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The official Cubbies Crib show, featuring Fansided writers Alex Patt and Adam McGinnis. We occasionally bring on special guests to discuss certain Cubs-related topics with us. Check out cubbiescrib.com/

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Episode 124: Cubs Make Some Trades -- The Crew Signs Off

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 66:37


An emotional episode as Alex and Adam say goodbye to the show after several years of working it. They discuss the Cubs moves at the trade deadline, Cubs memories, and MORE! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 124: Cubs Make Some Trades -- The Crew Signs Off

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 66:38


An emotional episode as Alex and Adam say goodbye to the show after several years of working it. They discuss the Cubs moves at the trade deadline, Cubs memories, and MORE!

Episode 123: Cubs ups and downs -- Looking ahead to Crosstown Series

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2020 55:50


The boys discuss the up and down week for the Chicago Cubs as they took on both the Brewers and Cardinals. They also look ahead to the upcoming crosstown series with the White Sox. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 123: Cubs ups and downs -- Looking ahead to Crosstown Series

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2020 55:50


The boys discuss the up and down week for the Chicago Cubs as they took on both the Brewers and Cardinals. They also look ahead to the upcoming crosstown series with the White Sox.

Episode 122: Cubs Start 9-2 -- David Ross so far so good

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 51:21


The boys discuss the hot start by the Chicago Cubs and evaluate how manager David Ross has looked so far in this very odd season. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 122: Cubs Start 9-2 -- David Ross so far so good

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 51:21


The boys discuss the hot start by the Chicago Cubs and evaluate how manager David Ross has looked so far in this very odd season.

Episode 121: Cubs begin 2020 on strong note -- Bullpen woes

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2020 61:18


The crew discusses the solid start by the Chicago Cubs in their 60-game 2020 season. They talk both positives and negatives...and even discuss Spongebob memes! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 121: Cubs begin 2020 on strong note -- Bullpen woes

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2020 61:18


The crew discusses the solid start by the Chicago Cubs in their 60-game 2020 season. They talk both positives and negatives...and even discuss Spongebob memes!

Episode 120: Your 2020 Chicago Cubs have arrived!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 64:16


Alex and Cubbies Crib site expert Jake Misener discuss the upcoming 2020 Chicago Cubs season. How confident are the guys in this team? Listen and find out! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 120: Your 2020 Chicago Cubs have arrived!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 64:17


Alex and Cubbies Crib site expert Jake Misener discuss the upcoming 2020 Chicago Cubs season. How confident are the guys in this team? Listen and find out!

Episode 119: Scrimmages at Wrigley -- Why is Kyle Hendricks so underrated??

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 61:37


The boys get together to discuss the scrimmage games the Cubs are playing to get ready for the season. They also discuss Rizzo's back issues, Kyle Hendricks, and wonder why the whole world is possibly made of cake. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 119: Scrimmages at Wrigley -- Why is Kyle Hendricks so underrated??

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 61:37


The boys get together to discuss the scrimmage games the Cubs are playing to get ready for the season. They also discuss Rizzo's back issues, Kyle Hendricks, and wonder why the whole world is possibly made of cake. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy!

Episode 118: Cubs Summer Camp Begins -- Pitching Situation

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 63:13


Alex is joined by Cubbies Crib site expert Jake Misener as they discuss the first week of the Chicago Cubs preseason summer camp. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 118: Cubs Summer Camp Begins -- Pitching Situation

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 63:13


Alex is joined by Cubbies Crib site expert Jake Misener as they discuss the first week of the Chicago Cubs preseason summer camp.

Episode 117: Cubs initial "Summer Camp" roster -- More COVID concerns

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 52:37


The boys discuss the initial roster for the Chicago Cubs as they head into camp. They also discuss some of the concerns they have regarding the situation with the pandemic. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 117: Cubs initial "Summer Camp" roster -- More COVID concerns

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 52:38


The boys discuss the initial roster for the Chicago Cubs as they head into camp. They also discuss some of the concerns they have regarding the situation with the pandemic.

Episode 116: Return of Baseball!! -- Concerns about 2020

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 61:11


After the implementation of the 2020 baseball season, the boys discuss what the season is going to look like. They also discuss the short season will impact the Chicago Cubs and what kind of concerns loom as they get ready to play ball. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 116: Return of Baseball!! -- Concerns about 2020

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 61:12


After the implementation of the 2020 baseball season, the boys discuss what the season is going to look like. They also discuss the short season will impact the Chicago Cubs and what kind of concerns loom as they get ready to play ball.

