True Chicago Sports Fans

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Join us every Tuesday for a new episode as we bring you thrilling interviews with legendary figures such as Carlos Zambrano, Chuck Garfein, Mikey-O, Ken Garr, Yolmer Sanchez, Ozzie Guillén Jr and Martin Moreno. Get ready to deep dive into Chicago Sports, as Big-Z and Co. captivate you with our sports segments "3 and Out!" covers our Chicago Bears before we Punt! "3 Up and 3 Down!" where we break down our beloved Cubs and White Sox! We “Loop” around the city & cover the Bulls Blackhawks and Sky!

  1. 6d ago

    BEARS WEEK 1! Caleb Williams Must PROVE IT + PCA Makes HISTORY & White Sox in 1st

    WELCOME, WELCOME, WELCOME TO CHICAGO!🔴 LIVE: Tonight on True Chicago Sports Fans, BIG-Z & THE BOYS breakdown the latest from Chicago!🔥 IT'S TIME TO PROVE IT, CHICAGO! 🔥The 2026 Chicago Bears season is HERE, Pete Crow-Armstrong has officially reached 40 HOME RUNS, and the Chicago White Sox enter the final weeks of September sitting in FIRST PLACE in the AL Central!On this week's True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast, BIG-Z breaks down one of the biggest weeks of the Chicago sports year.🐻 BEARS WEEK 1: Caleb Williams and the Bears open the regular season Sunday against the Carolina Panthers. What should we expect from Ben Johnson's offense? Can the offensive line protect Caleb? Which rookies are ready to make an immediate impact, and what should Bears fans consider a successful 2026 season?⚾ PCA MAKES HISTORY: Pete Crow-Armstrong has reached 40 home runs and is now chasing an incredible 40/40 season. But after winning two of three in Miami, the Cubs face another massive series against the Milwaukee Brewers. Is Chicago's pitching good enough to survive October?⚫ WHITE SOX IN FIRST: The Sox crushed Minnesota 10–1 Sunday and improved to 75–68 while protecting their AL Central lead. Munetaka Murakami has reached 30 homers, Colson Montgomery has 31, and the young Sox continue to deliver—but can the starting pitching hold up during the stretch run?🔥 TONIGHT:Bears vs. Panthers Week 1 preview • Caleb Williams expectations • Ben Johnson's offense • Bears players to watch • PCA's 40th home run • PCA 40/40 chase • Cubs vs. Brewers • Cubs postseason pitching • White Sox AL Central race • Murakami & Montgomery power surge • Hagen Smith • BIG-Z predictions📲 Follow & ConnectYouTube: @truechicagosportsfanspodcastTikTok: @bigz_606mediaFacebook: True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast⸻🛒 Official 606 Media Merch:https://www.bonfire.com/store/606-med...👇 Jump in the chat. Drop your takes. Rep your team.This is For the Love of Sports!🔗 Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: 606media.com 📸 Instagram: @TrueChicagoSportsFansPodcast 📸 Instagram: @BigZ_606mediagroup 📘 Facebook: True Chicago Sports Fans💥 Follow the TTNL Crew: 🎙 Ivan Vargas – @IvanV_TTNL⚖️ This show is for commentary, criticism, news reporting, and educational purposes under Fair Use (Section 107, Copyright Act of 1976).🎙️ **TRUE CHICAGO SPORTS FANS PODCAST****Real Talk. Real Fans. Real Chicago.****FOR THE LOVE OF SPORTS!** 👇 DROP YOUR TAKES:How many games will the Bears win?Will PCA reach 40/40?Can the Cubs make a deep postseason run?Will the White Sox win the AL Central?👍 LIKE • 💬 COMMENT • 🔔 SUBSCRIBETRUE CHICAGO SPORTS FANS PODCASTReal Talk. Real Fans. Real Chicago.FOR THE LOVE OF SPORTS#ChicagoBears #CalebWilliams #Bears #ChicagoCubs #Cubs #PeteCrowArmstrong #PCA #WhiteSox #ChicagoWhiteSox #MLB #NFL #ChicagoSports #TrueChicagoSportsFans #Bears #CalebWilliams #BenJohnson #NFL #PCA #CubsBaseball #WhiteSoxBaseball #ChicagoSports 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5937363186614272

  2. Sep 1

    "Go Time" Bears set their Roster, PCA securing the MVP, White Sox take another Series!

