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Chicago Sports

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English


Episodes
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4/22 8AM: Tom Waddle/Shot or No Shot

4/22/2026
Hour 3: Former Chicago Bears Wide Receiver and afternoon radio co-host ESPN Chicago Tom Waddle joined Kap & J. Hood with updates on the Bears offseason. Kap & J. Hood played Shot or No Shot, took a trip Around The NFL w Tom Waddle and the Kap & J. Hood Classic Cut of the day.

Duration:00:46:08

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4/22 7AM: Courtney Cronin

4/22/2026
Hour 2: National Bears Reporter for ESPN Courtney Cronin Joined Kap & J. Hood with updates on the Bears and the latest NFL storylines. Kap & J. Hood discussed Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel has broken his silence on the rumors surrounding his relationship with fired NFL reporter Dianna Russini. Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs with major wins last night.

Duration:00:40:32

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4/22 6AM: Billy Donovan Say "No Dice" to the Chicago Bulls!

4/22/2026
Hour 1: Kap & J. Hood discussed that Billy Donovan said "No Dice{ to the Chicago Bulls and left the West Side! Who should replace him. Do you have any hope left that they get this hire, right?

Duration:00:50:00

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4/21 8AM: Albert Breer

4/21/2026
Hour 3: Kap & J. Hood played Shot or No Shot, took a trip Around The NFL, NFL Insider for SI.com Albert Breer joined Kap & J. Hood with updates on the Bears and the latest NFL storylines and the Kap & J. Hood Cut of the day.

Duration:00:45:01

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4/21 7AM: Caleb Williams The Leader? Ryan Poles Under Pressure?

4/21/2026
Hour 2: Kap & J. Hood discussed Caleb Williams spoke at Halas Hall, and the maturity to move on from last year was refreshing. Cole Kmet also had the willingness to put it out there: We're trying to win a Super Bowl. How much pressure is Ryan Poles under this week in the draft? I think this is his most important draft yet, but is it a kill or be killed type of pressure?

Duration:00:42:26

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4/21 6AM: Chicago Cubs: Win 6 In A Row

4/21/2026
Hour 1: Kap & J. Hood discussed that the Chicago Cubs achieved their sixth consecutive victory by defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 5-1 on April 20, 2026, marking a league-best win streak. Led by pitcher Colin Rea's 6.2 innings and strong defensive performances, the team improved their standing. The win was secured with key plays and hits from players like Nico Hoerner and Dansby Swanson.

Duration:00:51:30

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4/20 8AM: Shot or No Shot

4/20/2026
Hour 3: Kap & J. Hood played Shot or No Shot, took a trip Around The NFL. They opened The Friday Folder and the Kap & J. Hood Classic Cut of the day.

Duration:00:47:05

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4/20 7AM: Jesse Rogers

4/20/2026
Hour 2: MLB Insider ESPN Jesse Rogers joined Kap & J. Hood with updates on the White Sox, Cubs and the latest MLB storylines. Kap & J. Hood discussed The White Sox have officially entered one of the sweet spots of fandom: Fun Bad. They are not good, but they are entertaining as hell with Murakami raking. Justin Ishbia seems to be laying groundwork for a South Loop stadium... More fans send their love and respect to our falling friend Joey G.

Duration:00:41:38

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4/20 6AM: The Chicago Cubs 5 Game Win Streak

4/20/2026

Duration:00:51:17

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4/17 8AM: Shot or No Shot

4/17/2026
Hour 3: Kap & J. Hood played Shot or No Shot, took a trip Around The NFL. They opened The Friday Folder and the Kap & J. Hood Classic Cut of the day.

Duration:00:44:47

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4/17 7AM: Jesse Rogers

4/17/2026
Hour 2: MLB Insider ESPN Jesse Rogers joined Kap & J. Hood with updates on the White Sox, Cubs and the latest MLB storylines. Kap & J. Hood discussed the state of Chicago Professional Sports . Has Jerry Reinsdorf destroyed the Chicago Bulls and White Sox?

