What can make Billy Donovan stay with the Bulls? (Hour 4)
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The Mully & Haugh Show delves into the Chicago Bulls' post-season decision-making, focusing on Michael Reinsdorf's statement that any new executive must accept Billy Donovan as head coach—a move that raises concerns about limiting future hiring flexibility. Steve Ashburner from NBA.com weighs in, arguing that tying a GM’s hands on coaching hires risks deterring top-tier candidates like Bob Myers or Tom Thibodeau, and highlights the broader NBA issue of anti-tanking, where teams manipulate records to improve draft position. The discussion underscores the Bulls' long-standing struggle to rebuild, with fans growing weary of incremental progress and a lack of elite free-agent appeal. Meanwhile, the episode shifts to college baseball standout Rock Chalowski, projected as the top overall pick in the MLB Draft, with analysis on his potential impact and the White Sox’s likely aggressive contract strategy. The segment also touches on the Cubs’ bullpen concerns, Ben Brown’s development, and the Bears’ mock draft pick, before transitioning to a live call-in segment and a community safety campaign.
Tying a new GM’s hands to keeping Billy Donovan as coach may deter elite candidates and limit franchise flexibility.
The NBA’s anti-tanking problem persists, with teams manipulating records to improve draft odds despite league efforts to fix it.
The Bulls must rebuild their brand as a free-agent destination to attract top talent, not just rely on draft picks.
Rock Chalowski is the top MLB Draft prospect, with a projected $99.9M deal expected if the White Sox select him first.
Ben Brown is developing a third pitch (sinkers) and has earned a roster spot based on spring training performance.
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Billy Donovan's Future and the Bulls' Coaching Dilemma
“If you're going to tie a boss's hands on his coaching selection... then at the very least, you're going to shrink the pool of candidates interested in that job.”
The NBA's Anti-Tanking Crisis and Franchise Rebuilding
“You can't just settle either and have your fans know that you've settled. And to me, that's the really sad thing about the Bulls...”
The Bulls' Talent Pipeline and Executive Search
The conversation shifts to the Bulls’ need for a new executive and coach, with Ashburner highlighting Bob Myers and Tom Thibodeau as top candidates, and stressing the urgency of the hiring process before the draft.
Rock Chalowski and the 2026 MLB Draft Landscape
“My biggest thing is just staying through the baseball and hitting through the baseball as opposed to hitting at the baseball.”
Cubs, Bears, and Community Updates
The episode wraps with updates on the Cubs' bullpen, Ben Brown’s pitch development, the Bears’ mock draft pick, and a community safety campaign promoting ride-share use during spring events.
“You can't just settle either and have your fans know that you've settled. And to me, that's the really sad thing about the Bulls...”
“If you're going to tie a boss's hands on his coaching selection... then at the very least, you're going to shrink the pool of candidates interested in that job.”
“My biggest thing is just staying through the baseball and hitting through the baseball as opposed to hitting at the baseball.”
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Steve Ashburner
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Billy Donovan
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Rock Chalowski
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Michael Reinsdorf
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Cubs
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NBA
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White Sox
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Bears
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Bob Myers
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