CSN TO DELIVER MASSIVE CHICAGO CUBS/2016 WORLD SERIES COVERAGE BEGINNING TONIGHT!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, October 25th, 2016

CSN TO DELIVER MASSIVE CHICAGO CUBS/2016 WORLD SERIES COVERAGE BEGINNING TONIGHT!

“Cubs Postseason Live” pre/postgame coverage (featuring David Kaplan, Todd Hollandsworth, Kelly Crull, Luke Stuckmeyer, and Cubs Hall of Fame legend Ryne Sandberg) to take place on-site before & after EVERY World Series Game!

Cubs at Indians Game 1 surrounding coverage gets underway with “SportsTalk Live” TONIGHT at 5:00 PM CT live from Progressive Field!

“SportsNet Central: Cubs Playoff Central” to air nightly on non-game nights at 10:30 PM CT!

Even more extensive 24/7 World Series coverage via CSNChicago.com, along with enhanced social media interactivity for every game!

Chicago, IL (October 25, 2016) – CSN Chicago (CSN), the television home for the most games and the most comprehensive coverage of 2016 National League Champion Chicago Cubs, is ready to bring fans even more wall-to-wall coverage throughout the entire 2016 WORLD SERIES with expanded, one-hour pre-game editions of Cubs Postseason Live presented by Fields Auto Group and extensive post-game coverage on Cubs Postseason Live presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. In addition, CSN will deliver 24/7 World Series digital coverage on CSNChicago.com, along with enhanced social media interaction through the World Series.

CSN begins its World Series Game 1 coverage TONIGHT at 5:00 PM CT with a special live remote edition of SportsTalk Live presented by The Chevy Silverado, featuring host David Kaplan and a panel of local/national baseball experts, live from Progressive Field in Cleveland, OH. At 6:00 PM, CSN’s expanded, ONE-HOUR Cubs Postseason Live presented by Fields Auto Group pregame coverage begins as hosts David Kaplan (@thekapman) and Todd Hollandsworth (@hollytime28) will be joined by Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame legend Ryne Sandberg with the latest World Series Game 1 pre-game updates/analysis, plus detailed pre-game reports from CSN’s Cubs beat reporter Kelly Crull (@Kelly_Crull), along with additional on-field reports from Luke Stuckmeyer (@LukeStuckmeyer) and CSNChicago.com Cubs “Insider” Patrick Mooney (@CSNMooney).

Immediately following Game 1 tonight, fans can look forward to an expanded edition of Cubs Postseason Live presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois hosted by Kaplan/Hollandsworth/Sandberg, along with in-depth post-game reports from Crull, Stuckmeyer & Mooney. Every post-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois will also feature the live post-game press conference featuring Cubs manager Joe Maddon, Indians manager Terry Francona, plus – live locker room interviews with Cubs and Indians players, a thorough breakdown of every key play in the game, a preview of Game 2 Wednesday night, and much more.

On non-game nights throughout the World Series at 10:30 PM, CSN will provide viewers with expanded Cubs World Series coverage on GMC SportsNet Central: Cubs Playoff Central. This half-hour show, featuring a rotation of Cubs experts including Kaplan, Hollandsworth, Crull, Mooney, and Luke Stuckmeyer, will provide fans with up-to-the-minute Cubs-Indians World Series news and updates, player/manager interviews, workout day reports, comprehensive game previews/recaps, along with additional feature story content.

In addition to the comprehensive Cubs NLCS coverage on CSN, viewers are urged to visit CSNChicago.com throughout the playoffs even more comprehensive 24/7 coverage and expanded social media interactivity via CSN’s social media platforms. Note the following:

Live stream of Cubs manager Joe Maddon’s post-game World Series press conferences following EVERY game (presented by Xfinity).
CSNChicago.com Cubs “Insider” Patrick Mooney will provide extensive team/player news, special feature stories, and much more throughout the World Series. Follow him on Twitter @CSNMooney for 24/7 inside access. In addition, Cubs digital reporter and producer Tony Andracki (@TonyAndracki23) will also provide Cubs reports/features on the beat with Mooney for every World Series game. Plus, CSNChicago.com digital baseball reporters Dan Hayes (@CSNHayes) and JJ Stankevitz (@JJStankevitz) will also provide content from an opponent’s perspective and CSN digital field producer/social media correspondent Scott Changnon (@ScottyChag) will also deliver behind-the-scenes content throughout the World Series. Follow @CSNCubs on Twitter for full Cubs/World Series coverage.
“Cubs Pulse,” a one-stop social media and behind-the-scenes destination that reveals the latest real time trending topics, player buzz and expert insight from Twitter and Instagram. Plus, “Cubs Pulse” aggregates all Cubs/World Series player tweets, along with fan tweets that utilize the hashtag #CubsTalk.
“Cubs In-Game Live,” – featuring STATS Inc.’s enhanced Game Zone real-time tracking system – is a second screen platform for PCs, tablets and mobile devices that combine state-of-the-art infographics, data visualization of real-time statistics and game info with rich social interactivity tied to CSN Chicago’s live game broadcasts.
Push Alerts: CSN Chicago will deliver Cubs push notifications for breaking team and player news, “Insider” reports, plus game reminder alerts via CSN Chicago’s SportsTalk app for iOS and Android devices.
CubsTalk, CSNChicago.com’s high-velocity, real-time, comprehensive Cubs playoffs news and opinion section featuring original commentary, reporting and aggregation. CubsTalk contains interactive content and continually updated insights from the network’s digital and on-air talent, which includes the upcoming #CubsTalk podcast.
Cubs coverage on CSNChicago.com/Cubs is presented by Wintrust.
Social Media: CSN to provide numerous Facebook Live and Periscope streaming featuring even more extended coverage, fan Q &A interviews and behind-the-scenes content from both ballparks. Plus – fans are urged to follow @CSNChicago on Instagram & Snapchat for enhanced, exclusive content featuring real-time sights and sounds surrounding the “Fall Classic”

