Podcast

The Stretch

From Barstool Sports Sports

Variety talk show encompassing national stories in pop culture, sports, & the internet hosted by Eddie, Chief & White Sox Dave. Harnessing the dynamic of the Barstool Chicago Radio hour, three longtime coworkers and Chicago locals offer their comedic perspective on news for the common man.

You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit https://barstool.link/redlineradio

Episodes
693
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
1 hr 4 min
On air since
2017
Latest episode
19 hours ago

Episodes

693 episodes, newest first

  1. Chicago Defeats The Former Champions & Jeffery Simmons Is a BEAR

    Show notes

    0:00 - Intro 3:00 - Bears vs Seahawks Recap 34:25 - College Football 53:32 - Blackhawks SUPPORT THE SHOW: Modelo - Stock Up https://www.modelousa.com/pages/product-locator Vuori - Get 20% off your first purchase at https://vuori.com/STRETCH and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Exclusions apply. McDonald's - Order your McRib with McDelivery in the McDonald’s app. https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/download-app.html Chicagoland Chevy Dealers - Now is the time to go see a Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana Chevy Dealer to test drive and pick out your new ride. Ethos - Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/stretch. Application times may vary. Rates may vary.

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    1 hr 13 min
  2. Chicago Gets a Massive Win Over New England In Primetime | Week 7 Recap

    Show notes

    0:00 - Intro 1:45 - Bears Recap 44:11 - Mikey Bets Bulls Trip To Toronto 56:15 - Bears Recap Part 2 Ft. Big Cat SUPPORT THE SHOW: Modelo - Stock Up Now https://www.modelousa.com/pages/product-locator Vuori - Get 20% off your first purchase at https://vuori.com/STRETCH and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Exclusions apply. Chicagoland Chevy Dealers - Now is the time to go see a Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana Chevy Dealer to test drive and pick out your new ride. NOBULL - Visit https://www.nobullproject.com and use code STRETCH for 35% off your entire FIRST order Payday - Tag @payday_bar on Instagram with #LowKeyLegends to give props to a legend from your ballpark

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    1 hr 6 min
  3. Caleb Williams is BACK, Notre Dame Got Upset + Jeff Blashill & Kyle Davidson Interview

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    SUPPORT THE SHOW: Modelo - Stock Up Now https://www.modelousa.com/pages/produ... Vuori - Get 20% off your first purchase at https://vuori.com/STRETCH and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Exclusions apply. Payday - Tag @payday_bar on Instagram with #LowKeyLegends to give props to a legend from your ballpark Whatnot - Get $20 off your first purchase right now! Just search Whatnot in the app store, download, sign up, and start shopping today. Terms apply. Chicagoland Chevy Dealers - Now is the time to go see a Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana Chevy Dealer to test drive and pick out your new ride.

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    1 hr 25 min
  4. Chicago Gets Embarrassed by Green Bay, White Sox Eliminated & Anthony Rizzo Reflects on Cubs Career

    Show notes

    0:00 - Intro 1:56 - Bears vs Packers Recap Presented By Vuori 29:42 - Anthony Rizzo Interview 1:09:52 - White Sox Eliminated 1:32:32 - Blackhawks SUPPORT THE SHOW: Modelo - Stock Up Now https://www.modelousa.com/pages/experiences?filter=tradition&?utm_source=BarstoolSports&utm_medium=Streaming-Audio&utm_keyword=3P-MULTFY27ModeloEspecialCFB080660957579 Vuori - Get 20% off your first purchase at https://vuori.com/STRETCH and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Exclusions apply. NOBULL - Visit https://www.nobullproject.com and use code STRETCH for 35% off your entire FIRST order Payday - Tag @payday_bar on Instagram with #LowKeyLegends to give props to a legend from your ballpark DraftKings - GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook. 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry) or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Free, non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.