    WELCOME, WELCOME, WELCOME TO CHICAGO!🔴 LIVE: Tonight on True Chicago Sports Fans, BIG-Z & THE BOYS breakdown the latest from Chicago!🔥 *IT’S GO TIME IN CHICAGO!* 🔥The NFL regular season is here, September baseball has arrived, and *BIG-Z* is breaking it ALL down on this week’s *True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast!*🐻 *CHICAGO BEARS — THE 53-MAN ROSTER IS SET!*The preseason is officially over and the Bears have made their biggest roster decisions. Who made the final 53? Which cuts were the biggest surprises? What do the moves tell us about **Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles’ plan for the 2026 season**, and where does the roster still need help?We break down the roster from top to bottom, the biggest surprises, position battles, injuries, and what it all means as *Caleb Williams and the Bears get ready for games that actually count.*⚾ *CHICAGO CUBS — PCA JUST WENT NUCLEAR!*What a weekend for *Pete Crow-Armstrong!*PCA absolutely destroyed Cincinnati pitching during the Cubs’ three-game series against the Reds:🔥 *8-for-16 (.500)*🔥 *5 HOME RUNS*🔥 *8 RBI*🔥 *6 RUNS*🔥 *First career 3-HR game Saturday*🔥 *5 homers over a two-game span*PCA followed Saturday’s incredible three-homer performance by launching **two more Sunday**, becoming only the second Cubs player in franchise history to hit five home runs over a two-game span.Is PCA making another late push in the **National League MVP conversation**? More importantly, can his incredible weekend help ignite the Cubs as the postseason race enters its final month?⚫ *CHICAGO WHITE SOX — CAN THEY FINISH THE JOB?*The White Sox went into Minnesota and **won the series**, keeping themselves in position atop the AL Central race.But September changes everything.Can the Sox hold off the teams chasing them? Can *Munetaka Murakami, Miguel Vargas, Colson Montgomery* and this young lineup continue producing when every game becomes more important?And perhaps the biggest question:*Is the White Sox pitching staff good enough to carry this team down the stretch and into October?*BIG-Z breaks down the rotation, bullpen, offensive firepower and what needs to happen for the South Side to turn an incredible season into an *AL Central championship.*🎙️ *ON TONIGHT’S SHOW:*🐻 Bears 53-man roster reaction🐻 Biggest Bears cuts and surprises🐻 What the roster tells us about the 2026 season⚾ PCA’s unbelievable 5-HR weekend⚾ Cubs vs. Reds series recap⚾ Cubs' September playoff outlook⚫ White Sox take the series in Minnesota⚫ Can the Sox hold onto the AL Central?⚫ Can the pitching survive the stretch run?💬 WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!*BEARS:* What was the biggest surprise from the final 53-man roster?*CUBS:* After hitting five homers in two games, where does PCA rank among MLB’s best young stars?*WHITE SOX:* Do you believe the Sox will finish the job and win the AL Central?And the BIG question:👇 *Which Chicago team are you most confident in right now — BEARS, CUBS or WHITE SOX?*📲 Follow & ConnectYouTube: @truechicagosportsfanspodcastTikTok: @bigz_606mediaFacebook: True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast⸻🛒 Official 606 Media Merch:https://www.bonfire.com/store/606-med...👇 Jump in the chat. Drop your takes. Rep your team.This is For the Love of Sports!🔗 Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: 606media.com 📸 Instagram: @TrueChicagoSportsFansPodcast 📸 Instagram: @BigZ_606mediagroup 📘 Facebook: True Chicago Sports Fans💥 Follow the TTNL Crew: 🎙 Ivan Vargas – @IvanV_TTNL⚖️ This show is for commentary, criticism, news reporting, and educational purposes under Fair Use (Section 107, Copyright Act of 1976).🎙️ *TRUE CHICAGO SPORTS FANS PODCAST**Real Talk. Real Fans. Real Chicago.**FOR THE LOVE OF SPORTS!*Hashtags**#ChicagoBears #Bears #CalebWilliams #BenJohnson #NFL #ChicagoCubs #Cubs #PeteCrowArmstrong #PCA #WhiteSox #ChicagoWhiteSox #MLB #CubsBaseball #WhiteSoxBaseball #ChicagoSports #TrueChicagoSportsFans #GoTime

