Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster

Former Cubs outfielder, and fan favorite, Kyle Schwarber joins Ryan Dempster on Off the Mound presented by Sloan. During the discussion with Dempster, the pair discuss Schwarber's 2021 season, including time spent with both the Nationals and Red Sox, his off the field charity work recognizing first responders, Chicago memories and look ahead to the offseason and the 2022 season.

Theo Epstein spent nine seasons with the Cubs from 2012-20, responsible for producing the club's first World Series championship in 108 years in 2016. Prior to leading the Cubs front office, Epstein served as General Manager with the Red Sox, also helping them break a long championship drought in 2004 with the franchise's first World Series championship since 1918.On this episode, Epstein discusses his work as a consultant with Major League Baseball, including the implementation of several new rule changes in the minor leagues, plus his charity work, his thoughts on one day leading an MLB team again, and much more.

Ryan Dempster welcomes 29-time Emmy award winner and 2018 Hall of Fame inductee Bob Costas to the podcast for an extended interview about all things baseball and his best memories calling Cubs games at Wrigley Field.

For the first time ever on Marquee Sports Network, Off the Mound with Ryan Dempster was recorded live to a rooftop audience overlooking Gallagher Way after the final home game of the 2021 season. Special guests for the live episode include Cubs players Frank Schwindel and Patrick Wisdom, musical guest Brendan Bayliss from Umphrey's McGee and former Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano.

Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to give some updates from spring training, reflect on big career moments as an Atlanta Brave and as a Chicago Cub and provide more insight on the Players Alliance

World Series champion and manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers Dave Roberts joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast for an extended conversation about social justice, winning the 2020 World Series and a must hear story about facing each other at Wrigley Field.

MLB Network analyst Harold Reynolds joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to reflect on his 12-year MLB career and give some insight on Ernie Banks’ journey to becoming a Chicago Cub. Reynolds also gave some historical knowledge on the Negro League’s growth and impact on the city of Chicago as we celebrate Black History Month.

Former Cub and 1984 Cy Young winner Rick Sutcliffe joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to tell hilarious stories from his professional career including how lifelong Cubs fan Bill Murray played a part in his first career stolen base. Sutcliffe also couldn't be happier for Jon "Boog" Sciambi to join Marquee Sports Network as the TV voice of the Cubs and can't wait to work with his former ESPN colleague.

Cubs center fielder Ian Happ joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to share and reflect on the 2020 shortened season, how David Ross handled his first year as manager and how he is gearing up for the 2021 season.

Cubs play-by-play commentator Jon “Boog” Sciambi joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast to discuss his excitement of joining the Cubs booth and how he will feel being in the same booth that Cubs legend Harry Caray was in for 15 years.

Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer joined the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast and shared what the last month has been like in his new role. Hoyer also reflected on his relationship with Theo Epstein, what his vision is for the future of the Cubs and his expectations for the 2021.

Former Cubs catcher and 2008 NL Rookie of the Year Geovany Soto joined the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast where the former teammates reminisced about Soto's time with the Cubs and what life is like in retirement.

Former Cubs outfielder Cliff Floyd joined the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast to talk about his 17-year career in the majors, how being a Cub for one season in 2008 was 'fate', and what he's doing now in retirement.

Former starting pitcher CC Sabathia joins the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast to open up about his incredible career. Listen to stories about Sabathia facing the Cubs as a Brewer in 2008, winning a World Series Championship with the New York Yankees and how life has treated him in retirement.

Former Cubs pitcher Mark Prior joins the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast to open up about his time on the North Side, share his recent World Series experience as a member of the Dodgers coaching staff and much more!

Hall of Famer Jim Thome joined the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast for an extended chat to reflect on his Hall of Fame career, his time in Chicago with the White Sox and the crosstown rivalry with the Cubs.

In the Season 2 premiere of Off the Mound with Ryan Dempster, current Cubs manager David Ross stops by to chat with his former teammate.Check out the extended conversation with the 2016 World Series champ in the podcast, including how Ross is spending his offseason and what his first year as skipper was like.

Fan favorite Reed Johnson played four seasons for the Cubs, showcasing a combination of skill, heart and hustle the North Side will never forget. Johnson and host Ryan Dempster relive some of the most spectacular catches in team history, while also discussing how the former Academic All-American used his smarts to get the job done at the plate. The former teammates compare and contrast the differences between the old Cubs clubhouse and the new one, share several funny stories that include Mark DeRosa, Lou Piniella and Kosuke Fukudome. Johnson goes back to his minor league days and his early years with Toronto, before his arrival in Chicago. He also explains how conversations with David Ross when the two were teammates with the Braves foreshadowed Rossy one day becoming a manager. Johnson also explains why he has an appreciation for the way Kyle Schwarber and Jason Heyward play the game. After a 13-year MLB career Johnson retired in 2015 and has focused on his family and starting a baseball academy in Temecula, California, but will always enjoy his trips to Chicago because of his time playing in front of the Wrigley Field faithful.

