The Chicago Cubs fell short of their 2025 goals, losing Game 5 of the NLDS to the Milwaukee Brewers, and now all eyes are on Jed Hoyer to build a stronger roster for 2026. In this episode of CHGO Cubs Related, hosts Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller break down what went wrong this season — from roster construction to late-season struggles — and what must change this winter. Could Kyle Tucker be part of the Cubs’ 2026 plans alongside Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson, Matt Shaw, Michael Busch, and Nico Hoerner? Tune in for an in-depth offseason preview and analysis of what’s next for the Chicago Cubs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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