CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast

MLB COVID Safety Protocol

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- MLB outlined their procedures to mitigate a COVID outbreak - Gut reaction to the Cubs' chances in a rules-shifting season Learn more about yo...

Mike Bryant Talks COVID-19 And Hitting With Us, MLB Owners Agree On Opening Day Start

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- We discuss Kris Bryant's training plans, COVID-19, and hitting philosophy with Mike Bryant- MLB owners agree on a plan to start the season in...

ESPN To Air KBO Baseball, MLB Opening Day Rumors

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- The Korean Baseball Organization will be televised in the US- Trevor Plouffe says MLB to begin Spring Training on June 10- Remembering when K...

Increasing Optimism That MLB Will Return "Soon"

28 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Jeff Passan reports that MLB returning this season is likely- Details about possible schedules, including a giant tournament Learn more about...

"The Last Dance," Cubs Edition

21 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you had to pick only one, what Cubs era would you most like to see in a documentary decades from now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

MLB Proposes "Arizona Or Bust" Scenario, Jon Lester Reflects On '16 World Series

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Jon Lester and Mike Napoli's take on Cubs '16 World Series experience- Ian Happ's spectacular content- MLB's "Arizona or bust" prop...

MLB Looking At KBO As A Template For Launching Season

07 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Javy Báez and José Berríos are quarantined - MLB is seeking a restart similar to the Korea Baseball Organization Learn more about your ad choices. ...

How We Became Cubs Fans

03 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Latest updates on COVID-19 as of April 2nd evening - How Corey and Brendan became Cubs fans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...

Talking With Brennen Davis About His Development, Plate Approach, And Cubs' Hitting Tech

30 Mar 2020

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Brennen Davis joins to talk about the Cubs' hitting infrastructure technology, plate approach, success, and development Learn more about your ad choic...

Brett Taylor Of Bleacher Nation Joins "Cubs Mount Rushmore" Discussion

27 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Reflecting on what would've been Opening Day- Who would be on the Cubs Mount Rushmore (Theo Epstein era)? Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Sheltering-In-Place With The 2016 NLDS And NLCS

24 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Brief updates on COVID-19 and the Cubs- Revisiting the 2016 NLDS and NLCS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...

COVID-19 Wreaking Havoc, Reminiscing About Game 1 Of 2016 NLDS

19 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Cubs projections in a shortened season- Reliving Game 1 of the 2016 NLDS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Coronavirus Pandemic Shuts MLB Down

13 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Si...

Alec Mills' Impressive Spring, Jon Lester's Cutter, And Nico Hoerner's Development

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Alec Mills' curveball and sinker- Jon Lester's cutter spin efficiency- Nico Hoerner's timeline and plate discipline- Craig Kimbrel's second s...

Craig Kimbrel's Spring Debut, Yu Darvish's Fastball Spin, And Cubs Lab Updates

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Craig Kimbrel's spring debut- Yu Darvish's fastball spin efficiency improvement- Tyler Chatwood's hopeful cutter- P.J. Higgins as potential 2...

Focused Cubs Off To Quality Spring Training Start

02 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Yu Darvish's 98 mph spring debut- Update on bullpen candidates- David Bote's noticeable adjustments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

Leadoff Hitter Kris Bryant, Albert Almora's New Swing, And Bullpen's Spring Debut

25 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Kris Bryant will be the Opening Day leadoff hitter (and for sometime thereafter)- Albert Almora's visibly different new swing- Many Cubs bull...

Kris Bryant Wants To Stay With Cubs, Javy Báez Says '18-'19 Teams Lacked Preparation

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Cubs position players report to camp- Kris Bryant addresses grievance and desire to stay with Cubs- Javy Báez discusses team's lack of prepa...

Cubs Pitchers And Catchers Report To Spring Training

11 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Tyler Chatwood appears to be likely fifth starter- Tommy Hottovy's report on the new pitch lab infrastructure - Brandon Morrow status for Ope...

Kris Bryant Loses Grievance, Pedro Strop Signs With Reds

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Kris Bryant's grievance loss- Reaction to Pedro Strop signing with the Reds- Cubs infield depth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

Reaction To Jeremy Jeffress And Steven Souza Jr. Signings And Departure Of Nick Castellanos

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Cubs first MLB signings of offseason- Nick Castellanos' departure- David Ross' clean shaven look Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

Cubs Convention Wrap-Up: Quotes And Updates

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- David Ross addresses media at Cubs Con- Theo Epstein speaks about Kris Bryant trade rumors- Anthony Rizzo voices his opinion about contract e...

Update On Cubs Payroll After Arbitration, Tom Ricketts Opts Out Of Cubs Con Panel

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Cubs settle arbitration salaries- Tom Ricketts' handling of Cubs public image- Nolan Arenado Cubs rumors Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Happy Birthday, Jon Lester And Kris Bryant

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Anthony Rizzo's trade anniversary- Jon Lester and Kris Bryant's birthdays- Balancing pessimism and optimism- Second base and centerfield void...

Cubs Decade In Review

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topic:- Key moments of the decade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

Why Cubs Might Cut Payroll

24 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Goals of "resetting" the luxury tax by slashing payroll- Cubs' WAR total already tops in NL Central- Look back on best decade regul...

Theo Epstein Says "Status Quo Not A Bad Option"

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Theo's comments about potential for few moves- Anthony Rizzo's stalled extension talks- Roster depth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

Kris Bryant Trade Rumors Begin Winter Meetings

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Kris Bryant trade rumors and grievance resolution- Willson Contreras trade rumors- The need to move money to make a deal- Nick Castellanos as...

A Busy MLB Tender Deadline

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics: - Addison Russell non-tendered - Albert Almora tendered - Kevin Pillar, Kevin Gausman, Jose Peraza, and Blake Treinen among notable names non-...

Whit Merrifield Trade Rumors And Cubs Trade Candidates

26 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Kevin Rizzo- Jharel Cotton Acquisition- Cubs targeting Whit Merrifield- Comfort level trading certain Cubs Learn more about your ad choices. ...

Explicit Episode #2: Christian Yelich Calls Out Yu Darvish

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Christian Yelich is a prick- Yu Darvish is thankful for past failures- Javy Báez extension talks start- Albert Almora's role in 2020 Learn m...

Willson Contreras and Kris Bryant Trade Rumors

12 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Yu Darvish's Twitter game- Coaching hires- Willson Contreras and Kris Bryant trade rumors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...

Cubs 2020 Payroll, Free Agency Begins

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- World series nostalgia- Cubs decline several player options- Cubs 2020 payroll projections- Free agency begins Learn more about your ad choic...

David Ross Introduced As Cubs Manager

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- David Ross' introductory press conference- Kris Bryant's grievance case against Cubs- Important deadlines immediately after the World Series ...

Emergency Pod: David Ross Is Your New Chicago Cubs Manager

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Gut reactions to the David Ross hire- Ross' in-game managerial philosophies- Reasons Ross was chosen over Espada Learn more about your ad cho...

Cubs Interview Joe Espada A Second Time, Front Office Massively Overhauled

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Cubs three-year pennant anniversary- Joe Espada's second interview- Cubs massive front office overhaul Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Cubs Interview Potential Managers Joe Girardi, David Ross, and Joe Espada

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics: - Cubs manager search- Joe Espada's interview- Carlos Beltran's declining Cubs interview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

Cubs Start Manager Interviews, Mark Loretta Says Cubs Need Structure

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Theo Epstein's end-of-season press conference- Cubs started interviewing potential managers- Mark Loretta said Cubs need more structure- Joe ...

Thank You, Joe Maddon

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Joe Maddon's departure- David Ross' managerial candidacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more abou...

The Explicit Episode: Cubs Eliminated From Playoffs

27 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Front office failures- Hundreds of millions of dollars lost in development- Theo Epstein's thoughts about missing the playoffs Learn more abo...

Cubs Maximize Pain, Swept By Cardinals

23 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topic:- Instant reaction to last season series at Wrigley Field Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about ...

Cubs Lose Another Series Against Reds, Fall 3 Games Back In Division With Cardinals Series Next

19 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Frustration over losing Reds series- Cardinals four-game series preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices ...

Cubs' 47 Runs Sweep Pirates Despite Anthony Rizzo's Ankle Injury

16 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- 47-run franchise series record- Anthony Rizzo's ankle injury- 2 game division deficit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....

Theo Epstein Voices Frustration After 'Uninspiring' Cubs Blow Padres Series

13 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Theo Epstein's comments about Cubs' underachieving season- Nico Hoerner's MLB debut- Cubs' blown chances against Padres Learn more about your...

Cubs Fall 4.5 Games Back In NL Central After Losing Three Straight Against Milwaukee

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Emotions of Cubs falling 4.5 games back of St. Louis - Javy Báez's fractured thumb- Kris Bryant's lingering knee injury- Joe Maddon's decisi...

