​Watch “ABC7 Sports Overtime with Dionne Miller” live Fridays at 5:30 and 8:00 p.m., and Saturday mornings at 4:30 a.m. on ABC7 Chicago’s 24/7 stream. As we approach the MLB All-Star break, Chicago sports remain firmly in the playoff race, with two local teams in the mix. Dionne Miller sits down with Len Kasper of the White Sox and Ron Coomer of the Cubs to break down each club’s chances as we enter the second half of the season.
The Chicago Blackhawks faced a significant setback when Connor Bedard sustained an offseason injury, forcing him to miss the start of the season. Dionne talks with Charlie Roumeliotis of WGN Radio about the next steps for the Hawks and how they can navigate the coming months. In addition, the Bulls’ recent draft selections and their new head coach head to Las Vegas for Summer League, where insights from the players and coaching staff shed light on what fans can expect this season.
With the World Cup nearing its final stages, attention turns to the Chicago Fire FC as they prepare to return to the pitch. The team is adding a new player who should bolster their chances of becoming a legitimate playoff contender later in the year.
Dionne wraps up the show with closing thoughts focused on the MLB Draft, offering perspective on what the draft could mean for Chicago’s baseball landscape and beyond. This edition aims to deliver comprehensive updates, expert analysis, and the latest insider perspectives to help viewers understand where each local team stands as we move into the latter half of 2024.