Podcast appearances and mentions of Alex Bregman

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman's underwhelming performance in his first season with Chicago.

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote broke down the Cubs rallying in the ninth inning for a 5-4 win against the Rockies on Monday. They also discussed Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong hitting for the cycle and third baseman Alex Bregman's struggles.

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by breaking down the Cubs rallying in the ninth inning for a 5-4 win against the Rockies on Monday. They also discussed Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong hitting for the cycle and third baseman Alex Bregman's struggles. After that, Cubs left fielder Ian Happ joined the show to discuss Crow-Armstrong's big night and the Cubs' victory.

In the third hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed a variety of Cubs storylines, including third baseman Alex Bregman's underwhelming performance. After that, Chicago Sports Network analyst Steve Stone joined the show to preview the White Sox-Dodgers series. Later, Mike Palm of Circa Sports joined the program to set the scene for the weekend from a sports betting perspective.

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We begin with Braden Montgomery hitting a spectacular walk-off home run in his MLB debut. Hembo then stops by to discuss the crazy Athletics-Brewers game from Monday, the Red Sox woes, why Alex Bregman is doing so poorly at Wrigley Field for the Cubs, how Ohtani's two-way season this year exceeds any season of Babe Ruth's, and more. Eduardo Perez then joins to preview the best MLB prospects in the College World Series starting on ESPN this weekend, why Las Vegas will be an even worse ballpark for pitchers than Coors Field in Denver, Cristopher Sanchez's claim to best pitcher in baseball, and the Red Sox questionable organizational philosophies. 0:00 Braden Montgomery walk off home run 2:00 Hembo joins the show 3:07 Nick Kurtz's amazing season 7:03 Red Sox failures 10:36 Alex Bregman can't hit at Wrigley 13:56 Shohei Ohtani's historic season 16:30 Corbin Carroll is a triples machine 18:30 Carson Benge is thriving 20:47 Best MLB prospects to watch at the College World Series 27:18 Why Las Vegas will ruin Athletics pitchers 33:07 Cristopher Sanchez's dominance 36:30 Red Sox organizational dysfunction 43:40 Bleacher Tweets (Julio Rodriguez, Manny Machado) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We begin with Braden Montgomery hitting a spectacular walk-off home run in his MLB debut. Hembo then stops by to discuss the crazy Athletics-Brewers game from Monday, the Red Sox woes, why Alex Bregman is doing so poorly at Wrigley Field for the Cubs, how Ohtani's two-way season this year exceeds any season of Babe Ruth's, and more. Eduardo Perez then joins to preview the best MLB prospects in the College World Series starting on ESPN this weekend, why Las Vegas will be an even worse ballpark for pitchers than Coors Field in Denver, Cristopher Sanchez's claim to best pitcher in baseball, and the Red Sox questionable organizational philosophies. 0:00 Braden Montgomery walk off home run 2:00 Hembo joins the show 3:07 Nick Kurtz's amazing season 7:03 Red Sox failures 10:36 Alex Bregman can't hit at Wrigley 13:56 Shohei Ohtani's historic season 16:30 Corbin Carroll is a triples machine 18:30 Carson Benge is thriving 20:47 Best MLB prospects to watch at the College World Series 27:18 Why Las Vegas will ruin Athletics pitchers 33:07 Cristopher Sanchez's dominance 36:30 Red Sox organizational dysfunction 43:40 Bleacher Tweets (Julio Rodriguez, Manny Machado) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘premature' as in celebration as in jubilation as in the Knicks as in the Spurs as in the NBA Finals. Wemby had his moment. Jalen Brunson tried his best. The refs made this a series. Mike Brown was fired up. Trump was asleep? (26:15) The Athletics are playing games in Vegas. And it is a nightmare for pitchers! The first game had 29 runs and 11 home runs! (33:24) Review: Your Friends and Neighbors. (37:20) NPPOD. (38:50) Alex Bregman admits he has been bad. He was signed to be THE man and he is not. What can they do? (46:05) What happened to Vladdy Jr? The power is just gone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's word of the day is ‘premature' as in celebration as in jubilation as in the Knicks as in the Spurs as in the NBA Finals. Wemby had his moment. Jalen Brunson tried his best. The refs made this a series. Mike Brown was fired up. Trump was asleep? (26:15) The Athletics are playing games in Vegas. And it is a nightmare for pitchers! The first game had 29 runs and 11 home runs! (33:24) Review: Your Friends and Neighbors. (37:20) NPPOD. (38:50) Alex Bregman admits he has been bad. He was signed to be THE man and he is not. What can they do? (46:05) What happened to Vladdy Jr? The power is just gone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big Ben talks about the Knicks dropping Game 3 of the NBA Finals at home against the Spurs, Alex Bregman saying that he's "been terrible" for the Cubs, Maller to the Third Degree, Maller's Mountain of Money: Kanye West Edition, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Maller talks about Alex Bregman saying he's "been terrible" for the Cubs, reports that Red Sox owner John Henry hasn't considered sacking GM Craig Breslow, L'Jarius Sneed coming back to the Chiefs, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth and Sean discuss Wyatt Teller seeming petty at the Browns, listen back to some retro pettiness from former Texans, hear how mad Cubs fans are at Alex Bregman, and Sam Presti trying to defend SGA in this week's PettyCast.

