5 On It: Matthew Boyd shines in Cubs' win over Angels

Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show20mApril 2, 2026

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The Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show kicks off with a lively discussion on Matthew Boyd's standout performance in the Cubs' 6-2 win over the Angels, where he struck out 10 in 5.2 innings. Hosts debate the 'Dad Who Stepped Up' scale, with Marshall Harris giving Boyd a 10 for overcoming a rough Opening Day and making mechanical adjustments. The conversation shifts to the Bears' potential move to Indiana, with skepticism about the feasibility despite Bears chairman George McCaskey's diplomatic remarks. The hosts critique the Bulls' front office for poor trade deadline decisions, particularly the decision to trade Usman Jang instead of acquiring him, and express concern over lack of due diligence. They also weigh in on the White Sox's early-season struggles, questioning whether rookie Munetaka Murakami deserves the 'Mark Grody He Deserved Better' award—concluding it's too early. The episode closes with a heated debate over the Wizards' April Fool's prank, where a fan was misled into thinking he made a blindfolded half-court shot for $10,000. The hosts condemn the prank as cruel, especially given the team's poor record, and question the value of the consolation prizes, sparking humor and frustration over autographed jerseys and courtside seats.

Key Takeaways
1

Matthew Boyd's 10-strikeout performance against the Angels was a redemption arc after a rough Opening Day, earning a '10' on the 'Dad Who Stepped Up' scale.

2

The Bears' potential move to Indiana remains unlikely despite McCaskey's comments, as no concrete plan or location has been announced.

3

The Bulls' front office is criticized for poor trade deadline decisions, particularly trading Usman Jang instead of acquiring him to bolster young talent.

4

It's too early to award rookie Munetaka Murakami the 'Mark Grody He Deserved Better' award, given the White Sox's 1-5 start and his prior experience with losing teams.

5

The Wizards' April Fool's prank misled a fan into believing he made a half-court shot for $10,000—deemed cruel and poorly executed, especially with low-value consolation prizes.

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Chapters
0:00
2 min

Matthew Boyd's Redemption Pitch

Fall down seven times. Get up eight. So I think that Matthew Boyd gets a 10 on the dad who stepped up scale.

Highlight
2:00
3 min

Bears' Indiana Stadium Rumors

The discussion turns to the Bears' potential move to Indiana, with Marshall Harris expressing skepticism about the idea's realism despite George McCaskey's diplomatic comments. The hosts argue that without a defined location or financial commitment, the plan lacks credibility.

5:00
5 min

Bulls' Trade Deadline Critique

The front office has done a very poor job this season. Point blank, period.

Highlight
10:00
4 min

White Sox Rookie Evaluation

The hosts debate whether rookie Munetaka Murakami deserves the 'Mark Grody He Deserved Better' award early in the season, concluding it's too soon given the team’s poor record and his prior experience with losing teams.

14:00
7 min

Wizards' April Fool's Prank Backlash

I really, really hate April Fool's Day. I'm so sorry.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
The front office has done a very poor job this season. Point blank, period.
Marshall Harris13:03
Viral: 88.0
Fall down seven times. Get up eight. So I think that Matthew Boyd gets a 10 on the dad who stepped up scale.
Marshall Harris0:32
Viral: 85.0
I really, really hate April Fool's Day. I'm so sorry.
Marshall Harris16:20
Viral: 75.0
Speakers

Hosts

Leila RahimiMarshall Harris

Guest

Danny Parkins
Topics Discussed
Matthew Boyd Performance95%Wizards April Fool's Prank92%Bulls Trade Deadline Decisions90%Sports Pranks and Ethics85%Bears Stadium Move to Indiana80%White Sox Rookie Evaluation75%Circa Resort and Casino Broadcast70%Sports Fan Experience65%
People & Brands

Matthew Boyd

person

12xPositive

Bulls

other

11xNegative

Wizards

other

10xNegative

Bears

other

10xNeutral

Usman Jang

person

9xNegative

Cubs

other

8xPositive

White Sox

other

7xNeutral

Angels

other

7xNeutral

Munetaka Murakami

person

6xNeutral

George McCaskey

person

6xNeutral

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