Episode 115: Reviewing the Cubs 2020 Draft Picks

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 48:07


The boys sit down and discuss the Chicago Cubs 2020 draft class and how they fit into the organization. They get some opinions from other Cubs writers and break down each drafted player. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 115: Reviewing the Cubs 2020 Draft Picks

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 48:07


The boys sit down and discuss the Chicago Cubs 2020 draft class and how they fit into the organization. They get some opinions from other Cubs writers and break down each drafted player.

Mini Episode: Long Gone Summer reaction

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 19:32


Alex gives a quick reaction to the ESPN 30 for 30 documentary, The Long Gone Summer. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Mini Episode: Long Gone Summer reaction

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2020 19:33


Alex gives a quick reaction to the ESPN 30 for 30 documentary, The Long Gone Summer.

Episode 114: Bring Back Sammy Sosa? -- Who will the Cubs Draft?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2020 66:06


Alex and Adam welcome back Cubbies Crib writer Brian Johnston to the show to discuss Sammy Sosa and the mixed feelings people have regarding a reunion with the Cubs. The boys also get to take a quick peak at the first round pick of the Cubs draft. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 114: Bring Back Sammy Sosa? -- Who will the Cubs Draft?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 66:07


Alex and Adam welcome back Cubbies Crib writer Brian Johnston to the show to discuss Sammy Sosa and the mixed feelings people have regarding a reunion with the Cubs. The boys also get to take a quick peak at the first round pick of the Cubs draft.

Episode 113: Cubs One-Year Wonders -- Cubs Rain Dance

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 73:04


The crew discusses some "one-year wonders" that played for the Chicago Cubs. They also discuss the latest news, some more Game Seven Memories, and MORE! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 113: Cubs One-Year Wonders -- Cubs Rain Dance

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 73:05


The crew discusses some "one-year wonders" that played for the Chicago Cubs. They also discuss the latest news, some more Game Seven Memories, and MORE!

Episode 112: Kerry Wood talk -- Site Expert Jake Misener's interview with ESPN's Tim Kurkjian

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 57:15


Alex and Adam are joined by Cubbies Crib site expert Jake Misener as he discusses an interview he conducted with ESPN baseball analyst Tim Kurkjian. The crew discusses Kerry Wood, Mark Prior and MORE! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 112: Kerry Wood talk -- Site Expert Jake Misener's interview with ESPN's Tim Kurkjian

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 57:16


Alex and Adam are joined by Cubbies Crib site expert Jake Misener as he discusses an interview he conducted with ESPN baseball analyst Tim Kurkjian. The crew discusses Kerry Wood, Mark Prior and MORE!

Episode 111: Topics from the Fans! -- Sammy Sosa Documentary

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 29:12


Alex flies solo as he lets the fans on Twitter decide what he talks about on this episode. He also brings up the latest developing story regarding the 2020 season which is still on hold and the announcement of the upcoming ESPN 30-for-30 on Sammy Sosa and the home run race. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 111: Topics from the Fans! -- Sammy Sosa Documentary

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 29:13


Alex flies solo as he lets the fans on Twitter decide what he talks about on this episode. He also brings up the latest developing story regarding the 2020 season which is still on hold and the announcement of the upcoming ESPN 30-for-30 on Sammy Sosa and the home run race.

Episode 110: A New MLB Proposal -- 2012 Cubs Stories

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 49:01


The boys discuss the latest proposal MLB has reportedly put together to try to salvage the season in 2020. Would the Chicago Cubs fare well in these new divisions? All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 110: A New MLB Proposal -- 2012 Cubs Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020 49:01


The boys discuss the latest proposal MLB has reportedly put together to try to salvage the season in 2020. Would the Chicago Cubs fare well in these new divisions? All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy!

Episode 109: Who should get the next Wrigley statue? -- Bears QB woes

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 51:17


The crew discusses great Cubs players of the past who have yet to have a statue erected outside the Friendly Confines. They also discuss Michael Jordan and his day playing at Wrigley as well as some NFL draft stuff at the end...because there is not much baseball going on. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 109: Who should get the next Wrigley statue? -- Bears QB woes

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2020 51:18


The crew discusses great Cubs players of the past who have yet to have a statue erected outside the Friendly Confines. They also discuss Michael Jordan and his day playing at Wrigley as well as some NFL draft stuff at the end...because there is not much baseball going on.

