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Serving Cubs fans relevant and engaging weekly discussions on the team and providing the most informative analysis and insight during the baseball season and throughout the entire year. Host Cole Wright is joined by regular contributors and special guests. (Marquee Sports Network Podcasts)

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    Rick Sutcliffe celebrates Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg's life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 11:16


    Rick Sutcliffe joins "Cubs Pregame Live!" to celebrate the life of Ryne Sandberg, sharing stories and memories of one of the greatest Cubs of all time.

    Bob Costas remembers Cubs Legend Ryne Sandberg

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 10:12


    Bob Costas joins our Cubs postgame show to talk with Cole Wright about the life of Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg.

    Biggest series of the year? Cubs vs. Brewers preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2025 12:48


    Lance Brozdowski digs into a Cubs series win over the White Sox, praises Matt Shaw's recent hot streak, and talks about some news regarding the team's interest in a few top-flight pitchers ahead of Thursday's MLB trade deadline.

    Was that the Cubs' worst loss of the season?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 12:07


    Lance Brozdowski recaps Shota Imanaga's rough outing in the Cubs' 12-5 loss on the South Side and discusses how the Josh Naylor trade sets a precedent for other potential rental deals that could go down before the July 31 MLB trade deadline.

    Cubs Weekly: Curtis Granderson has a groundbreaking initiative for young collectors

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 26:40


    Lance Brozdowski sits down with three-time MLB All-Star Curtis Granderson and Shane Winn of the National Sports Collectors Convention on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to share an incredible initiative for young sports memorabilia collectors, open some packs of baseball cards, and chat about Granderson's career.

    Who is Ryan Sweeney 'all-in' on for the Cubs at the MLB trade deadline?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 7:35


    Lance Brozdowski tosses to a segment from our pregame show in which Cole Wright and Ryan Sweeney discuss their stance on a few potential acquisitions for the Cubs using poker parlance. Emmanuel Clase? Eugenio Suarez? Sandy Alcantara? Who is Sweeney "all-in" on before the July 31 deadline?

    Matthew Boyd will -- and should! -- receive NL Cy Young votes this season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 8:41


    Lance Brozdowski recaps a 6-0 Cubs win over the Royals as Matthew Boyd again throws an absolute gem. Also, did you see the starting pitcher for the Royals? 45-year-old Rich Hill! Let's examine how different baseball was in 2005, when Hill made his MLB debut for the Cubs.

    Does Matt Shaw's emergence affect Cubs' MLB trade deadline plans?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 11:01


    Lance Brozdowski is back after a small hiatus from the Cubs Daily Podcast, and talks rookie third baseman Matt Shaw's emergence as he pulls more fly balls, and of course, the July 31 MLB trade deadline and what the team might do.

    Cade Horton matches Garrett Crochet in pitchers' duel in Cubs vs. Red Sox finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 11:47


    Cubs rookie right-hander Cade Horton went toe-to-toe with Garrett Crochet in Sunday's series finale against the Red Sox, and Andy Martínez breaks down what it means for his development. Plus, what to really make of the team's performances against left-handed pitching this season.

    Cubs open second half with win over Red Sox as MLB trade deadline looms

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 14:13


    The Chicago Cubs opened the second half with a nice win over the red-hot Boston Red Sox, but the clear topic on everyone's mind is the looming July 31 MLB trade deadline. Andy Martínez breaks down the win, then assess president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's pregame comments and what it could mean for the Cubs' plans as they look to push for the playoffs.

    2025 Chicago Cubs State of the Union Address 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2025 14:43


    Alex Cohen talks about the Cubs series win at Yankee Stadium to go into the All-Star break and brings things full circle summing up the 2025 season to this point.

    Brad Keller: From non-roster to X-factor for 2025 Cubs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 9:35


    Alex Cohen breaks down how the Cubs tied up the series versus the Yankees with a win, and why, despite his recent struggles, Brad Keller will be an X-factor for this team.

    Inside Matthew Boyd's 2025 MLB All-Star season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 8:19


    Alex Cohen touches on the Cubs' series-opening shutout loss to the Yankees, previews Saturday's premier starting pitching matchup, and shares why Matthew Boyd deserved to be a 2025 NL All-Star with comments from manager Craig Counsell and reliever Brad Keller.

    Cubs Weekly: 2025 MLB Draft preview 

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 26:02


    Lance Brozdowski is joined by MLB Pipeline senior writer Jim Callis on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to break down the 2025 draft class, including why this draft is unique and whom the Cubs could take at 17th overall.

    First look at 2025 MLB trade deadline, Cubs' needs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 19:43


    Alex Cohen chats about the Cubs salvaging the series against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field and ranks which perceived "sellers" at the 2025 MLB trade deadline match up with Chicago's needs.

    2025 MLB Draft: How will Cubs approach No. 17 pick?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 9:49


    Alex Cohen breaks down the latest Cubs loss, and he also dives into the team's draft strategy and comments from VP of scouting Dan Kantrovitz from earlier this week.

