CHICAGO (WLS) — Tune into “ABC7 Sports Overtime with Dionne Miller,” airing live Fridays at 5:30 and 8 p.m., and catch the early Saturday broadcast at 4:30 a.m. on ABC7 Chicago’s continuous stream.
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In this week’s episode, Dionne Miller engages in a conversation with ESPN baseball insider Jesse Rogers. They discuss the Chicago Cubs’ recent challenges, including their loss in the Crosstown Classic against the White Sox and a subsequent sweep by the Milwaukee Brewers. This setback has pushed the Cubs out of the top spot in the NL Central Division. Looking ahead, the team aims to bounce back in their upcoming series against the Houston Astros.
Dionne also sits down with Scott Merkin, the Chicago White Sox beat writer, to explore the team’s unexpected success this season. Scott provides insights into what has been working well for the Sox and considers whether any significant roster changes might be on the horizon as they eye a playoff berth.
The Northwestern women’s lacrosse team is gearing up for their Final Four matchup, with hopes of clinching the championship. Dionne speaks with Wildcats head coach Kelly Amonte Hiller, who has elevated the program to national prominence. Additionally, she checks in with Chicago Bears assistant coaches to discuss the progress their rookies are making in mastering the playbook during the offseason.
In community news, Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson and his wife, Chicago Stars forward Mallory Swanson, successfully hosted their first-ever Swanson Games event. The charity initiative raised an impressive $750,000, with all proceeds benefiting the Purpose & Calling Foundation, an organization established by the dynamic sports duo.