Michael Kopech’s MLB debut had long been anticipated, and the young flamethrower did not disappoint when the lights, pressure and rain fell upon him at Guaranteed Rate Field Tuesday night. It’s long been known that the trade of Chris Sale to the Boston Red Sox marked a new chapter in the Chicago White Sox’ storied history: […]
Shields, White Sox Power to 5-1 win over Tribe
The White Sox have been trending up, having gone 5-5 in their last ten games entering Tuesday night. While that record over ten games isn’t necessarily “trending up” for the contenders in Major League Baseball, it’s a good start for the rebuilding White Sox, who entered Tuesday with a 22-42 record. The Sox have been […]
White Sox get an all-around performance in 6-1 victory over Brewers
Things haven’t been easy for the 2018 Chicago White Sox. Such should be expected for a team in the rebuilding position they are in, but the likes of Wellington Castillo and Avisail Garcia, while possibly not in their long-term plans, were expected to be reliable, veteran presences on a very young team. García has not played […]
Reynaldo López Shows Both Dominance and Hope for the Future
Hope for the future is often what keeps fans interested in bad teams. When teams have the kind of seasons the White Sox are in the midst of, it can be hard to remain optimistic. Because of this, fans often look for bright spots they hope can eventually be a franchise mainstay. Through this point […]
Cubs Take an Indicative Game One of 2018 Crosstown Cup
The Cubs and White Sox have taken greatly different directions since 2015. The Cubs have made three straight NLCS appearances, won a World Series, watched Jake Arrieta blossom into a Cy Young-winner, and developed Kris Bryant into Rookie of the Year and an MVP. In free agency and at the trade deadline, they’ve become […]
April 2018 – Final Four, Masters Preview
on The Sports Report with Packer Dave, Steve Leventhal, John Poulter, and Jeff Rich Rory Spears of GolfersOnGolf.com joins us with his thoughts on the upcoming 2018 Masters. Will Tiger have an impact? What role with the big three, Dustin Johnson, Justin Thomas, and Jordan Speith play? Who might emerge as a surprise winner? Phil […]
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Weekend Sports Report – 2/17/17
with Packer Dave and Steve Leventhal We are loaded with guests today as Les Grobstein from Sports Radio 670 in Chicago dishes on the Bears, Bulls, Cubs, and White Sox. Plus, Dave Eanet, play-by-play announcer for Northwestern football and basketball on WGN Radio, gives us his take on the Wildcats’ hoops season. John Poulter continues […]
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NFL, NHL, NBA and MLB Roundup
on the Weekend Sports Report with Packer Dave and Steve Leventhal …Jeff Rich joins us to dissect the top NFL draft picks for the Cleveland Browns. He also talks football, and NBA hoops with us. John Poulter gives his take on the NHL playoffs, the Major League Baseball season to date, and the top stories […]
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NFL Preseason ends, College Football begins
on the Weekend Sports Report with Packer Dave and Steve Leventhal …Jeff Rich joins us for a discussion as the NFL preseason games conclude, and a look at the NFC West. John Poulter and WSR intern Hannah Puckorius give us their take on what to look for in September baseball. Plus some soccer and college […]
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White Sox and Uncertainty: Marriage of Misfortune
When you sit down and think about what the White Sox are good at, the level of scratching of the head that might occur could very easily result in a bloodied scalp. As has been endlessly explored, in many pieces, including mine posted two weeks ago, the reality is that the White Sox are not […]