Play-by-play announcer for ESPN Sunday Night Baseball and studio host for MLB Network Matt Vasgersian joins Ryan Dempster to discuss his sportscasting career, including time in the booth with the Brewers and Padres. Vasgersian also reflects on his brief career as a child actor, discovering himself at USC and getting a start in baseball as the radio announcer for the now defunct Chicago Cubs Rookie League affiliate in Huntington, West Virginia. The industry veteran shares a handful of stories from his time around Bob Uecker, a tale from his brief stint with the original XFL and his Olympic experience. Plus, a ton of baseball topics throughout the conversation.

Former MLB starting pitcher Glendon Rusch joins Ryan Dempster for a baseball storytelling session for the ages. Rusch, who is currently playing for a local men's league in Louisville, looks back at his 12-year professional career with the Royals, Mets, Brewers, Cubs, Padres and Rockies. A few highlights include the time Rusch did the unthinkable as a pinch hitter, an explanation of how Mike Piazza was his sound guy, the time Pearl Jam stayed on stage as he and Kerry Wood were on their way to the concert from Wrigley Field. Rusch also shares an awesome tale from the back of the Mets bus with Pat Mahomes and Rickey Henderson. Plus, Dempster and Rusch share a deep appreciation for Dusty Baker and why they both still may have nightmares due to the intense fans in right field at the old Yankee Stadium.

Pear Jam frontman and lifelong Cubs fan Eddie Vedder joins host Ryan Dempster to discuss his love for the Cubs, a special bond he had with Ernie Banks and many other unique stories from the road and his time in and around Wrigley Field.

Former Cub and current Phillies pitcher Jake Arrieta joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to share memories during the Cubs rebuild up to winning the 2016 World Series and much more.

Former Marlin, Red Sox, Oriole, Blue Jay and host of International Talk Kevin Millar joins host Ryan Dempster on Off The Mound.

Kris Bryant joins host Ryan Dempster on the latest epsiode of Off The Mound.

Hall of Fame pitcher and 1971 NL CY Young Award winner Fergie Jenkins stops by to talk about his commitment to charitable work, playing with the Harlem Globetrotters, share what he learned from his roommate Ernie Banks when he first arrived in Chicago and reflect on the rest of his time with the Cubbies and everything in his life since. Then Dempster’s former teammate from the Boston Red Sox and multi-time World Series champion and former league MVP Dustin Pedroia joins the podcast. You’re not going to want to miss his David Ortiz story from the 2013 ALCS.

Two former Cubs pitchers Ted Lilly and Rich Hill join host Ryan Dempster on the latest episode of Off The Mound.

Hall of Fame outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. joins host Ryan Dempster on the latest epsiode of Off The Mound.

Cubs slugger Kyle Schwarber and former Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano join host Ryan Dempster.

Former Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood and 1984 World Series MVP Alan Trammell join host Ryan Dempster.

The "Crime Dog" Fred McGriff shares tremendous insight from his 19 MLB seasons, where he tallied 493 home runs, three Silver Slugger awards and a World Series title with the Braves. McGriff talks about his time in Chicago and the 30 home runs he hit for the Cubs in 2002. Former White Sox right fielder Jermaine Dye stops by to discuss the intense Cubs-Sox rivalry and his success in Kansas City and Oakland before winning a World Series in 2005. Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast, presented by Sloan - Marquee Sports Network Podcasts.

Cubs starting pitcher and 3x World Series champion Jon Lester reflects on his 'I love you man' moment with David Ross during Game 5 of the 2016 World Series and the challenge of coming out of the bullpen in Game 7. Also, find out if the 5x all-star would pick Anthony Rizzo or Kris Bryant if he needed someone to babysit his kids. Then 3x all-star "The Mayor" Sean Casey brings his his world-class energy to the show as he recalls one hilarious story regarding Cubs fans after a Reds win in Chicago. Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster, presented by Sloan - Marquee Sports Network Podcasts.

Former Cubs fan favorite Mark DeRosa and 7x all-star Michael Young, both former teammates of Ryan Dempster, share many laughs while telling hilarious stories from playing with each other in the big leagues. Find out how DeRosa somehow convinced Lou Piniella to rip up his lineup card shortly after joining the Cubs and he landed the most stylish cleats in the game for a few summers in Chicago. The trio also discuss what retired life is like and being in quarantine without baseball. Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster, presented by Sloan - Marquee Sports Network Podcasts.

Former Cubs first baseman Derrek Lee talks about his 2005 National League batting title, winning a World Series the year before coming to Chicago and sharing his baseball memories with his son. Plus, Hall of Fame pitcher and 18x Gold Glove winner Greg Maddux stops by to discuss how he evolved on the mound early in his career, Game of Thrones, the best MLB player on the golf course and offers some advice to pitchers getting ready during a unique offseason. Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster, presented by Sloan - Marquee Sports Network Podcasts.

3x MVP Mike Trout reflects on his rise to MLB superstardom, talks golf tricks and learning how to change diapers. World Series champion Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo catches up with Ryan and hits on spring cleaning, The Sopranos, being the franchise's hit-by-pitch record holder and his charitable work. Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster, presented by Sloan - Marquee Sports Network Podcasts.