Seth and Sean dive into what the Texans we heard from at OTAs were talking about the most, Kevin Love's little quasi-hobby of smoking and watching old NBA highlights, what quasi-hobbies they have, the Cubs fans being mad at Alex Bregman, and see what Reggie and Lopez have going on.

Seth and Sean talk about the Astros getting a 5-4 win despite Jose Altuve just deciding to run for home at the end, the Spurs making the Finals 2-1, what they're looking for in Texans mandatory minicamp, go through the day's Headlines, assess who the "Golden children" are for the DeMeco Ryans era Texans, discuss the crazy Brendan Sorsby situation going on in college football, how the Texans stack up compared to other teams still seeking their franchise's first Super Bowl, get petty and hear others being petty in the PettyCast, power rank the 5 craziest/frustrating things from the Astros win last night, discuss their biggest questions about the Brendan Sorsby eligibility situation, dive into what the Texans we heard from at OTAs were talking about the most, Kevin Love's little quasi-hobby of smoking and watching old NBA highlights, what quasi-hobbies they have, the Cubs fans being mad at Alex Bregman, and see what Reggie and Lopez have going on.

Welcome to the True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast…BIG-Z and the boys got a LOT to talk about today!”Tonight on the True Chicago Sports Fans Podcast, we carry heavy hearts into one of the biggest episodes we've ever recorded. We open with a full, emotional tribute to Chicago Bulls legend and beloved broadcaster Stacey King, who passed away Sunday at just 59 years old after a fall at his home. We break down what he meant as a player on three championship teams alongside Michael Jordan, and celebrate his 20-year broadcasting career — his iconic catchphrases, his legendary calls, and why he belongs in the same conversation as Harry Caray, Ken “Hawk” Harrelson, Pat Foley & Eddie Olczyk, and Jeff Joniak & Tom Thayer. Then we get into the Cubs, the White Sox, and the Bears news that is shaking the entire city of Chicago to its core.

