The Stretch

On today's show we are joined by former Bears kicker and Bears all time leading scorer Robbie Gould. We get into his new life as a football coach at St. Viator High School in Arlington Heights, we also get into how he was in the building for the double doink and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we start by addressing WSD get back into addressing things - which leads to another foot-off. We then get into the struggles of the White Sox and the Cubs bullpen. We also touch on how the Cubs must re-sign Kyle Tucker to keep any good grace with fans. We later get into WSD addressing voicemails which leads us to rehashing Cons vs WSD mile race and set a date to make it happen. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:24 - Matas Highlight Reel 03:47 - WSD Twitter 05:16 - WSD Shoes 08:41 - WSD Twitter 09:57 - Luis Robert Jr. 12:27 - Whitesox Shedding Payroll 16:06 - Cubs Bullpen 24:52 - Bears Draft 26:17 - Ben Johnson 28:12 - Case Keenum 29:50 - Ovi Goal Scoring Record 32:36 - Kesler's Shut Out 34:06 - Where does Ovi Stand? 37:23 - Blackhawks 40:12 - Stanley Cup Futures 56:30 - VoicemailsYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by Pat Maroon of the Chicago Blackhawks and Victus Sports CEO Jared Smith. We talk about Pat getting to his 100th fight, and challenging White Sox Dave to a marathon. We then get into whether torpedo bats are cheating and discuss their future in baseball.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we first recap the last few days of College Basketball. We then get into the Chicago Cubs and WSD being unaware of the new "Torpedo Bats" the yankees have been using. This leads to Big Cat creating a mandate for WSD stating he must once again address things and have an active voice on the internet.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode we are joined by former Loyola basketball star Cam Krutwig to talk about being a Bears fan while playing basketball professionally in Spain. We also get into his thoughts on current college basketball now that NIL endorsements are allowed and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today’s episode of The Stretch we get into the release of long time Chicago radio host Dan Bernstein after his social media out burst. Also Chief is put on the hot seat to eat his words after promising a victory vs Eddie in Rone's 1v1 to 1 basketball tournament in the Chicago office. We later get into projections for the upcoming White Sox season, the run the Bulls have been on, and some college basketball futures.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode we are out in Arizona for spring training and talk with White Sox Noah Schultz and Kyle Teel. We get into their time at camp, making the roster, and the changing culture within the White Sox building.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch we get into the Bears becoming the betting favorite for Ashton Jeanty. We question whether going to Japan will hurt the Cubs in the long term. We take a look at the college basketball championship bracket, and how the Bulls championship banners have been burned during a Disturbed concert.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Cubs Starting Pitcher Jameson Taillon joins Eddie, Dave, and Chief during their trip to Arizona for 2025 Spring Training. They talk about Jameson's time with the Cubs so far and how he is becoming a team veteran, and he and White Sox Dave bond over their love for gaming.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we recap the moves the Bears have made so far in Free Agency + Trades. We also get into what may make the most sense for the Bears in the NFL draft, and also other possible moves the Bears could still make. We also get into how Spencer Knight has instantly became a key player in the Blackhawks lineup. We get an update on where we are with matching jackets and review the first 3 episode of the Olympic basketball documentary "Court of Gold".You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode we are still in Arizona and this time at the Cubs spring facility to talk with Pete Crow Armstrong. We get into his time at spring training, changing his number, the athletes he would want to race and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, the boys are in Scottsdale, Arizona for MLB spring training. We get into the Bears narrowing down their top prospects, the Seth Jones trade, and preview the upcoming MLB season for the Cubs and White Sox.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On this episode of The Stretch, Eddie, Chief, and Dave talk to Dan Hayes, a former White Sox beat reporter who now covers the Twins for the Athletic. They talk about the Ishbia brothers and the recent ownership news involving them buying up shares in the White Sox.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we recap the Four Nations Face off and USA loss to Canada in the final. We also get into the Chicago Bears filling their coaching staff, the cuts they've made and hypotheticals for Free Agency and the Draft. We also get into Justin Ishbia increasing investment in the White Sox and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Eddie, Chief, and Dave are joined in studio by Paul Pabst, the producer of the Dan Patrick Show. We get into all things Chicago from sports to food and he gives us some of his best celebrity stories from his time with the show. Pabst also shares how he and Eddie go way back.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch we get into the Four Nations Hockey Tournament and Saturdays match up of USA vs Canada with USA winning 3-1. We also get into how the NBA All Star game is losing interest for many people and how the NFL remains king. We also touch on College Basketball Blue Bloods and the Cubs missing out on Alex Bregman. We finish off the show with our review of the 30 For 30 Documentary of Jimmy The Greek. Chapters: (0:00) - Intro (1:26) - Four Nations Face off 14:38 - Paul Bissonnette's Comments on Connor Bedard (16:40) - NBA All Star Weekend (22:20) - NFL vs Other Pro Sports Leagues (27:22) - Is Indiana Still a College Basketball Blue Blood? (34:10) - Cubs Miss Out of Alex Bregman (39:10) - Jimmy The Greek 30 For 30 ReviewYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode we are joined by UFC Welterweight Champion Belal Muhammad. We get into him being the best athlete in Chicago, his time training with Khabib Nurmagomedov to win the belt, the UFC fighters he would like to fight the most and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Chief and Whitesox Dave interview former White Sox catcher and World Series champion AJ Pierzynski to get his takes on the current state of Major League Baseball, the Chicago White Sox franchise, and his current experience as a host for his current show Foul Territory. Chief and Dave also address the unfortunate passing of Bears owner Virginia McCaskey, who was 102.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