Ben Zobrist & Willson Contreras Return Ahead Of Milwaukee Brewers Series

04 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Willson Contreras and Ben Zobrist's return- Kris Bryant's knee injury- Kyle Schwarber's adjustment that led to hot stretch- Milwaukee Brewers...

Cubs Shutout In Back-to-Back Games & Rosters Expand

02 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Ben Zobrist (on 7 others) back - Cubs shutout in final two games of Brewers series- Jason Heyward's massive slump- Yu Darvish and Javy Báez'...

Cubs Sweep Stroman, Syndergaard, and DeGrom

30 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Yu Darvish's 8-inning gem and new curveball- Javy Báez's hot bat against the Mets- Kyle Schwarber's opposite-field approach- Cubs bullpen pi...

Cubs Swept 2.5 Games Back In Division By Nationals

26 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Javy Báez's slump- Anthony Rizzo's back injury- Willson Contreras' effect on offense- Upcoming Mets series Learn more about your ad ...

First-Place Cubs Sweep Giants And Get A "Season-Defining" Win

23 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics:- Anthony Rizzo's power- Clutch Kris Bryant's game-winning homer - Cubs 12-11 "season-defining" win- Nicholas Castellanos' love for t...

Cubs Win First Road Series In 3 Months

19 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Jose Quintana's improvements- Anthony Rizzo's power- Albert Almora's demotion- Bullpen injury updates Learn more about your ad choice...

Cubs Get Swept By Bryce Harper's Grand Slam

16 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Yu Darvish's excellent 92-pitch outing- Joe Maddon's bullpen management- Cubs persisting roster problems- The Statcast era and the Cu...

Clutch Kris Bryant's Home Run Splits Reds, More Bullpen Injuries

12 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Clutch Kris Bryant- Cole Hamels post-injury​ - Our confidence in Cubs starting pitching - Rowan Wick and Duane Underwood Jr.'s bull...

Ian Happ And Kyle Schwarber Heating Up, Cubs 3 Games Ahead In First Place

08 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Ian Happ's grand slam- Kyle Schwarber's last 50 plate appearances- Craig Kimbrel and Brandon Kintzler's injuries- Jon Lester's dud- R...

Jason Heyward Leads Cubs Sweep Over Milwaukee Brewers

05 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Jason Heyward's success at leadoff- Yu Darvish's ace-like outings - Willson Contreras' injury and Cubs catching depth- Ben Zobrist's ...

Joe Maddon Says It's "Big Boy Time," Cubs Lose Another Road Series

02 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Joe Maddon's decisions not matching his talk - Strong starting pitching- Cubs road series woes- Corey and Brendan venting Learn more ...

Emergency Pod: Cubs Acquire Nick Castellanos, Tony Kemp, David Phelps, and Brad Wieck

01 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Trade deadline chaos- Nick Castellanos' role- Tony Kemp's utility- David Phelp's post-surgery performance- Carl Edwards Jr.'s need fo...

Kyle Schwarber's Grand Slam Salvages Brewers Series, Trade Deadline Looms

29 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Kyle Schwarber's two-homer game- Ian Happ's promotion- Looming trade deadline- Upcoming vital series against the St. Louis Cardinals ...

Ian Happ On Fire In AAA, Addison Russell Demoted

25 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Addison Russell's demotion- Kris Bryant's injury update- Albert Almora batting fifth- Cubs bullpen depth Learn more about your ad cho...

Cubs Targeting Outfielder Nick Castellanos and Closer Shane Greene

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Cubs targeting Nicholas Castellanos and Shane Greene- Albert Almora, David Bote, and Addison Russell's miscues- Ian Happ's timeline- Joe Maddon feelin...

Yuuuu Darvish & Kris Bryant Deliver Cubs Series Win Over Reds

18 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Yu Darvish's first win at Wrigley field- Kris Bryant's clutch hits against Reds- Albert Almora batting leadoff- Adbert Alzolay injure...

The Jon Lester Show, Cubs Sweep Pirates

15 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Jon Lester's homer and winning effort against Pirates- Yu Darvish's ace-like attitude - Jason Heyward's consistently good offense- Sc...

First-Half Recap Part 2 of 2: Pitchers

12 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Starting pitching depth- Yu Darvish's command- Injury updates- Bullpen needs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

First-Half Recap Part 1 of 2: Hitters

11 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include: - Recap of Cubs top offensive performers- First-half positives- Kris Bryant's pace to match MVP year and numbers with runners in scori...

