Dan Bernstein Unfiltered

Dan Bernstein breaks down the latest “proposal” from MLB team owners to the MLBPA—and sums it up in one word: no.

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13:30 FFF

44:20 Top 10 List

1:03:20 DBU Picks

He explains why the plan would fundamentally reshape the structure of Major League Baseball in all the wrong ways. It’s also Friday, which means another round of Friday Feedback Friday, plus a creatively reimagined Top 10 List from Dan. The show wraps with this week’s DBU Picks heading into the weekend.

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Dan Bernstein takes a moment to savor the global spectacle of the World Cup and the stories that make it unforgettable—from TSA encounters involving ranch dressing to Scottish fans reportedly drinking Boston out of beer.

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26:45 Tiago Splitter

28:30 White Sox

35:45 SF Giants

47:25 US Open

Along the way, we dive into Dan’s uncanny “kiss of death” effect on the White Sox, checks back in on the Giants and their Pride Night follow-up, and wraps things up with a quick look at...

Dan Bernstein opens the show by marking the five-year anniversary of the Chicago Bears’ announcement to purchase land in Arlington Heights for a new stadium. He reflects on how the process has stalled, calling it a frustrating misfire—from the initial vision to the hiring of Kevin Warren—with the team no closer to breaking ground today than it was on June 17, 2021.

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23:45 White Sox

32:25 NBA Finals

37:45 Brazil - Bungee Jumping

The “Bernstein Kiss of Death” struck again as Davis Martin and the White Sox...

Dan Bernstein is buying what the Bulls are selling. We break down why Tiago Splitter might actually be the perfect fit for a team finally ready to commit to youth, player development, and building through the draft. Is this the start of a real plan in Chicago?

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11:30 White Sox

33:45 San Francisco Giants

43:20 Brendan Sorsby

49:20 The Odyssey

Plus, a marquee matchup in the Bronx as the White Sox take on the Yankees in a star-studded showdown featuring multiple...

Dan Bernstein brings the heat on this episode, arguing that both things can be true: the Knicks earned their NBA title—and the Spurs absolutely gave it away.

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20:45 Giants Pitchers

39:20 Brendan Sorsby

45:30 NHL

50:55 World Cup

1:09:00 DBU Picks

In fact, if these teams played ten best-of-seven series, San Antonio probably wins nine… but this was that one, and New York cashed in. Dan also weighs in on the San Francisco pitchers who pushed back on Pride Night hats, urging play...

The Chicago Bears' stadium search has another chapter. While the Hammond site has been discussed as a potential option for the franchise's future home, new questions are emerging about whether the location actually has enough space to accommodate everything the Bears want in a modern NFL stadium development.

In this episode, we break down the concerns surrounding the Hammond proposal, including land availability, parking requirements, surrounding infrastructure, and whether the site can support the massive mixed-use district the Bears have envisioned and how Kevin Warren and the Bears continue to say but not do what they say.<...

In this episode, Dan Benrstein breaks down a thrilling Game 4 between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, as the Knicks escaped with a dramatic 107-106 victory to take a commanding 3-1 series lead. What were the biggest plays, key coaching decisions, and turning points that could define this Finals matchup? He covers it all and discuss whether the Spurs have any chance of mounting a historic comeback.

Plus, the World Cup officially kicks off this week! We preview the biggest storylines for Team USA, teams to watch, and what fans should expect as one of...

Dan Bernstein breaks down the latest comments from Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker on the Chicago Bears’ stadium situation—and reads between the lines. To Dan, it sounds like a clear message to team chairman George McCaskey: get it together and figure it out.

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26:20 White Sox

37:40 Main Sox TV Broadcast

42:45 Will Venable

51:30 NBA

Plus, excitement is building on the South Side as the White Sox notch another win, fueled by a rookie call-up who plays hero with a walk-off agai...

Dan Bernstein welcomes Joe Sheehan for a wide-ranging baseball conversation centered on the Cubs’ outlook for 2026.

0:00 Introduction

2:15 Joe Sheehan

26:20 NBA

37:00 Brendan Sorsby

44:00 Rush

While expectations on the North Side may be tempered, Sheehan makes the case for optimism—projecting a playoff-caliber team fueled by a rebound in offensive production that could push the Cubs back into contention.

The show also recaps a thrilling Game 3 of the NBA Finals, where the Spurs delivered a statement win on the road at Madi...

Dan Bernstein reflects on Stacey King and the lasting impact he’s had on generations of Chicago Bulls fans.

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19:30 NBA

42:10 NBC Baseball

53:30 NHL

57:00 DBU Picks

Meanwhile, the NBA Finals continue tonight with Game 3 in New York, as the Knicks look to extend their 2–0 series lead over the Spurs. And regardless of the score, last night’s NBC baseball broadcast proved to be an absolute joy to watch.

