The Daily Score

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed the Cubs' 6-2 loss to the Brewers on Monday evening at Wrigley Field and what went wrong. And how did executive producer Dustin Rhoades, a diehard Cubs fan, take the loss? 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 Tuesday edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote discussed arrival of the 53-man roster deadline, Bears rookie defensive linemen Zacch Pickens and Gervon Dexter Sr. revealing what they've learned about themselves after their first preseason in the NFL, the latest on Chicago's backup quarterback position, his brief conversation with safety Eddie Jackson and more. To learn more about listener d...

Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel were joined by Cubs rookie left-hander Jordan Wicks to discuss his winning, nine-strikeout debut Saturday against the Pirates. 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

Dan Bernstein and Anthony Herron were joined by MLB on FOX analyst and reporter Tom Verducci to discuss the Cubs' push to make the postseason, left-hander Jordan Wicks racking up nine strikeouts in five innings in a win in his MLB debut Saturday 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. Vi...

In the Pick 6 segment, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed the biggest sports stories of the day. Were you surprised the Bears released reserve quarterback PJ Walker? 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 this episode of The Daily Score, Mark Grote reacted to the Bears releasing quarterback PJ Walker and waiving offensive lineman Alex Leatherwood. Walker was signed to a two-year, $4.2-million deal in March. However, he struggled throughout the course of training camp while Tyson Bagent, an undrafted rookie out of Division-II Shepherd University, emerged when given the opportunity. A first-round...

From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer and producer Adam Studzinski react to the news the (healthy) Bears starters, including Justin Fields, will play in the preseason finale against the Bills. 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 Friday edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote provided an injury update on the Bears' roster, reacted to NFL Network analyst Mike Mayock's assessment of the areas in which quarterback Justin Fields needs to improve, former NFL quarterback Sean King explaining why he believes Fields will display more refined QB play this season, coach Matt Eberflus saying he's keeping an open mind when it co...

From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): We've got an emergency episode! Bears legend Steve "Mongo" McMichael has been named a Senior Finalist for the 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame class! Dan Wiederer spoke with Walter Payton's son, Jarrett Payton, and a pair of Bears Hall of Famers, Dan Hampton and Jimbo Covert, about Mongo's incredible career. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pr...

In the Thursday edition of The Daily Score, Mark Grote discussed the Bears' mounting injuries (00:47), why he'd like to see quarterback Justin Fields get playing time in the preseason finale against the Bills on Saturday (06:03), why QB PJ Walker will likely be solidified in his role as backup to Fields despite a flashy preseason from QB Tyson Bagent (07:53) and more. To learn more about listener...

Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi explained why current White Sox assistant general manager/player development Chris Getz is unqualified to replace Rick Hahn as the team's next general manager. The expectation is the White Sox will promote Getz to general manager, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.aud...

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to the shocking news Tuesday that the White Sox fired executive vice president Ken Williams and general manager Rick Hahn. 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 episode No. 24 of The Daily Score, Mark Grote discussed Bears linebacker Tremaine Edmunds' return to practice (00:15), coach Matt Eberflus admitting left guard Teven Jenkins' injury is "bigger" than day-to-day (1:08), the likely impact Jenkin's injury will have on quarterback Justin Fields' playing time in Saturday's preseason finale against the Bills (04:14), defensive lineman Terrell Lewis' r...

Matt Spiegel and Anthony Herron were joined by Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner to discuss the team's hot streak, a spectacular season for outfielder Mike Tauchman 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

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Cubs outfielder Ian Happ to discuss playing defense behind right-hander Javier Assad, the NL Central race, what it's like facing former teammate and current Tigers shortstop Javier Baez 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:/...

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh opened their show by reacting to the big news that White Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf is considering moving the team from Guaranteed Rate Field to somewhere else in Chicago -- or to a different city entirely. 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://podca...

In episode No. 23 of The Daily Score, Mark Grote discussed the Bears shuffling their offensive line following left guard Teven Jenkins' leg injury (00:50), cornerback Jaylon Johnson's perspective on coming to an agreement with Chicago on a contract extension (03:23) and special team coordinator Richard Hightower's explanation for why his confidence hasn't waivered when it comes to struggling punt...

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes pondered what the future holds for Bears undrafted quarterback Tyson Bagent, who has had solid performances in the first two preseason games. Meanwhile, veteran quarterback PJ Walker, who was expected to be the backup to starter Justin Fields, struggled in his two preseason performances. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://ww...

David Haugh and Marshall Harris discussed whether the Bears have a backup quarterback controversy as undrafted rookie Tyson Bagent continues to shine and veteran PJ Walker struggles. 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 episode No. 22 of The Daily Score, Mark Grote discussed the Bears' backup quarterback conundrum. Tyson Bagent looked sharp for a second consecutive game in Chicago's Week 2 preseason matchup against Indianapolis (00:42), while PJ Walker struggled for the second straight week (1:50). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn...

From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): David Haugh and Dan Wiederer walk through some details from the Bears' joint practice with the Colts, including the chirpiness of the Bears' secondary. 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

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh opened up their show by discussing how people on the street don't seem to know the name of White Sox manager Pedro Grifol. 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 episode No. 21 of The Daily Score, Mark Grote reacted to Bears coach Matt Eberflus revealing that quarterback Justin Fields and "select starters" will sit out of the team's Week 2 preseason game (00:37) and safety Eddie Jackson sitting out of Bears-Colts joint practice Thursday (02:54). Mark also asked defensive end DeMarcus Walker to share what his reaction was to the Bears signing edge rusher...

Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel debated if Christopher Morel's walk-off homer to lift the Cubs to a 4-3 win against the White Sox on Wednesday night at Wrigley Field was the biggest moment in the rivalry's history. 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

Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi listened to the best TV and radio calls of Cubs designated hitter Christopher Morel's walk-off homer Wednesday night, a blast that lifted his team to a 4-3 win over the White Sox at Wrigley Field. 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...