Hit & Run On 670 The Score

Matt Spiegel opened his show by breaking down the White Sox's 10-1 win against the Astros on Saturday evening, which featured rookie infielder Jake Burger hitting his first career homer in the big leagues. After that, Spiegel discussed the fallout from Cubs catcher Willson Contreras' criticism of his teammates before the All-Star break. Later, he discussed the Cubs' trade of outfielder Joc Pederson to the Braves.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel welcomed on Fangraphs writer Kevin Goldstein to preview the MLB amateur draft, which begins Sunday evening. Later, NBC Sports Bay Area reporter Jessica Kleinschmidt joined the show to discuss the strengths of the Oakland Athletics and San Francisco Giants and how each team's approach impacts the MLB trade market.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Diamondbacks broadcaster and MLB Network Radio host Mike Ferrin, who will be on the call for the MLB Futures Game on Sunday. After that, Spiegel dissected the Cubs' struggles as they head into the All-Star break with a below-.500 record. Later, New York Mets play-by-play broadcaster Wayne Randazzo joined the show to highlight potential trade targets in New York.

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson's selection to the All-Star Game. He then discussed Cubs catcher Willson Contreras' candid comments calling out his teammates for a lack of effort in a 6-0 loss to the Cardinals on Saturday evening. After that, Mike Persak of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show to discuss second baseman Adam Frazier's trade value, as he has been tied to the White Sox in the rumor mill. Later, Kevin Hageland of 105.3 the Fan in Dallas joined the show to discuss other trade possibilities for the Cubs and White Sox.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel discussed White Sox infielder Jake Burger making his MLB debut Friday. He listened to sound from Burger, teammate Gavin Sheets and general manager Rick Hahn on how Burger got to this point. After that, Spiegel discussed a scouting report that was unearthed from 2011 on White Sox left-hander Carlos Rodon. Later, a Rays outfielder has started comparing himself to Angels star Shohei Ohtani -- is he that far off?

Matt Spiegel opened his show by discussing how Chicago's two baseball teams need to have opposite approaches at the trade deadline. The White Sox need to buy, and the Cubs should sell. But whom should the Cubs sell? Spiegel took calls from listeners on that topic. Later, he tried to become a millionaire by answering this question: Which team has the most rookies on its active roster?

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer to discuss the team's combined no-hitter in a win against the Dodgers on Thursday, closer Craig Kimbrel's success and MLB's crackdown on pitchers using foreign substances. After that, Spiegel reacted to White Sox manager Tony La Russa's comments about the team's interest in trading for Diamondbacks infielder Eduardo Escobar. Later, Spiegel -- a lifelong Red Sox fan -- praised the Yankees.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel shared the latest Cubs and White Sox injury updates. When could their key players be back? After that, he reflected on how the first week of MLB umpires checking pitchers for foreign substances went. Later, he previewed the Cubs-Brewers series, which begins Monday. Can the Cubs solve the pitching trio of Brandon Woodruff, Freddy Peralta and Corbin Burnes?

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to rumors of the White Sox nearing an agreement to acquire Diamondbacks infielder Eduardo Escobar in a trade. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported that it happened ... even though it didn't yet. After that, Spiegel discussed the Cubs being upset with a replay review that cost them a key home run in a 3-2 loss to the Dodgers on Saturday night. Later, Spiegel checked in on two old friends around these parts -- Nationals outfielder Kyle Schwarber and former MLB infielder Tony Campana.

In the last hour, Matt Spiegel took more calls from listeners who on Father's Day shared how they connect to their dads through baseball.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Rick Giolito, the father of White Sox ace Lucas Giolito. They discussed Lucas' journey to the big leagues and what type of pitcher Rick envisioned his son being. After that, Spiegel took more calls from listeners who shared memories of their dads on Father's Day. Later, 670 host Laurence Holmes joined the show to discuss his family's connection to baseball and how modern day pitching rotations are built.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Mike Bryant, the father of Cubs star Kris Bryant. They discussed Kris' journey to MLB, how Mike went about teaching his son the game and his relationship with Ted Williams and Oil Can Boyd. Later, listeners shared memories of their dads on Father's Day.

Matt Spiegel opened his show by recapping the Cubs and White Sox both struggling over the last few days. Later, Spiegel welcomed on his dad, Herb, for a Father's Day chat and to learn more about how he got into the game of baseball.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Kevin Goldstein of Fangraphs to discuss how teams might go about finding trade opportunities as the deadline looms July 30. Later, Spiegs shared what he believes have been the key reasons the Cubs and White Sox have found success amid a spate of injuries.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Sean Marshall of the Marquee Sports Network to discuss how the Cubs have managed to be so good the last couple of months despite suffering so many injuries. Later, Spiegs discussed a new innovation the Cubs have on their right-field scoreboard at Wrigley Field -- and it's something he takes full credit for.

Matt Spiegel opened his show by marveling at how well the White Sox and Cubs have each weathered the storm through significant injuries. After that, a caller shared the belief that the White Sox aren't legitimate due to their losing record against winning teams. Meanwhile, the Cubs are legit as they are above .500 against winning teams -- but is he just a Sox hater?

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Sarah Langs of MLB.com to discuss Angels star Shohei Ohtani's video game statistics after he struck out 10 and walked none in his last outing. After that, the crew shared White Sox manager Tony La Russa's long answer on his decision to call for a sacrifice bunt that was unsuccessful in the sixth inning of a loss Saturday. Later, Spiegel discussed how the White Sox have a real leader in the clubhouse who's helping veterans find their stride.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel was joined by Travis Sawchik of theScore to discuss pitchers using illegal substances and when MLB could start cracking down on the use of them. After that, Spiegel compared pitching numbers from here in 2021 to those in 1968, which was known as the "Year of the Pitcher." Later, he was joined by Cubs relief pitcher Tommy Nance to talk about his long journey to the MLB. 

Matt Spiegel opened his show by reacting to the Cubs losing three straight to start their West Coast road trip and the White Sox remaining in first place in the AL Central while trying to put out fires started by their manager. After that, Spiegel broke down White Sox manager Tony La Russa's decision to have utilityman Danny Mendick unsuccessfully attempt a sacrifice bunt in the sixth inning of a 4-3 loss to the Tigers on Saturday. Later, Spiegel discussed whether the Cubs will be buyers at the trade deadline, as president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer hinted at during an interview on Inside the Clubhouse on Saturday.

In the final hour, Chris Rongey was joined by Russell Dorsey of the Sun-Times and the Sports Adjacent podcast to discuss the latest Cubs storylines. Later, Rongey reacted to White Sox closer Liam Hendriks addressing the Cubs getting more media attention than his South Siders.