Eric Hosmer joins Buster Olney to talk about Jacob Misiorowski's latest firecracker outing where he threw 45 pitches over 101 mph! Is he the best pitcher in baseball over Paul Skenes, Shohei Ohtani, and Cristopher Sanchez? They also talk through: Aaron Judge's injury and what it means for him and the Yankees this season, Fernando Tatis Jr's struggles, and the AL Wild Card Race. David Schoenfield then stops by to chat Misiorowski, Houston's recent surge, and Roki Sasaki's emergence for the Dodgers. Plus Bleacher Tweets where Buster discusses what's happening with the Red Sox organization. 0:00 Top of the First 0:54 Alex Bregman takes accountability for Cubs' struggles 1:56 Kevin McGonigle shines for Detroit 2:25 Reds bullpen woes 2:55 Atlanta Braves on 110-win pace 3:36 Jacob Misiorowski's dominance with Eric Hosmer 10:48 Aaron Judge's injury 13:35 AL MVP Race (Yordan Alvarez, Bobby Witt Jr) 15:20 Cody Bellinger fits well in New York 16:22 Padres offense is MIA 19:06 AL Wild Card Race 21:46 Dave Schoenfield joins, how bout those Knicks?! 23:50 Is Misiorowski the best pitcher in baseball? 26:18 The Houston Astros are not out of it 29:21 Louis Varland dominating for Blue Jays 30:11 Roki Sasaki blooming for Dodgers 33:46 Bleacher Tweets (best fan bases, Red Sox woes) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eric Hosmer joins Buster Olney to talk about Jacob Misiorowski's latest firecracker outing where he threw 45 pitches over 101 mph! Is he the best pitcher in baseball over Paul Skenes, Shohei Ohtani, and Cristopher Sanchez? They also talk through: Aaron Judge's injury and what it means for him and the Yankees this season, Fernando Tatis Jr's struggles, and the AL Wild Card Race. David Schoenfield then stops by to chat Misiorowski, Houston's recent surge, and Roki Sasaki's emergence for the Dodgers. Plus Bleacher Tweets where Buster discusses what's happening with the Red Sox organization. 0:00 Top of the First 0:54 Alex Bregman takes accountability for Cubs' struggles 1:56 Kevin McGonigle shines for Detroit 2:25 Reds bullpen woes 2:55 Atlanta Braves on 110-win pace 3:36 Jacob Misiorowski's dominance with Eric Hosmer 10:48 Aaron Judge's injury 13:35 AL MVP Race (Yordan Alvarez, Bobby Witt Jr) 15:20 Cody Bellinger fits well in New York 16:22 Padres offense is MIA 19:06 AL Wild Card Race 21:46 Dave Schoenfield joins, how bout those Knicks?! 23:50 Is Misiorowski the best pitcher in baseball? 26:18 The Houston Astros are not out of it 29:21 Louis Varland dominating for Blue Jays 30:11 Roki Sasaki blooming for Dodgers 33:46 Bleacher Tweets (best fan bases, Red Sox woes) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened back to a compilation of highlights of friends and colleagues of Bulls broadcaster Stacey King sharing their favorite memories of him as we paid tribute to King after he passed away over the weekend at 59. After that, the guys discussed Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman's prolonged struggles at the plate.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman's prolonged struggles at the plate.

In the final hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by former Bulls television play-by-play announcer Neil Funk to reflect on the life and legacy of broadcast partner Stacey King, who passed away over the weekend at 59. After that, Mully and Haugh discussed the continued struggles of third baseman Alex Bregman and the Cubs.

There’s no sugarcoating it. The big-name free agent signed to a five-year, $175 million contract hasn’t lived up to expectations, and his underperformance is dragging down the entire team. Bregman’s offense isn’t the only issue for the Cubs right now, but the All-Star third baseman stood at his Wrigley Field locker late Sunday night and blamed himself for the team-wide slump that could ruin the entire season. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney share their reporting from the clubhouse.To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance.

Bradfo always has great conversations with Jackson Holliday, and this is no exception. In a revealing sit-down, the Orioles second baseman reflects on what life has been like since being the first overall pick in the MLB Draft, and then making his big league debut two years ago. There is a reflection on what went right and what went wrong, along with plenty of lessons learned. There is also some good Alex Bregman mentoring talk.

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score reporter Mark Grote, who shared the latest news and notes from Bears practice as OTAs continued. Even in the offseason, head coach Ben Johnson is all business. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed how Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman is desperately trying to drive the baseball at the plate.

After expectations soared with two separate 10-game winning streaks early in the season, the Cubs crashed in May, falling out of first place and erasing nearly all of their cushion with a 10-game losing streak. June represents a new opportunity with a softer stretch in the schedule and starting pitchers potentially getting healthy. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney break down the month ahead, with a particular focus on Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman, based on conversations with those players. For insights and information directly from the clubhouse, listen to “North Side Territory” all year round.