Note the following game-by-game breakdown of CSN’s coverage of the 2016 World Series:

CUBS vs. INDIANS/2016 WORLD SERIES COVERAGE ON CSN

Game 1: Tuesday, October 25 (Cubs at Indians)

5:00 PM – SportsTalk Live presented by The Chevy Silverado (LIVE from Progressive Field) – Pre-game discussion & analysis with special guests and host David Kaplan featuring live reports and special guests from Progressive Field in Cleveland.

6:00 PM – Cubs Postseason Live presented by Fields Auto Group (LIVE from Progressive Field) – Hosted by CSN’s David Kaplan and Todd Hollandsworth, along with Cubs Hall of Fame legend Ryne Sandberg, this special ONE-HOUR, pre-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live will break down and preview Game 1 of the World Series featuring numerous interviews, a complete series overview featuring pitching match-ups and player analyses, a recap of Cleveland’s run to the World Series, along with the latest on-field pre-game reports from Kelly Crull, Luke Stuckmeyer, and Patrick Mooney.

11:00 PM (time approx.) – GMC SportsNet Central – Full Game 1 recap/analysis, along with the latest news/highlights from the day in sports.

Game 2: Wednesday, October 26 (Cubs at Indians)

5:30 PM – SportsTalk Live presented by The Chevy Silverado (LIVE from Progressive Field) – Pre-game discussion & analysis with special guests and host David Kaplan featuring live reports and special guests from Progressive Field in Cleveland.

6:00 PM – Cubs Postseason Live presented by Fields Auto Group (LIVE from Progressive Field) – Hosted by CSN’s David Kaplan and Todd Hollandsworth, along with Cubs Hall of Fame legend Ryne Sandberg, this special ONE-HOUR, pre-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live will break down and preview Game 2 of the World Series featuring numerous interviews, pitching match-up and player analyses, a recap of Game 1, along with the latest on-field pre-game reports from Kelly Crull, Luke Stuckmeyer, and Patrick Mooney.

11:00 PM (time approx.) – GMC SportsNet Central – Full Game 2 recap/analysis, along with the latest news/highlights from the day in sports.

Game 3: Friday, October 28 (Cubs vs. Indians)

5:00 PM – SportsTalk Live presented by The Chevy Silverado (LIVE from Wrigley Field) – Pre-game discussion & analysis with special guests and host David Kaplan featuring live reports and special guests direct from Wrigley Field.

6:00 PM – Cubs Postseason Live presented by Fields Auto Group (LIVE from Progressive Field) – Hosted by CSN’s David Kaplan and Todd Hollandsworth, along with Cubs Hall of Fame legend Ryne Sandberg, this special ONE-HOUR, pre-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live will break down and preview Game 3 of the World Series featuring numerous interviews, pitching match-up and player analyses, a recap of Games 1 & 2 from Cleveland, along with the latest on-field pre-game reports from Kelly Crull, Luke Stuckmeyer, and Patrick Mooney.

10:00 PM (time approx.) – Cubs Postseason Live presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois (LIVE from Wrigley Field) – An expanded post-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live, hosted by Kaplan and Hollandsworth, will feature Cubs manager Joe Maddon’s post-game press conference, live locker room player interviews, a complete breakdown of the Game 3, plus, additional live on-field, post-game reports from Crull and Stuckmeyer, a preview of Game 4, and much more.

11:00 PM (time approx.) – GMC SportsNet Central – Full Game 2 recap/analysis, along with the latest news/highlights from the day in sports.

Game 4: Saturday, October 29 (Cubs vs. Indians)

6:00 PM on CSN+ – Cubs Postseason Live presented by Fields Auto Group (LIVE from Wrigley Field) – Hosted by CSN’s David Kaplan and Todd Hollandsworth, along with Cubs Hall of Fame legend Ryne Sandberg, this special ONE-HOUR, pre-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live will break down and preview Game 4 of the World Series featuring numerous interviews, pitching match-up and player analyses, a recap of Game 3, along with the latest on-field pre-game reports from Kelly Crull, Luke Stuckmeyer, and Patrick Mooney. (NOTE: Due to CSN’s live pre-game coverage of the network’s first Bulls game of the season vs. Indiana, this pre-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live will air on CSN+; viewers are urged to visit CSNChicago.com’s CHANNEL FINDER for complete channel location details)

10:00 PM (time approx.) – Cubs Postseason Live presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois (LIVE from Wrigley Field) – An expanded post-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live, hosted by Kaplan and Hollandsworth, will feature Cubs manager Joe Maddon’s post-game press conference, live locker room player interviews, a complete breakdown of the Game 4, plus, additional live on-field, post-game reports from Crull and Stuckmeyer, a preview of Game 5 (if nec.), and much more.