  3. Aug 18

    Cubs Vs. WhiteSox: CrossTown ShowDown That Counts! Bears wrap up game 1 of the Preseason.

    WELCOME, WELCOME, WELCOME TO CHICAGO!🔴 LIVE: Tonight on True Chicago Sports Fans, BIG-Z & THE BOYS breakdown the latest from Chicago!CUBS vs. WHITE SOX — and this time the Crosstown rivalry has REAL October implications.On this week's True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast, BIG-Z breaks down tonight's Crosstown matchup at Wrigley Field as the White Sox enter 65–58 and first in the AL Central while the Cubs sit 72–53 and second in the NL Central. The Sox arrive after sweeping Detroit, including another huge Munetaka Murakami home run, while the Cubs look to rebound from Sunday's ugly 11–4 loss to St. Louis.Then it's BEARS football. Chicago opened the preseason with a 34–10 win over Cleveland, while Case Keenum threw two touchdowns and the Bears' quarterbacks combined for 348 passing yards. We break down the biggest winners and losers, Ozzy Trapilo's remarkable return from his patellar-tendon injury, Kyle Monangai's knee injury, Xavier Woods' groin injury and the growing questions surrounding the Bears secondary.COMMENT If you’re a real Chicago sports fan who loves the Bears, Bulls, Cubs, White Sox, Blackhawks, and Fire, this is the podcast for you.Hosted by Chicago sports media personality Big-Z, the True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast brings real talk and passionate analysis for the love of sports.🎙 Catch new episodes and exclusive content from 606 Media.⸻👍 LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBEYour support helps grow Chicago’s independent sports media!⸻📲 Follow & ConnectYouTube: @truechicagosportsfanspodcastTikTok: @bigz_606mediaFacebook: True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast⸻🛒 Official 606 Media Merch:https://www.bonfire.com/store/606-media-store/👇 Jump in the chat. Drop your takes. Rep your team.This is For the Love of Sports!🔗 Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: 606media.com 📸 Instagram: @TrueChicagoSportsFansPodcast 📸 Instagram: @BigZ_606mediagroup 📘 Facebook: True Chicago Sports Fans💥 Follow the TTNL Crew: 🎙 Ivan Vargas – @IvanV_TTNL⚖️ This show is for commentary, criticism, news reporting, and educational purposes under Fair Use (Section 107, Copyright Act of 1976).Subscribe for weekly Chicago sports coverage — For the Love of SportsBELOW: Cubs or White Sox — who owns Chicago baseball RIGHT NOW?#Cubs #WhiteSox #CrosstownClassic #ChicagoCubs #ChicagoWhiteSox #PeteCrowArmstrong #MunetakaMurakami #ChicagoBears #CalebWilliams #Bears #OzzyTrapilo #ChicagoBulls #ChicagoBlackhawks #ChicagoSports #TrueChicagoSportsFans🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5937363186614272

    Cubs Vs. WhiteSox: CrossTown ShowDown That Counts! Bears wrap up game 1 of the Preseason.