Cubs Minor League Breakdown With Bryan Smith Of Bleacher Nation

09 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Adbert Alzolay's changeup - Nico Hoerner's timeline and increased power- Brailyn Marquez's future as a starting pitcher- Miguel Amaya...

Cubs Offense Lacks "Edge" Going Into All-Star Break

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Joe Maddon's harsh words about offense lacking "edge"- Transactional solutions for the offense - Reactions to the first hal...

Theo Epstein Says "Changes Obviously Called For" If Losing Continues

05 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Theo Epstein's harsh words about the losing streak- Joe Maddon's hot seat- Cubs answering with a win in the last game of their series...

Reconciling 'Production Over Talent' With Daniel Descalso's Playing Time, Third Straight Year of Poor Hitting with RISP

01 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Daniel Descalso's performance is worse than replacement level, but he keeps playing - Cubs lack of hitting with runners in scoring po...

Willson Contreras Named All-Star While Tyler Flowers Can't Stop Commenting

28 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Craig Kimbrel's Cubs debut and save- Willson Contreras and Javy Báez named All-Star starters- Tyler Flowers acts like a putz and get...

Adbert Alzolay Tips Cap in MLB Debut, Javy Báez's Homer Splits Mets Series

24 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:1. Adbert Alzolay's impressive MLB debut2. Javy Báez's three-run homer to salvage Mets series split3. Bullpen with Kimbrel arriving so...

Adbert Alzolay Called Up, Bottom Of The Order Inconsistencies

20 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Adbert Alzolay called up and likely to make MLB debut against the New York Mets- Willson Contreras' grand slam to propel Cubs towards...

Yu Darvish Excels Despite Cubs Dropping 3 of 4 Against Dodgers

17 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Yu Darvish's excellent outing against the Dodgers - Anthony Rizzo's clutch two-run blast that gave the Cubs a 2-1 win- Adbert Alzolay...

Cole Hamels' Gem and Javy Báez's Stare-Down Homer Salvage Rockies Series

13 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Cole Hamels' successful stretch- Cubs/Rockies exchanging hit by pitches- Javy Báez's pimp-job homer- Dodgers series preview Learn mo...

Cubs Sweep Cardinals Ahead of West 'Jon Lester Theme' Road Trip

10 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Cubs sweeping the now below .500 St. Louis Cardinals- Cole Hamels brilliant 10K outing- Jon Lester's rebound outing in the second gam...

Cubs Debut Carlos Gonzalez, Sign Craig Kimbrel, and Get Back Pedro Strop

07 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Carlos Gonzalez's Cubs debut- Signing of Craig Kimbrel- Yu Darvish's impressive outing- Continued success by starting rotation Learn ...

Starters Solid But Offense Falls Short As Cubs Swept By Cardinals

03 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Poor offense against Cardinals- Lack of hitting with runners in scoring position- Craig Kimbrel rumors- Strong pitching performances ...

Bote Stays Hot, Schwarber's Stability at Leadoff, and Hamels/Lester Struggle in Houston

30 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Kris Bryant's return from a scary collision with Jason Heyward- Kyle Schwarber's stability atop the lineup and its effects- David Bot...

Cubs Drop Another Series to Reds, Bullpen Problems Persist

27 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Cubs defensive mishaps- Yu Darvish's 108-pitch, 7+ inning outing against the Reds- Updates to Kris Bryant's injury- Reds recap- Astro...

Albert Almora Heats Up, Javy Walks It Off, Rizzo Hits The D

24 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Jake Arrieta's return to Wrigley Field- Javy Báez's walk-off hit - Yu Darvish's solid outing- Kyle Schwarber's success at leadoff- A...

Kris Bryant's Statement Game, Schwarber Leading Off, Second Base Situation, & The Bullpen

20 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Kris Bryant's three-homer​ game- Kyle Schwarber's role as a leadoff man- David Bote, Addison Russell, and Daniel Descalso at second...

Yu Darvish Impresses By Striking Out Eleven, Joe Maddon Trying New Leadoff Hitters

17 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Yu Darvish's 11 strikeout outing against the Reds- Kyle Hendricks' third consecutive spectacular start- Jason Heyward's slump- Cubs l...