Would a one free transfer rule for high school sports hurt more than it would help? What's next for Holly Holm? Alex Bregman on life and baseball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman discusses the season so far, watching his sons get into baseball and how big of a week it is for his family with his father Sam running for Governor in New Mexico. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, we dive into a loaded MLB and NBA slate packed with hot takes, blockbuster trade ideas, and player debates. Josh opens with a True or False segment asking whether at least 10 pitchers legitimately have a shot to win the NL Cy Young Award this season. Then we revisit the biggest MLB free-agent signings and decide whether each move has been a good sign or a bad sign for their new teams — featuring stars like Bo Bichette, Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, Pete Alonso, Dylan Cease, and more. On the NBA side, we break down a massive three-team blockbuster sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Wizards, Anthony Davis to Golden State, and a mountain of picks changing hands. We debate who wins the deal long-term and what it means for the future of all three franchises. Plus, in another edition of “Who Would You Rather Have For The Next 3 Seasons,” we put OG Anunoby head-to-head with some of the NBA's biggest names including Austin Reaves, James Harden, Derrick White, De'Aaron Fox, Amen Thompson, Steph Castle, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote listened and reacted to Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman's recent comments amid the club's 10-game losing streak.

The Cubs have sunk to yet another low, now losers of 10 in a row, and Oleg and Praz are here to discuss what there is to be done. They wonder why the Cubs called up Kevin Alcantara if they don't bother to ever play him, worry about Ian Happ's inability to hit one of his patented eighth-inning homers when down by eight runs, and debate what's up with Alex Bregman. They also discuss how their inability to find pitching like the Brewers continues to doom them. Plus, how poorly would Shohei have to hit to not win MVP if he wins the Cy Young. All this, and more.

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote opened their show by discussing the slumping Cubs, who have lost nine straight games. After that, they listened and reacted to third baseman Alex Bregman's comments about the Cubs' continued struggles. Later, they discussed what's wrong with the Cubs' collective approach at the plate during their long losing streak.

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote listened and reacted to third baseman Alex Bregman's comments about the Cubs' continued struggles.

Hour 2 features Adda Lavalle from AlBat breaking down whether Alex Bregman's massive contract would actually be worth it for the Cubs. Plus, Let's Go Racing continues as we draft the Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600 fields, and we wrap up the week with Friday Toasts! Follow The Drive on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook!

Once again, the Brewers showed they are a superior team, dominating a three-game sweep at Wrigley Field from start to finish. As the Cubs try to regroup, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain how they flipped from the hottest team in baseball to a club that looks completely discombobulated. Are the Brewers really that good? Shouldn’t Alex Bregman be better than this? And what do you want to see from Craig Counsell right now?

It has become the perfect baseball storm in Chicago these days. You have the feel-good, upstart White Sox, and the top-of-the-heap, big fish Cubs vying for attention in the Windy City. Matt Spiegel of 104.3 the Score in Chicago joins Bradfo to offer the perfect insight into what exactly is unfolding in this two-team city. There is also some opinions thrown around regarding the Pete Crow-Armstrong run-in, and Alex Bregman's early-season existence.

Peter and Fink check in on the biggest free agents this offseason. How are they doing? Then, they dive into Shohei Ohtani as a pitcher and hitter, Jarren Duran's struggles, and what they mean for the Boston Red Sox, and finally, Luis Arraez's blossoming into an elite defender. Time Stamps: Dan Wilson Blunder: 3:34Free Agent Check In: 15:21Shohei Ohtani: 39:10Jarren Duran: 49:00Luis Arraez: 59:05All the Important Links!Join our Just Baseball DiscordJust Baseball Merch! Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Use Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGM

What are fans most upset about with this Red Sox team? Is it the production of the team or the general management of the front office? Would you rather have kept Alex Bregman or gotten Pete Alonso?

