Best of 104.3 The Score

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune to discuss the struggles of Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky at training camp, whether sixth-round draft pick Duke Shelley will challenge Buster Skrine for playing time at the nickelback position and more. (8/2/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Hall of Fame baseball writer Peter Gammons to discuss why he believes right-hander Jack Flaherty will be a key figure for the Cardinals down the stretch, utility man Ben Zobrist's attempt at a comeback with the Cubs, the White Sox's decision to stand pat at the trade deadline and more. (8/2/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh conducted the daily 5 at 5 segment, which began with a discussion about the Cubs' continued dismal performance on the road. After losing another road series -- this time to the Cardinals -- will anything but a sweep against the Brewers this weekend be acceptable for a team in an extended funk? Is this a funk or are the Cubs this bad on the road? Will they win the NL Central? The guys then discussed whether the Cubs' offense is now truly fixed after the additions of outfielder Nick Castellanos and utilityman Tony Kemp. What needs to change? The morning crew also debated whether White Sox right-hander Dylan Cease is making significant progress despite losing his starts and discussed whether the team should consider shutting third baseman Yoan Moncada down for the season if he experiences a setback when he returns from the injured list. Finally, the guys debated whether the uneven performance of Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky in training camp is a result of growing pains, emblematic of a great defense or a cause for concern. (8/2/19)

Dan Bernstein and Connor McKnight were joined by Bears backup quarterback Chase Daniel to discuss starting quarterback Mitchell Trubisky's development in his third NFL season, Daniel's role in it, how well he understands coach Matt Nagy's offense and more. (8/1/19)

Dan Bernstein and Connor McKnight were joined by WBBM Radio sideline reporter Mark Grote to discuss the latest on the Bears' kicking competition, the dominance of the team's defense over its offense during training camp practices, the health of tight end Adam Shaheen and more. (8/1/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Hall of Fame football writer Dan Pompei of the Athletic to discuss the NFL Network ranking Bears edge rusher Khalil Mack the third-best player in the league, how important it is for Chicago to stay motivated after its successful 12-4 season in 2018 and more. (8/1/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times to discuss the Cubs' move to trade for Tigers outfielder Nicholas Castellanos and Astros utilityman Tony Kemp at the deadline as well as deal reliever Carl Edwards Jr. to the Padres. (8/1/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by former MLB manager and current NBC Sports Chicago analyst Ozzie Guillen to discuss the importance of right-hander Kyle Hendricks to the Cubs' rotation, the White Sox's decision to stand pat at the trade deadline Wednesday and more. (8/1/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the Cubs' acquisition of Tigers outfielder Nicholas Castellanos and Astros utilityman Tony Kemp ahead of the trade deadline Wednesday, the White Sox's decision to remain idle at the deadline and more. (8/1/19)

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh conducted the daily 5 at 5 segment, which began with a discussion about the Cubs' moves ahead of the trade deadline Wednesday. What statement did president of baseball operations Theo Epstein make in trading for Tigers outfielder Nicholas Castellanos and Astros utilityman Tony Kemp? The guys then had a conversation about whose playing time in the outfield will be most affected by the acquisition of Castellanos and discussed their thoughts on the White Sox's failure to make a significant move at the deadline. They then had a conversation about the NFL Network ranking Bears edge rusher Khalil Mack the third-best player in the league. Is that right and where will he rank at the end of the season? Finally, the group had a discussion about the Hall of Fame Game between the Broncos and Falcons on Thursday. Will either team make a leap this year similar to the one the Bears had in 2018? (8/1/19)