In the first hour, Laurence Holmes conducted his final edition of the Cubs on Deck Luncheon series this season, as he was joined by outfielder Nick Castellanos and left-hander Derek Holland. They discussed what it meant for Castellanos to join a contending team after playing for the woeful Tigers, a segment in which he got emotional in explaining what it meant to play for the Cubs. Holland went in depth on dealing with social media trolls and the motivation he had in his journey to reach the big leagues as well.

<p>In the first hour, Laurence Holmes conducted his final edition of the Cubs on Deck Luncheon series this season, as he was joined by outfielder Nick Castellanos and left-hander Derek Holland. They discussed what it meant for Castellanos to join a contending team after playing for the woeful Tigers, a segment in which he got emotional in explaining what it meant to play for the Cubs. Holland went in depth on dealing with social media trolls and the motivation he had in his journey to reach the big leagues as well.</p>

In addition to Laurence Holmes' insightful perspective, a signature feature of his show is the in-studio interview with athletes, coaches and journalists, allowing for deeper discussion on their backgrounds and the day’s most important topics. Herb Lawrence is the executive producer of the show. Follow Laurence on Twitter @LaurenceWHolmes.

<p>In addition to Laurence Holmes' insightful perspective, a signature feature of his show is the in-studio interview with athletes, coaches and journalists, allowing for deeper discussion on their backgrounds and the day&rsquo;s most important topics. Herb Lawrence is the executive producer of the show. Follow Laurence on Twitter @LaurenceWHolmes.</p>

Laurence Holmes talks Chicago sports on 670 The Score

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