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    1 hr 37 min
  5. Chicago Bullies The New York Jets, Packers Preview + The White Sox Won a Playoff Series

    Show notes

    0:00 - Intro 3:15 - Northwestern New Stadium Review 11:18 - White Sox Playoffs 22:14 - Playoff Baseball Start Times 25:04 - WSD vs John Cusack 27:48 - Cubs Season Recap 38:09 - Blackhawks 43:47 - Bears vs Jets Recap 58:41 - Bears @ Packers Preview SUPPORT THE SHOW: Modelo - Stock Up https://www.modelousa.com/pages/product-locator Vuori - Get 20% off your first purchase at https://vuori.com/STRETCH and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Exclusions apply. Payday - Tag @payday_bar on Instagram with #LowKeyLegends to give props to a legend from your ballpark Butcherbox - Go to https://ButcherBox.com/STRETCH to get $20 off your first box, plus ground beef, steak tips, or chicken breast in every box for life —with free shipping always. Chicagoland Chevy Dealers - Now is the time to go see a Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana Chevy Dealer to test drive and pick out your new ride.

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    1 hr 3 min
  6. Case Keenum Gets The Bears a Huge Primetime Win + Chicago Baseball Playoff Preview

    Show notes

    On today's episode we start with the Bears huge MNF win over the Philidelphia Eagles with Case Keenum as the starting quarterback, and how Ben Johnson makes this team a threat. We then get into a preview of the upcoming Cubs and White Sox playoff series. SUPPORT THE SHOW: Modelo - Stock Up Now https://www.modelousa.com/pages/product-locator Vuori - Get 20% off your first purchase at https://vuori.com/STRETCH and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Exclusions apply. Payday - Tag @payday_bar on Instagram with #LowKeyLegends to give props to a legend from your ballpark Whatnot - Get $20 off your first purchase right now in the Whatnot app.

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    1 hr 14 min
  7. We Are NOT Freaking Out Over Caleb Williams Injury | Week 2 Recap

    Show notes

    On today's episode of The Stretch we get into the recap of week 2 vs the Minnesota Vikings. We start by stating our thoughts on Caleb Williams injury and the internets reaction to it. We then get into Alex Bregman's injury and a baseball playoff picture. SUPPORT THE SHOW: Modelo - Stock Up Now https://www.modelousa.com/pages/product-locator Vuori - Get 20% off your first purchase at https://vuori.com/STRETCH and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Exclusions apply. NOBULL - Visit https://www.nobullproject.com and use code STRETCH for 35% off your entire FIRST order DraftKings - GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $150 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry) or bet $5 get $10 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 14 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 10/18/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.

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    1 hr 4 min
  8. The Bears Offense Went NUCLEAR In Week 1 + Cubs Playoff Predictions

    Show notes

    On today's episode we recap the Chicago Bears massive 59-37 win over the Carolina Panthers. We get into the past game, next Sunday's game and more. We then get into some talk about the Cubs and White Sox in the playoffs. SUPPORT THE SHOW: Modelo - Stock Up Now https://www.modelousa.com/pages/experiences?filter=tradition&?utm_source=BarstoolSports&utm_medium=Streaming-Audio&utm_keyword=3P-MULTFY27ModeloEspecialCFB080660957579 Vuori - Get 20% off your first purchase at https://vuori.com/STRETCH and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Exclusions apply. Chicagoland Chevy Dealers - Head to your local Chevy Dealer and learn more about what your next ride could be today. Square - Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/stretch! #squarepod DraftKings - GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL.Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. NEW: 1 per new DraftKings customer. $5+ deposit req. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry); or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Ends 9/20/26 at 11:59 PM ET. BOOST: Opt-in req. 1 Profit Boost issued per customer per day (10% for trades, 50% for bets), valid only for NFL/CFB football transactions on the platform for which it's been issued. Bet/Trade restrictions apply and vary when offered (e.g. market, bet/trade type, min./max. transaction, bet odds/market pricing req. etc.). Boosts are single-use and must be applied BEFORE placing bet/trade. Boost only applies to profit from qualifying bet/trade and expires at the end of the final football game of the select game slate when offered. Trade market must settle to receive boost. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Sponsored by DK.