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Dan Bernstein dives into whether Rome Odunze’s value as a top 10 pick has taken a hit after the wide receiver called his fully healed foot “his new normal.”

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17:50 Topgolf

24:30 Elmo

34:40 FFF

1:10:00 DBU Picks

Plus, we bring you the latest update on the Naperville Topgolf story, Elmo catches heat from Knicks fans on Twitter, and it’s Friday—so you know we’ve got another edition of Friday Feedback Friday, along with the DBU Picks to close it out.

Dan Bernstein unpacks the latest twist in the Chicago Bears stadium saga after Mayor Brandon Johnson publicly outlined his vision for a new lakefront home downtown—Bernstein’s verdict: much ado about nothing.

0:00 Mayor Johnson

28:00 White Sox Fans

42:20 NBA Finals Game 1

51:30 Mummy Sourdough

He also turns inward on his White Sox fandom, calling out the hollow satisfaction Sox fans are taking in the Cubs’ struggles as dumb and pointless. Plus, a look at the NBA Finals after New York steals Game 1 on the road i...

Dan Bernstein breaks down the timeline surrounding the Bears’ stadium saga—focusing on the collapse of the Illinois PILOT megaproject deal and the team’s public statements along the way. He revisits a key question: have the Bears been misleading, intentionally or not?

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27:00 Cubs

35:00 NBA

47:00 Topgolf - Naperville

Time and again, the organization has insisted the decision is down to just two sites—Arlington Heights and Hammond, Indiana. But Chicago’s mayor continues to openly push the lakefront as a legitimate contender, offering a...

Dan Bernstein asks the question: How is Kevin Warren still employed by the Chicago Bears?

With the damage done and the illusion fading fast, Dan breaks down why confidence in Warren is gone—and why the organization continues to stand by him. Where is George McCaskey? Where’s the accountability from the Bears' board?

As the franchise stares down what could be the lowest point in its 106-year history, Dan lays out the frustration, the missteps, and what it all means for the future of the Chicago Bears.

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Dan Bernstein breaks down the collapse of the Chicago Bears' stadium efforts with Illinois lawmakers and doesn’t mince words—placing the bulk of the blame squarely on team president Kevin Warren.

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20:50 Impact on White Sox

27:50 White Sox

39:00 NBA

50:00 Birds

With the “megaprojects” bill failing to deliver, where do the Bears realistically go from here?

Hammond, Indiana? Don’t count on it. Dan explores the viable paths forward to keep the Bears in Illinois—something George McCaskey has consistently...

It's Friday here on Dan Bernstein Unfiltered so we bring you Friday Feedback Friday and this week's top 10 list is the 10 Worst Coaches in Chicago Sports History. We end with our Friday picks on DBU Picks

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4:15 FFF

36:35 Top 10 List

1:08:22 DBU Picks

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Dan Bernstein breaks down the latest developments out of Springfield, where momentum is building toward a major MEGAPROJECTS deal that could clear the path for the Chicago Bears to build their new stadium in Arlington Heights.

0:00 Bears Stadium

11:40 Cubs and White Sox

23:00 NHL

31:15 SGA

40:00 Mitchell Robinson

53:20 Dogs and shotguns

We also dive into the NHL playoffs (yes, we’re talking hockey), and take a closer look at one of the NBA’s biggest stars — just how often does Shai Gilgeo...

Dan Bernstein cuts through the noise and breaks down what’s really happening behind the headlines surrounding the Chicago Bears’ new stadium project—and how Illinois politics are shaping it all.

0:00 Bears Stadium

16:00 Kyle Busch

44:15 White Sox

48:00 Mayor and Pope

We also bring a follow-up to the tragic Kyle Busch story, plus the latest White Sox news and notes you need to know.

To wrap things up, Dan dives into Mayor Brandon Johnson’s visit to the Vatican—including the unique gift he pl...

Dan Bernstein has a clear message for Craig Counsell and the Chicago Cubs: don’t panic.

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15:30 NBA

28:00 Kyle Busch

46:40 Local Hunger

57:40 DBU Picks

Despite a brutal 9-game losing streak that’s knocked the Cubs out of first place, Bernstein urges patience and perspective as the season grinds on. Is this just a rough stretch, or something deeper?

We shift to the NBA Playoffs, where the Western Conference has delivered absolute fire. OKC and San Antonio have put on a sh...

Dan Bernstein wraps up the week with a strong edition of Friday Feedback Friday and a visit from an old friend, Shane Riordan. The fellas catch up and talk grilling for the holiday weekend.

Plus, we have DBU Picks for Friday.

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Dan Bernstein: "The Bears have found a way to make something more difficult than it needs to be."