  4. Aug 11

    Bears INJURY BUG Hits Hard! Cubs & White Sox Keep Winning | Gausman Shines | Ozzie No. 13

    CHICAGO SPORTS IS HEATING UP — but the Bears are suddenly getting hit hard by injuries.On this week's True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast, BIG-Z breaks down the latest from Bears training camp as Luther Burden III is expected to miss the preseason with a groin injury, while the Bears continue adjusting to the loss of Coby Bryant in the secondary. Can Chicago survive the injury bug before the regular season even begins?🐻 CHICAGO BEARS: We break down the Burden and Bryant situations, Xavier Woods joining the secondary, the latest camp standouts, Caleb Williams and the offense, and what we're watching when the Bears open preseason play against Cleveland.⚾ CHICAGO CUBS: The Kevin Gausman trade is already looking interesting. In his Cubs debut, Gausman went seven innings and allowed only two runs as Chicago beat Kansas City. Pete Crow-Armstrong continues making things happen, and the Cubs are trying to turn their post-deadline momentum into a serious October run.⚫ CHICAGO WHITE SOX: South Side history! The Sox officially retired Ozzie Guillén's No. 13, honoring the man who managed Chicago to the unforgettable 2005 World Series championship. We'll also discuss Munetaka Murakami, Luis Castillo and whether this White Sox club has what it takes for the stretch run.COMMENT BELOW: Who do you trust more for the stretch run — Cubs or White Sox? And how worried are you about the Bears injuries?👉 LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and HIT THE BELL so you never miss Chicago Sports news, breakdowns, and postgame reactions!🔗 Connect with Us: 🌐 Website & Gear: 606media.com 📸 Instagram: @TrueChicagoSportsFansPodcast 📸 Instagram: @BigZ_606mediagroup 📘 Facebook: True Chicago Sports Fans💥 Follow the TTNL Crew: 🎙 Ivan Vargas – @IvanV_TTNL⚖️ This show is for commentary, criticism, news reporting, and educational purposes under Fair Use (Section 107, Copyright Act of 1976).#ChicagoBears #CalebWilliams #LutherBurden #CobyBryant #ChicagoCubs #KevinGausman #PeteCrowArmstrong #WhiteSox #LuisCastillo #MunetakaMurakami #OzzieGuillen #ChicagoSports #TrueChicagoSportsFans🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5937363186614272

  5. Aug 4

    🔥 CHICAGO SPORTS JUST CHANGED FOREVER! | Cubs & White Sox Trade Deadline | Bears Injury Update

    Welcome back to the True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast with BIG-Z!The 2026 MLB Trade Deadline has completely reshaped baseball in Chicago, and tonight we’re breaking down every major move made by the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox. Which front office improved the most? Which team is built for a deep postseason run? And which trades could define October baseball?⚾ Cubs Trade Deadline BreakdownThe Cubs made their biggest splash by acquiring veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman from Toronto, adding postseason experience and much-needed stability to an injury-riddled rotation. Chicago gave up prospects Ty Southisene and Brett Bateman in a move designed to strengthen a team with legitimate World Series aspirations. We’ll evaluate Gausman’s fit, what he still brings to the rotation, and whether the Cubs paid the right price. ⚫ White Sox Trade Deadline BreakdownChris Getz made one of the boldest moves of the deadline by acquiring Luis Castillo from Seattle to strengthen the front of the rotation while also adding center fielder Brenton Doyle and reliever Huascar Brazobán. We’ll break down each move, discuss the prospects Chicago surrendered, and answer the biggest question: Did the White Sox just become the favorites in the AL Central? 🎙️ Tonight’s Topics⚾ Cubs acquire Kevin Gausman — instant impact and trade grade⚫ White Sox land Luis Castillo — ace or risky gamble?🔥 Brenton Doyle’s defensive value and what he adds to the Sox lineup📊 Complete trade deadline grades for both front offices🏆 Which Chicago team had the better deadline?🐻 Chicago Bears UpdateTraining camp takes an unexpected turn as Coby Bryant leaves practice with an injury. We’ll discuss the latest reports, what it could mean for the Bears’ secondary, and how long he could be sidelined if he misses time.⸻🔥 BIG QUESTIONS OF THE NIGHT⚾ Who won the trade deadline:Cubs or White Sox?🏆 Which move will have the biggest impact:Kevin Gausman or Luis Castillo?🐻 How concerned are you about the Coby Bryant injury?⸻👇 Join the conversation!This episode is Chicago sports through the eyes of Chicago Fans who live it — honest analysis, real stats, no fluff.👇 Jump in the chat. Drop your takes. Rep your team.This is For the Love of Sports!Join the conversation and sound off in the live chat! 🐻⬇️👉 LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and HIT THE BELL so you never miss Chicago Sports news, breakdowns, and postgame reactions!🔗 Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: 606media.com 📸 Instagram: @TrueChicagoSportsFansPodcast 📸 Instagram: @BigZ_606mediagroup 📘 Facebook: True Chicago Sports Fans💥 Follow the TTNL Crew: 🎙 Ivan Vargas – @IvanV_TTNL⚖️ This show is for commentary, criticism, news reporting, and educational purposes under Fair Use (Section 107, Copyright Act of 1976).If you love Chicago Bears, Cubs, White Sox, Bulls, Blackhawks, Fire FC, and all things Chicago sports, you’ve found your home.👍 LIKE the video💬 COMMENT with your trade grades (A–F)🔔 SUBSCRIBE and join the True Chicago Sports Fans family!⸻#ChicagoCubs #WhiteSox #MLBTradeDeadline #KevinGausman #LuisCastillo #ChicagoBears #CobyBryant #CalebWilliams #PeteCrowArmstrong #MiguelVargas #MLB #ChicagoSports #TrueChicagoSportsFans #BaseballPodcast #TradeDeadline #ForTheLoveOfSports🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5937363186614272

