Team of Rivals Podcast

Season 9, Episode 2 – Merry Christmas, You Filthy Animals! 0

Dec 26, 2024

The Team of Rivals is back with a lively holiday episode, diving deep into the world of baseball and beyond. Ron, Elliott, Pete, and special guest Braden discuss the latest happenings with the Cubs and Cardinals, including the Cubs' exciting offseason moves and the Cardinals' puzzling retooling strategy. The guys debate the implications of the Cardinals' rumored trades and the Cubs' luxury tax situation, all while sharing their Christmas wishes for their favorite teams. They wrap things up by offering their thoughts on the broader sports landscape, including the Bears' ongoing struggles and the future of Chicago sports.

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Season 8, Episode 24 – Happy Thanksgiving! You're Fired. 0

Dec 14, 2024

Ron, Pete, and Elliott are back after a long hiatus – just in time for the season's final episode.

With the Chicago Bears making headlines by firing head coach Matt Eberflus, the Team of Rivals Podcast dives into the implications of this major shakeup. Could this be the turning point for the franchise? The guys debate the Bears' future and discuss potential candidates for the next head coach.

In a lively conversation, the team wonders if they’ve become a football (or fútbol?) podcast, as both the Cubs and Cardinals wrap up disappointing seasons. With baseball falling further into the background, the focus shifts back to the NFL and the ongoing challenges faced by the Bears. The discussion covers Chicago’s Thanksgiving loss to the Detroit Lions, questionable coaching decisions, and what the team’s strategy should be moving forward.

As the episode unfolds, the guys offer their thoughts on the broader sports landscape, including the state of Chicago sports and the struggles of Midwestern teams. They also touch on the Dodgers' aggressive offseason moves and what that means for the rest of the league.

Join the Team of Rivals for a candid, entertaining discussion on the current state of sports – especially the Bears – and whether Chicago sports can turn things around.

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Season 9, Episode 1 – The NL Central Is Ours, Bi**hes! 0

Dec 14, 2024

The morning after the Cubs make a major offseason move, Ron and Pete jump on, even though Elliott is nowhere to be found. Yes, they're going to go deep on the Cubs' signing of Carson Kelly on Friday night.

In this week's episode, the founders kick off Season Nine of the podcast with a lively discussion on the Cubs' surprising acquisition of Kyle Tucker. This game-changing move could redefine the Cubs' offseason, but is there more work to be done? As they break down the trade details, Ron and Pete examine Tucker's potential impact at Wrigley Field and debate whether the Cubs are truly committed to building a competitive team around him.

The conversation then takes a nostalgic turn as they reminisce about the Cardinals' past moves, reflecting on the Paul Goldschmidt-Nolan Arenado era and the missed opportunities within the organization. With Arenado's future now secure, the guys speculate on potential trade destinations and what that could mean for the Cardinals' upcoming season.

The episode wraps up with a discussion of the Bears' ongoing struggles and the possibility of a front office shakeup. As they look ahead, Ron and Pete emphasize the need for experienced leadership and a strategic overhaul to get the team back on track.

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