Russini/Vrabel causes another sports media firing. Also #Patriots radio seems told not to comment. Forward Progress on @312SportsChi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

FFF features your thoughts on Phanatic/Taylor McGregor, Caitlin Clark, the best ranch dressing and more. This week's list is the most influential athletes of my lifetime, and that doesn't necessarily mean good influence. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

Off the Ivy: a look at the #Mets series, the #Cubs' internal "deep dive" regarding pitching injuries, and just how good Nico Hoerner has been. Links in replies. @312sportschi.bsky.social

Three strides past, it hit me: "Yo, a-hole, those are morels." They were, my first of the year. But they were in a suburban right-of-way, one I didn't know if they covered with the poisons of herbicides, insecticides and pesticides. I didn't pick them, moved on, still pleased to have spotted them.

This Forward Progress contains the single best name yet connected to the #Bears upcoming draft. By far. Links in replies. @312sportschi.bsky.social

Billy Donovan's deciding if he'll stay with the #Bulls after hearing from Jerry and Michael Reinsdorf. Also, the Phillie Phanatic needs to stop the kind of icky physical stuff he did to Taylor McGregor. She plays it off, but it's not ok. DBU on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links below.

#Cubs offense is rolling, even without Suzuki or Busch yet contributing much, and the reeling #Mets come to town losers of their last eight. Should Giolito be pursued at this point? Is PCA coming around? Off the Ivy on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

Some #Bulls had top-10 franchise seasons among individual categories, and one guard (!) is second only to Artis Gilmore in one of them. That and more on a new OWC on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

Pioneering journalist Christine Brennan has strong thoughts about Dianna Russini’s clear ethical lapses. And new insight into Caitlin Clark/Angel Reese and the WNBA’s marketing failures. DBU on @312SportsChi.bsky.social Links in replies.

Forward Progress: Russini/Vrabel latest, and the #Bears are called in front of the NFL's Stadium Committee, presumably to answer for their dithering. That and more on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links below.

#Cubs bats were a welcome sight last night, with Colin Rea mostly strong again. There was another weird injury, though, and we discuss what reasonable expectations are for Dansby Swanson's offense. Off the Ivy on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

Latest from Springfield on #Bears stadium stuff, a potential move up in the draft, a CB I’m high on, and more. Forward Progress on @312SportsChi.bsky.social Links in replies.

Between Russini/Vrabel, Tisch/Epstein and Aikman/Dolphins the NFL would appear burdened by conflict. But we don't care enough, ultimately. Remembering Dave McGinnis, best to Dick Vitale and WaPo's Italian dressing rankings. DBU on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links below.

Off the Ivy: #Cubs clobbered in Philly, with Kyle Schwarber haunting them. with 10% of the season done, who are our biggest surprises and disappointments so far? Links in replies. @312sportschi.bsky.social

"I am watching him give so many uncompetitive at-bats right now and it feels like he's in his head." Cody, @mattabbatacola.bsky.social, and @danbernstein.bsky.social debate whether Pete Crow-Armstrong needs to sit a day or two for a mental reset on today's Off The Ivy👇

"I will say, his delivery is reminiscent." @danbernstein.bsky.social sees a well known lefty in White Sox prospect Noah Schultz 👀 Schultz will make his major league debut tomorrow.

The Vrabel/Russini story continues to develop, with an internal investigation underway. Also an NFC trade, more draft reports, and #Bears swag everywhere. Forward Progress on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

Upheaval in the #Bulls world has thrust a a familiar -- if reluctant -- leader back into power for now. And Rory holds on at Augusta, Noah Schultz to debut for #WhiteSox, John Smoltz may have out-stupided himself and Phil Garner dead at 76. DBU on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

Off the Ivy: #Cubs lead the NL Central per third-order record after coming back to beat the #Pirates on a windy Sunday. Does PCA need a rest as they get to Philly? And an "injured" Phil Maton hits the IL. Links in replies. @312sportschi.bsky.social

Here are @danbernstein.bsky.social’s Top Five Worst Moves by AKME 🫩

If you missed this talk with Adam earlier, find an hour over the weekend to hear his thoughts on lots more than sports. It’s hard to remember he’s still not even 40.

This is the dumbest Forward Progress ever, and possibly one of the dumbest podcasts of all time. Trust me, you don't want to miss it. Links in replies. #Bears @312sportschi.bsky.social

"One that is getting some attention for a bit of an outside the box possibility here..." @danbernstein.bsky.social shares a name he's heard that could lead the Bulls next front office 👀

Here's a prominent name being discussed as a possible next #Bulls GM. Also it's a FFF that features our unofficial @312sportschi.bsky.social chaplain on the #WhiteSox pope hats, and my list of the top ten #Pirates. Links in replies.