    Why is Cubs ace Shota Imanaga's strikeout rate down?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 9:44


    Lance Brozdowski digs into Shota Imanaga's outing in Minnesota, wonders whether his small velocity loss is affecting his strikeout rate this season, and talks about why pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins hasn't thrown in a game since June 20th.

    Matthew Boyd is an All-Star; Cubs rout Cardinals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 9:07


    Lance Brozdowski digs into Matthew Boyd's selection to the NL All-Star team, and makes the case for Michael Busch and Seiya Suzuki to join their Cubs teammates at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game next week in Atlanta.

    Will Chris Flexen step up with Jameson Taillon injured?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 8:57


    Lance Brozdowski digs into a Saturday loss against the Cardinals and talks about Chris Flexen's development.

    Jason Kipnis has thoughts on Kyle Tucker and Pete Crow-Armstrong

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 6:27


    Lance Brozdowski throws to a conversation between Marquee Sports Network's Elise Menaker, Jason Kipnis and Bruce Levine on Pete Crow-Armstrong's emergence for the Cubs this season and Kyle Tucker's quiet leadership qualities.

    Where do Cubs stand in NL playoff picture right now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 8:11


    Lance Brozdowski digs into the Cubs' big three-game sweep of the Guardians, setting up an enormous Fourth of July weekend showdown against the Cardinals, and catches you up on where Chicago stands in the NL playoff race.

    Cubs Weekly: What goes on in an MLB draft war room?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 24:34


    Lance Brozdowski and Katie Krall sit down on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to chat about everything MLB draft, from what actually happens in the war room, how to balance high school and college talent, and everything you need to know about the inner workings of a monumental day in a team's calendar.

    Cubs win another series; Kyle Tucker, Pete Crow-Armstrong voted NL All-Star starters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 14:48


    The Cubs beat the Guardians 5-4 at Wrigley Field on Wednesday night in come-from-behind fashion, but that was almost secondary to the news that Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker were voted National League All-Star Game starters. Andy Martínez recaps the historic news for the duo and why it's an organizational win for Crow-Armstrong's selection, plus he previews Cade Horton's outing Thursday as the Cubs look for a sweep.

    Is Pete Crow-Armstrong in a slump?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 11:10


    Lance Brozdowski digs into a big Game 1 Cubs win over the Guardians, praises Matthew Boyd's incredible season and wonders about this baby slump that Pete Crow-Armstrong is in right now.

    Quality start conundrum: Are they important in 2025?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 10:19


    Alex Cohen breaks down the Cubs' road trip and talks with pitching coach Tommy Hottovy on how the quality start stat is viewed in present-day baseball.

    Carson Kelly's All-Star candidacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 8:27


    Alex Cohen chats with catcher Carson Kelly about his 2025 MLB All-Star Game chances while recapping the Cubs' offensive resurgence as they even their series against the Astros with a win Saturday at Daikin Park.

    Recapping Kyle Tucker, Ryan Pressly's return to Houston, plus what to make of Cade Horton's rough Cubs start

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 11:52


    Andy Martínez recaps the return of Kyle Tucker and Ryan Pressly to Houston, a city where they helped bring World Series titles, takes you through the ways the Astros honored them and then breaks down Cade Horton's rough start and what it means for him and the Cubs moving forward.

    Alex Cohen's message to Cubs fans, 'Do Not Panic'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 9:21


    Marquee Sports Network's Alex Cohen drops by the Cubs Daily Podcast to talk Shota Imanaga's first outing in St. Louis since coming off the IL and he shares some facts and figures about previous championship teams, and why Cubs fans should not panic.

    Cubs Weekly: ESPN's Jesse Rogers reveals his thoughts on the Cubs' trade deadline targets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 24:07


    Lance Brozdowski sits down with ESPN's Jesse Rogers on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to talk through the landscape of the trade deadline, how early they might make a move, and the options available. They also recap Rogers' profile of Pete Crow-Armstrong and what he learned about the phenom reporting the piece.

    What Bruce Levine is hearing about Cubs' potential MLB trade deadline targets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 10:15


    Lance Brozdowski digs into ESPN's top 50 MLB trade deadline pieces article, highlighting the names the Chicago Cubs were listed as potential suitors for, including thoughts from our studio crew of Bruce Levine, Elise Menaker, and Cliff Floyd.

    Examining Pete Crow-Armstrong's error, Jameson Taillon's struggles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 17:07


    Lance Brozdowski and Tom Prizeman dig into a tough Cubs loss in St. Louis, Jameson Taillon's troubles against right-handed hitters, and Pete Crow-Armstrong's blunder in center field.

    Which starting pitchers will Cubs acquire before 2025 MLB trade deadline?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 10:22


    Lance Brozdowski digs into the Cubs' potential starting pitcher acquisitions as they navigate Colin Rea and Ben Brown's recent rocky outings, including some thoughts from Cliff Floyd on who he wants the team to add.

    Assessing Cubs pitching situation, Seiya Suzuki's defense after series loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 10:51


    Andy Martínez takes a look at the Cubs' current pitching scenario after some tough outings by the Cubs bullpen and Sunday's starter Colin Rea and then looks at Seiya Suzuki's yin and yang day in the loss.