11:00 PM (time approx.) – High School Lites – CSN’s IHSA preps highlights show will air immediately following the post-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live.

IF NECESSARY — Game 5: Sunday, October 30 (Cubs vs. Indians)

6:00 PM on CSN+ – Cubs Postseason Live presented by Fields Auto Group (LIVE from Wrigley Field) – Hosted by CSN’s David Kaplan and Todd Hollandsworth, along with Cubs Hall of Fame legend Ryne Sandberg, this special ONE-HOUR, pre-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live will break down and preview Game 5 of the World Series featuring numerous interviews, pitching match-up and player analyses, a recap of Game 4, along with the latest on-field pre-game reports from Kelly Crull, Luke Stuckmeyer, and Patrick Mooney. (NOTE: Due to CSN’s live coverage of the Blackhawks vs. Los Angeles game, this pre-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live will air on CSN+; viewers are urged to visit CSNChicago.com’s CHANNEL FINDER for complete channel location details)

10:00 PM (time approx.) – Cubs Postseason Live presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois (LIVE from Wrigley Field) – An expanded post-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live, hosted by Kaplan and Hollandsworth, will feature Cubs manager Joe Maddon’s post-game press conference, live locker room player interviews, a complete breakdown of the Game 5, plus, additional live on-field, post-game reports from Crull and Stuckmeyer, a preview of Game 6 (if nec.) in Cleveland, and much more.

IF NECESSARY — Game 6: Tuesday, November 1 (Cubs at Indians)

6:00 PM – Cubs Postseason Live presented by Fields Auto Group (LIVE from Progressive Field) – Hosted by CSN’s David Kaplan and Todd Hollandsworth, along with Cubs Hall of Fame legend Ryne Sandberg, this special ONE-HOUR, pre-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live will break down and preview Game 6 of the World Series featuring numerous interviews, pitching match-up and player analyses, a recap of Games 1-5, along with the latest on-field pre-game reports from Kelly Crull, Luke Stuckmeyer, and Patrick Mooney.

10:00 PM (time approx.) – Cubs Postseason Live presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois (LIVE from Progressive Field) – An expanded post-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live, hosted by Kaplan and Hollandsworth, along with Sandberg, will feature Cubs manager Joe Maddon’s post-game press conference, live locker room player interviews, a complete breakdown of the Game 6, plus, additional live on-field, post-game reports from Crull and Stuckmeyer, a preview of Game 7 (if nec.), and much more. (NOTE: This post-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live will air on the main CSN channel location immediately following an abbreviated edition of Blackhawks Postgame Live; Cubs Postseason Live will begin immediately on CSN+ if the Blackhawks game is still airing on the main CSN channel location…viewers are urged to visit CSNChicago.com’s CHANNEL FINDER for complete channel location details)

11:00 PM (time approx.) – GMC SportsNet Central – Full Game 6 recap/analysis, along with the latest news/highlights from the day in sports.

IF NECESSARY — Game 7: Wednesday, November 2 (Cubs at Indians)

6:00 PM – Cubs Postseason Live presented by Fields Auto Group (LIVE from Progressive Field) – Hosted by CSN’s David Kaplan and Todd Hollandsworth, along with Cubs Hall of Fame legend Ryne Sandberg, this special ONE-HOUR, pre-game edition of Cubs Postseason Live will break down and preview Game 7 of the World Series featuring numerous interviews, pitching match-up and player analyses, a recap of Games 1-6, along with the latest on-field pre-game reports from Kelly Crull, Luke Stuckmeyer, and Patrick Mooney.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Should the Cubs win the World Series following Games 4, 5, 6, or 7, CSN will provide MASSIVE celebratory post-game coverage on Cubs Postseason Live presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois, on-site and throughout the entire city of Chicago for hours on end.

CSN Chicago, a partnership between the Chicago Blackhawks (NHL), Chicago Bulls (NBA), Chicago Cubs (MLB), Chicago White Sox (MLB) and the NBC Sports Group, features over 275 live pro games in high definition each year. In addition, CSN delivers extensive pre/post-game coverage for its core pro team partners, as well as the Chicago Bears, along with Emmy Award-winning regional sports news and analysis via SportsNet Central and SportsTalk Live. Through the network’s growing digital platform, CSNChicago.com, Chicago sports fans tap into the most comprehensive and dedicated 24/7 online destination for breaking news, up-to-the-minute game previews/recaps, highlights, multimedia video clips, and standout coverage from CSNChicago.com’s team of “Insiders.” Follow the network on Twitter via @CSNChicago.

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CSN TO DELIVER MASSIVE CHICAGO CUBS/2016 WORLD SERIES COVERAGE BEGINNING TONIGHT!