Former Red Sox MVP Mo Vaughn joins Zach Gelb to discuss the state of the Red Sox. Vaughn talks about his own experience as a young player with the Red Sox, and thinks current young guys may be trying to do too much at the plate. Losing Rafael Devers and Alex Bregman hurts the rest of the lineup, and the team needs to find a way to retain their star veterans. We discuss Jaylen Brown and Jarren Duran's social media activity, and list the ways the Red Sox and Patriots can find success this season,

Is JJ Bleday's breakout for real, or is it just another early-season mirage? We break down the metrics to see who is actually "legit" and who is about to fall off a cliff as we enter Week 7 of the season.Hot Takes & DebatesThe "Washed" Alert: Defensive metrics often portend an offensive cliff. With Rafael Devers and Alex Bregman showing significant declines in bat speed and athleticism, it might be time to sell the name value before the floor drops out completely.The Maddux Effect: Bryce Elder's turnaround isn't luck—it's a mechanical overhaul. By ditching an ineffective sinker against lefties for a cutter learned from Greg Maddux, he's turned negative pitch values into positive ones across the board.Direct Quote: "He went from pitch tipping to pin tipping... J.J. Bleday looks legit. His bat speed is faster, his hard-hit rate is up to 57%, and he's swinging harder while making the same amount of contact."What You'll LearnJJ Bleday: Why his increased bat speed and 176 wRC+ suggest a permanent talent leap.Mickey Moniak: How to spot "noise" in Coors Field production and why his expected metrics scream "Sell."Griffin Jax: Strategic advice on when to buy into relievers transitioning into starting roles.Casey Schmidt: Why 15.3% of a team's total RBI production makes a player a must-roster in all formats.Juan Murillo: Identifying the high-velocity "Long Game" stash in Arizona before he takes the closer role from Paul Sewald.Follow and Rate Two Guys, One Roto on your favorite audio platform!Save 15% at fantasysixpack.net/plans with code F6PPODS

Connor McKnight previews White Sox-Royals series & Alex Bregman is struggling (Hour 4) full 2075 Tue, 12 May 2026 15:20:00 +0000 aIFDEzXCXVyRX7qhx1W5OXgnw8WE7COj sports Mully & Haugh Show sports Connor McKnight previews White Sox-Royals series & Alex Bregman is struggling (Hour 4) Mike Mulligan and David Haugh lead you into your work day by discussing the biggest sports storylines in Chicago and beyond. Along with breaking down the latest on the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox, Mully & Haugh routinely interview the top beat writers in the city as well as team executives, coaches and players. Recurring guests include Tribune reporter Brad Biggs, former Bears coach Dave Wannstedt, Pro Football Talk founder Mike Florio, Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer and Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy. Catch the Mully & Haugh Show live Monday through Friday (5 a.m.- 10 a.m. CT) on 104.3 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. For more, follow the show on X @mullyhaugh. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https:

Matt Spiegel and Gabe Ramirez discussed how Cubs manager Craig Counsell's feel for his players and lineups is having a terrific impact on his club. After that, the guys listened and reacted to Marquee Sports Network analyst Rick Sutcliffe compare Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker and Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman.

Matt Spiegel and Gabe Ramirez listened and reacted to Marquee Sports Network analyst Rick Sutcliffe compare Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker and Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman.