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    54 min
  9. Big Cat's 2026 Bears Record Prediction + We Recorded a Snake Draft On Wrigley Field

    Show notes

    On today's episode we are bringing you our annual Big Cat Bears season schedule breakdown and record prediction. We also bring you a special Cubs Moments snake draft recorded on Wrigley Field. SUPPORT THE SHOW: Modelo - Stock Up https://www.modelousa.com/pages/product-locator NOBULL - Visit https://www.nobullproject.com and use code STRETCH for 35% off your entire FIRST order Paramount+ - One massive week. The biggest sports. All on Paramount+. Butcherbox - Go to https://ButcherBox.com/STRETCH to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. DraftKings - GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL.Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. NEW: 1 per new DraftKings customer. $5+ deposit req. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry); or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Ends 9/20/26 at 11:59 PM ET. BOOST: Opt-in req. 1 Profit Boost issued per customer per day (10% for trades, 50% for bets), valid only for NFL/CFB football transactions on the platform for which it's been issued. Bet/Trade restrictions apply and vary when offered (e.g. market, bet/trade type, min./max. transaction, bet odds/market pricing req. etc.). Boosts are single-use and must be applied BEFORE placing bet/trade. Boost only applies to profit from qualifying bet/trade and expires at the end of the final football game of the select game slate when offered. Trade market must settle to receive boost. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Sponsored by DK

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    1 hr 38 min
  10. Sammy Sosa On Returning To Wrigley Field, The Cubs 2016 Championship & 1998 Home Run Race

    Show notes

    On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by very special guest, Cubs legend, Sammy Sosa. We get into how he felt during his return to Wrigley, his reaction to the Cubs winning the World Series, the 1998 HR race and many more Cubs memories. We lost get into the Bears pre-season recap, trading German Dexter, and playoff baseball predictions for Chicago.

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    1 hr 17 min
  11. The Cardiac White Sox, Bears Pre-Season Sleepers + Max Strus On NBA Growth & Being Traded

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    On today's show we get into the Cubs and White Sox series, and how the White Sox have become a rollercoaster team. We then get into Bears pre season and how has impressed. Later Max Strus joins the show to talk about his growth in the NBA from Depaul, and how it feels knowing you may be getting traded. SUPPORT THE SHOW Modelo - Stock Up Now https://www.modelousa.com/pages/product-locator?utm_source=BarstoolSports&utm_medium=Streaming-Audio&utm_keyword=3P-MULT&utm_campaign=FY27ModeloEspecialEquityEL&modelId=080660957579 NOBULL - Visit https://www.nobullproject.com and use code STRETCH for 35% off your entire FIRST order Mountain Dew - Enjoy the refreshing citrus kick of Mountain Dew: an American Original. Grab a Dew. Tasting Great Since 48.

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    1 hr 15 min
  12. Big Cat Is Not a Scoop Guy, White Sox Dave Pays Up On Banana Bread Bet + Ozzy Trapilo Is a Super Human

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    On today's episode of The Stretch we start by Big Cat addressing the situation where he was the "source" for a fake scoop. To which he clarifies, he will never be a scoop guy. We then get into the Bears first pre season game, and how the injuries have played a role on the season outlook. White Sox Dave also surprises the panel by paying up on his and Big Cat's Banana Bread bet as the White Sox have won 61 games. SUPPORT THE SHOW: Modelo - Stock Up Now https://www.modelousa.com/pages/product-locator?utm_source=BarstoolSports&utm_medium=Streaming-Audio&utm_keyword=3P-MULT&utm_campaign=FY27ModeloEspecialEquityEL&modelId=080660957579 NOBULL - Visit https://www.nobullproject.com and use code STRETCH for 35% off your entire FIRST order Chicagoland Chevy Dealers - Head to your local Chevy Dealer and learn more about what your next ride could be today. Lionsgate - MUTINY, Only in Theaters this Friday

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    48 min
  13. Chicago Has Caught The Injury Bug In Training Camp + Cubs Played Their Best Series

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    On today's episode of The Stretch, Connor Burns fills in for Big Cat. We get into White Sox Dave's international trip, and Burns being a disney adult. The Bears have seemingly caught the training camp injury bug, and the Cubs have recently played their best baseball of the season.