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20:25 MLB

26:45 NBA

48:52 PCA

The vibes on the North Side are… not great. 😬 The Chicago Cubs are in a tailspin after a brutal 5-game losing skid, capped off by getting swept at home by the Milwaukee Brewers. What’s going wrong, and how concerned should fans be right now?

Meanwhile, on the South Side, the White Sox—yes, those White Sox—are suddenly… k...

The Chicago Cubs are officially in a slump after getting swept by the Brewers and dropping out of first place in the NL Central. Another costly defensive mistake from Pete Crow-Armstrong in the outfield added to a frustrating series as the Cubs continue to struggle on both sides of the ball.

In today’s episode, we break down what went wrong at Wrigley Field, the growing concerns with PCA mentally, the offense disappearing again, and what needs to change quickly before this skid gets even worse.

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Dan Bernstein raises the big question: does anyone actually feel better now that Pete Crow-Armstrong has been fined by MLB following his interaction with a White Sox fan?

0:00 PCA

18:20 NBA

26:30 Cybertruck

42:15 Mel Brooks

52:00 The Spam Dog

Plus, Jason Kidd is out — so what does that mean for the Chicago Bulls’ coaching search?

And to wrap things up, we hit a wild mix of stories:

A bizarre Cybertruck incident

A legendary moment involving Mel Brooks

An...

Dan Bernstein delivers a simple, direct message to PCA.

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17:30 NBA

49:10 PGA

The Western Conference Finals matchup between OKC and San Antonio lived up to the hype, and Bernstein breaks down what stood out from the game.

After watching, he shares his latest thoughts on the Chicago Bulls and what their future could look like—starting with this year’s NBA Draft.

We wrap things up with a conversation about the PGA Championship

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Dan Bernstein floated the idea that PCA might be the most polarizing athlete in Chicago since…

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19:40 MLB Notes

33:15 NBA

PCA doesn’t just play baseball—he performs. He leans into every moment, every reaction, every stare from the stands.

And that moment at Guaranteed Rate—yeah, “The Rate”—is a perfect example. You’ve got a White Sox fan celebrating her engagement party, just trying to have her moment, and then suddenly she’s part of the show because PCA inserts himself into it. Whether y...

The Chicago Cubs dropped the weekend series to the White Sox and have now lost three consecutive series all thanks to the Cubs bullpen inability to keep the White Sox bats cold Sunday afternoon. Cubs lost 9-8 in extra innings after an Edgar Quero walk off 2-run homer. Michael Conforto gave the Cubs new life in the 9th inning with a 3-run homer to tie the game. They eventually took the lead in the 10th inning, but Ryan Rolison failed to close the game out.

In this episode, we break down what went wrong against the White...

Dan Bernstein gives some praise to the Chicago White Sox for capitalizing on a weak American League and playing legitimately solid baseball right now. The Sox sit just one game behind the first-place Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central and now get a big-city spotlight as they host the first-place Chicago Cubs for a weekend showdown.

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5:00 FFF

46:30 Top 10 List

1:05:00 DBU Picks

Colson Montgomery is starting to look like the real deal — and that matters in a big way for the White So...

The Chicago Cubs avoided a sweep in Atlanta with a gritty 2-0 shutout win over the Braves.

Ben Brown delivered his best starts of the season, attacking the zone and keeping Atlanta’s powerful lineup off balance all night. The bullpen took over from there, combining to slam the door and preserve the Cubs’ shutout victory.

In this episode, we break down Brown’s dominant outing, the key bullpen performances, and how the Cubs were able to salvage the final game of the series before heading to the Southside of Chicago tonight.

Can Ben Br...

Dan Bernstein makes the case that Dennis Allen is officially on the clock, with his job potentially hinging on how the defense performs in the 2026 season.

0:00 Chicago Bears - Dennis Allen

26:00 Josh Giddey / NBA Notes

33:50 PSA to MLB fans

38:50 Matthew Kiminski

48:45 Randy Moss fishing tournament

55:00 Top Gun

Plus, Josh Giddey is sidelined for three months. The NBA playoffs are delivering must-watch drama.

Dan also shares a PSA for baseball fans heading to the ballpark, while the show...

Dan Bernstein believes Bryson Graham is in a rare and valuable position right now as an unknown commodity on the NBA scene, and he needs to fully lean into it.

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17:15 Chicago Cubs

36:45 Dodgers

According to Dan, that means being aggressive, open-minded, and proactive taking every call, exploring every opportunity, and evaluating every possible avenue to improve the Bulls. Nothing should be off the table, including players who might typically be considered untouchable. The idea is simple: when you don’t yet have a de...

Dan Bernstein floated a compelling idea today: if the season ended right now, Craig Counsell would be the early frontrunner for Manager of the Year. And it’s hard to argue.

