998.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Jordan Bernfield talk to Kathy Harrison, the Indiana Pacers fan who went viral over her appearance on ESPN’s The Last Dance. You can read about Kathy’s fandom in The Athletic here, and you can follow the writer, Scott Agness, here.
Former Bulls guard Ennis Whatley joins WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Jordan Bernfield about playing with Michael Jordan, the “cocaine circus”, the ESPN documentary “The Last Dane” and more.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Jordan Bernfield talk to Phil Rizzo from Little League Illinois about the new rules and regulations the state could face and what it means for parents and the players.
Ira Kaufman from 95.9/106.9 FM in West Palm Beach shares how his connection to the Chicago Bulls led to him becoming a huge sports fan for the rest of his life. [audio https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3758552/3758552_2020-05-17-053552.64kmono.mp3
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Kevin Powell talk to Jake Rogal, producer of ‘The Last Dance’ documentary on ESPN and Netflix. Jake shares his insight into putting the documentary together and how it all came to be.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Kevin Powell talk to Elmhurst Native Brian Costello. Brian has been playing his bagpipes for his neighbors as a source of entertainment during the Coronavirus pandemic.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Kevin Powell talk to Bears writer John Mullin from NBC Sports Chicago and former player Glen Kozlowski as they talk about the legacy Michael McCaskey.
Joe Brand helps tell the story of Mike Strubin, the White Sox bat boy for arguably the golden age of Chicago baseball on the south side.
Former Yahoo contributor Kevin Kaduk talks sports and other topics with WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Andy Masur. Topics include a story he wrote on former Blackhawks President John McDonough.
Andrew Goldberg joins WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Andy Masur to discuss his ongoing collection of ticket stubs from games Michael Jordan played in.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Andy Masur open the phone lines and talk to moms, sons, daughters and husbands about what their moms did for them when it came to sports. Whether it be taking them to games, teaching them a sport, or washing their uniforms, sports moms are the best!
Brad Rosen, Managing Partner at Sports World, joins WGN Radio’s Sports Central with Mark Carman and Andy Masur. How are they staying in business during the pandemic? Brad shares that info and how you can get your sports memorabilia during this difficult time.
Former Chicago White Sox slugger Bill Melton talks with WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Andy Masur. Melton shares some stories about Michael Jordan playing baseball with the White Sox and thoughts on if baseball will return this year.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Andy Masur talk to Doctor Jeffrey Kopin, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital. When can Chicago sports fans see their teams on the field? Or when can they attend games? Dr Kopin explains.
With no baseball until the foreseeable future, Chicago Tribune writer Paul Sullivan joins Sports Central with Mark Carman and Kevin Powell to discuss the possibility of baseball returning and the new documentary about Sammy Sosa and Mark McGwire.
With the Bears declining the 5th year option to Mitch Trubisky, what are the decisions the Bears are facing going forward? Our Bears insider Adam Hoge joins Mark Carman and Kevin Powell.
Chicago Bulls writer Sam Smith talks to Mark Carman and Kevin Powell about “The Last Dance” documentary and who shared his insider information during the Bulls championship runs.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman and Kevin Powell talk to Ron Cassidy, the Director of Golf for the Glenview Park District about what measures they’re taking to protect golfers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Blackhawks announced the release of John McDonough earlier this week, who could replace him in the Blackhawks front office? Charlie Roumeliotis from NBC Sports Chicago breaks down the possibilities the Blackhawks have could the NHL return this season.
Sports Historian Jack Silverstein joins WGN Radio’s Mark Carman as the two preview the upcoming Bulls documentary “The Last Dance”. What are they looking forward to seeing on the documentary the most? Should Dennis Rodman’s number be retired? The guys discuss those questions and more.
Mark Cuban talks to WGN Radio’s Mark Carman about the COVID-19 Pandemic, sports, and more.
WGN Radio’s Mark Carman takes callers and shares some classic MJ stories ahead of the debut of “The Last Dance” documentary airing on ESPN. Also in this podcast is a conversation with former Bears Offensive Lineman Kyle Long, is Trubisky the starting QB this year?
Nick Bollettieri talks to Mark Carman about how his coaching made an impact on peoples life and how he saw the rise of both Venus and Serena Williams impacted the tennis world.
