Sky trade Angle Reese to Dream, Cubs drop 2 of 3 to Guardians in Cleveland

The Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show opens with breaking news: Angel Reese has been traded from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream, a move that sparks immediate debate over the Sky's decision to part with their star player during her prime. The hosts express concern over the team's direction, questioning whether financial incentives from the new CBA—which would have significantly increased Reese's salary—played a role in the trade. They contrast Reese's national prominence with the Chicago Bulls' lack of a similarly recognizable figure, underscoring the loss to the city's sports landscape. The discussion then shifts to the Cubs' recent 2-1 series loss to the Cleveland Guardians in Cleveland, where the team’s bullpen collapse—particularly in the eighth inning—proved costly despite strong starting pitching from Shota Imanaga. The hosts highlight the team’s offensive struggles, especially with runners in scoring position, and express growing concern over bullpen reliability, citing poor performances from Ben Brown and Jacob Webb. With the Cubs now in last place in the NL Central and facing a tough upcoming schedule, including matchups against the Rays, Phillies, and Dodgers, the hosts stress the importance of fixing the bullpen and building confidence early in the season. The episode closes with excitement about the team’s live broadcast from Circa Resort in Las Vegas, where they’ll be covering the golf tournament and broadcasting from the poolside.