Early-Season Manager Firings An unusually high number of high-profile managers have been fired before the season even hit 30 games. Alex Cora's departure from Boston, why he turned down the Phillies job, and what it means for the Red Sox going forward — including the treatment of franchise legend Jason Varitek.NL Central Surprise Every team in the NL Central is above .500, a rare feat not matched by any other division. The American League, by comparison, has just four teams above .500 total.  break down why this division deserves more national attention and what it means at the trade deadline.Tampa Bay Rays Update The Rays are playing strong baseball, with the M's — Mound, Management, and Metrics — firing on all cylinders:Nick Martinez has emerged as a fan favorite and rotation anchorShane McClanahan's comeback story continues to impressSteven Matz is providing veteran leadership and consistencyJesse Schultz has looked outstanding in his early appearancesOBP, batting average, and stolen bases are all upGavin Lux is working his way up in AAA, with a key roster decision looming involving Taylor Walls and Ben WilliamsonFormer Rays Around the League Mark tracks ex-Rays including Josh Lowe (Angels), Jake Bauers (breaking up a Paul Skenes no-hit bid), and Nathaniel Lowe's walk-off home run. Kansas City Trip  a memorable trip to Kauffman StadiumMemorable trip to Kauffman StadiumMoving visit to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, including a chance encounter with President Bob KendrickReflections on Buck O'Neal's legacy and his connection to Florida historyThe Royals' iconic fountains, Friday night fireworks, and the famous "PaSquatch" Sasquatch mascot for Vinnie PasquantinoThe beloved outfield experience: putt-putt, batting cages, carousel, and BBQGame-by-game stats for Mike Trout and Salvador Perez across the Angels-Royals seriesStadium Funding Debate The Rays' public funding request has been reduced by ~$150M to ~$1 billion, but Hillsborough County officials say it still falls short. Mark and Mat broaden the conversation to the ethics of billion-dollar stadium spending across MLB and NFL, contrasting it with the Blue Jays' $500M Rogers Centre renovation.Most Intriguing Teams Right NowMark: Disappointed by the Blue Jays' slow start; keeping an eye on the Astros (11-19)Mat: The Oakland Athletics — underrated lineup (Nick Kurtz, Shea Langeliers, Carlos Cortez), a new stadium on the way, and a budget freed up for big movesThe Pirates also getting Mat's attention as a fun, under-covered teamABS (Automated Ball-Strike System) The guys discuss the ABS system's growing role in the game, including a malfunction during a Rays game that may have affected the outcome. Both hosts are bullish on its future, believing it levels the playing field and will eventually be used every pitch.2026 MLB Draft Preview With the Rays holding the 2nd overall pick, the debate is between:Grady Emerson (SS, toolsy with Bobby Witt Jr. comparisons)Von Lockey (C, Georgia Tech) — with the Rays historically lacking an elite catcher, this pick could change the franchiseKey Names Mentioned Alex Cora, Jason Varitek, Don Mattingly,  Bobby Witt Jr., Nick Martinez, Shane McClanahan, Steven Matz, Jesse Schultz, Gavin Lux, Taylor Walls, Ben Williamson, Mike Trout, Salvador Perez, Josh Lowe, Jake Bauers, Paul Skenes, Tarik Skubal, Willie Adames, Rafael Devers, Matt Chapman, Bob Kendrick, Buck O'Neal, Nick Kurtz, Shea Langeliers, Carlos Cortez, Alex Bregman, Isaac Paredes, Grady Emerson, Von Lockey, Cedric Mullins, Vinnie Pasquantino, Jose Ramirez

When the Chicago Cubs made some big moves this past offseason, the hope was to get the club back to its winning ways after a few disappointing seasons. Bringing in veteran Alex Bregman and star pitcher Edward Cabrera were just a few signs of that commitment, and so far this season, it's paying off for fans in the Windy City. On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman talk about what the Cubs are doing so well during their nine-game winning streak, which has them sitting atop the NL Central and ready for a big matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Even though their pitching staff has been depleted due to injuries, the Cubbies are ready to make some noise in the National League and make a statement in Los Angeles this weekend. Later, Jake and Jordan discuss the Atlanta Braves impressing this season in all facets of the game with their MLB-best 18–8 record, and how manager Walter Weiss set the tone early for this team to fight until the end of every game. They then get into the San Diego Padres signing Lucas Giolito, the New York Mets finally snapping their 12-game losing streak and make their picks for this week's edition of The Good, The Bad & The Uggla. 1:11 - The Opener: Cubs stay hot 19:00 - Field Report: Braves success in 2026 29:30 - Around the League: Padres sign Giolito 37:36 - Mets snap losing streak 44:35 - The Good 51:50 - The Bad 58:22 - The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

