Spiegel & Holmes Show

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the breaking news that Cubs right fielder Seiya Suzuki has been diagnosed with a strained PCL in his right knee, which manager Craig Counsell called a “minor” injury.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes shared context on the Bears' financial situation after ESPN insider Adam Schefter recently called them "broke."

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes explained why they expect Cubs right-hander Cade Horton to have a big 2026.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes held the Ben’s Vision segment, where they evaluated the Bears’ center and left tackle positions. How much of a downgrade is it for the Bears to go from Drew Dalman to Garrett Bradbury at center? And who will win the starting left tackle job?

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes shared the news that Cubs closer Daniel Palencia is expected to be available to pitch for Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic final Tuesday after he pitched Monday. Spiegel explained the intel he has gathered on the matter.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes previewed the USA-Venezuela matchup in the World Baseball Classic championship game Tuesday evening.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the entertaining World Baseball Classic and shared a few prospects for Bulls fans to keep an eye on in the NCAA Tournament.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by discussing how entertaining the World Baseball Classic has been while also lamenting how Team USA hasn’t been as joyful as other countries.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes welcomed on Rapheal Davis of the Big Ten Network to preview the NCAA Tournament. After that, Spiegel and Holmes explained how former Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl made a mockery of the NCAA Tournament selection show on CBS on Sunday.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears’ offseason moves for a bit before their conversation went off the rails. After that, Marlins radio play-by-play announcer Jack McMullen joined the show to discuss the entertaining World Baseball Classic.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner is showing more power this spring. After that, they discussed a few prospects whom Bulls fans should have their eyes on in the NCAA Tournament.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes break down a few prospects whom Bulls fans should have their eyes on in the NCAA Tournament.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner is showing more power this spring.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the Jets trading former Bears quarterback Justin Fields to the Chiefs.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Marlins radio play-by-play announcer Jack McMullen to discuss the entertaining World Baseball Classic.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears’ offseason moves for a bit before their conversation went off the rails.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to "Sinners" director Ryan Coogler, a former wide receiver at Sacramento State, winning an Oscar.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes explained how former Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl made a mockery of the NCAA Tournament selection show on CBS on Sunday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes welcomed on Rapheal Davis of the Big Ten Network to preview the NCAA Tournament.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes explained how Team USA seems to be sucking the fun out of the World Baseball Classic.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how entertaining the World Baseball Classic has been.

In Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score, Ringer draft analyst Todd McShay joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share insight on the 2026 NFL Draft class and where its strengths match up with the Bears' needs; Russ Dorsey of Yahoo Sports joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to discuss the latest Cubs storylines in spring training, including utilityman Matt Shaw getting a look at first base; and former Bears offensive lineman Roberto Garza joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to reflect on his failed physical with the Baltimore Ravens in 2005, which led him to sign with Chicago, where he found great success.

In the Best of the Bears this week, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share his takeaways from general manager Ryan Poles' press conference Thursday and to discuss the need for Chicago to improve its pass rush; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears' need to bolster their defensive line; and Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris took calls from Score listeners who shared their thoughts on whether the Bears should pursue Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby in a trade.

Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali discussed the Bears' prudent approach to this offseason.

Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali opened their show by discussing the Bears' frugal offseason. After that, they discussed how Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen is under a microscope due to his specific personnel requirements for his scheme.

In the second hour, Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali were joined by Dave Helman of The Athletic Football Show to discuss the latest Bears and NFL storylines as free agency continues. After that, Holmes and Vitali reacted to ESPN insider Adam Schefter calling the Bears "broke."

In the third hour, Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali were joined by ESPN writer Kalyn Kahler to discuss the latest NFL storylines. After that, Vitali explained why it’s difficult to get NFL Players Association members on the same page.

In the final hour, Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali discussed the NFL considering an idea to hold a game on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Later, they listened and reacted to new Lions running back Isaiah Pacheco detail his first phone conversation with Detroit head coach Dan Campbell.

Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali listened and reacted to new Lions running back Isaiah Pacheco detail his first phone conversation with Detroit head coach Dan Campbell.

Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali discussed the NFL considering an idea to hold a game on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.

Carmen Vitali is getting married in Italy soon, close to Vatican City. We wondered if Pope Leo XIV could wave off of his balcony.

Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali were joined by ESPN writer Kalyn Kahler to discuss the latest NFL storylines.

Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali reacted to ESPN insider Adam Schefter calling the Bears "broke."

Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali were joined by Dave Helman of The Athletic Football Show to discuss the latest Bears and NFL storylines as free agency continues.

Laurence Holmes, Carmen Vitali and the crew discussed how Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen is under a microscope due to his specific personnel requirements for his scheme.

Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali discussed the Bears' frugal offseason.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Bears can improve their defensive line and welcomed on Ringer draft analyst Todd McShay to share insight on the 2026 NFL Draft class.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears' failure to add a big-ticket player in free agency and how they'll continue to build their roster moving forward. After that, they discussed the Bears' lack of cash spending since 2019 and whether that will change now that they're contenders.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Patrick Claybon of NFL Network to discuss the Ravens backing out of a trade agreement to acquire star defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Raiders after Crosby failed a physical with Baltimore. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed how Cubs utilityman Matt Shaw could see time at first base this season.

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes pondered what the Bears can do to improve their defensive line, which was a weakness in 2025. After that, Jon Morosi of Fox Sports and MLB Network joined the show to break down the World Baseball Classic action.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Ringer draft analyst Todd McShay, who did a deep dive on the edge rusher, safety and left tackle positions in this 2026 NFL Draft class. He shared insight on prospects who would fit the Bears and could be available for them in the first and second rounds, over which Chicago holds three picks. After that, Spiegel and Holmes listened and reacted to the highlights of Bears general manager Ryan Poles’ media session Thursday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to the highlights of Bears general manager Ryan Poles’ media session Thursday.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Ringer draft analyst Todd McShay, who did a deep dive on the edge rusher, safety and left tackle positions in this 2026 NFL Draft class. He shared insight on prospects who would fit the Bears and could be available for them in the first and second rounds, over which Chicago holds three picks.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Jon Morosi of Fox Sports and MLB Network to break down the World Baseball Classic action.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes pondered what the Bears can do to improve their defensive line, which was a weakness in 2025.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Cubs utilityman Matt Shaw could see time at first base this season.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Patrick Claybon of NFL Network to discuss the Ravens backing out of a trade agreement to acquire star defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Raiders after Crosby failed a physical with Baltimore.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears' lack of cash spending since 2019 and whether that will change now that they're contenders.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Bears' failure to add a big-ticket player in free agency and how they'll continue to build their roster moving forward.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed whether the Bears should pursue Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby on the trade market after the Ravens backed out of their agreement to acquire him. They also reacted to Italy's upset of Team USA in pool play in the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday.