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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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    • Jun 4, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Michael Busch mashes the Nats; Jeff Passan has thoughts on trade-deadline pitchers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 8:37


    Lance Brozdowski digs into Game 1 of the Cubs' big road trip, highlighted by Michael Busch's 3-for-4 night with three RBI, before diving into ESPN reporter Jeff Passan's take on some starting pitchers who might be available at the July 31 MLB trade deadline.

    Kyle Tucker injured, and examining Daniel Palencia's breakout as Cubs' closer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 10:57


    Lance Brozdowski breaks down Daniel Palencia's emergence as the Cubs' closer, recaps a big Sunday win over the Reds, checks on Kyle Tucker's status after he was pulled from the game with an injury, and previews the upcoming road series against the Nationals.

    WAR: What is it good for?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 10:12


    Katie Krall dives into WAR and how it's calculated, and explains its importance to MLB teams as they construct their rosters.

    Why Colin Rea has struggled and Cubs will use an opener for Ben Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 8:08


    Lance Brozdowski digs into Cubs right-hander Colin Rea's recent struggles against the Reds and the clever decision to have an opener ahead of Ben Brown in Game 2 of the NL Central series at Wrigley Field.

    Cubs Weekly: Ian Happ recounts Pete Crow-Armstrong's rise to stardom

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 24:19


    Cubs left fielder Ian Happ joined the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to chat with Lance Brozdowski about two teammates who are in the early NL MVP conversation -- Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker.Is Happ surprised at PCA's sudden power production? What is one thing fans don't know about him? What is it like hitting in front of Kyle Tucker in the deep Cubs lineup?Happ dishes on all this and more, including diving into analytics and how he processes information and advanced statistics.

    When should a pitcher add a new pitch?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 9:09


    Marquee Sports Network analyst and former minor league coach Katie Krall discusses how pitchers develop new pitches and uses her baseball background to discuss the development process.

    Here's why Cubs rookie pitcher Cade Horton is a player development success

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 10:27


    Lance Brozdowski digs into the evolution of Chicago Cubs rookie right-hander Cade Horton's approach to lefty hitters and listens to president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's thoughts on oblique injuries across Major League Baseball.

    What projections say about Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong's 40-40 chances

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 8:13


    Lance Brozdowski provides some updates on injuries before Katie Krall joins his to discuss projections and how important they are in valuation and contextualization of a player's performance, such as Cubs breakout star Pete Crow-Armstrong.

    Seiya Suzuki and the Cubs' offense cannot be stopped

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 11:29


    Lance Brozdowski digs into the Chicago Cubs' insane offensive run over the past few weeks, with contributions from Seiya Suzuki and, unexpectedly Sunday, Reese McGuire. Stick around for a preview of the Cubs-Rockies series at Wrigley Field and how Coors Field affects hitter perception of pitch shapes.

    How Miguel Amaya injury might impact Cubs; Julian Merryweather DFA'd

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 8:41


    Lance Brozdowski digs into the implications of Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya's oblique strain, which he sustained Saturday against the Reds, and discusses if Moisés Ballesteros or Reese McGuire will be called up from Triple-A Iowa to replace him. Lance also analyzes the Cubs' decision to designate struggling reliever Julian Merryweather for assignment.

    The Pete Crow-Armstrong Game just happened 

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 9:38


    Lance Brozdowski digs into a historic night from Pete Crow-Armstrong as he hit two home runs in the Cubs' series-opening win in Cincinnati. We'll hear some crazy stats on the home runs and listen to what Cubs manager Craig Counsell and PCA thought of his heroics.

    Cubs Weekly: Ryan Dempster analyzes MLB's pitching evolution

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 24:17


    Ryan Dempster joins Lance Brozdowski on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to break down all things pitching, from his 16-year MLB career to the current state of the game.Dempster analyzes pitch grips, talks strategy and how to balance data with experience on the mound.The duo also chats about how pitchers discuss the art with other players -- even opponents -- as we've recently seen from Shota Imanaga and Paul Skenes.

    Can Pete-Crow Armstrong have a 40-40 season?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 6:49


    Lance Brozdowski throws to an interview with Bruce Levine, Elise Menaker and Ryan Sweeney as they analyze whether PCA can put together a 40-40 season.

    Cubs rout Marlins, plus Statcast's new hitter swing data

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 9:29


    Lance Brozdowski analyzes another big offensive game from Cubs hitters and reviews what new hitter metrics we can analyze publicly with Statcast's latest release.

    Who will record Cubs' next save with Porter Hodge on IL?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 9:29


    Lance Brozdowski examines who will earn the next save for the Cubs with Porter Hodge hitting the IL, Matt Shaw's MLB return, and a potential third base trade target for the July 31 trade deadline.

    Pete Crow-Armstrong, Colin Rea seal Cubs' Crosstown Classic sweep of White Sox

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 9:48


    Lance Brozdowski discusses one particular stat that enables the Cubs pitching staff's success, highlights the force that is Pete Crow-Armstrong, and chats with rookie right-hander Cade Horton about his first taste of MLB life.

