Chitown Chatter With Matt Peck

John Lackey turned in another stellar performance in the Cubs 6-0 win today and the starting rotation is on a roll! So why is there all this talk of bringing in another starter at the trade deadline? The Cavaliers lost Game 1 of the NBA Finals last night despite just 20 combined points from Steph Curry and Klay Thompson. Does Cleveland have any chance in this series? Plus, a look ahead to the Copa America Centenario! Who will be the key players for the U.S., and what are their expectations in this tournament? Call in @ 347.327.9183! BECAUSE CHICAGO LOVES SPORTS. 

The Cubs have lost seven of their last eleven games. Anthony Rizzo and Addison Russell are in serious slumps at the plate, and Joe Maddon's crew doesn't appear to have the same spark it did at the beginning of the season. Are the series losses to sub-500 teams a warning sign of complacency? Plus, tonight I welcome in Max Spitulnik, hoops writer for Crooked Scoreboard. Max and I will discuss the growing trend of NBA coaches allowing their stars to go rogue rather than calling designed plays in the final seconds of close games. We'll play some hypotheticals with the remaining teams in these NBA Playoffs. Call in @ 347.327.9183! BECAUSE CHICAGO LOVES SPORTS. 

The Cubs and White Sox are on top of the NL and AL. What?! How are both Chicago teams getting it done so far this season? The Bulls will have their hands full with potential trades for Jimmy Butler this offseason. Two big market teams have already made their presence felt. What might the Bulls get in return? Plus, I finish up my thoughts on the Bears 2016 draft picks. Call in at 347.327.9183! BECAUSE CHICAGO LOVES SPORTS. 

The 2016 NFL Draft is complete! The Chicago Bears filled many needs with their nine total picks, some of which came courtesy of GM Ryan Pace's draft day dealings. What should fans expect from each pick in their rookie season? Who will be a starter? Is there anything they should've done differently? Plus, I welcome in a special guest to talk about the other NFC North teams and how their drafts could affect the upcoming season! Call in at 347.327.9183! BECAUSE CHICAGO LOVES SPORTS. 

The Blackhawks will try to return a championship contending roster next season, but it won't be easy. GM Stan Bowman will have his back against the salary cap again, and it might mean losing more of the fans' favorite players. The NFL Draft begins in Chicago tonight! Who are the Bears looking at taking with the #11 overall pick? It better be somebody to help their defensive front seven. Call in @ 347.327.9183! BECAUSE CHICAGO LOVES SPORTS.