Hit & Run with Matt Spiegel

From 'Fly the W' ( subscribe here ): Hosts Dustin Rhoades and Paul "Crawly" Dzien discuss all the different free agent moves the Cubs aren't involved in and discuss Crane Kenney's interview from the Mully and Haugh Show. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adch...

From 'Fly the W' ( subscribe here ): Hosts Dustin Rhoades and Paul "Crawly" Dzien discuss the big free agent moves that happened at the winter meetings, including the Cubs getting Cody Bellinger and Jameson Taillon, while Willson Contreras signed with the Cardinals. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad...

From 'Fly The W' ( subscribe here ), hosts Paul "Crawly" Dzien and Dustin Rhoades discuss the latest Cubs Hot Stove rumors and ESPN's recent survey of what MLB general managers predict will happen this offseason.     To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoi...

From 'South Siders' ( subscribe here ), hosts Shane Riordan and Gabe Ramirez discuss if Sox fans should be as upset as Shane is about Jose Abreu signing with the Astros.     To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From the 'Fly The W' podcast ( subscribe here ), hosts Paul "Crawly" Dzien and Dustin Rhoades discuss the upcoming Winter Meetings and their frustration as Jose Abreu, a top Cubs free agent target, signs with the Astros     To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com...

From 'Fly The W' ( subscribe here ): host Paul 'Crawly' Dzien interviews legendary Cubs broadcaster Pat Hughes about broadcasting, the Cubs, and much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From the "1st & Pod" Show ( Subscribe Here ) - Andrew and Zach look at the close AFC East playoff race, the future of the Rams, if there is Kansas City Chiefs fatigue and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From the "Upper Hand Fantasy" Podcast ( Subscribe Here ) - Faraz & Zach discuss David Montgomery's fantasy prospects as he becomes the bell cow in the Chicago backfield after Khalil Herbert's injury. Can him and Justin Fields both get theirs on the ground? Check out Faraz's full weekly rankings and get more access to answer all of your fantasy football questions on our Patreon page:  https://w...

From "The Best Football Show" Podcast ( Subscribe Here ) - Bears' quarterback Justin Fields has started to elevate his game. How close is he to replicating the style of play of Eagles' QB Jalen Hurts? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From the 'Fly The W' podcast ( subscribe here ), co-host Paul "Crawly" Dzien interviews Bryan Smith, prospect expert for Bleacher Nation, on what the Rule 5 draft is and how the Cubs will have to make some hard decisions about their roster.     To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https...

From the 'Baseball Isn't Boring' podcast ( subscribe here ), host Rob Bradford explores one of the more intriguing names on the free agent market, Jose Abreu. It's why Bradfo solicited the expertise of 670 The Score's Matt Spiegel and longtime White Sox follower Courtney Finnicum to take a deep dive into what should make Abreu such an attractive option for teams looking for a first baseman/DH/club...

From  'Baseball Isn't Boring' ( Subscribe Here ): A time-honored tradition came around once again at Wednesday's GM Meetings, with super agent Scott Boras spending more than 45 minutes answering questions from the media. But, as anyone who has experienced the annual press conference can attest, this isn't your run-of-the-mill get-together. Boras is armed with the kind of quips and comparisons that...

From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' ( Subscribe Here ): Chicago Cubs manager David Ross proudly wears his Baseball Isn't Boring t-shirt, and for good reason. He actually believes and lives it. Ross joins Bradfo to reflect on a feeling few in this world have experienced - catching the final pitch of a major league baseball season and then running to the mound to celebrate a championship. Ross also offers...

David Haugh and Dan Wiederer react to the Bears 49-29 loss to the Cowboys in Dallas. The loss shows us how far the Bears still have to go, as the defense was gashed all day. On the bright side, Justin Fields has made lots of obvious progress and had himself another solid game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abo...

Baseball isn't boring, and we have started a podcast to make sure everybody knows it. Rob 'Bradfo' Bradford and Cooper 'Coop' Leonard are joined by the man who teamed with the duo back in January to get the conversation going - pitcher Joe Kelly. Kelly, of course, also gives a major leaguer's perspective of the upcoming World Series, including some ultra-honest takes on how the players still view...

Matt Spiegel reacts to Tuesday's MLB action, including Aaron Judge's four-walk night in Toronto on the cusp of history, ShaunBreen staying alive at 36 on the BTS leaderboard and more. Spiegs and Porth are sad about their BTS futility - and give BTS picks for Wednesday! Subscribe to Beat The Streak Daily! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/p...

Matt Spiegel reacts to Thursday's MLB action, which included Carlos Correa & Luis Arraez helping Badco1GR get to 40 on BTS, yet Kyle Tucker failing our good friend Bunger. Plus, Spiegs and Ryan Porth debate the AL MVP race between Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani. Also, BTS picks for the weekend!   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privac...

Matt Spiegel recaps Monday across MLB, including Amed Rosario aiding the Guardians' quest for a division title and Trea Turner helping the BTS leader get to 35. Plus, Spiegs and Ryan Porth discuss the top candidates for AL and NL Managers of the Year. Subscribe to Beat The Streak Daily HERE! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy...

Ryan Porth sits in for Matt Spiegel, recapping a great weekend of baseball, which saw Albert Pujols and Aaron Judge inch closer to home run history. Plus, details on a BTS leaderboard shake-up and a trio of picks for Monday!   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices....

Matt Spiegel and Ryan Porth discuss the depression of knowing they won't be the ones winning the 10 grand this season on Beat the Streak. Spiegel also recaps Wednesday, which saw a lot of youngsters shining bright, including Julio Rodriguez making MLB history. Plus, BTS picks for Thursday! Subscribe to Beat The Streak Daily HERE! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: h...

Matt Spiegel react to Tuesday's MLB action, including Aaron Judge hitting 2 more home runs in Boston and Eloy Jimenez staying hot for the Sox. Plus, BTS picks for Wednesday!   Subscribe to Beat The Streak Daily!   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ron & Jimmy get into spitballs, pine tar, sticky stuff and all sorts of equipment edges players try to take advantage of. What’s fair game and what’s too far?   Subscribe to Unwritten HERE! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Jim Deshaies to discuss what to watch for from the Cubs down the stretch. Later, Tommy Birch of the Des Moines Register joined the show to break down the Cubs' best prospects at Triple-A Iowa.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel shared his picks to win each division and to land the wild-card spots in each league. He also dreamed of the White Sox somehow finding a way to make the playoffs. Later, James Fegan of the Athletic joined the show to discuss what has fueled the White Sox's recent surge.

In the final episode of Hit & Run for 2022, Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to White Sox ace Dylan Cease nearly throwing a no-hitter in a 13-0 win against the Twins on Saturday evening. Spiegel also examined acting manager Miguel Cairo's immediate impact on the White Sox as he fills in for Tony La Russa, who's on a medical leave of absence. Later, Parkins & Spiegel Show executive...