    Should the Cubs recall Matt Shaw after his Triple-A breakout?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 10:23


    Lance Brozdowski examines whether the Chicago Cubs should recall hot-hitting prospect Matt Shaw from Triple-A Iowa to fill their third base hole as the team continues its scorching stretch of offensive production with another Crosstown Classic win over the White Sox at Wrigley Field.

    Did Kyle Tucker just break out of a slump?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 8:48


    Lance Brozdowski analyzes a series-opening win for the Cubs against the crosstown rival White Sox, including a potential slump-buster day for superstar slugger Kyle Tucker.

    Cubs Weekly: Cliff Floyd breaks down Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 24:42


    Cliff Floyd joins Lance Brozdowski on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to break down Pete-Crow Armstrong's hot start, Dansby Swanson's rebound and Seiya Suzuki's underappreciated bat. They also chat about Cliff Floyd's career and how he'd fare if he stepped in the box against a major league arm today.

    What's behind Jameson Taillon's recent struggles?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 9:53


    Lance Brozdowski breaks down Jameson Taillon's recent struggles with home runs and previews the crosstown rivalry between the White Sox and Cubs this weekend.

    Justin Turner walks off Marlins; Alex Cohen gives Moisés Ballesteros scouting report

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 13:26


    Lance Brozdowski recaps a thrilling Cubs win over the Miami Marlins, then is joined by Marquee Sports Network play-by-play announcer Alex Cohen to discuss the offensive impact that recent call-up Moisés Ballesteros could have with Ian Happ sidelined.

    How MLB organizations write and leverage scouting reports

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 12:27


    Marquee Sports Network's Katie Krall breaks down how to write a scouting report, the way front offices assign scouting coverage, and what to look for when watching at home or Wrigley Field.

    Has the strike zone shrunk?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 9:05


    Lance Brozdowski digs into how the strike zone has changed this season because of an adjustment in how umpires are graded alongside Katie Krall, one of the newest members of the Marquee Sports Network team.

    Cubs Pitcher Ray Burris on his career's biggest lessons

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 9:19


    Lance Brozdowski tosses to an interview with for Cubs pitcher Ray Burris, Elise Menaker and Ryan Sweeney as they chat about Burris' career, how to learn from failure, his interactions with Ben Brown and more.

    Why use an opener for Cade Horton's MLB debut?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 10:26


    Lance Brozdowski digs into the Cubs' loss on the road against the Mets and considers whether this is the optimal rollout for their top pitching prospect, Cade Horton, potentially pitching out of the bullpen tomorrow behind Brad Keller.

    Cubs Weekly: Bruce Levine talks Cubs deadline moves, contracts for Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 27:16


    On the latest episode of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, Lance Brozdowski talks with Bruce Levine, covering everything from the best Cubs offenses he's ever seen, whether he's surprised Pete Crow-Armstrong rejected a Cubs' extension offer this offseason, and how the pending CBA negotiations after the 2026 season will impact spending.

    When will Cade Horton debut? Let's preview the Mets series

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 10:33


    Lance Brozdowski previews a massive series coming up this weekend in New York between the Mets and Cubs. We'll dig into how you pitch to Pete Alonso and whether the Cubs top pitching prospect, Cade Horton, will make his MLB debut

    Cubs squander extra-innings opportunity at Wrigley

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 8:44


    Lance Brozdowski recaps the Cubs' tough 14-5 extra-innings loss to the San Francisco Giants, then goes into the time machine to reflect on Kerry Wood's 20-strikeout game, which happened 27 years ago on May 6, 1998.

    Is Kyle Tucker driving the Cubs' offensive dominance?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 8:21


    Lance Brozdowski recaps another big win at home over the San Francisco Giants and delves into how much of an effect Kyle Tucker is having on the numerous other Cubs hitters who have made considerable year-over-year improvements.

    The fallout from Shota Imanaga's injury

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 10:07


    Lance Brozdowski digs into the hamstring injury that Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga sustained Sunday in Milwaukee and reviews the options to potentially start in his place, including Cade Horton and Chris Flexen.

    The "Bat" Revolution is upon us

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 6:58


    Katie Krall, one of the newest members of the Marquee Sports Network team, speaks with Keenan Long, the founder of Longball Labs, to detail the evolution of the only tool that hitters have—a bat. Let's learn how no two bats are the same and how players are optimizing a simple piece of wood to help them succeed.

    Why Seiya Suzuki, Ian Happ are the unsung heroes of the 2025 Cubs offense

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 8:58


    Lance Brozdowski breaks down a rout of the Brewers in Milwaukee before highlighting two Cubs hitters who have made dramatic improvements at the plate -- Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki.

    Cubs rout Paul Skenes, Brewers series preview, PLUS Moisés Ballesteros fit?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 10:14


    Lance Brozdowski analyzes the Chicago Cubs' offensive production against Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes, previews the series against the Brewers in Milwaukee, and talks about if there's a fit for hot-hitting catcher prospect Moises Ballesteros in the majors.

