About Show
Join Kyle and Shawn each week as we dive into all things Chicago Cubs baseball. From weekly recaps and in-depth breakdowns to analysis you won’t get anywhere else—and the occasional special guest—The Northside Nine brings you closer to the team every step of the season.
Whether you’re a diehard fan or just along for the ride, this is your go-to spot for everything happening on and off the field.
Meet your hosts
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Kyle Duplacey is an avid sports fan who has been entrenched in Chicago sports for as far back as he can remember. His love for sports grew exponentially when Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls won the first of their second three-peat. He's been following the Bears, Bulls, Blackhawks, and Cubs since the late 90s, and proudly considers himself an obsessive sports fan.
For Kyle, Chicago sports mean the world. The heartbreak, disappointment, anxious anticipation, excitement, happiness, and tears are all an equal part of the journey — and he loves every minute of it. His passion for sports has helped create close friendships and unforgettable memories.
He sees Four Stars Chicago Sports as an opportunity to expand those relationships and experiences. The goal is to be part of a larger culture — a true Chicago sports community — and he invites everyone to be a part of it.
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Shawn Lugo was born and raised on the North Side of Chicago. For him, being a diehard fan of Chicago teams wasn’t a choice — it was a way of life. His deep passion for sports, especially Chicago sports, led to the creation of Four Stars Chicago Sports.
Shawn is driven by the conversations, the community, and the culture that sports create. He helped start FSCS to build something real — a place where fans could share their thoughts, debate big moments, and celebrate what makes Chicago’s sports scene so special. At the core of everything he does is a belief in the power of connection through sports.For Kyle, Chicago sports mean the world. The heartbreak, disappointment, anxious anticipation, excitement, happiness, and tears are all an equal part of the journey — and he loves every minute of it. His passion for sports has helped create close friendships and unforgettable memories.
He sees Four Stars Chicago Sports as an opportunity to expand those relationships and experiences. The goal is to be part of a larger culture — a true Chicago sports community — and he invites everyone to be a part of it.