  6. Jul 28

    🔥 CHICAGO SPORTS ARE BACK! 🔥 The City is Buzzing about the Cubs & White Sox!

    WELCOME, WELCOME, WELCOME TO CHICAGO!🔴 LIVE: Tonight on True Chicago Sports Fans, BIG-Z & THE BOYS breakdown the latest from Chicago!Welcome to another episode of the True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast with BIG-Z!Tonight we're breaking down one of the most exciting stretches in recent Chicago sports history.⚾ The White Sox continue battling for the AL Central while Munetaka Murakami is heating up again and Miguel Vargas continues his breakout season.🔵 The Chicago Cubs are in the middle of a playoff race, but can they make the right moves before the trade deadline? We break down Pete Crow-Armstrong, Jameson Taillon, and what's next for the North Siders.🏈 Chicago Bears training camp is almost here! We discuss Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson, and whether this is finally the year the Bears return to the playoffs.🏀 The Chicago Bulls have fans buzzing after the emergence of rookie Caleb Wilson.🏒 Patrick Kane is BACK with the Blackhawks! What does his return mean for Connor Bedard and Chicago's rebuild?👇 Join the conversation!This episode is Chicago sports through the eyes of Chicago Fans who live it — honest analysis, real stats, no fluff.👇 Jump in the chat. Drop your takes. Rep your team.This is For the Love of Sports!Join the conversation and sound off in the live chat! 🐻⬇️👉 LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and HIT THE BELL so you never miss Chicago Sports news, breakdowns, and postgame reactions!🔗 Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: 606media.com 📸 Instagram: @TrueChicagoSportsFansPodcast 📸 Instagram: @BigZ_606mediagroup 📘 Facebook: True Chicago Sports Fans💥 Follow the TTNL Crew: 🎙 Ivan Vargas – @IvanV_TTNL⚖️ This show is for commentary, criticism, news reporting, and educational purposes under Fair Use (Section 107, Copyright Act of 1976).Subscribe for weekly Chicago sports coverage — For the Love of Sports#ChicagoSports #WhiteSox #ChicagoCubs #ChicagoBears #ChicagoBulls #Blackhawks #PatrickKane #PeteCrowArmstrong #MiguelVargas #CalebWilliams #MLB #NFL #NBA #NHL #TrueChicagoSportsFans

  7. Jul 21 ·  Bonus

    7/20/26 White Sox & Cubs Recap, White Sox put up runs, Cubs fall short in 10!

