In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant showcasing his power early on and closer Craig Kimbrel looking sharp. After that, Michael Pina of Sports Illustrated joined the show to discuss his recent piece on the new-look Bulls and how the All-Star pairing of guard Zach LaVine and center Nikola Vucevic is operating together. Later, Rahimi and Grote conducted the Midday Midway, taking a look at some of the wildest and most intriguing headlines from around the world.