Mark Carman talks to former Bull and NBA player B.J Armstrong. Including Armstrong’s thoughts on the hiring of the newest member of the Bulls front office and shares some great memories from his playing days.
Mark Carman hosts a special of hour of Sports Central continuing the discussion on former White Sox broadcaster, Ed Farmer. Guests on the show include Ken “Hawk” Harrelson, Bill Melton, and Tom Marro.
Mark Carman talks to Jack Silverstein, who is writing a book on the Chicago Bulls dynasty of the 1990’s.
With baseball season on hold due to COVID-19, many fans wonder if there will be a season at all in 2020. Taylor McGregor was in Arizona when the news broke and shares her thoughts on the announcement from MLB to suspend the season and if there will be baseball played come this summer.
Bears Tight End Ben Braunecker talks to Mark Carman and Kevin Powell about how his degree from Harvard comes into play during the Coronavirus Pandemic and how the Jimmy Graham signing impacts the team.
Mark Carman and Jordan Bernfield are in for a jam-packed Sports Central. Northwestern women’s basketball head coach, Joe McKeown, shares his thoughts on the NCAA Tournament cancellation. WGN Radio’s Dave Eanet gives his reaction to being at the Big 10 tournament during the coronavirus scare. Dr. Bob Wright coaches through the isolation people will face […]
Mark Carman is in for a shortened Sports Central. How do you want the White Sox to handle the Astros this season? Would you want them to hit the Astros hitters when they come up to bat? Or would you rather them just try and beat them? Later Mark shares some audio from Michael Jordan […]
Mark Carman and producer Curtis Koch talk about the Astros sign stealing and the sportsmanship taken away from baseball. Later Chris Myers joins the show to talk Cubs and joining Marquee Sports Network.
Mark Carman brings a fun show of Sports Central to the airwaves of WGN. Could Tom Brady really come to the Bears? Mark discusses the possibilities and take listener phone calls. Would you want #12 on the Bears? Later, Carm chats to Rich King, covering the White Sox down in Arizona. Can you believe that […]
It's a short show this week with Mark Carman! Guests include Elise Menaker discussing her upcoming work at the Marquee Network, Magic Johnson tells an incredible Michael Jordan story, Kris Bryant, Kenny Smith, and more!
It’s a long show with Mark Carman and Kevin Powell, but it’s got something for everyone! Guests include Porter Moser on his new book, Martha Stewart judges your sleeping habits, and Dez Clark talks Bears, Cole Wright, Shannon Sharpe, and more! Plus some fun along the way including “Carm at the Movies”, your favorite pairings […]
Cole Wright, the newest member of Marquee Sports Network, talks with Kevin Powell and Mark Carman about his Chicago ties and growing up a Cub fan.
Horace Grant talks about a wide variety of topics with Mark Carman. From who he hated on the Detroit Pistons, to growing up in Georgia, and who was the best Bulls team of the 1990’s. He also talks about why all basketball fans should come out to the All Star Game in Chicago!
It’s an action packed show to kick off the new year on WGN! First Sam Smith, writer for bulls.com, talks to Mark Carman and Kevin Powell about the legacy Stern leaves behind and the impact he brought to the NBA to making the game what it is today. Just after 7:30, Kevin Fishbain from The […]
Mark Carman and Kevin Powell talk to Gavin Halagiere a freshman at Waubonsie Valley High School, who was featured in Steve Greenberg‘s recent article in The Chicago Sun Times. Hear how Gavin loves being a great teammate and how he’s leading the WVHS Warriors to a 5-3 record so far this season.
Kevin Fishbain from The Athletic talks to Mark Carman and Kevin Powell about the Bears season ending press conference with Matt Nagy and Mitch Trubisky.
Sam Smith, writer for bulls.com, talks to Mark Carman and Kevin Powell about the legacy Stern leaves behind and the impact he brought to the NBA to making the game what it is today.
