From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer and guest host Laurence Holmes discuss what expectations they have for Justin Fields as the Bears prep for their first preseason game.

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From 'The PBP: Voices of Baseball' (subscribe here): Jon "Boog" Sciambi details why he values sharing analytics / advanced metrics on his baseball broadcasts.

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In episode No. 16 of The Daily Score, Mark Grote focused on how the Bears' rookie class has fared so far in training camp. Grote discussed right tackle Darnell Wright's false start issues (1:00), defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. showing promise (02:38), the possibility of cornerback Tyrique Stevenson being the "MVP" of camp (03:36) and defensive tackle Zacch Pickens still having a ways to go before making an impact (04:15). Grote also discussed running back Roschon Johnson being a work in progress (04:46), wide receiver Tyler Scott discussing the challenge of adjusting to the NFL (05:40) and an impressive camp for linebacker Noah Sewell (10:08) and cornerback to Terell Smith (10:25). Later, Grote listened to Scott explain why "he fell in love" while watching film of Bears legend Gale Sayers (12:04).

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Was using Nick Madrigal as a pinch hitter for a sacrifice bunt the best strategy for the Cubs as they trailed 4-3 to the Mets with 0 outs in the 9th inning? Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes explored the "Nick Madrigal paradox".

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Mike Mulligan and Gabe Ramirez discussed the Cubs' 4-3 loss to the Mets on Wednesday, leading them to ponder why Chicago kept pitching to New York slugger Pete Alonso during the three-game series.

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In episode No. 15 of The Daily Score, Mark Grote recounted his recent conversation with White Sox legend and Georgia native Frank Thomas regarding his expectations this season for the Bears and quarterback Justin Fields (00:19). Mark then discussed the team announcing Wednesday that Fields will indeed start in Saturday's preseason opener against the Titans at Soldier Field (02:03). Later, Grote broke down a heated exchange that took place at practice between wide receiver Chase Claypool and cornerback Tyrique Stevenson (03:26) before discussing offensive tackle Darnell Wright racking up false starts (06:12).

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Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi discussed their takeaways from the Cubs' 3-2 win over the Mets on Tuesday night in Queens, New York, which included an outstanding moment on defense for shortstop Dansby Swanson. The crew also discussed the idea that fans should live "in the now", and appreciate the team's post-All Star break hot streak.

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From 'Organizations Win Championships' (subscribe here): Billy Donovan has a very unique way of connecting with his players. Dan Bernstein details Donovan's doings.

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Mike Mulligan and Gabe Ramirez shared their thoughts on the Bears' first depth chart heading into the team's preseason opener Saturday.

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From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): Dan Wiederer and Herb Howard play our favorite game, "What You Doin' Man?" as Herb has his own issue he wants to bring to the pod!

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