Full Show — April 9, 2026 2026

The episode opens with an enthusiastic celebration of the Cubs' recent series win over the Rays, spotlighting standout performances from pitchers Javier Assad and Colin Ray, with particular praise for Assad’s dominant start and Horner’s consistent leadoff production, which the hosts argue warrants a permanent role in the lineup. The conversation transitions to the NBA’s growing tanking crisis, using the Kings’ controversial foul call against the Warriors as a catalyst to critique the league’s lack of consequences for intentional losing, while contrasting it with the disciplined rebuild of the Oklahoma City Thunder under Sam Presti—a model the hosts believe the struggling Chicago Bulls should emulate. A lighthearted debate on packing for a Las Vegas trip underscores the importance of avoiding checked luggage to reduce travel stress. The segment then shifts to the Bulls, where Patrick Williams’ 20-point game is framed as a symbolic rebound amid front-office turmoil, with a bold prediction of 25 points and a double-double against the Wizards. The White Sox’s delayed $100 million contract is speculated to hinge on Justin Ishbia’s full ownership control. The emotional highlight comes with Danny Parkins’ return to announce the third annual Cubs for a Cure Radiothon, sharing heartfelt stories of loss and the mission to advance brain cancer research. The episode closes with a sharp critique of the NFL’s head coach team photo, mocking the absence of Todd Munkin due to a scheduling conflict and Ben Johnson’s stoic decision to skip the post-photography drinks—celebrated as a sign of focus and professionalism—while calling for better use of AI and photo editing to maintain team cohesion in official imagery.