    How the Cubs' offense can beat Pirates ace Paul Skenes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 10:02


    Lance Brozdowski digs into what makes Pittsburgh Pirates starter Paul Skenes so good and which Chicago Cubs hitters have the best shot to do damage versus one of the best pitchers in MLB.

    Can Cade Horton make the Cubs even better?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 10:48


    Lance Brozdowski digs into the underlying data of Cade Horton's hot start at Triple-A Iowa and recaps a big 9-0 Chicago Cubs win over the Pittsburgh Pirates to begin a six-game road trip.

    The odd part of the zone where Pete Crow-Armstrong is mashing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 11:06


    Lance Brozdowski recaps the Cubs' "Sunday Night Baseball" loss to the Philadelphia Phillies, previews the series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and digs into a particular part of the zone where Pete Crow-Armstrong is barreling balls better than anybody else in MLB.

    How Colin Rea has dominated 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 10:35


    Lance Brozdowski digs into one of the Cubs' surprise arms of the 2025 season, right-hander Colin Rea, along with a brief recap of the Saturday loss to the Philadelphia Phillies.

    Are Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals a starting pitcher trade match?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 12:56


    Lance Brozdowski recaps a Friday Cubs win over the Philadelphia Phillies with a fantastic outing from Colin Rea, before listening to a conversation between Bruce Levine, Cole Wright and Ryan Sweeney on the potential starting pitcher acquisitions Chicago could make.

    MVP votes for Pete Crow-Armstrong? Let's look ahead at the Cubs' schedule

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 10:25


    Lance Brozdowski praises Pete Crow-Armstrong's impressive production this season before digging into the Chicago Cubs' upcoming schedule, including another tough stretch of games before an incredibly soft pocket of mid-May matchups.

    Pete Crow-Armstrong, Kyle Tucker power Cubs' 10-inning comeback win vs. Dodgers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 13:02


    Lance Brozdowski recaps another insane game at Wrigley Field, talks about Brad Keller's emergence in the Cubs' bullpen and discusses whether PCA deserves NL MVP votes.

    Shota Imanaga vs Shohei Ohtani: Previewing Cubs-Dodgers series at Wrigley Field

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 8:42


    Lance Brozdowski previews the upcoming two-game series between the Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers at Wrigley Field, from a few hitters to watch to the advantage the Cubs have with their starting pitchers in the series.

    Does Kyle Tucker create lineup protection? And other thoughts on Cubs' offense

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 12:13


    Lance Brozdowski discusses Kyle Tucker's impact on the Cubs' lineup and what his presence means for the guys around him in the order, and he also asks former MLB slugger Cliff Floyd if he believes in lineup protection

    Carson Kelly, Kyle Tucker Power Chicago Cubs in WILD Win

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 9:25


    Lance Brozdowski recaps what will probably be the most insane game the Cubs play all season, as they beat the Diamondbacks 13-11 after leading 7-1 and trailing 11-7.

    Analyzing the Cubs' top prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 14:02


    Lance Brozdowski walks through Nos. 11 through No. 30 on his Chicago Cubs top prospects list as we build toward the first "Road to Wrigley Live" of the 2025 season. The show will debut Thursday at 6 p.m. CT on Marquee Sports Network.

    Analyzing the Cubs' roster moves, Matt Shaw demotion to Triple-A

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 12:33


    Lance Brozdowski dons his conspiracy hat as he takes a critical look at the state of the Chicago Cubs' bullpen. He also considers what rookie third baseman Matt Shaw might need to tweak at Triple-A and recaps a big extra-innings win over the Padres in San Diego.

    Will Jameson Taillon Step Up With Justin Steele Injured?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 9:29


    Lance Brozdowski recaps a tough loss in San Diego and breaks down what Jameson Taillon is doing differently this season and how he can step up to fill the hole Justin Steele has left the rotation.

    How do the Cubs replace Justin Steele?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 8:39


    Lance Brozdowski digs into four ways the Cubs could replace out-for-the-season starter Justin Steele, including a few trade options and one internal candidate. He also recaps the Cubs' HUGE "Sunday Night Baseball" win in Los Angeles over the Dodgers.

    Ryan Dempster dissects Cubs' pitching staff, shares can't-miss stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 14:05


    Lance Brozdowski is joined by Ryan Dempster to chat Matthew Boyd, Jameson Taillon, Shota Imanaga and Ryan Pressly. Dempster also shares stories about battling Albert Pujols and "rucking" through Chicago.

    Fergie Jenkins Talk Pitch Shapes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 6:42


    Lance Brozdowski and Fergie Jenkins talk through what pitch shapes the legendary righty threw to amass over 3000 strikeouts.

    Justin Steele hits the IL: What's the plan against the Dodgers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 10:51


    Lance Brozdowski speculates on who could start in place of Justin Steele and takes a deeper look at the Chicago Cubs' 6-4 loss over the Rangers.

    Cubs Win Again, Jameson Taillon is Doing Something Weird

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 13:19


    Lance Brozdowski recaps the oddities of the 10-6 win against the Rangers before bringing in a conversation with Ryan Dempster to talk about the state of the Chicago Cubs.

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