Duration:00:42:24

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4/17 6AM: The Front Offices of the White Sox and Blackhawks are Killing The Fan

4/17/2026
Hour 1: Kap & J. Hood discussed when is it appropriate for fans to demand change with the White Sox and Blackhawks front offices? The White Sox season has been more of the same, with an awful implosion today, and Davidson said today the playoffs are a realistic goal next year but would take a "major step." How about make the playoffs in 2027 or you lose your job for both front offices? Are fans *too* patient with these teams?

Duration:00:52:17

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4/16 8AM: Shot or No Shot

4/16/2026
Hour 3: Kap & J. Hood played Shot or No Shot, took a trip Around The NFL, Expensive Eats; The Masters Food vs Coachella food and the Kap & J. Hood Cut of the day.

Duration:00:44:37

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4/16 7AM: Tom Thayer

4/16/2026
Hour 2: Former Chicago Bears Super Bowl Champion and Bears radio analyst Tom Thayer joined Kap & J. Hood with the latest updates on the Chicago Bears offseason. Kap & J. Hood discussed showboating in Youth Sports, has it gone to far?

Duration:00:46:27

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4/16 6AM: Chicago Professional Sports Mediocrity or Nah?

4/16/2026
Hour 1: Kap & J. Hood discussed that Nico Hoerner is unbelievable. 8 RBIs in the last 2 nights! He is becoming a true superstar in this league, and it isn't just an 18-game sample... Basically the last 800 PAs he has been an elite player. Is it really that crazy to suggest he's the best player in the city right now? What is with the teams in this town settling for mediocrity? The Bulls are committing to a head coach before even talking to GM candidates, and now the Hawks are extending Kyle Davidson after multiple consecutive bottom 3 finishes. Davidson, by the way, said in 2024 that they couldn't finish bottom 3 anymore. 2024!!

Duration:00:51:01

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4/15 8AM: Shot or No Shot

4/15/2026
Hour 3: Kap & J. Hood played Shot or No Shot, took a trip Around The NFL and the Kap & J. Hood Cut of the day.

Duration:00:44:14

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4/15 7AM: Tom Waddle

4/15/2026
Hour 2: Former Chicago Bears Wide Receiver and afternoon radio co-host ESPN Chicago Tom Waddle joined Kap & J. Hood with updates on the Bears offseason. Kap & J. Hood discussed the latest on the Bears' new stadium, "I am dripping with optimism that we can put together a package that proves to the Bears that this is where they should be," said Rep. Kam Buckner, a Democrat representing the 26th District. It would give tax breaks for large projects like the new Bears stadium.

Duration:00:41:42

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4/15 6AM: A Great Night For Chicago Professional Sports

4/15/2026
Hour 1: Kap & J. Hood discussed the Cubs got back in the win column impressively with a 10-4 win over Philly, and PCA was 2-4 in the game with a run. Are the concerns about PCA overblown, or is it fair to be worried about him as a hitter? The White Sox debuted pitcher Noah Schultz; the Chicago Bulls picked up another first round draft pick from Portland.

Duration:00:50:36

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4/14 8AM: Albert Breer

4/14/2026
Hour 3: NFL Insider for SI.com Albert Breer joined Kap & J. Hood with updates on the Bears and the latest NFL storylines. Kap & J. Hood played Shot or No Shot, took a trip Around The NFL and the Kap & J. Hood Cut of the day.

Duration:00:43:32

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4/14 7AM: Can You Work With Your Spouse Professionally?

4/14/2026
Hour 2: Kap & J. Hood discussed the WNBA Draft which was on yesterday, the #1 pick Azzi Fudd. She was drafted by the Dallas Wings the same team her partner Paige Bueckers plays for. Can you work with your spouse?

Duration:00:42:33