Mark Carman sits in for two hours to give some of the latest Chicago sports storylines. This includes the recent article about the possibilities of Pat Fitzgerald becoming the next head coach of the Chicago Bears. Do you think it’s likely? Later Carm chats with Adam Hoge from Minnesota ahead of the Bears and Vikings […]
A long week full of stars on Radio Row at Super Bowl 53 continued Friday afternoon with the great wide receiver of all time, Jerry Rice. Adam Hoge sits down with the G.O.A.T. to talk about how the receiver position has changed over the years and rumors of Antonio Brown potentially heading to San Francisco. Adam also talked to a couple of Bears Pro Bowlers: starting defensive end, Akiem Hicks, and former cornerback, Charles Tillman. Other guests include: former Northwestern superback, Danny Viatle; London Fletcher, a linebacker who spent 16 years in the NFL; Greg Jennings, who is most well-known for his days catching passes from Aaron Rodgers; and Ricardo Lockette, who won a Super Bowl with the Seahawks and had a cup of coffee with the Bears as well.
Just as Adam Hoge was about to start his fourth day on Radio Row in Atlanta for Super Bowl 53, the Bears’ all-time leading scorer, Robbie Gould, stopped by the table. Adam asks Robbie if there is any bad blood with the organization and whether he’d consider returning to the team in the future. Brian […]
Adam Hoge talks to a couple of Bears cornerbacks on Radio Row at Super Bowl 53 in Atlanta. Tim Jennings, who was with the team from 2010 through 2014, shares his thoughts on the current roster and especially Pro Bowl corner, Kyle Fuller. Adam also chats with Prince Amukamara, who starts opposite Fuller. They talk about the playoff loss and the motivation heading into next season. Adam also talks with super agent Leigh Steinberg, who represents Patrick Mahomes. Will Gavin of talkSPORT in London, stops by to talk about the growth of the NFL overseas, the potential of having a team based in London, and gives recommendations to Bears fans who plan to travel across the pond for the game against the Raiders next season.
Adam Hoge continues his week on Radio Row at Super 53 in Atlanta with a quarterback who was drafted number two overall in the 1998 NFL Draft, Ryan Leaf. Adam recaps media night by playing some audio of players commenting on Cody Parkey's missed game-winning field goal attempt in the playoffs. Ian O'Connor joins the show to talk about his book about Bill Belichick. Later on, Adam talks to former ESPN Insider, John Clayton.
Adam Hoge is live on Radio Row in Atlanta as the city and the rest of the football world get ready for Super Bowl 53. Adam sits down with Mark Carman of WGN Radio and Fansided to talk about Mitchell Trubisky's appearance in the Pro Bowl and whether he deserved to be there or not. NFL analysts, Ross Tucker (SiriusXM NFL Radio & The Athletic) and Andy Benoit (Sports Illustrated), also stop by. Ross and Andy share their thoughts on the Bears' season and take some time to preview Rams-Patriots.
The Bears are 2-1, the Cubs are trying to clinch the division, and the Bulls are about to get going. It's a busy sports week in Chicago and Mark Carman and Adam Hoge are here to break it all down for you. Hoge tells you why Mitch Trubisky needs to stop being compared to Patrick Mahomes, while Carm tells you which National League teams the Cubs need to be worried about. Oh, and Chris Conte gets a mention in the show too.
Michael Kopech is set to make his Major League debut and Adam Hoge and Mark Carman are here to get you ready. Did the White Sox make the right call to promote Kopech before 2019? The guys also discuss the angst that seems to follow the Cubs. Finally, Hoge recaps the Bears' trip to Denver and what the team was able to accomplish.
On this week's episode of Sports Central, Mark Carman and Adam Hoge discuss the end of Roquan Smith's holdout. Did anyone win? And while everyone is going crazy for David Bote, could you imagine if Daniel Palka was on the Cubs? Finally, the guys discuss Tiger Woods' outstanding weekend and why he is so popular and important for golf.
On this episode of Sports Central, Adam Hoge and Mark Carman discuss fair expectations for the Bears this year, as well as the future of wide receiver Kevin White. The guys also talk about Angel Hernandez and whether or not umpires are being held accountable for their bad calls. Finally, Goldberg the Goalie is in trouble and the mug shot is incredible.
Sports Central is back after a long hiatus and Mark Carman joins Adam Hoge to discuss the Bears' first preseason game and Roquan Smith's holdout. Carm also has an issue with Javy Baez and the guys discuss the messy Urban Meyer situation at Ohio State.
WGN Radio's Adam Hoge is back with your latest episode of Sports Central! Adam had the opportunity to sit down with Chicago White Sox GM, Rick Hahn, and talk about the latest clubhouse movement and improvements happening with the team. WGN Radio's Mark Carman joins in and gives insight into this year's NBA Playoffs and a little bit on the Cubs leading up to the Crosstown.