Never miss a mailbag, especially when it's Off the Ivy on @312sportschi.bsky.social. We also preview #Cubs/#Pirates, as the northsiders look to build on consecutive wins. Links in replies.

"Nobody likes the process of preparation. I hate the prep process." @adamamin.bsky.social goes in depth on his preparation and lifestyle as a broadcaster for multiple sports with @danbernstein.bsky.social.👇

#Bears have to call the #Giants about Dexter Lawrence (even if it’s probably just him negotiating). Forward Progress on @312sportschi.bsky.social Links below.

The #Bulls may already have screwed this up. Michael Reinsdorf's emails now may indicate the decision was ready-fire-aim. And #WhiteSox-logo Pope miters? When is it just too much? Dan Bernstein Unfiltered on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

Off the Ivy discusses a #Cubs series win, Phil Maton's admission of discombobulation, a decent third-order record and the passing of Davey Lopes. Links in replies. @312sportschi.bsky.social

Michael Reinsdorf just promoted Billy Donovan to the top of the #Bulls organizational chart, whether he meant to or not. New OWC on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

This Mike Vrabel/Dianna Russini thing is, at the very least, an example of highly questionable judgment. Forward Progress on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

DBU is an amazing hour with @adamamin.bsky.social talking #Bulls changes, p/b/p life on the road, house music, anxiety dreams, Caleb Williams as major star and lots more. Links in replies. @312sportschi.bsky.social

Off the Ivy: Assad comes through, the bats wake up on a TB bullpen day, Horton's done, and we talk about my favorite nu-metal band...Unfortunate Asscrack. Links in replies. @312sportschi.bsky.social

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The Bulls have got NOWHERE the last six years under AKME. So who would want the job? Jason and @danbernstein.bsky.social discussed on OWC👇

How worried should Cubs fans be about the rest of the season without Cade Horton? "Losing him isn't as bad as if you had lost a guy who plays everyday." @danbernstein.bsky.social, @mattabbatacola.bsky.social, and Cody Delmendo discussed on today's Off The Ivy.👇

Steve McMichael had grade-3 CTE as well as ALS, and the #Bears are clearly now adjusting their "deadline" schedule to accommodate the Illinois legislature's ongoing work. Forward Progress on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

The very latest #Bulls news on DBU. We say "ownership matters" in pro sports. Well, it's time for Michael Reinsdorf to matter. Is he up to it? Also lots on Michigan/UConn, and the likelihood that the #Cubs' Cade Horton is done for a while. Links below. @312sportschi.bsky.social

Cade Horton gets bad news, now Boyd is hurt, the bullpen is struggling and only three #Cubs have a wRC+ > 100. Not great. Off the Ivy on @312sportschi.bsky.social

What I hear from #Bulls sources is that BD now has a decision to make. I'm told he does not want to move upstairs for now, but would consult on the hire(s) if asked. Lots more on a special OWC on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links in replies.

OWC will have LIVE #Bulls coverage on YT at 2:30.

Caleb Williams finally addresses the Iceman stuff. He and George Gervin need to sit down and figure it out. Also new names in #Bears draft projections and the Troy Aikman problem facing the NFL, on Forward Progress. Links in replies. @312sportschi.bsky.social

"They had just one of those bad days, man. Missing layups, missing put backs. Just missing too many shots that they would otherwise make." @danbernstein.bsky.social on Illinois loss to UConn

I'm not blaming Underwood for the #Illini's clunker. I am reminding you that MLB teams now move on from hurt pitchers. Also, the @nba.com and #Bulls must get Jaden Ivey professional help. Flagg/LBJ was great, and teleporting to Waffle House? DBU on @312sportschi.bsky.social. Links below.

"Just a disappointing weekend overall." Cody lists his Cubs frustrations to start today's Off The Ivy, which is now available!

Off the Ivy on the #Cubs offensive woes, early bullpen issues and anticipating a Cade Horton update later today. Links in replies. @312sportschi.bsky.social

To you it’s just a game, but half of the Illinois roster has to return to Belgrade for compulsory palladium factory work.

The two biggest of this afternoon’s seven.

#Bears compensatory draft picks officially denied by the NFL. We react on Forward Progress. We also ask (and not for the last time) “What’s Todd Monken’s whole deal?” Links in replies. @312sportschi.bsky.social