06/16/26 Hour 1: Illinois Football Lands 4-Star WR Bennett Konkey, Flips RB Steven Alexis; Dustin May Shines for Cardinals, Cubs' PCA Hits for the Cycle

The Drive on ESPN 93.5 delivers a whirlwind of Illinois sports news, starting with a major recruiting coup: head coach Brett Bielema secured two high-profile transfers in under an hour—four-star wide receiver Bennett Conkey from Geneva High School and three-star running back Steven Alexis, who flipped from Colorado. The show dives into the implications of these moves, with hosts debating whether Illinois is becoming too reliant on the transfer portal or if these signings signal a new era of elite recruiting. Meanwhile, the Cardinals' Dustin May delivered a dominant one-hit shutout, sparking debate about whether he’s a trade asset or a cornerstone for St. Louis’ rebuild. On the Cubs side, Patrick Wisdom hit for the cycle in a dramatic comeback win, only to be picked off after the final hit—a moment that became the show’s running joke. The hosts also take a surprising detour into the cultural phenomenon of the kids' show *Bluey*, praising its psychological depth, dog-friendly visuals, and real-life parenting parallels. The episode ends with a mix of local updates, weather warnings, and playful banter about everything from Aussie Rules football to the history of baseball’s rarest feats.