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5 On It: How many games will the Cubs win this season?

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Mar 26, 202618 min

Cubs re-established themselves as a big-market club this offseason

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how the Cubs have re-established themselves as a big-market club.

Mar 26, 202613 min

Which of the Cubs' offseason moves will pay off the most this season?

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed which of the Cubs' additions this offseason will pay the most dividends in 2026.

Mar 26, 202614 min

Crane Kenney talks Opening Day, what's new at Wrigley Field

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote welcomed on Cubs president of business operations Crane Kenney to discuss the team's outlook and what's new at Wrigley Field this season.

Mar 26, 20269 min

Cubs enter 2026 looking more 'big market' than they have in years

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how the Cubs enter 2026 looking more like a big-market team than they have in years.

Mar 26, 202617 min

Mark Potash brings us his Bears offseason thoughts | Take The North

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From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer is on vacation, so Mark Grote thought it was prudent to bring our friend Mark Potash in to pinch hit! Grote and Potash begin by examining the massive extension the Seahawks gave star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Will the Bears ever have a receiver worthy of that type of deal? Also, Potash chimes in on the moves the Bears have made this offseason. How does he think they've done retooling the roster? And, of course, the guys have thoughts on the ongoing NCAA Tournament. 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

Mar 26, 202653 min

Full Show — March 25, 2026

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris welcomed on Chicago Sports Network analyst Steve Stone to preview the White Sox's new season and FS1 host Danny Parkins to discuss the Cubs' expectations in 2026.

Mar 25, 20262h 48m

Now is the time for the Cubs to give Nico Hoerner a contract extension (Hour 1)

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened up their show by reacting to the contract details being reported for Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, who agreed to a six-year, $115-million deal to remain with Chicago through 2032. After that, Rahimi and Harris explained why now is the time for the Cubs to give second baseman Nico Hoerner a contract extension.

Mar 25, 202642 min

Mike Florio talks NFL headlines & Steve Stone talks White Sox (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the latest NFL storylines, including the debate about whether the league should make its officials full-time employees. After that, Chicago Sports Network analyst Steve Stone joined the show to preview the White Sox’s new season. Later, Rahimi and Harris held the Halftime segment.

Mar 25, 202642 min

5 On It & best approach for Bears in the NFL Draft (Hour 3)

In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, they wondered if the nixed trade of star defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Raiders to the Ravens will have lasting effects on NFL free agency. Later, they discussed what the best approach is for the Bears to take into the NFL Draft.

Mar 25, 202641 min

Danny Parkins talks Pete Crow-Armstrong's extension, Billy Donovan's future (Hour 4)

In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by FS1 host Danny Parkins to share his expectations for the Cubs in 2026 and to discuss Bulls coach Billy Donovan's future with the organization. After that, Rahimi and Harris continued to discuss Donovan’s future.

Mar 25, 202642 min

Transition: Spiegel thinks the Cubs could extend Nico Hoerner soon

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

Mar 25, 202620 min

What does the future hold for Billy Donovan and the Bulls?

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed Bulls coach Billy Donovan’s future with the organization.

Mar 25, 202614 min

Should there be any restrictions on Bears' 'best available' approach in NFL Draft?

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor discussed what the best approach is for the Bears to take into the NFL Draft.

Mar 25, 202610 min

Harris predicts a Cubs-Mariners matchup in 2026 World Series

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Mar 25, 202620 min

Steve Stone previews the 2026 White Sox season

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Chicago Sports Network analyst Steve Stone to preview the White Sox’s new season.

Mar 25, 202615 min

Mike Florio talks Maxx Crosby saga, potential officiating work stoppage

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the latest NFL storylines, including the debate about whether the league should make its officials full-time employees.

Mar 25, 202618 min

Now is the time for the Cubs to give Nico Hoerner a contract extension

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris explained why now is the time for the Cubs to give second baseman Nico Hoerner a contract extension.

Mar 25, 202616 min

Pete Crow-Armstrong agrees to a 6-year, $115-million extension with Cubs

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reacted to the contract details being reported for Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, who agreed to a six-year, $115-million deal to remain with Chicago through 2032.

Mar 25, 202619 min

Best of the Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong agrees to a long-term extension

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In the Best of the Cubs, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to the news that center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong has agreed to a long-term contract extension with the club; Yahoo Sports MLB insider Russ Dorsey joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to break down what the Cubs locking up Crow-Armstrong means for their future; and Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Crow-Armstrong's bet on himself last year at this time paid off for him.

Mar 25, 202634 min

Full Show — March 24, 2026

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote reacted to center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong agreeing to a long-term contract extension with the Cubs and discussed what it means for the club moving forward. Also, what should we expect from Crow-Armstrong in the years to come?

Mar 24, 20262h 46m

Cubs investing in Pete-Crow Armstrong is intelligent spending (Hour 1)

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote opened their show by reacting to the news that center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Cubs have agreed on a long-term contract extension. They believe it’s intelligent spending by the Cubs. After that, they discussed the price of offensive production in the MLB landscape these days.

Mar 24, 202641 min

Eric Edholm shares why Missouri edge rusher Zion Young would be good fit for Bears (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Eric Edholm of NFL Media to discuss the Bears’ moves this offseason and to share insight on his recent mock draft. After that, Rahimi and Grote listened and reacted to Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s latest comments about the Bears’ pursuit of a new stadium in Arlington Heights. Later, Rahimi and Grote conducted the Halftime segment.

Mar 24, 202640 min

5 On It & examining Pete Crow-Armstrong's value (Hour 3)

In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Mark Grote and Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, they discussed center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Cubs reaching an agreement on a long-term contract extension.

Mar 24, 202641 min

Ben Verlander loves that Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cubs reached a long-term deal (Hour 4)

In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Flippin’ Bats podcast host Ben Verlander to explain why he loved the long-term contract extension that was reached by center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Cubs. After that, Rahimi and Grote discussed which Chicago athlete – other than Bears quarterback Caleb Williams – will be next to sign a lucrative long-term contract.

Mar 24, 202641 min

Transition: The time Lou Piniella trolled Ted Lilly

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

Mar 24, 202619 min

Which Chicago athlete — other than Caleb Williams — will get a lucrative extension next?

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed which Chicago athlete – other than Bears quarterback Caleb Williams – will be next to sign a lucrative long-term contract after Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong recently reached a long-term deal with the club.

Mar 24, 202616 min

Eric Edholm shares why Missouri edge rusher Zion Young would be a good fit for Bears

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Eric Edholm of NFL Media to discuss the Bears’ moves this offseason and to share insight on his recent mock draft.

Mar 24, 202619 min

How many home runs can we expect from Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong?

Leila Rahimi, Mark Grote and Yahoo Sports MLB insider Russ Dorsey shared what they expect out of Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong after he agreed to a long-term contract extension with the club.

Mar 24, 202610 min

Who will be in Chicago the longest: Crow-Armstrong, Williams or Bedard?

Leila Rahimi, Mark Grote and Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Mar 24, 202617 min

Gov. JB Pritzker: Fate of Bears' stadium deal is in hands of Illinois House, Senate

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote listened and reacted to Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s latest comments about the Bears’ pursuit of a new stadium in Arlington Heights.

Mar 24, 202610 min

Examining the price of offensive production in baseball

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed the price of offensive production in the MLB landscape these days.

Mar 24, 202612 min

Cubs investing in Pete-Crow Armstrong is intelligent spending

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote reacted to the news that center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Cubs have agreed on a long-term contract extension. They believe it’s intelligent spending by the Cubs.

Mar 24, 202617 min

Best of March Madness: Illinois advances to Sweet 16

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In the Best of March Madness, Illinois coach Brad Underwood joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss his Illini advancing to the Sweet 16 with a pair of dominant wins in the opening weekend of the NCAA Tournament; Mike Mulligan and David Haugh detailed how Illinois’ balanced attack sets it up well to make a deep run in the tournament; and Illini Inquirer publisher Jeremy Werner joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to break down Illinois’ superb performance early in the NCAA Tournament and to preview its upcoming showdown against Houston in the Sweet 16 on Thursday.

Mar 24, 202634 min

Full Show — March 23, 2026

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to the news that Cubs slugger Seiya Suzuki will open the season on the injured list due to a knee ailment. They also discussed the state of the Bears' defense and how the team can improve it in the NFL Draft.

Mar 23, 20262h 40m

Cubs' Seiya Suzuki won't be ready for Opening Day due to knee injury (Hour 1)

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by reacting to the news that Cubs slugger Seiya Suzuki won't be ready for Opening Day on Thursday due to a knee ailment. After that, they discussed what the Cubs' lineup will look like on Opening Day. Later, they discussed the entertaining second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Mar 23, 202639 min

How much do you trust the Bears’ draft process when it comes to defense? (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed the state of the Bears' defense and shared their confidence level in general manager Ryan Poles' ability to build a strong unit on that side of the ball through the NFL Draft. After that, Richard Deitsch of the Sports Business Journal joined the show to discuss a variety of sports media storylines. Later, Harris and Grote held the Halftime segment.

Mar 23, 202642 min

5 On It & Jeremy Werner reacts to Illinois advancing to Sweet 16 (Hour 3)

In the third hour, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, they shared their favorite moments of the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Later, Illini Inquirer publisher Jeremy Werner joined the show to discuss Illinois advancing to the Sweet 16 and to preview its upcoming showdown against Houston.

Mar 23, 202638 min

Bruce Levine reacts to Cubs placing Seiya Suzuki on injured list (Hour 4)

In the final hour, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed Bears quarterback Caleb Williams’ standing among his counterparts in the NFL. After that, Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the show to discuss the Cubs’ decision to place slugger Seiya Suzuki on the 10-day injured list to start the season due to his knee ailment.

Mar 23, 202638 min

Bruce Levine talks Cubs slugger Seiya Suzuki opening season on injured list

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the Cubs’ decision to place slugger Seiya Suzuki on the 10-day injured list to start the season due to his knee ailment.

Mar 23, 202614 min

Has Caleb Williams risen to a higher tier among NFL quarterbacks?

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed Bears quarterback Caleb Williams’ standing among his counterparts in the NFL.

Mar 23, 202617 min

Jeremy Werner breaks down Illinois' win over VCU to advance to the Sweet 16

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Illini Inquirer publisher Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois advancing to the Sweet 16 and to preview its upcoming showdown against Houston.

Mar 23, 20268 min

5 On It: Which Cubs player are you most sure about heading into the 2026 season?

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

Mar 23, 202618 min

Richard Deitsch talks Kevin Harlan, potential Paramount-Warner Bros. merger

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Richard Deitsch of the Sports Business Journal to discuss a variety of sports media storylines.

Mar 23, 202616 min

How much do you trust the Bears’ draft process when it comes to defense?

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed the state of the Bears' defense and shared their confidence level in general manager Ryan Poles' ability to build a strong unit on that side of the ball through the NFL Draft.

Mar 23, 202617 min

Did the Cubs give us a sneak peek at their Opening Day lineup?

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed what the Cubs' lineup will look like on Opening Day.

Mar 23, 202613 min

Seiya Suzuki won't be ready for Opening Day due to knee injury

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to the news that Cubs slugger Seiya Suzuki won't be ready for Opening Day on Thursday due to a knee ailment.

Mar 23, 202615 min

Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score: March 16-20

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In Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score, FS1 host Danny Parkins joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to discuss the Bears' outlook for the 2026 season and to detail why they're a candidate to regress; Bootleg Football Podcast co-host and All 32 creator Brett Kollman joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to discuss the Bears' dire need to improve their pass rush; and Score football analyst Anthony Herron joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the Bears' moves this offseason.

Mar 22, 202650 min

Best of the Cubs: Ron Coomer previews the 2026 season

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In the Best of the Cubs this week, Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer joined the Mully & Haugh Show to preview the 2026 season; Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed whether designated hitter Moises Ballesteros can be in the National League Rookie of the Year mix this season; and Rahimi, Harris and Mark Grote discussed right-hander Jameson Taillon's prolonged struggles this spring.

Mar 21, 202642 min

Best of the Bears: Could Colston Loveland be the team's No. 1 receiver?

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In the Best of the Bears this week, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed if second-year tight end Colston Loveland could emerge as the team's leading receiver in the 2026 season; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes evaluated the Bears' center and left tackle positions following changes at those spots; and Bootleg Football Podcast co-host and All 32 creator Brett Kollman joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to discuss the Bears' dire need to improve their pass rush.

Mar 21, 202658 min