    Good Morning, trying to add coverage of our Baseball teams: Here is a quick recap of last nights baseball games! White Sox beat the Rangers 10-3, with Miguel Vargas homering twice and Sean Burke getting plenty of run support.Cubs lost 8-6 in 10 innings after the bullpen gave up late runs against Detroit. 📢 JOIN THE TRUE CHICAGO SPORTS FANS COMMUNITYIf you’re tired of national media ignoring Chicago sports and want real talk from real Chicago fans, you’ve found your home.👍 LIKE💬 COMMENT🔔 SUBSCRIBE📲 SHARE WITH A CHICAGO SPORTS FAN⚖️ This show is for commentary, criticism, news reporting, and educational purposes under Fair Use, Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976.For the Love of Sports.Subscribe for passionate, honest, fan-first Chicago sports talk every week.#ChicagoSports #Cubs #WhiteSox #PeteCrowArmstrong #MunetakaMurakami #MLBTradeDeadline

  8. Jul 21

    Cubs & WhiteSox look to make deals!

    Welcome back to the True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast — For the Love of Sports! 🇺🇸BIG-Z and the boys got a LOT to talk about today!”On this episode of the True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast, we're breaking down one of the biggest weeks of the summer across Chicago sports.Both Chicago baseball teams are in the race—and the Cubs and White Sox are officially on the trade-deadline clock.Who should buy big, who has the better October shot, and which front office can Chicago fans actually trust?This week on the True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast, we break down a rare two-team summer on the North Side and South Side. Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Cubs are fighting to strengthen their playoff position, while Munetaka Murakami and the surprising White Sox have transformed a rebuild into a legitimate AL Central race.With the August 3 MLB trade deadline approaching, we debate what each club needs, how aggressive the front offices should be, and which Chicago team is better built to win in October.We also preview the biggest Chicago Bears training camp questions surrounding Caleb Williams, get ready for WNBA All-Star Weekend at the United Center, and discuss whether Robert Lewandowski can make the Chicago Fire must-watch sports.Topics include:Cubs trade-deadline needs and the chase for OctoberWhite Sox buyer strategy: go all-in or protect the rebuild?Pete Crow-Armstrong and Munetaka MurakamiCubs vs. White Sox: Who is closer to winning a playoff series?Caleb Williams and Bears training camp2026 WNBA All-Star Weekend in ChicagoRobert Lewandowski’s arrival with the Chicago FireBulls, Blackhawks, and the Chicago sports fan pulseSound off in the comments: If your baseball team can add only one thing—a starter, reliever, or bat—which are you choosing?Who is Chicago's biggest young superstar right now?📢 JOIN THE TRUE CHICAGO SPORTS FANS COMMUNITYIf you’re tired of national media ignoring Chicago sports and want real talk from real Chicago fans, you’ve found your home.👍 LIKE💬 COMMENT🔔 SUBSCRIBE📲 SHARE WITH A CHICAGO SPORTS FAN⚖️ This show is for commentary, criticism, news reporting, and educational purposes under Fair Use, Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976.For the Love of Sports.Subscribe for passionate, honest, fan-first Chicago sports talk every week.#ChicagoSports #Cubs #WhiteSox #PeteCrowArmstrong #MunetakaMurakami #DaBears #CalebWilliams #WNBAAllStar #ChicagoSky #ChicagoFire #MLBTradeDeadline

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Join us every Tuesday for a new episode as we bring you thrilling interviews with legendary figures such as Carlos Zambrano, Chuck Garfein, Mikey-O, Ken Garr, Yolmer Sanchez, Ozzie Guillén Jr and Martin Moreno. Get ready to deep dive into Chicago Sports, as Big-Z and Co. captivate you with our sports segments "3 and Out!" covers our Chicago Bears before we Punt! "3 Up and 3 Down!" where we break down our beloved Cubs and White Sox! We “Loop” around the city & cover the Bulls Blackhawks and Sky!

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