Best of 104.3 The Score

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh conducted the daily 5 at 5 segment, which began with a discussion about what sparked the Cubs' ability to score six runs on Mets right-hander Noah Syndergaard in the first inning of a win Wednesday. Was it the team's sense of urgency, a couple of excellent at-bats or just a bad outing for Syndergaard? The guys then discussed whether Cubs fans are more likely to be delighted over scoring 10 runs off one of the best pitchers in the National League or disgusted over needing five relievers to nail down a shaky victory after taking a 10-1 lead. The morning crew also shared which element of the Bears' final preseason game that they're most interested in watching Thursday night before debating whether the White Sox should pursue Astros right-hander Gerrit Cole in free agency this offseason. Finally, the guys had a conversation about the decision by Churchill Downs Inc., owners of Arlington International Racecourse, not to pursue a casino gambling license. What does the decision mean for the future of the race track? (8/29/19)

Dan Bernstein and Connor McKnight were joined by Bears tight end Jesper Horsted, who won the show's "Ken Mastrole award" for his team-high three receptions for 39 yards in Chicago's preseason win at Indianapolis on Saturday. (8/28/19)

Dan Bernstein and Connor McKnight were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the reaction around the NFL to Colts quarterback Andrew Luck's retirement, newly acquired Vikings kicker Kaare Vedvik's rocky start with his new team and more of the latest football storylines. (8/28/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by White Sox television analyst Steve Stone to discuss right-hander Lucas Giolito's breakout season, why he believes the team doesn't need to pursue Astros right-hander Gerrit Cole in free agency this offseason and more. (8/28/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Score football expert Hub Arkush to discuss whether there's an element of the Bears that will be most affected by not playing in the preseason, his thoughts on whether there will be any surprise cuts and more. (8/28/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Big Ten Network analyst Gerry DiNardo to discuss working with Urban Meyer, whether Illinois football coach Lovie Smith is on the hot seat, Northwestern's quarterback competition and more. (8/28/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Cubs Radio pregame and postgame host Zach Zaidman to discuss the transformation of right-hander Yu Darvish into an elite pitcher in the second half, first baseman Anthony Rizzo's back tightness and more. (8/28/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss why he believes right-hander Yu Darvish is the ace of the Cubs' staff right now, his takeaways from the White Sox wasting right-hander Lucas Giolitio's nine-strikeout quality start in their 3-1 loss to the Twins on Tuesday and more. (8/28/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh conducted the daily 5 at 5 segment, which began with a discussion about how big right-hander Yu Darvish's eight-inning outing was in the Cubs' 5-2 win over the Mets on Tuesday. The guys then explored whether the Cubs are eager to get utilityman Ben Zobrist back because of their issues with the leadoff spot before discussing whether White Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito has a chance to win the American League Cy Young award. Later, the guys had a conversation about which element of the Bears will be most affected by not participating much in preseason games before discussing whether this is a make-or-break season for Illinois football coach Lovie Smith. (8/28/19

Dan Bernstein and Connor McKnight were joined by Paul Charchian of Fanball and LeagueSafe to discuss where fantasy football owners should be drafting Bears players, what to do after the sudden retirement of Colts quarterback Andrew Luck and more. (8/27/19)