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OFF THE IVY: Chicago Cubs salvage series in Atlanta behind Ben Brown and bullpen shut out May 15, 2026

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The Chicago Cubs avoided a sweep in Atlanta with a gritty 2-0 shutout win over the Braves.

Ben Brown delivered his best starts of the season, attacking the zone and keeping Atlanta’s powerful lineup off balance all night. The bullpen took over from there, combining to slam the door and preserve the Cubs’ shutout victory.

In this episode, we break down Brown’s dominant outing, the key bullpen performances, and how the Cubs were able to salvage the final game of the series before heading to the Southside of Chicago tonight.

Can Ben Brown become a reliable piece of the Cubs’ rotation moving forward and can the Cubs start a new winning streak against the White Sox? We preview the Crosstown Classic this weekend at Rate Field before we end the show.

Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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Is Dennis Allen on the hot seat? May 14, 2026

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Dan Bernstein makes the case that Dennis Allen is officially on the clock, with his job potentially hinging on how the defense performs in the 2026 season.

0:00 Chicago Bears - Dennis Allen

26:00 Josh Giddey / NBA Notes

33:50 PSA to MLB fans

38:50 Matthew Kiminski

48:45 Randy Moss fishing tournament

55:00 Top Gun

Plus, Josh Giddey is sidelined for three months. The NBA playoffs are delivering must-watch drama.

Dan also shares a PSA for baseball fans heading to the ballpark, while the show gives a shoutout to Matthew Kaminski, the iconic organist for the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park.

On top of that, Randy Moss is gearing up for a bass fishing tournament, and the crew celebrates Top Gun Day.

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Chicago Bulls New Opportunity: Why Bryson Graham Needs to Take EVERY Call May 13, 2026

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Dan Bernstein believes Bryson Graham is in a rare and valuable position right now as an unknown commodity on the NBA scene, and he needs to fully lean into it.

0:00 Chicago Bulls

17:15 Chicago Cubs

36:45 Dodgers

According to Dan, that means being aggressive, open-minded, and proactive taking every call, exploring every opportunity, and evaluating every possible avenue to improve the Bulls. Nothing should be off the table, including players who might typically be considered untouchable. The idea is simple: when you don’t yet have a defined league-wide reputation, you have flexibility—use it.

On the Cubs, Dan is preaching patience. Despite a three-game losing streak, he reminded fans this is the natural rhythm of a 162-game season. Slumps happen, and overreacting to a small skid is shortsighted. His message: don’t panic—this is baseball.

Around Major League Baseball, the Dodgers are set to honor two former players, Billy Bean and Glenn Burke, during Pride Night. Dan highlighted the significance of recognizing their contributions and legacy, especially given their impact as openly gay figures connected to the sport.

And in college football, Lane Kiffin made comments comparing recruiting at LSU versus Ole Miss, which stirred some backlash. Dan doesn’t see the issue. From his perspective, Kiffin was simply stating the obvious realities of recruiting differences between programs, and he doesn’t understand why people are taking offense.

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Craig Counsell’s Masterpiece: How the Cubs Are Winning Despite Pitching Injuries May 12, 2026

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Dan Bernstein floated a compelling idea today: if the season ended right now, Craig Counsell would be the early frontrunner for Manager of the Year. And it’s hard to argue.

0:00 Craig Counsell

25:45 MLB manager ejections

42:20 A man, a rock and a seal

The Cubs are sitting atop the NL Central with the second‑best record in all of baseball, despite being ravaged by pitching injuries. They’re doing it with depth guys, patched‑together rotations, and a clubhouse that hasn’t flinched.

The only team ahead of them? Atlanta — by a single game. And fittingly, that’s who the Cubs see next, opening a three‑game series tonight against the Braves in a true measuring‑stick matchup.

It also raises a broader question about the modern game: do baseball fans actually miss the old‑school manager ejections? The red‑faced blowups, the dirt‑kicking, the choreographed arguments with umpires that were more performance art than protest?

As technology continues to reshape baseball — pitch clocks, replay review, automated strike‑zone assistance on the horizon — those phony sideshows are disappearing. And honestly, that might be a good thing. The game is faster, cleaner, and more honest than it used to be. The drama now comes from execution, not theatrics.

And with that, we wrap things up today with one last story — a man, a seal, and a rock.

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Chicago Bulls land the 4th pick - a franchise-changing moment? May 11, 2026

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The Chicago Bulls finally caught a break, landing the 4th overall pick in the NBA Draft — and Dan Bernstein believes this could be a franchise‑changing moment for the Bulls and new power broker Bryson Graham.

0:00 Chicago Bulls

14:50 Wembanyama

20:50 Anthony Edwards

29:00 Knicks Fans

33:20 Mike Clevenger

48:50 Devil Wears Prada 2

59:45 DBU Picks

With no front office fully in place and no head coach yet, there’s still plenty of uncertainty, but a top‑5 pick gives the rebuild a real chance to start on solid footing.

