Bruce Levine talks Chicago baseball & David Syvertsen previews NFL Draft (Hour 3)

Mully & Haugh Show46mApril 16, 2026

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In this episode of the Mully & Haugh Show, host David Haugh and guest Bruce Levine dive deep into the early-season performances of the Chicago Cubs and White Sox, highlighting key storylines and concerns. Levine praises the Cubs' pitching resilience despite injuries, particularly Shota Imanaga’s standout start and the staff’s ability to hold up under pressure, while expressing concern over bullpen depth and the lack of reliable minor league pitching prospects. He also discusses the White Sox’s struggles, emphasizing their lack of offensive power and inconsistent player development, with players like Sam Antonacci and Ismael Montgomery being called up out of necessity rather than readiness. The conversation shifts to NFL Draft preview with David Silverston, who analyzes the Bears’ draft strategy, advocating for the best player available while weighing positional needs like safety, defensive tackle, and edge rusher. Silverston highlights the draft’s lack of blue-chip talent, the potential for a run on corners and offensive linemen, and praises versatile players like Jeremy Bernard and Dylan Thienemann. The episode closes with a discussion on streaming rights and the NFL’s potential move to YouTube, raising concerns about fan experience and access.

Key Takeaways
1

The Cubs' pitching staff has shown remarkable resilience despite injuries, with Shota Imanaga emerging as a key early-season standout.

2

The White Sox are struggling with offensive production and player development, relying on short-term fixes rather than sustainable roster building.

3

The NFL Draft is unusually shallow in top-tier talent, creating more uncertainty and increasing the value of versatile players.

4

Safeties like Caleb Downs and Dylan Thienemann are being drafted higher than usual due to the rise of nickel defenses and their adaptability.

5

The Bears may face tough decisions at pick 25, with multiple positions in play, including defensive tackle, edge rusher, and offensive tackle.

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Chapters
0:00
17 min

Cubs' Pitching Resilience & White Sox Development Struggles

They've been able to hold up the way they have. And that's more important to me than the runs.

Highlight
17:00
17 min

NFL Draft Preview: Bears' Strategy & Positional Needs

You just don't have a lot of true first-round talents. And you're going to see guys like Dylan Thienemann who in normal drafts would be drafted in the 20s.

Highlight
34:00
11 min

Draft Uncertainty & the Rise of Versatile Players

The discussion explores the draft's unpredictability, with players like Jeremiah Love and Kenyon Sadiq potentially falling due to team-specific needs. Silverston emphasizes the value of players who can play multiple roles, especially in the modern NFL's shift toward nickel defenses and hybrid safety roles.

45:00
11 min

Player Development, Injuries, and the Future of MLB

The hosts and guests reflect on the broader challenges in baseball, including the epidemic of pitcher injuries, the lack of depth in minor league systems, and the difficulty of developing players at the major league level. They question whether teams can balance immediate competitiveness with long-term development.

56:00
6 min

Sports Betting & Sponsorship Segments

The episode includes promotional segments for Circa Sports, Window Nation, Driven Fence, Wintrust, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Schneider, DQ, USPS, and Total Wireless, highlighting betting, home improvement, fencing, banking, healthcare, trucking, ice cream, and mobile services.

High-Impact Quotes
You just don't have a lot of true first-round talents. And you're going to see guys like Dylan Thienemann who in normal drafts would be drafted in the 20s.
David Silverston28:58
Viral: 88.0
They've been able to hold up the way they have. And that's more important to me than the runs.
Bruce Levine2:24
Viral: 85.0
He's the best blocking wide receiver in this draft class. He's a guy that just annihilates.
David Silverston33:08
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Hosts

David HaughMully

Guests

Bruce LevineDavid Silverston
Topics Discussed
Chicago Cubs Season Performance92%2026 NFL Draft Analysis90%Chicago White Sox Player Development88%Bears Draft Strategy87%MLB Pitching Injuries & Depth85%Versatile NFL Players82%Player Development at the Major League Level80%Streaming Rights & NFL Game Access78%
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Chicago Cubs

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Chicago White Sox

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NFL Draft

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Bears

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Bruce Levine

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15xPositive

David Haugh

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David Silverston

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Mullet & Haugh Show

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Shota Imanaga

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Caleb Downs

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