The guys discuss the Bulls lackluster trade deadline, Bears ownership, and the Blackhawks. We have also reached the darkest days of the sports calendar and are starting a movie club.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, Big Cat and Eddie are in New Orleans for the big game. Big Cat calls in for reactions to the Bulls Trading Zach Lavine to the Kings in a three way trade that seemingly wasn't favorable to the Bulls. We also get into the news of Browns pass rusher Myles Garrett requesting a trade, and what we would give up in order to get him to Chicago. We later get into Mark Messier's breakdown of Connor Bedard and our picks for the big game.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode we are joined by Hoops Wire's Sam Amico to break down the Chicago Bulls best trade deadline options.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we get into the Bears hiring of Ben Johnson and a brand new coaching staff including Dennis Allen as DC and Declan Doyle as OC. We touch on how this is new for the Bears as Ben Johnson is expected to receive $13M per year, and the players are seemingly already bought in. We also get into the Cubs trading for Ryan Pressly, and how the annual Sox fest proved to be a disaster once again.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode of The Stretch we are joined by former NFL head coach and Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz. We get into his thoughts on the Bears hiring Ben Johnson, his time coaching Jay Cutler and the Bears and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we are joined by Ohio's Tate to breakdown the match up of Ohio State vs Notre Dame, and the match up in the gambling cave. Tate believes OSU matches up perfectly to ND, however Chief Disagrees. We also get more into our expectations for the Bears head coaching search, the NFC north being a fraudulent juggernaut conference, Tom Ricketts quote of only breaking even, and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode we are joined by former NFL and Notre Dame Tight End Tyler Eifert. We get into his time playing at Notre Dame and what is was like for him to play win the national championship game and his outlook on the upcoming match up. We are later joined by Free Agent offensive lineman Zack Martin. Eddie and Chief attempt to recruit Zack to come protect Caleb Williams here in Chicago.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by Arlington Heights resident Jersey Jerry. We get into the Bears coaching search, the Packers going out sad in the playoffs vs the Eagles, and we dream up all the crazy things we wish the Bears would include in a new stadium in Arlington Heights. New features include: an 18 story Portillo's, horse races at halftime, a strip club, a real Bear and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode of The Stretch we are joined by Bussin' W/ The Boys and 9 year NFL veteran Will Compton. We get into who he thinks is the best candidate for the Bears head coaching job, his time playing for Mike Vrabel and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears finally beating the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, and how Caleb Williams is 1-0 in enemy territory. We also get into how the season as a whole was disappointment, and discuss which head coaching candidates are best for the Chicago Bears. Later, we get into D-Rose night at the Untied Center and Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode we recap the Bears 6-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football. We get into how that may have been the most boring game of all time, how we've become apathetic about the season, and Eddie gets into how he fired his drywall guy on Christmas.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears 9th straight loss, falling 34-17 to the Detroit Lions. Big Cat has Ben Johnson picked out as his 1A for the Bears next head coach. We get into Sammy Sosa apologizing to the Cubs and White Sox Dave disapproves of the move, and we also recap the first round of the College Football Playoffs.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode we are joined by former NFL & Notre Dame Tight End Kyle Rudolph. We get into the in-state rivalry between Notre Dame and Indiana, his prediction for the College Football Playoff and who he believes is the best choice for the Bears next head coach.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, the boys were boots on the ground for the Bears Monday Night Football matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. Big Cat wisely decided to not make the trip to Minneapolis, but leaves us a voicemail of his thoughts. We get into how we have hit full apathy with the Chicago Bears, discuss who the worst owner is Chicago, the Kyle Tucker trade and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode of The Stretch we are joined by former Bears Quarterback Jim Miller. We get into this thoughts on the current Bears team, who the next head coach, and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we are depressed to declare that the Bears 2024 season is effectively over. After a 38-13 loss to the San Francisco 49ers all hope is gone for a successful season. We get into how 2024 has been a terrible year for sports in the city of Chicago and specifically for Big Cat. We also begin to shift the plans for the show into something more fun. We also react to Eddie new haircut after coming back from getting a hair transplant in Turkey.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode we are joined by three guests: Matt Murley from Spittin Chiclets, Jonny Lazarus & Michael Cerami. With Murls and Johnny we recap the Blackhawks season thus far and talk about how Connor Bedard and the team can get back on track. Later we are joined by Michael Cerami to talk about the Cubs offseason and have a discussion on whether or not Chicago is the most disappointing sports city.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by former Chicago Bear and ESPN 1000's Tom Waddle. We give our reactions to the firing of Bears Head Coach Matt Eberflus. We also get into how the most important thing for the Bears organization going forward is the development of Caleb Williams, and we give our thoughts on who we'd like to see as the next head coach of the Chicago Bears.