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Remembering coach Dave McGinnis, who's forever connected to The Score
Ben's Vision: Assessing the Bears' options at No. 25 overall in NFL Draft
Nico Hoerner is enjoying leading off for the Cubs
Full Show — April 13, 2026
Was this Billy Donovan's last stand as Bulls head coach? (Hour 1)
Cubs avoid sweep against Pirates & Steve Stone talks White Sox (Hour 2)
Barry Rozner reflects on Rory McIlroy going back-to-back at the Masters (Hour 3)
Nico Hoerner is off to a strong start
Barry Rozner defines Rory McIlroy's legacy after he wins Masters again
Caleb Williams made an appearance at Coachella
Steve Stone previews White Sox lefty Noah Schultz's upcoming MLB debut
Cubs avoid sweep against Pirates and is Ben Brown finding his rhythm?
Could Billy Donovan take the Magic job again, almost 20 years later?
Was this Billy Donovan's last stand as Bulls head coach?

Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score: April 6-10
bonusIn Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score, NBA.com writer Steve Aschburner joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the state of the Bulls as they embark on a search for a new lead executive; Chicago Sports Network analyst Jake Butt joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to discuss Bears tight end Colston Loveland's talents and to share insight on a handful of NFL Draft prospects; and FS1 host Danny Parkins joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to announce that the Cubs For A Cure Radiothon will be held on May 21-22.

Best of the Bears: Could Chicago trade back from No. 25 overall in NFL Draft?
bonusIn the Best of the Bears this week, Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to discuss if the Bears could trade back from No. 25 overall in the NFL Draft; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the collaboration between general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson and how that has helped elevate the organization; and Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the latest NFL headlines, including Giants defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence's trade request.

Full Show — April 10, 2026
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's comments about right-hander Cade Horton needing to undergo season-ending elbow surgery. They also discussed how the Bulls are all over the map with their organizational philosophies.

Billy Donovan, Bulls continue to be in a conundrum regarding tanking
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Bulls are all over the map with their organizational philosophies.

Jed Hoyer explains what could be next to address Cubs' pitching injuries
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's comments about right-hander Cade Horton needing to undergo season-ending elbow surgery.

Best of the Cubs: Loss of Cade Horton leaves a big void
bonusIn the Best of the Cubs this week, Tribune reporter Meghan Montemurro joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to react to the news that right-hander Cade Horton will undergo season-ending elbow surgery; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the loss of Horton affects the Cubs' outlook in 2026; and Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the Cubs bouncing back to win their series against the Rays after losing the opener to Tampa Bay.

Full Show — April 9, 2026
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the NBA's tanking problem and welcomed on Big Ten Network analyst Jake Butt to preview the NFL Draft.

NBA may give the Bulls cover in their avoidance of tanking (Hour 1)
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the anti-tanking legislation the NBA is considering that could give the Bulls cover as they haven't engaged in full-on tanking like some other teams. After that, the guys listened and reacted to NBA commissioner Adam Silver's recent comments in which he discussed how to potentially curb tanking. The guys detailed why that could reward the Bulls.

Spiegs: Carl Williams should've alerted Caleb of George Gervin's greatness (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the fight between Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and NBA legend George Gervin over the "Iceman" nickname. After that, Marquee Sports Network analyst Jim Deshaies joined the show to discuss the Cubs bouncing back to win their series against the Rays after they lost the opener to Tampa Bay.

Joe Maddon reflected on managerial missteps in Game 7 of 2016 World Series (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to former Cubs manager Joe Maddon reflect on his missteps in Game 7 of the 20216 World Series, which Chicago won in dramatic fashion over Cleveland. After that, the guys took calls from Score listeners on Maddon’s comments.

Jake Butt explains why Colston Loveland is such a weapon for Bears (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Big Ten Network analyst Jake Butt to discuss Bears tight end Colston Loveland's talents and to preview the NFL Draft. Later, Spiegel and Holmes discussed how the curse of the White Sox Opening Day starter lives on.

Curse of the White Sox Opening Day starter lives on
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the White Sox demoting Opening Day starter Shane Smith to Triple-A.

Jake Butt explains why Colston Loveland is such a weapon for Bears
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Big Ten Network analyst Jake Butt to discuss Bears tight end Colston Loveland's talents and to preview the NFL Draft.

Callers weigh in on Joe Maddon reflecting on Game 7 of 2016 World Series
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes took calls from Score listeners who shared their thoughts on former Cubs manager Joe Maddon reflecting on his missteps in Game 7 of the 20216 World Series, which Chicago won in dramatic fashion over Cleveland.

Joe Maddon reflected on managerial missteps in Game 7 of 2016 World Series
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to former Cubs manager Joe Maddon reflect on his missteps in Game 7 of the 20216 World Series, which Chicago won in dramatic fashion over Cleveland.