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25:45 MLB manager ejections

42:20 A man, a rock and a seal

The Cubs are sitting atop the NL Central with the second‑best record in all of baseball, despite being ravaged by pitching injuries. They’re doing it with depth guys, patched‑together rotations, and a clubhouse that hasn’t flinched.

The only t...

The Chicago Bulls finally caught a break, landing the 4th overall pick in the NBA Draft — and Dan Bernstein believes this could be a franchise‑changing moment for the Bulls and new power broker Bryson Graham.

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14:50 Wembanyama

20:50 Anthony Edwards

29:00 Knicks Fans

33:20 Mike Clevenger

48:50 Devil Wears Prada 2

59:45 DBU Picks

With no front office fully in place and no head coach yet, there’s still plenty of uncertainty, but a top‑5 pick gives the rebuild a real chance t...

Dan Bernstein dives into the historic numbers behind the Chicago Cubs’ remarkable recent run, breaking down a dominant 20‑game stretch as they sit on the brink of their second 10‑game winning streak of the season—a feat that would mark just the 11th time since 1969 the Cubs have accomplished it.

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12:30 FFF

49:00 Top 10 List

1:07:00 DBU Picks

It’s Friday, which means Friday Feedback Friday is back, featuring your comments, thoughts, and emails reacting to the team, the stats, and everything surrounding this surge.

Behind a dominate performance from Shota Imanaga on the mound and Michael Conforto's perfect day at the plate, the Cubs completed the series sweep over the Reds and continue to steamroll through the 2026 season. The Cubs have now won nine straight games and 15 consecutive home games. From clutch hitting to timely offense, the North Siders delivered once again as Wrigley Field keeps rocking.

In this episode, we break down:

The Cubs are stacking wins and sh...

Dan Bernstein believes Bryson Graham and Michael Reinsdorf are setting the right tone for the Chicago Bulls’ future through honesty and transparency. They openly acknowledge how far the organization is from truly contending for a championship. The apology Michael Reinsdorf offered to fans felt genuine and sincere, and Bernstein views it as a necessary and meaningful step from the Bulls’ ownership.

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31:45 Chicago Cubs

42:45 Ted Turner

51:35 Pope Leo

Despite significant injuries to their pitching staff, the Cubs are in a surprisingly strong position right now. Bern...

Dan Bernstein believes the Chicago Cubs are legitimate World Series contenders this season — and that puts pressure on Jed Hoyer to be aggressive.

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24:00 Bryson Graham / Chicago Bulls

39:00 Bryson DeChambeau

50:00 College Football

If the Cubs are truly all‑in, Hoyer must start upgrading the roster now and give Craig Counsell everything he needs to win it all in 2026.

Plus, the Chicago Bulls formally introduce Bryson Graham as their new Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations. Dan shares exactly what he want...

Dan Bernstein believes the Bryson Graham hire is a clear sign that Michael Reinsdorf finally understands how far the Bulls are from true championship contention.

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39:20 Umpire calls a challenge on himself

47:50 White Sox

Instead of choosing the safe, familiar path, the organization took a calculated risk, avoided the path of least resistance, and leaned into change. Is this quiet move a sign of real self‑awareness from the Bulls… and could it actually matter?

Plus, a bizarre moment at Wrigley: during last...

Munetaka Murakami might be the most fun player to watch on the White Sox, but Dan Bernstein argues the most important player is shortstop Colson Montgomery.

0:00 Chicago Bulls - Matt Lloyd

11:10 NBA Notes

29:00 ESPN - Vrabel and Russini

35:00 Colson Montgomery

54:00 Youth Umpire

1:01:45 DBU Picks

Murakami leads MLB with 13 home runs, but power-hitting, three-true-outcomes sluggers are easier to find than a potential superstar young shortstop—and the Sox believe they have that guy in Montgomery.

We also dive in...

The Chicago Cubs complete the sweep over the Arizona Diamondbacks over the weekend, extending their dominance at Wrigley Field with their 11th straight home win and pushing their overall streak to 5 in a row. Everything is clicking right now — timely hitting, lockdown pitching, and a team that’s playing with confidence and energy.

The Cubs complete the sweep over the Arizona Diamondbacks, extending their dominance at Wrigley Field with their 11th straight home win and pushing their overall streak to 5 in a row. Everything is clicking right now — timely hitting, lockdown pitching, and a team that’s playing...

Dan Bernstein shares his Top 10 list of the best play‑by‑play broadcasters in Chicago, dives into how Harry Caray’s impact went far beyond the booth and reshaped Cubs culture, opens up Friday Feedback Friday, and wraps the show with DBU Picks heading into the weekend.

0:00 Introduction

2:30 FFF

32:50 Top 10 List

1:09:30 DBU Picks

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