Darrell Horwitz
Senior Analyst II

About

Sales is my career, but sports are my love. I currently do a sports radio show every Sunday morning at 11a.m. central time called the Sunday Sports Shootout that you can pick up on-line at www.wluw.org. or on 88.7FM if you reside in Chicago.

I used to write for a satirical sports paper called the Heckler that allowed me the opportunity to interview several sports celebrities for the paper. I've interviewed Dusty Baker, Jim Hendry, Andy MacPhail, Ernie Banks, Ron Santo, Steve Stone, Kenny Williams, Ozzie Guillen, and many other Chicago sports icons.

I have written for the Chicago Cubs magazine VineLine, and covered high school sports for the Chicago SunTimes several years ago. I've appeared in the sports opinion sections of the SunTimes and Chicago Tribune for many years, even talking myself into interviews with the sports editors of both papers.

Unfortunately, without a journalism degree and with writers already on board that they can't find work for, I got the we like your writing but we don't have a spot for you line.

I also created shirts for Cub fans that were very popular and appeared in several Chicago newspapers and on local TV stations. I also appeared on the Tribune Live Show on Comcast SportsNet in Chicago several times. I currently have media access for the Chicago Bulls, and previously had access to the Cubs and White Sox. I have had the opportunity to speak to Derrick Rose a few times with my Bulls access.

Among the highlights of my sports life, I had the opportunity to throw out the first pitch at a Cubs game several years ago.

I recently started writing for thefanmanifesto.com. Check out my work there when you have a chance. I will be doing some exclusives that I don't think would be a fit for BR, but will give me an opportunity to write about some things that I am passionate about.

I write stories that people will find informative and thought-provoking. I'm very opinionated and will write what I think. You may not always agree with me, but I guarantee you that you will never be bored.

Short List

  • Favorite Athletes

    Ernie Banks, Michael Jordan, Walter Payton

  • Favorite Sports Teams

    Chicago Cubs, Bulls, and Bears

  • Favorite Coaches

    Phil Jackson, John Wooden, Billy Martin

  • All Time Sports Moment

    Interviewing Ron Santo in the radio booth at Wrigley Field before a game. My first interview ever with a ballplayer or former ballplayer.

  • Most Memorable Game Attended

    Game 2 Cubs -Padres 1984 Playoff - I thought the Cubs were going to the World Series

  • Most Unbreakable Sports Record

    Cy Young's 511 wins - Nothing else is even close.

  • Ruth or Mays?

    Ruth

  • Unitas or Montana?

    Unitas

  • Jordan or Russell?

    Jordan

  • Gretzky or Orr?

    Gretzky

  • Pele or Maradona?

    I don't do Soccer.

  • Federer or Sampras?

    Federer

  • Tiger or Nicklaus?

    Tiger

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  • Tim Doherty posted 4 days ago

    Tim Doherty

    Thanks for writing me back Darrell. I like your writing because I can teel you have a lot of knowledge and insight as to what you're writing about. I also really admire the passion you seem to have in yuor writing and I can tell that you really enjoy to write.

    To answer one of the questions you asked me, I definitely think your writing is disitncitve. I can tell it is your writing just by reading one of your articles.

    This is the link to my Bleacher Report page http://bleacherreport.com/users/268612-tim-doherty Like you, I love writing about sports and am currently a college sports communication student. I'd really appreciate if you read some of my articles and just see what you think.

    Thanks and keep up the great work,
    Tim Doherty

  • Tim Doherty posted 5 days ago

    Tim Doherty

    Just wanted to let you know, I've read a bunch of your articles and i think you're a great writer. Really enjoy reading your opinions and point of view. Keep up the good work.

  • Brandon Wheeland posted 5 days ago

    Brandon Wheeland

    Caught up in Linsanity yet my friend?

    Racism is starting to become involved in his story, and that's unfortunate. Here are my thoughts if you are interested, love to hear what you think.

    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1062574-new-york-knicks-jeremy-lin-is-not-should-not-be-target-of-racism

  • Jon Piel posted 8 days ago

    Jon Piel

    In apology my comments have been deleted.

  • Jon Piel posted 8 days ago

    Jon Piel

    Just read your article about Theo being the Cubs' Fear Factor. It was awful.

  • Michael Gibbons posted 9 days ago

    Michael Gibbons

    I thought you might appreciate my most recent article and the meathead responses I am getting http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1057511-chicago-bears-jeremey-bates-hire-is-more-proof-bears-are-a-joke

  • Camille Smith posted 9 days ago

    Camille Smith

    Derrick Rose is incredible! I love watching him play. Seems like a humble young man too. I think the Rangers will keep Josh, he's such a fan favorite here in Texas.

  • Jim Calamaras posted 9 days ago

    Jim Calamaras

    Darrell you're the writer I'm the contributor. The guy I clashed with is called ChiTownBullet. It was in response to the Moon Mullins story. This season is a perfect example of the trend. The Bears are a classic example of the past top to bottom. Bear fans are great fans but I suspect even the bulk of us are still living in the past. Consider writing the story while its still fresh material.

  • Camille Smith posted 10 days ago

    Camille Smith

    Hey! I love basketball, it's by far my favorite sport.
    I am new to B/R so I'm trying to figure it all out.
    I love the site though.
    The recent Josh Hamilton incident is very unfortunate.
    I read his book last year. The highs & the lows he has been through
    Are unreal. Good book if you're looking for a good read.

  • Jim Calamaras posted 10 days ago

    Jim Calamaras

    Darrell,I just got into a slugfest with a guy on comcast about how the game has changed and "defense wins championships" just isn't true any more. The bulk of my argument was the Mannigham catch was the game changer and a two legged Gronkowski just might of caught that hail mary. Other arguments like Ravens and Friscos defense did not get them there. The Bears collapse,Steelers D not bailing them out, etc. Is there a potential story line for article there?

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