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    1 hr 7 min
  14. Tarik Skubal Is a Dodger, MLB Trade Deadline & Eddie Threw the Party of The Century

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    On today's episode we are the show with some unfortunate news coming out of Chicago Bears training camp. We then get into Eddie throwing the party of the century, both Chicago teams MLB trade deadline moves, and more. SUPPORT THE SHOW: Modelo - Stock Up Now https://www.modelousa.com/pages/product-locator?utm_source=BarstoolSports&utm_medium=Streaming-Audio&utm_keyword=3P-MULT&utm_campaign=FY27ModeloEspecialEquityEL&modelId=080660957579 Chicagoland Chevy Dealers - Head to your local Chevy Dealer and learn more about what your next ride could be today. DraftKings - Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (MI/NJ/PA/WV). Help is available for problem gambling. Call (888) 789-7777 or visit ccpg.org (CT). 21+. Physically present in CT/MI/NJ/PA/WV. Void in CAN. Eligibility restrictions apply. 1 per new DraftKings Casino customer. Opt-in req. Min. $5 in wagers req. Max. 1,000 Flex Spins issued for choice of Select Games. Spins issued as 50 Spins/day upon login for 20 days. Spins are non-withdrawable and expire 24 hours after choosing Select Game. Spin values vary. Game availability may vary. Terms: casino.draftkings.com/promos. Education Hub: dkng.co/HowToPlay. Ends 8/23/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. Lionsgate - MUTINY, Only in Theaters August 21st

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    47 min
  15. Patrick Kane Is Returning To Chicago + Building Our "All Training Camp" Team

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    On today's episode of The Stretch - we get into Big Cat's time at the Savannah Bananas game, plus how both Chicago baseball teams may be in the playoffs. We then get into Patrick Kane making his decision to return to Chicago. Later we get into Bears training camp starting and listing off our memorable training camp prospects that didn't amount to what we hoped.

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    52 min
  16. We Make Our Pitch To Bring Patrick Kane Home + Doug Flutie Roasts White Sox Dave

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    On today's episode get into Connor Beard signing a large contract to stay in Chicago, we then make our own pitches to sweeten the deal for a Patrick Kane return to Chicago. We then recap the MLB All Star game, the Cubs and Sox start to the second half and more.

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    1 hr 6 min
  17. Big Cat Wants to Buy Chicago's Best Softball Team + White Sox Are Division Leaders

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    On today's episode of The Stretch, we start by recapping team Barstool's performance in the Papa Hops charity softball tournament. After promising a second round appearance Big Cat fires WSD as GM and announces he is willing to pay good players to join the team. We then get into the Cubs and Sox records at the all star break, Caleb Wilsons's summer league debut and more.

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    50 min
  18. Grading The Blackhawks Trade, Chicago Is Taking Over Baseball, & WSD Fixes Soccer

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    On today's episode of The Stretch, we start the show by giving a breakdown of the Chicago Blackhawks trade of the #4 overall pick. We then give our thoughts on the Bulls draft. Then get into a conversation of how both Chicago baseball teams are heating up. Then we finish off the show with some Soccer talk and WSD gives his thoughts on how to improve the game. SUPPORT THE SHOW: NOBULL - Visit https://www.nobullproject.com and use code STRETCH for 35% off your entire FIRST order

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    1 hr 8 min
  19. Chicago Loses Out on Brady Tkachuk + Best Times to Chant "Green Bay Sucks"

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    On today's episode of The Stretch, we begin the show with some heat from Barstool Chief after the Blackhawks lose out on trading for Brady Tkachuk. We then get into Eddie's and Big Cat's excitement for the NBA draft, and baseball in Chicago. We also get into a discussion on when it's appropriate to chant "Green Bay Sucks!"

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    53 min
  20. Chicago Claims Jalen Brunson, White Sox Are Division Leaders & Is Eddie Anti-American?

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    On today's episode of The Stretch we get into the NBA and NHL finals, and how while Jalen Brunson went to high school in Lincolnshire - Chicago still claims him. We then get into how the Cubs continue to stink and the White Sox are division leaders for the first time since 2022. SUPPORT THE SHOW: NOBULL - Visit www.nobullproject.com and use code STRETCH for 35% off your entire FIRST order. Chicagoland Chevy Dealers - Head to your local Chevy Dealer and learn more about what your next ride could be today.

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    53 min