Your son may play 80 games in a single summer, but he can't tell you what he worked on at practice last week. Sound familiar?   Today's guest is Justin Cryer, former professional player, Ole Miss Rebel, former Houston Astros area scout, and now Director of Sports Marketing at Marucci.   Justin joined Matt at Marucci's newly opened Hitter's House in Scottsdale, Arizona, during Spring Training for a conversation that hits on everything from player development and scouting to travel ball and parenting. And beyond his role at Marucci, Justin brings another valuable perspective to the table: he's also a travel ball dad and coach for his 10-year-old son's team.   If you care about helping your son develop the right way, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Subscribe for the insider playbook on recruiting, the draft, and building your son's baseball career the smart way.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN ✔ What MLB scouts actually evaluate in your son — and why body type and character matter, sometimes more than the box score. ✔ The development-first framework: why you should flip the priority from exposure to development and what that looks like practically week to week ✔ Why Justin fought travel baseball for his own son — and what changed his mind ✔ What happens inside an MLB draft room that would surprise you — including why some top draft prospects can go undrafted ✔ Why making your son play another sport might be the best thing you do for his baseball career this year   Justin Cryer is a former Ole Miss pitcher who spent five drafts as an area scout for the Houston Astros covering Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, and Florida. He scouted Alex Bregman and put one of the highest grades in the organization on Kyle Tucker. Justin now leads Marucci's Marketing Department and gave us a tour of their Hitter's House in Scottsdale, Arizona — a baseball performance lab, bat fitting facility, and pro player training space. Justin coaches his 10-year-old son's travel team alongside former big leaguer pitcher Will Harris.   In this episode of the MVA Podcast, Matt Hannaford sits down with Justin at the Hitter's House to get the dual perspective you can't find anywhere else: what the professional baseball industry is actually looking for in your son, and how a dad with that insider knowledge is navigating travel ball for his own kid. Justin explains why the speed of youth baseball is forcing parents into decisions they're not ready to make, why 50 games and 50 practices beats 100 games, and why the best thing he did for his son was make him play flag football even though his son didn't love the idea. Whether your son is 10 or 17, this conversation will reshape how you think about his development.   ABOUT THE MVA PODCAST Matt Hannaford is an MLB agent who gives you the insider playbook on college recruiting, the transfer portal, and MLB Draft decisions. The Most Valuable Agent Podcast helps parents and players navigate the system with confidence.   #MVAPodcast #CollegeBaseball #TravelBaseball #YouthBaseball #MLBDraft #BaseballDad

Kourtney is joined by special guest, Reagan Bregman, mom of 2, entrepreneur and wife of Chicago Cubs third baseman, Alex Bregman,  The two chat about her experience at the World Baseball Classic (WBC) and how the environment compares to playoffs.  She talks about connecting with wives on other teams and how nervous she was during the games.  Kourtney asks how she is settling into Chicago and what excites her about the new baseball season.  They both talk about how they've been lucky to have been with such great welcoming organizations with the Boston Red Sox & the Chicago Cubs. Reagan recalls the story of how she met Alex and how quickly their relationship turned serious, mostly due to distance and the schedule of the baseball season.  She chats about balancing the schedule and the difference in the baseball lifestyle once you have children.  She recalls her postpartum experience after her first son and the difference with her second baby.  The two agree about the importance of talking about mental health and the role that social media can play in both helping and hurting a new mom. They wrap up the episode with a fun round of rapid fire questions. Follow Reagan: instagram.com/reaganelizabeth Follow Holding Kourt: instagram.com/holdingkourt Follow Kourt: instagram.com/court_with_a_K  

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman's struggles at the plate this season.

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 13-7 loss to the Phillies on Monday. Former Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber and current Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber hit two homers in Philadelphia's victory. Later, Harris and Grote discussed Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman's struggles at the plate this season.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris examined veteran third baseman Alex Bregman's impact on the Cubs' clubhouse.

In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Jon Greenberg of The Athletic to discuss the Bulls' search for a new lead executive and the latest Cubs storylines. After that, Rahimi and Harris examined veteran third baseman Alex Bregman's impact on the Cubs' clubhouse. Later, they held the Halftime segment.

Ben Maller discusses if Paul Skenes gets a mulligan for his poor outing because of the Pirates atrocious defense, what manager Craig Counsell should be concerned about with the Cubs, how Alex Bregman's maiden voyage with the Cubs went, Lame Jokes of the Week, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.