On this episode of Dan Bernstein Unfiltered, Dan opens with a hard‑truth conversation about the modern state of MLB pitching. Injuries are no longer the exception—they’re the expectation.

0:00 Final Four

14:12 Cade Horton

19:50 Ozzie Guillen

28:10 Jaden Ivey

34:42 Bulls outlook

39:40 Cooper Flagg / LeBron

46:06 - Waffle House

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As disappointing as it is for fans, this is simply how the game works now. Cubs prospect Cade Horton may end up perfectly fine, or this could be something more serious. Either way, Bernstein isn’t being callous when he says the league moves on—and fans have to understand that reality too.

Dan then shifts to Illinois’ loss to UConn, a game where it felt like nothing could fall for the Illini while everything fell for the Huskies. UConn couldn’t miss, tying a school tournament record with 13 made three‑pointers, and that shooting barrage proved too much to overcome. UConn now advances to face Michigan tonight with the national title on the line.

We also celebrate a big Chicago sports moment as Ozzie Guillén gets his number retired by the Chicago White Sox, honoring his lasting impact on the franchise and the city.

The episode takes a more serious turn with the ongoing Jaden Ivey situation. After Ivey was seen street preaching over the weekend, Bernstein expresses concern for a once‑promising young player who may be spiraling. Dan questions whether the Bulls—or even Detroit—need to step in and provide support, emphasizing that this feels bigger than basketball.

In the NBA, Cooper Flagg has emerged as the early favorite for Rookie of the Year, and fans were treated to a show as Flagg and LeBron James shared the spotlight in a memorable performance last night.

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And the absolutely unreal story of a government official who claims he can teleport to a Waffle House in Rome, Georgia

As always, it’s honest, unfiltered, and all over the sports map—exactly what DBU listeners come for.

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0:00 Final Four

11:12 White Sox

15:25 FFF

46:55 Top 10 List

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With just three games left on the college basketball calendar, all eyes turn to Illinois and what it will take to knock off Connecticut on the sport’s biggest stage. We break down the non‑negotiables for the Fighting Illini—what has to travel, what can’t break, and whether Brad Underwood has the coaching edge required to push this program into the championship game. We also take a hard look at UConn’s offense, where it hurts you, and where Illinois can actually make it uncomfortable enough to contend.

On the other side of the bracket, Arizona vs. Michigan shapes up as a heavyweight fight between two of the nation’s most complete teams. Michigan’s defense is built to dictate terms, and we examine how forcing Arizona to live on the perimeter could tilt this matchup—and possibly set the stage for an all–Big Ten title game.

It’s Friday, so we open the floor with Friday Feedback Friday, roll out Dan’s Top 10 favorite college basketball coaches of all time, and close things out with our weekend edition of DBU Picks.

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0:00 Bears Stadium

25:20 Chicago Bulls

38:15 Puka Nacua / Tiger Woods

50:44 Kit Kats

Chicago Bears owner George McCaskey met with the media yesterday during the NFL owners' meetings in Arizona and said Bears fans would be fine regardless of where the team ultimately plays. Whatever the outcome, it appears a resolution to the Bears’ long-running stadium situation could be coming sooner rather than later. The team has owned the Arlington Heights property for nearly three years, keeping that option very much in play.

The Chicago Bulls turned in exactly the kind of performance you would expect in their loss to Indiana last night. Defensive effort was minimal, as the Bulls allowed 83 points in the first half alone.

In other sports news, two high-profile athletes are headed to rehab: Los Angeles Rams star wide receiver Puka Nacua and PGA legend Tiger Woods.

Outside of sports, Kit Kats have reportedly been stolen in Europe, and Hershey announced it is returning to its original recipe for Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

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