Jim Deshaeis likes slug at top of Cubs' lineup
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Jim Deshaies to discuss the Cubs bouncing back to win their series against the Rays after they lost the opener to Tampa Bay.

Spiegs: Carl Williams should've alerted Caleb of George Gervin's greatness
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the fight between Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and NBA legend George Gervin over the "Iceman" nickname.

Adam Silver is looking at rewarding teams in the middle trying to win
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to NBA commissioner Adam Silver's recent comments in which he discussed how to potentially curb tanking. The guys detailed why that could reward the Bulls.

NBA may give the Bulls cover in their avoidance of tanking
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the anti-tanking legislation the NBA is considering that could give the Bulls cover as they haven't engaged in full-on tanking like some other teams.

Best of the Bulls: Will Billy Donovan remain with the organization or leave?
bonusIn the Best of the Bulls this week, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh shared their takeaways from president Michael Reinsdorf's press conference in which he addressed the firings of executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley; Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris debated if the Bulls can attract the best executive candidates after expressing their strong desire to keep Donovan on as head coach; and Chicago Sports Network host Cam Smith joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the Bulls' direction as they embark on their search for a new lead executive.

Will Billy Donovan want to stay in Chicago or leave? (Hour 1)
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by discussing if Bulls head coach Billy Donovan will return to the organization next season or walk away from the franchise. After that, Spiegel and Holmes listened and reacted to Donovan's recent comments about the state of the organization.

Brian Geltzeiler doesn't like how Bulls' front office search has started (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Sirius XM NBA Radio host Brian Geltzeiler to detail his concern with how the Bulls' front office search has begun and to share the names of a few candidates who he believes would be good fits to lead Chicago. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed how the Cubs offense needs to carry the team as the pitching staff has been decimated by injury.

Full Show — April 8, 2026
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed Bulls head coach Billy Donovan's future with the organization. Will he return next season or walk away from Chicago? The guys also discussed the Cubs' outlook after they lost right-hander Cade Horton for the season.

Ben's Vision: Ryan Poles notes signing players is easier now with Ben Johnson (Hour 3)
In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes held the Ben’s Vision segment, with a focus on the collaboration between Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson. They listened to Poles' recent comments on the topic in which he noted it's easier to attract free agents to Chicago with Johnson in charge. After that, the guys reacted to a baseball brawl Tuesday night that involved two former Chicago players.

Jon Lester talked negotiating David Ross' contract at 2 a.m. at Bub City
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to former Cubs ace Jon Lester tell the story of how he helped bring catcher and good friend David Ross to Chicago.

A baseball brawl that shocked us
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to a baseball brawl Tuesday night that involved two former Chicago players.

Ben's Vision: Ryan Poles notes signing players easier now with Ben Johnson
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes held the Ben’s Vision segment, with a focus on the collaboration between Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson. They listened to Poles' recent comments on the topic in which he noted it's easier to attract free agents to Chicago with Johnson in charge.

Spiegs thinks Cubs can win division without Cade Horton
bonusMatt Spiegel believes that the Cubs can win the NL Central without pitcher Cade Horton who will miss the season after undergoing elbow surgery.

Cubs offense needs to carry this team through pitching injuries
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Cubs offense needs to carry the team as the pitching staff has been decimated by injury.

Brian Geltzeiler doesn't like how Bulls' front office search has started
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Sirius XM NBA Radio host Brian Geltzeiler to detail his concern with how the Bulls' front office search has begun and to share the names of a few candidates who he believes would be good fits to lead Chicago.

Billy Donovan weighs in on Bulls ownership
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bulls head coach Billy Donovan's recent comments about the state of the franchise.

Will Billy Donovan want to stay in Chicago or leave?
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed if Bulls head coach Billy Donovan will return to the organization next season or walk away from the franchise.

Full Show — April 7, 2026
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bulls president Michael Reinsdorf's press conference in which he addressed the state of the franchise. They also reacted to the breaking news that Cubs right-hander Cade Horton will undergo season-ending elbow surgery.

Nico Hoerner isn't concerned about the Cubs' slow start (Hour 1)
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by reacting to an ominous update on Cubs right-hander Cade Horton's health as he deals with a right forearm strain. After that, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the show to discuss the team’s slow 4-6 start.

Michael Reinsdorf unfiltered reflects on the Bulls' direction (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened to Bulls president Michael Reinsdorf's press conference in which he discussed the direction of the franchise after he fired executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley on Monday. Later, Spiegel and Holmes took calls from Bulls fans who are frustrated by the state of the franchise.

Cal Ripken Jr. shares advice for Little League parents (Hour 3)
In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes shared a few of their takeaways from Bulls president Michael Reinsdorf’s press conference Tuesday afternoon in which he addressed the state of the franchise. After that, MLB legend Cal Ripken Jr. joined the show to share insight on an endeavor near and dear to his heart.