The NBA Playoffs continue to deliver, including a notable — and frustrating — moment when Victor Wembanyama was ejected. Dan discusses why it was a dumb, avoidable situation, but also an important learning experience for a young superstar discovering just how intense the playoff pressure cooker can be.

In baseball, the Mike Clevinger story takes on new significance as more details surface, raising serious questions about whether the MLB investigation fell well short of doing enough.

Dan also shares his thoughts after seeing The Devil Wears Prada 2, breaking down what worked, what didn’t, and whether the sequel was worth the wait.

We wrap things up, as always, with DBU Picks.

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History in the Making: Chicago Cubs eye second 10-Game Win Streak May 08, 2026

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Dan Bernstein dives into the historic numbers behind the Chicago Cubs’ remarkable recent run, breaking down a dominant 20‑game stretch as they sit on the brink of their second 10‑game winning streak of the season—a feat that would mark just the 11th time since 1969 the Cubs have accomplished it.

0:00 Chicago Cubs

12:30 FFF

49:00 Top 10 List

1:07:00 DBU Picks

It’s Friday, which means Friday Feedback Friday is back, featuring your comments, thoughts, and emails reacting to the team, the stats, and everything surrounding this surge.

Plus, we wrap things up with Dan’s Top 10 List and this week’s DBU Picks.

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OFF THE IVY: Shota Imanaga dominates helping Chicago Cubs SWEEP the Reds to win 9th straight game May 08, 2026

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Behind a dominate performance from Shota Imanaga on the mound and Michael Conforto's perfect day at the plate, the Cubs completed the series sweep over the Reds and continue to steamroll through the 2026 season. The Cubs have now won nine straight games and 15 consecutive home games. From clutch hitting to timely offense, the North Siders delivered once again as Wrigley Field keeps rocking.

In this episode, we break down:

Michael Conforto’s huge day at the plate
Shota Imanaga's dominate start to 2026 season
The hottest bats in the lineup right now

The Cubs are stacking wins and showing why they could be one of baseball’s most dangerous teams this season.

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Chicago Bulls: Bryson Graham and Michael Reinsdorf set the tone for the future. May 07, 2026

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Dan Bernstein believes Bryson Graham and Michael Reinsdorf are setting the right tone for the Chicago Bulls’ future through honesty and transparency. They openly acknowledge how far the organization is from truly contending for a championship. The apology Michael Reinsdorf offered to fans felt genuine and sincere, and Bernstein views it as a necessary and meaningful step from the Bulls’ ownership.

0:00 Chicago Bulls

31:45 Chicago Cubs

42:45 Ted Turner

51:35 Pope Leo

Despite significant injuries to their pitching staff, the Cubs are in a surprisingly strong position right now. Bernstein notes that they’ve managed to stay competitive and relevant even while dealing with adversity.

Dan also shared anecdotes that highlight how even famous or powerful figures can have ordinary experiences. Noting that Pope Leo had a very regular, everyday interaction with his bank—underscoring how moments of normalcy can exist even at the highest levels of prominence.

Ted Turner is remembered after his passing.

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Are the Chicago Cubs World Series ready? May 06, 2026

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Dan Bernstein believes the Chicago Cubs are legitimate World Series contenders this season — and that puts pressure on Jed Hoyer to be aggressive.

0:00 Chicago Cubs

24:00 Bryson Graham / Chicago Bulls

39:00 Bryson DeChambeau

50:00 College Football

If the Cubs are truly all‑in, Hoyer must start upgrading the roster now and give Craig Counsell everything he needs to win it all in 2026.

Plus, the Chicago Bulls formally introduce Bryson Graham as their new Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations. Dan shares exactly what he wants — and needs — to hear from the Bulls’ new decision‑maker.

Also, Bryson DeChambeau needs to reconcile with the PGA Tour and accept whatever punishment is required to move forward. And college football coaches are proposing several changes to the sport’s calendar — changes that actually make a lot of sense.

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What does this surprise hire mean for the Chicago Bulls? May 05, 2026

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Dan Bernstein believes the Bryson Graham hire is a clear sign that Michael Reinsdorf finally understands how far the Bulls are from true championship contention.

0:00 Chicago Bulls

39:20 Umpire calls a challenge on himself

47:50 White Sox

Instead of choosing the safe, familiar path, the organization took a calculated risk, avoided the path of least resistance, and leaned into change. Is this quiet move a sign of real self‑awareness from the Bulls… and could it actually matter?

Plus, a bizarre moment at Wrigley: during last night’s Cubs game, an umpire called a challenge on himself - just a reminder that MLB’s new ABS challenge system should be used on every call.

And from the “how did we get here?” department: looking at the White Sox’ long‑term struggles with player development, we ask a sobering trivia question — who was the last position player the Sox drafted out of high school that turned into a legitimately good major league hitter? The answer might surprise you… or it might explain everything.

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