WGN Radio's Adam Hoge has an intimate conversation with the iconic Chicago broadcaster, columnist, and author Terry Boers. Terry reminisces about his life and elaborates on his time spent on-air in radio and behind the pen with the Chicago Sun-Times. Adam also has Boers share particulars from his new book, "The Score of a Lifetime: 25 Years Talking Chicago Sports."
WGN Radio's Adam Hoge & Mark Carman talks with former Bear's wide receiver Glen Kozlowski on Ryan Pace's recent decisions and the future of the Bears. Later, Adam spends a few minutes with White Sox play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti talking about Jason's first homestand and more!
WGN Radio's Adam Hoge & Kevin Powell give a post-assessment of the Chicago White Sox after Opening Day. Then, the breakdown of Sergio Garcia during Round 1 of the 2018 Masters Tournament. Later in the show, hear interviews with White Sox Color Analyst, Steve Stone and Blackhawks' Coach Q from the Steve Cochran Show. The show finishes up with an important update on Sports Central.
WGN Radio's Kevin Powell gives a rundown of the 2018 Masters Tournament and talks to Chicago White Sox broadcaster Darrin Jackson. Later in the show, hear Justin Kaufman & Andy Masur's interview with Patrick Sharp on the Steve Cochran Show. Kevin finishes off the show with the PGA's "Mashed Potatoes".
WGN Radio's Adam Hoge and Kevin Powell re-cap the NCAA Tournament Championship Game with a focus on Donte DiVincenzo and the Alamodome Final Four horn. The Chicago White Sox get some attention from a whistle and Hoge gives his updated Chicago Bears' Mock Draft 3.0.
WGN Radio's Harry Teinowitz fills in behind the mic and revisits past NCAA Men's Basketball National Championships. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma, @sahadevsharma, brings you up to date on the Chicago Cubs and WGN Radio's Kevin Powell gives a post-San Antonio assessment of the Loyola Ramblers in the Final Four.
WGN Radio's Harry Teinowitz joins Adam Hoge to give a recap of MLB Opening Day for Chicago Baseball and Chicago Blackhawks' unexpected goalie Scott Foster. Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball Assistant Coach, Howard Moore, gives Adam and Terry insight on Loyola vs Michigan. Finally, WGN Sports' Kevin Powell gives an NCAA Final Four update from San Antonio.
WGN Radio's Andy Masur joins Adam Hoge in the studio for your MLB opening day episode of Sports Central. Adam and Andy give a rundown of the Chicago baseball lineups and we get an update with Kevin Powell from San Antonio at the NCAA Men's Basketball Final Four. The show finishes off with the legendary Chicago White Sox announcer, Ken "Hawk" Harrelson.
Adam Hoge is back from vacation and has plenty to talk about! The Athletic's NFL guru Kevin Fishbain, @kfishbain, gives us a recap of the NFL owners' meetings. Adam gives us a rundown of the new NFL rules and we hear an interview with Lou Canellis from the Steve Cochran Show.
WGN Radio's Joe Brand joins Kevin Powell in-studio today. Hear the interview from the Steve Cochran Show with high school coach, Ed Fritz, who coached the Loyola basketball "Kansas" boys. The guys talk about the Cubs future lineup and everything new at Guaranteed Rate Field from the Chicago White Sox Media Day.
Kevin Powell is at the helm today with WGN Radio’s Joe Brand for more Rambler talk. We hear audio of Joey Meyer on The Steve Cochran Show, about Loyola’s push into the Final Four of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Blackhawks pre and post-game voiceman, Chris Boden, gives us insight into the finale of the […]
WGN Radio's Kevin Powell has fully loaded show to cap off the week! Chicago Sun-Times Madeline Kenney joins us again and you can check her out her latest Rambler basketball updates @madkenney. Kevin Fishbain, @kfishbain, from The Athletic gives us insight into the Chicago Bears. WGN Radio's John Williams and Kevin simulcast an interview with Loyola Assistant Athletic Director, Bill Behrns. The show culminates with @GasMoneyBob of Barstool Sports - Chicago!