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode we are joined by former Nebraska football coach Bo Pelini. We get into his thoughts on the current 12 team College Football Playoff format, his current favorite teams to win the national title, and his thoughts on potentially coaching the Chicago Bears.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Chicago Bears week 12 30-27 overtime loss to the Minnesota Vikings. We get into how the most important thing going forward this season is Caleb Williams development and no longer winning games. Big Cat also brings up that the Bears next Head Coach hire may be the most important decision in franchise history. We also touch base on some of the other sports teams in Chicago, and give Captain Cons a call for going media silent after Notre Dame vs Army.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode we are joined by former Bears offensive lineman Kyle Long. We get into his thoughts on the current Bears team and Caleb Williams. How he would go about fixing the Bears offensive line and who is to blame for their struggles. We also get into Kyle's thoughts on the difference between Bears organization and the Kansas City Chief's organization.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we recap the Chicago Bears Heartbreaking loss to the Green Bay Packers after a blocked game winning field goal attempt. We touch on the fact that with Caleb Williams showing promise this loss only hurts as much as it does due to the rivalry of Chicago and Green Bay. We get into what it may take to bring the Bears back, and the hope for the remained of the season.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode of The Stretch we are joined by Bears legend Ron Rivera. We get into his experience playing on the Super Bowl champion 1985 Bears, and coaching the 2006 Bears. We also get into his takes on the current Chicago Bears team, who the best players he's coached and some of craziest stories from coaching the Chicago Bears.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we recap the lifeless Bears 19-3 Loss against the New England Patriots. We get into how the problems are from the top down starting with ownership. We get into how the Bears are repeating their cycle once again of new coaches, coordinators, GMs, and Quarterback all for the same result. We talk how Caleb Williams may already be ruined by the Chicago Bears and further prove the theory that even a QB like Patrick Mahomes would not succeed in Chicago.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's Interview episode we have both Max Strus from the Cleveland Cavaliers and White Sox Legend Aaron Rowand. We get into how the Cavs have started hot this season and planning a Putin Bay trip with Max Strus. We also get into how Aaron Rowand and the 2005 White Sox would handle some of the situations our current Chicago sports are in.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we recap the disaster of a game the Bears played against the Arizona Cardinals and declare the Bears season over. We get into how the Bears looked very undisciplined and how that is a reflection of the coaching staff. We also get into how the Bears made a mistake re-signing Matt Eberflus and how that has potentially lead us down the same path as the many years of the past. We later get into White Sox Dave's wing eating challenge and how Dave is a person you can both never count on and always count out, when it comes to challenges.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode we are joined by former Chicago Bears Long Snapper Pat Mannelly. We get into his thoughts on Tyrique Stevenson taunting fans during a Hail Mary and how Lovie Smith and the 2008 Bears team would handle that situation. We also get into his best Love Smith story and share with us his thoughts on the current Bears team and coaches.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we recap the Bears heart breaking loss to the Washington Commanders after a last second Hail Mary from Jayden Daniels. We also get into how White Sox Dave mushed the Bears by saying "he'll never apologize for a win" while 23 seconds were still left on the board. We touch on Tyrique Stevenson taunting the crowd while the final hail may was starting, and who is most to blame for that. We also listen to the best voicemails sent to us after that heartbreaking Bears loss.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's interview episode, we are joined by Pardon my Take's co-host and Washington Commanders correspondent PFT Commenter. We get into Caleb Williams vs Jayden Daniels so far this season as the two are set to face off this Sunday (depending on Daniels' health). We also touch on the similarities between the Chicago Bears and the Washington Commanders franchises, how White Sox Dave cost PFT thousands of dollars by not betting against the White Sox this season, and Chief get duped by fake Myles Garrett trade scenarios.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch, we get into the Bears being off on the Bye Week. We talk about with the success of the Packers, Lions and Vikings that the Bears have lost the Bye Week. We also touch on the potential Caleb Williams vs Jayden Daniels match up this upcoming week. We also give a season preview for the Chicago Bulls and call friend of the program Ryen Russilo for his expertise. We also take some Bye week voicemails and preview the upcoming Blackhawks season.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's first ever interview episode of The Stretch, we are joined by Bears Tight End Cole Kmet. We get into him winning NFC special teams player of the week for his role as emergency Long Snapper in London. We also get into his growing connection with Quarterback Caleb Williams and the impact D.J Moore and Keenan Allen have on the offense. We also rehash White Sox Dave's take that Walter Payton "wasn't an athlete" from the Backyard Football Draft, which Cole made an appearance.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

On today's episode of The Stretch we recap the Bears dominant 35-16 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. We get into how Caleb Williams, Shane Waldron and the entire Bears offense has improved each week, and how seeing a competent Quarterback under center for the Bears is unfamiliar to Bears fans. We also touch on the impact that a healthy Keenan Allen has on the Bears offense. We also talk about how after 6 weeks the NFC North has proven to be the best division in the NFL. We listen to the best voicemails from week 6, and make a plan with Jersey jerry to bring the Chicago Bears to Arlington Heights.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio