ABC7 Sports Overtime: White Sox, Cubs, Bulls, and Fire FC updates
The programme covers MLB second-half strategies, Bulls Summer League standout Caleb Wilson, and Abbey Murphy's Olympic journey.
On 17 July 2026, ABC7 Sports Overtime, hosted by Dionne Miller, aired on ABC7 Chicago to discuss the second-half strategies for the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs following the MLB All-Star Game. The broadcast featured White Sox General Manager Chris Getz and first-round draft pick Landon Thome, son of Hall of Famer Jim Thome. The programme also highlighted Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson’s standout performance at the NBA Summer League, with commentary from Camron Smith, and included an interview with Olympic gold medalist Abbey Murphy. Additionally, the show reported that Chicago Fire FC striker Robert Lewandowski’s debut was postponed due to poor air quality.
Dionne Miller and ESPN baseball beat writer Jesse Rogers discussed the strategies required for the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs to reach the MLB Playoffs in the second half of the season, following the recent All-Star Game. White Sox General Manager Chris Getz appeared on the show to discuss the team’s turnaround. The White Sox’s first two draft picks were featured, including Landon Thome from Nazareth Academy, who is the son of White Sox Hall of Famer Jim Thome.
The White Sox held the No. 1 overall pick in the recent MLB Draft due to their poor performance last year, despite being in first place this year. Chicago Bulls first-round pick Caleb Wilson (No. 4 overall) delivered near record-breaking performances and highlight-reel plays during Summer League, drawing significant attention from the league and fans. Chicago Sports Network commentator Camron Smith joined the programme to discuss Caleb Wilson’s future and the Bulls’ team outlook.
Robert Lewandowski’s debut for Chicago Fire FC was postponed due to poor air quality on Thursday. Olympic gold medalist hockey player Abbey Murphy was interviewed regarding her journey to the Olympics and the recent ESPY Awards. The Evergreen Park native discussed her path to winning an Olympic gold medal in hockey.
ABC7 Sports Overtime with Dionne Miller airs live on Fridays at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Saturday mornings at 4:30 a.m. on ABC7 Chicago’s 24/7 stream. The Chicago White Sox are a Major League Baseball team based in Chicago. The Chicago Cubs are a Major League Baseball team based in Chicago. The Chicago Bulls are a National Basketball Association (NBA) team based in Chicago. Chicago Fire FC is a Major League Soccer (MLS) team based in Chicago. Jim Thome is a Hall of Famer associated with the White Sox. Abbey Murphy is an Olympic gold medalist in hockey and a native of Evergreen Park.