    Wind takes center stage in Cubs homer-happy win

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 10:19


    Lance Brozdowski digs into a windy win at Wrigley Field, contextualizing just how odd the elements can be at times and discussing the power surge of Ian Happ.

    Sammy Sosa triumphantly returns to Wrigley Field; Cubs drop series opener to Mariners

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 9:05


    Lance Brozdowski recaps a Friday Cubs loss to the Mariners, chats about a bullpen regression game, and throws to Sammy Sosa's revealing interview with reporters, as he shared his thoughts on his long-awaited return to Wrigley Field.

    Pete Crow-Armstrong is the fastest Cub ever to 20-20

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 9:06


    Lance Brozdowski recaps a Cubs loss to the Brewers at Wrigley Field, talks about Pete Crow-Armstrong's heroics while already reaching 20 homers and 20 stolen bases this season, and ponders Jameson Taillon's occasional struggles.

    Eno Sarris explains why the MLB ball is different

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 27:30


    Lance Brozdowski chats with The Athletic's Eno Sarris about his recent piece about a change in the MLB ball, what he believes the next big player development trend will be and what could prevent the pitcher injury crisis.

    Pete Crow-Armstrong steals show in memorable Cubs win at Wrigley Field

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 10:43


    Andy Martínez breaks down Pete Crow-Armstrong's memorable night at Wrigley Field, where he made a highlight-reel catch, followed it up with the longest home run of his career and had the crowd chanting "MVP" and his name.

    Cubs walk off Pirates on Father's Day for series win

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 11:25


    Andy Martínez breaks down the Chicago Cubs' 3-2 walk-off win over the Pittsburgh Pirates, their ability to win games on the margins and how it's become a staple for the team, and then shares the importance of Father's Day for various members of the organization.

    Examining Kyle Tucker's dip in bat speed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 10:33


    Lance Brozdowski talks about whether runners in scoring position stats are reliable and digs into Kyle Tucker's recent dip in bat speed.

    How will the Cubs manage Cade Horton's workload?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 9:21


    Lance Brozdowski dives into a Friday extra-innings loss over the Pirates, how the Cubs might manage Cade Horton's workload this season, and what it's like to watch Paul Skenes from behind home plate.

    Pete Crow-Armstrong's unusual homer powers the Cubs past Pittsburgh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 7:36


    Lance Brozdowski digs into a series-opening win over the Pirates at Wrigley as Pete Crow-Armstrong hits a ball above his eyes out to right field for his 18th HR of the season and previews another matchup against Paul Skenes.

    Cubs Weekly: Previewing the Athletes Unlimited Softball League with Elise Menaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 26:04


    Lance Brozdowski and Elise Menaker sit down on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, for a discussion about the brand-new Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) and the impact it will have on post-collegiate softball players. They also discuss Elise's Hall of Fame career and how softball has evolved since her time playing for Cornell University.

    Cubs drop series to Phillies, plus a special reunion for Daniel Palencia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 10:44


    Andy Martínez recaps the Cubs' 7-2 loss in Philadelphia, assesses Ben Brown's continued first inning woes and shares an emotional reunion between reliever Daniel Palencia and his parents at Wrigley Field.

    Ian Happ, Cubs use long ball in 8-4 win over Phillies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 10:22


    Lance Brozdowski recaps a Cubs win in Philadelphia, dissects Ian Happ's recent power surge and details the issues with catch probability.

    Kyle Tucker vs Zack Wheeler was must-see television

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 9:56


    Lance Brozdowski digs into the Cubs game 1 loss in Philadelphia, Kyle Tucker's dominance against good pitching, and Ryan Pressly velocity bounce-back.

    Nico Hoerner & Craig Counsell ejected as Cubs drop series to Tigers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 10:06


    Lance Brozdowski digs into Cade Horton's questionable fastball usage in leverage counts and listens to Craig Counsell chat about Nico Hoerner's ejection before previewing another big series against the Phillies.

    Mini-home run derby in Detroit highlights a positive Cubs trend in 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 9:09


    Andy Martínez recaps the Cubs' five-homer, bounce-back win over the Detroit Tigers on Saturday afternoon, digs into how Jameson Taillon's desire to add more velocity has been supplanted by his successful off-speed offerings, and showcases just how resilient Chicago has been as a team in 2025.

    Outs on bases cost Cubs game 1 in Detroit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 15:59


    Lance Brozdowski and Tom Prizeman recap a game 1 loss in Detroit, including an admirable performance by Ben Brown and a pair of pivotal outs on the bases.

    How can the Cubs beat Tarik Skubal?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 10:58


    Lance Brozdowski recaps a series win against the Nationals before digging into how the Cubs can attack one of the best pitchers in MLB, Tarik Skubal.

    How Pitching Ninja took over baseball

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 26:19


    Lance Brozdowski sits down with Rob Friedman, better known as "Pitching Ninja," a popular social media account that chronicles the nastiest pitches in MLB on a daily basis.

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