Clutch Jon Lester Wins Brewers Series, Kris Bryant Remains Hot

13 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include:- Cubs/Brewers and Cubs/Cardinals rivalries- Jon Lester's MLB best ERA and another clutch performance- Kris Bryant's hot stretch - Appr...

Bryzzo On Fire, Cubs Win 10 Of Last 11 Games

10 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include Kris Bryant Anthony Rizzo's scorching stretch, injury updates to Pedro Strop and Mike Montgomery, Yu Darvish, and other roster moves. L...

Say Hello to the First Place Cubs, Cardinals Swept at Wrigley

06 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is one of those episodes, folks. The Cubs just swept the Cardinals. Corey and Brendan touch on every topic related to the Cardinals smackdown (e....

Cubs Offense Powers Up, Sweep Mariners

02 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include the scorching Cubs offense -- Willson Contreras, Javy Báez, Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, and Kyle Schwarber, in particular,​ are high...

Kris Bryant and David Bote Power Cubs Past D'Backs, Finish With 15-Inning Thriller

29 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include Kris Bryant and David Bote's scorching series in the desert and Tyler Chatwood's heroic efforts to seal off a series victory against th...

Javy Báez Keeps Improving, Jason Heyward Still Blasting Homers, & Cubs Take Series Against Dodgers

26 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include Javy Báez's hot start to the season (on pace for +55 homers), Jason Heyward's encouraging stretch, and highlights from the Cubs' serie...

Bote's Walk-Off Winner, Vintage Hendricks, & Lester/Morrow Injury Updates

22 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include a live reaction to David Bote walking the Cubs off, discussion about Kyle Hendricks' vintage outing against the DBacks, and injury upda...

Cole Hamels and Jose Quintana Brilliant Again as Cubs Sweep Marlins

18 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include Jose Quintana's top-tier whiff rate, Cole Hamels' exceptional command, Javy Baez's hot stretch, and Willson Contreras' league-best powe...

State of the Cubs Bullpen, Willson Contreras Mashing, Bryant's Slump

15 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Evan Altman of CubsInsider.com joins Corey and Brendan to discuss the state of the Cubs bullpen (i.e., possible solutions and source of problems), Wil...

Jason Heyward's Bat On Fire, Jon Lester To 10-Day IL, & Cubs Pitching Trending In Right Direction

12 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include Jason Heyward's hot start to the 2019 season, Victor Caratini's hand injury, and the lower portion of the batting order doing damage. L...

Carl Edwards Jr.'s Demotion & Mike Montgomery's Injury Brings Bullpen Reinforcements, Cubs Lose Another Series to Milwaukee

08 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include Carl Edwards Jr.'s demotion and Mike Montgomery's injury that brought Allen Webster and Kyle Ryan to the bigs. Corey and Brendan also t...

'Urgent' Cubs Lose Fifth Straight, Bullpen In Flames

05 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include the Cubs disastrous 1-5 start, lack of a bullpen, encouraging offensive trends, and our level of confidence for the rest of the season....

Cubs Bullpen Struggles As Offense Surges In The Opening Series

01 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include the Rangers series recap, a breakdown of the Cubs offense in its first three games, bullpen struggles, and a preview of the upcoming Br...

Happy Chicago Cubs Opening Day, Season Preview Finale

28 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's back, folks. Topics include a complete Chicago Cubs series preview of the Texas Rangers series, trends that Corey and Brendan are monitoring, fin...

Chicago Cubs Season Preview Part One, Bleacher Nation's Michael Cerami Joins Episode

25 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation joins Brendan and Corey to preview the 2019 season. Topics include Ian Happ's demotion, predictions for the 2019 sea...

Looking Ahead to Extending Cubs Players, Pitching Injury Updates

22 Mar 2019

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Topics include extensions for young Cubs players, Darvish's blister, and injury updates to the bullpen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

Albert Almora and David Bote Continue Encouraging Springs, Morrow & Strop's Injury Updates Are Positive

18 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include Albert Almora and David Bote's encouraging start to Spring Training -- and more importantly what their roles could look like if they ha...

Cubs Bullpen Faces Setbacks Two Weeks Before Opening Day

14 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include Pedro Strop's minor hamstring injury and the rest of the Chicago Cubs bullpen now that a few others have experienced setbacks. Learn mo...

Willson Contreras' Spring Power, Nico Hoerner Impressive Spring, & David Bote's Role

11 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Topics include Willson Contreras' powerful Spring Training, Nico Hoerner's impressive stretch with the big-league club, and David Bote's role when Add...