Episode 108: Classic Cubs Regular Season Memories

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2020 47:46


Alex and Adam welcome their good buddy Brandon on the show to talk about some great Chicago Cubs regular season memories. From Sammy Sosa's #62nd homer, to Jake Arrieta's no hitter in Los Angeles. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 108: Classic Cubs Regular Season Memories

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 47:46


Alex and Adam welcome their good buddy Brandon on the show to talk about some great Chicago Cubs regular season memories. From Sammy Sosa's #62nd homer, to Jake Arrieta's no hitter in Los Angeles. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy!

Episode 107: Season in Arizona? -- Missing 2016

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2020 49:22


The boys talk about the most recent proposals to salvage the 2020 baseball season. They also take some trips down memory lane and look back at players we miss from 2016. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 107: Season in Arizona? -- Missing 2016

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2020 49:22


The boys talk about the most recent proposals to salvage the 2020 baseball season. They also take some trips down memory lane and look back at players we miss from 2016.

Episode 106: The Opening Day that Wasn't -- Baseball on CHRISTMAS?!

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2020 46:40


Today was supposed to be Opening Day, 2020. Unfortunately that has to be put on hold. The boys still get on the podcast and talk about the Chicago Cubs, baseball scheduling and old Opening Day memories. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 106: The Opening Day that Wasn't -- Baseball on CHRISTMAS?!

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 46:40


Today was supposed to be Opening Day, 2020. Unfortunately that has to be put on hold. The boys still get on the podcast and talk about the Chicago Cubs, baseball scheduling and old Opening Day memories.

Episode 105: A Week Into No Baseball -- 2016 World Series Memories

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2020 47:55


The current situation in the world has no baseball being played until further notice. The Cubbies Crib Crew reflects on what has transpired and what we could see in the future. They also look to the past and recall some of the big moments from the 2016 World Series. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 105: A Week Into No Baseball -- 2016 World Series Memories

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 47:55


The current situation in the world has no baseball being played until further notice. The Cubbies Crib Crew reflects on what has transpired and what we could see in the future. They also look to the past and recall some of the big moments from the 2016 World Series.

Special Episode: 2020 MLB Season Suspended -- Cubs Fan Reaction

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2020 22:23


The 2020 MLB season has been suspended due to the growing Coronavirus concerns. Alex takes to the podcast to quickly discuss. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Special Episode: 2020 MLB Season Suspended -- Cubs Fan Reaction

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2020 22:23


The 2020 MLB season has been suspended due to the growing Coronavirus concerns. Alex takes to the podcast to quickly discuss.

Episode 104: Hendricks or Darvish? -- Hot/Cold Spring

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2020 62:30


The boys discuss the latest happenings Chicago Cubs camp as the regular season draws near. They also place friendly wagers, discuss roster spots, and MORE! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 104: Hendricks or Darvish? -- Hot/Cold Spring

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020 62:31


The boys discuss the latest happenings Chicago Cubs camp as the regular season draws near. They also place friendly wagers, discuss roster spots, and MORE!

Episode 103: Spring Training Games Start -- Early Predictions

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2020 67:23


The Chicago Cubs are into their spring training schedule and the crew jumps on the podcast to break it down. Also more talk on season predictions, the NL Central, Marquee Sports Net, and MORE! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 103: Spring Training Games Start -- Early Predictions

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2020 67:23


The Chicago Cubs are into their spring training schedule and the crew jumps on the podcast to break it down. Also more talk on season predictions, the NL Central, Marquee Sports Net, and MORE!

Episode 102: Camp Kristopher -- "A piece of metal!?"

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2020 50:01


Spring training has officially begun for the Chicago Cubs. Kris Bryant is the biggest topic of conversation as the crew gets ready for 2020 under new manager David Ross. Also...Rob Manfred and the Astros are getting no mercy from other players and fans around baseball. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Episode 102: Camp Kristopher -- "A piece of metal!?"

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2020 50:02


Spring training has officially begun for the Chicago Cubs. Kris Bryant is the biggest topic of conversation as the crew gets ready for 2020 under new manager David Ross. Also...Rob Manfred and the Astros are getting no mercy from other players and fans around baseball. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy!

Episode 101: Maddon vs. Epstein? -- Players Beginning Workouts

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2020 65:12


Players are heading to Mesa, Arizona to get ready for the official start of Spring Training. There has been some interesting stuff going on with President Theo Epstein and former manager Joe Maddon. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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