WGN Radio's Kevin Powell continues to fill in and starts the show with Chicago Sun-Times' columnist, Steve Greenberg, who gives the inside story of the pre-game Ramblers. Kevin shares an interview with Chicago Blackhawks' Alex DeBrincat. Illinois State football player, Devontae Harris, calls in and talks about his push towards the NFL Draft this year. Kevin finishes the show with Patrick Mooney, senior writer for The Athletic Chicago.
WGN Radio's Kevin Powell kicks off the show with the bossman himself; White Sox General Manager, Rick Hahn gives us the teaser. WGN Radio Blackhawks insider, Scott King, joins us on the phone to give his two cents on the current season. WGN Radio's Mark Carman fills out the guest lineup and talks about...everything!
WGN Radio's Kevin Powell is behind the mic on today's episode of Sports Central. Chicago Sun-Times Digital Content Producer and Loyola University alumni, Madeline Kenney, joins Kevin and gives her thoughts on the Ramblers and Sister Jean. Other highlights include interviews with Blackhawks Coach Joel Quenneville, Loyola University Athletic Director Steve Watson, and Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester.
WGN Radio's Kevin Powell hosts today's show and talks about the continued upset streak laid down by the Loyola Ramblers. We hear comments from Sister Jean, an interview with Rick Renteria and more Bears free agency as Adam Hoge joins in from his vacation.
Adam Hoge hosts Sports Central and kicks the hour off with WGN Radio's Mark Carman. They talk Bears free agency acquisitions and the Loyola Ramblers buzzer-beater upset over the University of Miami. Later in the show, we hear audio from Bears GM Ryan Pace's press conference and Loyola's Sister Jean.
Kevin Powell and Jarret Payton co-host today's episode of Sports Central. The guys check in with Adam Hoge from Halas Hall to discuss the Bears free agent signings. And then they give their NCAA Tournament projects. Northwestern coach Chris Collins gives his thoughts on Loyola's chances in the Big Dance.
WGN Radio's Adam Hoge speaks back to back with Jaguars' beat writer, Ryan O'Halloran from the Florida Sun Times-Union, and CBS Sports Philadelphia's Reuben Frank about wide receiver Allen Robinson and tight end Trey Burton. Later on, Adam Jahns from the Chicago Sun-Times gives his two cents on the Bears free agency fiesta.
With all the Bears news pouring in, The Hoge & Jahns Podcast takes over Sports Central in a special episode. The guys love the Allen Robinson signing and think it makes the Bears look better around the league. They also discuss the Trey Burton signing, while Jahns makes the case for Jimmy Graham instead. It's a jam-packed football free agency frenzy and Hoge & Jahns have it all covered.
Adam Hoge is back from Arizona and the Camelback Ranch, White Sox training facility. WGN Radio's Kevin Powell joins Adam in-studio discussing the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament selection and the return of Tiger Woods' game. Chicago Tribune columnist, Teddy Greenstein, calls in with his NCAA Tournament selection thoughts.
WGN Radio's Mark Carman fills in while Adam Hoge continues his coverage from the White Sox training facility in Arizona. Mark talks NBA basketball starting with Derek Rose returning to the court and reuniting with Tom Thibodeau. Carman also gives his NCAA tournament selection tips. Adam Hoge joins the conversation from the Camelback Ranch with a White Sox Spring Training update.
Adam Hoge is at Cambelback Ranch in Arizona at the White Sox Spring Training Facility. He talks to Matt Davidson, who spent time as the team's designated hitter last year and is battling for more playing time this season. Adam also has a conversation with Aaron Rowand, who played center field for the White Sox from 2001 through 2005, and now works with the organization as an outfield instructor. Later on, Adam talks Bears with Dan Wiederer of the Chicago Tribune.
WGN Radio's Kevin Powell fills in for Adam Hoge, who is in Arizona covering the White Sox. Kevin kicks off the show talking about the Cubs' hot start to Spring Training. He then talks to Chris Boden, who hosts the Blackhawks Pre and Postgame shows for WGN Radio. Later on, Adam dials in from Camelback Ranch to give an update on the White Sox.
Adam Hoge starts the show with the breaking news about the Bears deciding not to use the franchise tag on cornerback, Kyle Fuller. Adam also breaks down his latest mock draft, where he has the Bears taking Iowa's Josh Jackson with the 8th overall pick. WGN Radio's Kevin Powell sits in as a co-host, and they bring in The Athletics's Kevin Fishbain to get some more insight into the NFL offseason.