Carmen and Jurko

Jesse Rogers joins the show to talk all things Cubs and White Sox. Are PCA's struggles a concern? Plus, how much do you really trust Ryan Poles in the NFL draft tomorrow? The guys talk about their concern level for Poles and the Bears, and look at some of the Bears most recent draft picks. They look at a poll put out by the Tribune on Bears fans and what their reaction would be if the Bears move to Hammond.

Carm is FIRED UP! Silvy takes shots at him over Tom Thibodeau? He fires back saying Bulls need a younger coach and gives examples of all the successful NBA franchises. Who do you want to see as the Bulls next HC? They take calls on the question. Plus, they do the Brunch Rush and give an update on NBA & NHL playoffs.

Baseball is BOOMING in Chicago! The guys open the show by talking about the Cubs and White Sox wins last night... teams are regretting their decisions to not go all in on Murakami! Plus, they update the Nico-O-Meter. They listen to audio from Bears Assistant GM Jeff King on the Bears prior to the draft. Is Akheem Mesidor's age a concern? They look at PCA's numbers at the plate since August... should Cubs fans be concerned at his decline or is it just a slump? Plus, Sam Antonacci had one of the craziest first career HR's in MLB history!

Tom Thayer joins at the top of the hour to talk all things NFL & Bears ahead of the draft. What should the Bears do with their pick? Plus, the guys revisit Billy Donovan's announcement that he is stepping down as the Bulls HC. Who should take his place as the next HC of the Bulls?

Courtney Cronin starts the hour reacting to the news of Billy Donovan leaving the Bulls and talks all things Bears ahead of the NFL draft. Who should the Bears target with the 25th pick? Plus, the guys take calls on the NFL draft & prospects. They round things out with the Brunch Rush and more Bulls & Bears calls.

BREAKING NEWS: Billy Donovan steps away as Bulls HC! The guys live react to the news and take calls on who should be the next head coach. Plus, Carmen and Jurko listen to audio from Caleb Williams press conference from yesterday...he talks about wanting to be the best bears QB EVER and the DJ Moore trade. Also, Carmen and Jurko react to Matt Miller's Bears Mock Draft from Waddle and Silvy... Jurko disagree's with Miller's pick.

The guys take a look at the Nico-O-Meter updated... how long will he stay hot? Can he reach 100 RBI's this season? The Bengals took a chance with trading the 10th pick for Dexter Lawrence. The guys agree that they are glad the Bears did NOT make that trade. Jack does his movie review: Caddyshack. Around the NBA... Bulls in official search for new GM!

Why aren't a lot of MLB teams hitting home runs? Jurko breaks down some numbers...even if he does the math wrong. Plus, Jack and Hannah bring up the ongoing ESPN Chicago fantasy baseball controversy... Shea comes on the show HOT!! Who's the Douche? They round it out with the Brunch Rush and Players of the Weekend.

Carmen and Jurko start the show recapping the Cubs sweep of the Mets and the White Sox series win. Did the Mets make a mistake not intentionally walking Nico Hoerner? Plus, they talk about Dexter Lawrence being traded to the Bengals for the 10th overall pick. Was the price too much? Bulls have started their GM search!

Hour 3: White Sox Rookie Pitcher Noah Schultz joined Carmen & Jurko to discuss his first Major League start and what's next for him and the White Sox. Chicago Cubs Skipper Craig Counsell gives and update on Ace Cade Horton. NBA Insider Brain Windhorst shares his thoughts on the problem with the NBA.

Hour 2: Carmen & Jurko served up The Brunch Rush, Carmen's Blind Ranking: 80's Commercials, Jurko Key: Keys to Golfing In The Cold and Mike North's Bonus Play of the Week.

Hour 1: Carmen & Jurko 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?

Hour 3: Carmen & Jurko discussed the NBA massive ratings jump; the Cubs take 2 of 3 from the Phillies, Jed Hoyer gives details on how the Cubs will work through team injuries. Beat-Off to Beat Cancer campaign, Producer Jack will watch another movie from his top 25 list tonight and more!

Hour 2: Carmen & Jurko served up The Brunch Rush, discussed the NFL Draft being a week away; ESPN NFL Insider Field Yates shared his thoughts on the Bears trading for Dexter Lawrence. Jurko explains Mushroom Hunting and the White Sox Starting Lineup On Base Percentage.

Hour 1: Chicago Blackhawks Pregame and Postgame Live Host Pat Boyle joined Carmen & Jurko to discuss the state of the Blackhawks. Carmen & Jurko discussed Cubs take 2 of 3 from the Phillies; Nico Horner is having a great season, welcome to the Nic-o-Meter! Jed Hoyer on the Cubs injuries as a team and the NBA Play-In-Tournament GSW beat LAC to advance to the next game.

Hour 3: MLB Insider ESPN Jesse Rogers joined Carmen & Jurko with updates on the White Sox, Cubs and the latest MLB storylines. Carmen & Jurko discussed that Jackie Robinson Day should be Opening Day for MLB. Plus, the latest Mel Kyper's Mock Draft and more.

Hour 2: Carmen & Jurko served up The Brunch Rush, discussed the NBA Play-In-Tournament; it was a must watch. Portland Trailblazers Deni Avdija thought the Bulls were going to take him in the NBA Draft but took Patrick Williams. What a mistake the Chicago Bulls has made.

Hour 1: Carmen & Jurko discussed the White Sox pitcher Noah Schultz, who received a nice ovation as he walked from the Chicago White Sox bullpen to the dugout before his major league debut. Schultz fought through some early jitters to pitch into the fifth inning on a night he will always remember. What are your thoughts on Schultz performance?

Hour 3: Former Chicago Bears Super Bowl Champion and Bears radio analyst Tom Thayer joined Carmen & Jurko with the latest updates on the Chicago Bears 9 days before the 2026 NFL Draft. Carmen & Jurko discussed the slow start of Pete Crow-Armstrong. Chicago Cubs fans are going nuts as PCA strikes out on 3 pitches. The strikeouts are beyond infuriating. Temperature check time.... How are you feeling 16 games into the season? Calm, Annoyed, or Pissed?

Hour 2: Carmen & Jurko served up the Brunch Rush, then Caleb Williams was seen hanging out with the Kardashian's at Coachella. What's worse the Madden Curse or Kardashian Curse? NBA Play-In-Tournament action begins tonight, are we taking the Joker for granted? Who will be the NBA MVP this year, the Joker or SGA?