CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast

Topics include:- Cole Hamels' successful stretch- Cubs/Rockies exchanging hit by pitches- Javy Báez's pimp-job homer- Dodgers series preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include:- Cubs sweeping the now below .500 St. Louis Cardinals- Cole Hamels brilliant 10K outing- Jon Lester's rebound outing in the second game of the series- Kyle Schwarber continuing to perform at leadoff- Jon Lester themed trip Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include:- Carlos Gonzalez's Cubs debut- Signing of Craig Kimbrel- Yu Darvish's impressive outing- Continued success by starting rotation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include:- Poor offense against Cardinals- Lack of hitting with runners in scoring position- Craig Kimbrel rumors- Strong pitching performances by Quintana, Darvish, and Hamels Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include:- Kris Bryant's return from a scary collision with Jason Heyward- Kyle Schwarber's stability atop the lineup and its effects- David Bote's two-homer game and hot stretch- Albert Almora's power- Jon Lester and Cole Hamels' recent poor outings- St. Louis Cardinals series preview$10 OFF your SeatGeek purchase for any event (e.g., sports games, concerts, etc.) by using promo code CUBSRELATED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include:- Cubs defensive mishaps- Yu Darvish's 108-pitch, 7+ inning outing against the Reds- Updates to Kris Bryant's injury- Reds recap- Astros preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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- Albert Almora's hot stretch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 base- Steve Cishek and the bullpen- Philadelphia Phillies series preview (Jake Arrieta Monday night!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include:- Yu Darvish's 11 strikeout outing against the Reds- Kyle Hendricks' third consecutive spectacular start- Jason Heyward's slump- Cubs leadoff spot- Kyle Schwarber's recent patience - Upcoming series against the Washington Nationals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include:- Cubs/Brewers and Cubs/Cardinals rivalries- Jon Lester's MLB best ERA and another clutch performance- Kris Bryant's hot stretch - Appreciation for Willson ContrerasUse promo code CUBSRELATED for $10 off your Seat Geek purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include Kris Bryant Anthony Rizzo's scorching stretch, injury updates to Pedro Strop and Mike Montgomery, Yu Darvish, and other roster moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.g., Javy Baez, Kris Bryant, Willson Contreras, Kyle Hendricks, Jose Quintana, and the bullpen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the scorching Cubs offense -- Willson Contreras, Javy Báez, Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, and Kyle Schwarber, in particular,​ are highlighted -- and the upcoming series at Wrigley Field where the Chicago Cubs take on the St. Louis Cardinals for NL Central division ground. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 the Arizona Diamondbacks.$10 OFF your SeatGeek purchase for any event (e.g., sports games, concerts, etc.) by using promo code CUBSRELATED. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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' series victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include a live reaction to David Bote walking the Cubs off, discussion about Kyle Hendricks' vintage outing against the DBacks, and injury updates for Brandon Morrow and Jon Lester. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include Jose Quintana's top-tier whiff rate, Cole Hamels' exceptional command, Javy Baez's hot stretch, and Willson Contreras' league-best power numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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), Willson Contreras' hot stretch, and Kris Bryant's​ slump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. Listeners of Cubs Related: A Chicago Cubs podcast can use promo code CUBSRELATED for $10 off your SeatGeek purchase -- sports events, concerts, whatever event you want to attend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 talk about the series loss to the Milwaukee Brewers just ahead of Opening Day at Wrigley Field.Use promo code CUBSRELATED for $10 off your first SeatGeek purchase (seatgeek.com). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Braves series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's back, folks. Topics include a complete Chicago Cubs series preview of the Texas Rangers series, trends that Corey and Brendan are monitoring, final roster spots, and bold predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation joins Brendan and Corey to preview the 2019 season. Topics include Ian Happ's demotion, predictions for the 2019 season, thoughts on the 2018-2019 offseason, Javy Baez's projections, Kyle Schwarber's improvements, and Albert Almora's opportunity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include extensions for young Cubs players, Darvish's blister, and injury updates to the bullpen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include Albert Almora and David Bote's encouraging start to Spring Training -- and more importantly what their roles could look like if they have successful starts this season -- as well as updates of Brandon Morrow and Pedro Strop's injuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include Willson Contreras' powerful Spring Training, Nico Hoerner's impressive stretch with the big-league club, and David Bote's role when Addison Russell returns from suspension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the back of the bullpen -- specifically Tyler Chatwood, Dillon Maples, and Carl Edwards Jr. -- the opening day rotation, and encouraging trends from this week in Spring Training. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include Yu Darvish's optimism about his first two Spring Training Starts, the recap of the starting rotation spring debuts, and the offense's strong start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cubs.com beat writer Jordan Bastian joins the episode to talk about his thoughts from the first week of Spring training. Joe Maddon's "millennial" attitude, Anthony Iapoce's batting drills, and Kris Bryant's "revenge tour" are discussed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include first impressions from Spring Training (e.g., David Bote, Yu Darvish, etc.), Jon Lester's leadership role, and the PECOTA projections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the proposed rule changes (pitch clock, NL DH, etc.) and pitchers/catchers reporting to Mesa on February 13. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the Cubs minor bullpen additions, Yu Darvish's health, and disrespect towards Rizzo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the recent rumor connecting David Bote to the Padres and all arb-eligible​ players agreeing to deals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include David Ross and Mark DeRosa's candidacy​ for the new Cubs bench coach vacancy, as well as the report that Kris Bryant's offseason regime sounds like his shoulder injury is a thing of the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the rumor of JT Realmuto and Willson Contreras' future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the recent report that the Cubs are in the mix for Bryce Harper, and Jon Lester finishes 4th in Cy Young voting and Javy Baez finishes 2nd in MVP voting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the numerous reports that the Cubs don't have the money to land Harper or Machado. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the 2019 Cubs payroll, which is likely to be higher than the luxury tax threshold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the new Cubs hitting coach Anthony Iapoce and Joe Maddon's agent emphasizing Maddon wants an extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cubs top prospect Dakota Mekkes talks with CubsInsider.com's Evan Altman about the big pitcher's future, mindset, and successful year with AA and AAA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the firing of Chili Davis and where that positions the Cubs for the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the Cubs Wild Card Game loss to the Colorado Rockies, post-mortem reactions, and Theo Epstein's season-ending press conference in which he said the Cubs lacked urgency for 162 games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Cubs are in the Wild Card Game. This is a ​reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's one topic: Game 163 for the NL Central crown. Let's go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the huge deal that is the Cubs fourth straight trip to the playoffs, Jon Lester's legend, encouraging player trends, and the upcoming division-deciding series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include Addison Russell's leave of absence, Kyle Hendricks' vintage performances, and the last week of the regular season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include the impressive series win against the Diamondbacks, state of the team after enduring 30 straight work days, Montgomery's encouraging performances, and Morrow's injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topics include Joe Maddon's decision to bat Pedro Strop that led to injury, Brandon Morrow and Jason Heyward returning, and the final two weeks of the regular season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.