Podcast appearances and mentions of Jed Hoyer

- Retire Jon Lester and Kerry Wood's #34? - Updates to MLB lockout - Jed Hoyer speaks about Jed Hoyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00-8:15): Brian and Aubrey discussed the following news stories: “U.S. rings in New Year with Covid surge, scaled back celebrations and travel woes” “Illinois enters 2022 with record-high COVID cases, full hospitals, evolving risks and some hope” (8:15-16:43): Kevin Grillot, Executive Director of weDignify, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about the March for Life Chicago on Saturday January 8th.  Learn more about the March for Life Chicago at marchforlifechicago.org Learn more about weDignify at wedignify.org (16:43-25:17): Brian and Aubrey discussed Colleen Kane's Chicago Tribune article, “Chicago sports communities — from the Bears to the Cubs' Jed Hoyer — and NFL figures help raise more than $1 million for the son of late ESPN reporter Jeff Dickerson.”  (25:17-32:32): Brian and Aubrey reflected on the life of Betty White. “Betty White's legacy goes far beyond the screen” “Betty White on why she wasn't afraid of dying” (32:32-40:11): What are your prayers for the new year? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and unpacked Dennae Pierre's Christianity Today article, “Ten Prayers for the New Year.” (40:11-48:26): Brian and Aubrey reflected on the life of Desmond Tutu.   “Desmond Tutu, Archbishop and Apartheid Foe, Dies at 90” (48:26-57:34): Brian and Aubrey shared encouragement from “Tony Evans' New Year's Message for 2022.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this jumbo episode of the Madhouse Podcast, Jay Zawaski and James Neveau discuss all the recent Hawks news, then chat with attorney Kent Sinson. Kent offers his opinions on the Kyle Beach settlement and what awaits the Hawks in their settlement talks with John Doe 2.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

- Cubs weren't seriously in negotiation talks with Javy Báez - Jed Hoyer says starting pitching spending might be finished - Cubs top 49 prospects list announced by FanGraphs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hey Chicago what do you say the Cubs signed a guy today! Jed Hoyer pulls it off at the buzzer signing big time pitcher Marcus Stroman right before the lockout began. David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer, and Tim Stebbins discuss the signing and what else could be on the Cubs radar after an agreement with the players and owners gets done. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

***PODCAST WAS RECORDED BEFORE STEVEN MATZ SIGNS WITH THE CARDINALS***The Cubs are making moves to rebuild the roster and they start with looking for starting pitching. David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer, and Tim Stebbins discuss possible starting pitching free agents, hall of fame voting, and the philosophies of Jed Hoyer and Rick Hahn as both attempt to build championship rosters in Chicago.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cubs use Sammy Sosa so why won't they bring him back? Plus, Jed Hoyer lowers our expectations for the 2022 season. Plus a conversation with our listeners on the Spotify Greenroom app!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the final hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by former NBA player and Oak Park native Iman Shumpert to discuss his impressive performance on "Dancing With The Stars" on ABC. After that, Mulligan and Haugh listened and reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's comments on the Bernstein & Rahimi Show on Wednesday. Later, You Better You Bet host Nick Kostos joined the show to discuss the latest gambling lines and to share his favorite picks for the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer to discuss what the club wants to accomplish this offseason, its revamped front office, the likelihood of there being a work stoppage and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi were joined by Zach Zaidman for transition, where they shared their takeaways from Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's earlier interview on the Bernstein & Rahimi Show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi opened their show by welcoming on Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer to discuss what the club wants to accomplish this offseason, the likelihood of there being a work stoppage and more. After that, Bernstein and Rahimi reacted to the interview and discussed what the Cubs need to prioritize this offseason. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The GM Meetings have been filled with rumors, surprises, and updates. Gordon Wittenmyer live from San Diego joins David Kaplan and Tim Stebbins to discuss all the newest updates from conversations with Super agent Scott Boras, press conferences with Jed Hoyer, and various topics with other national and local beat writers about things involving or impacting the Cubs and their future.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Andy Martinez and Bruce Levine are on location and recap the GM Meetings.Then, they share their thoughts on the week, including a memorable road trip. The pair share what they think the Cubs' offseason will look like.Plus, Levine chats with Jed Hoyer and Carter Hawkins to go more in-depth on the Cubs' offseason.

We are finally back! And back with optimism! In this episode we go though our thoughts on the end of the cubs season and what we think the direction of the team is headed with the cubs introducing both a new GM and assistant GM to accompany Jed Hoyer in his quest to bring the cubs back into contention. We also look into what some top free agent targets could be for the cubs heading into the offseason and what a lock out could mean for the team moving forward. Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date whenever we upload new episodes!

The Cubs introduced their new general manager this week, Carter Hawkins. Cubs Weekly host Elise Menaker and Tony Andracki sum up the top takeaways from Hawkins' introductory press conference and explain how they think he fits in alongside Jed Hoyer in the front office.Plus, Menaker and Taylor McGregor detail their respective experiences doing in-game sideline reports throughout the 2021 season and all the challenges and changes that came with that role. Such topics include the impact of fans on the broadcasts, interacting with players for stories and the differences in this season compared to 2020.

It took Jed a whole year to find his guy but he did. The Cubs and Jed Hoyer officially welcome Carter Hawkins as the new GM, taking over Jed's old job as number 2 in baseball operations. Who is Carter? Was he the best available candidate? What's next for Jed as he fills out his executive roster? David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer, and Tim Stebbins discuss the new hire and will he be a major piece in making another championship roster.(2:20) - Impressions of Carter Hawkins(7:20) - Will Hawkins fix the issues of drafting and development? (15:00) - Did Jed Hoyer conduct a diverse interviewing process?(21:50) - Now that the GM is hired, what's next for Jed Hoyer?(26:00) - Biggest need for the Cubs this offseasonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MLB – Carter Hawkins joins Chicago Cubs as new general manager Carter Hawkins has been formally introduced as the Cubs' new general manager, stepping into a position that had been open since Jed Hoyer was promoted to president of baseball operations almost a year ago. Hawkins comes to Chicago after 14 seasons with Cleveland, including the last five as an assistant general manager. He also supervised the team's player development department. Hawkins says he is looking forward to helping the Cubs return to the playoffs. MLB – Major League Baseball – League Championship Series – Best of 7 Last Night Boston Red Sox 12, Houston Astros 3                                        (BOS leads 2-1) Red Sox 12, Astros 3 – Schwarber, Red Sox slam Astros 12-3, lead ALCS 2-1 Kyle Schwarber's grand slam helped the Red Sox rout the Houston Astros 12-3 to take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven AL Championship Series. One game after J.D. Martinez and Rafael Devers each hit a grand slam in Houston, Schwarber hit a second-inning 3-0 pitch out. Christian Arroyo homered in the third to give the wild-card Red Sox a 9-0 lead for the second game in a row. Martinez and Devers each homered again, and Kiké Hernández had two more hits for Boston. The Red Sox could advance to the World Series with win at Fenway Park in Games 4 and 5 on Tuesday and Wednesday. Tonight Atlanta Braves at Los Angeles Dodgers, 5:08 p.m.                      (ATL leads 2-0) Houston Astros at Boston Red Sox, 8:08 p.m.                             (BOS leads 2-1) NFL – National Football League – Week 6 Last Night Tennessee Titans 34, Buffalo Bills 31 Titans 34, Bills 31 – Titans stop Allen on 4th down, hang on to beat Bills 34-31 Derrick Henry scored his third touchdown with 3:05 left, and the Tennessee Titans stopped Josh Allen on a fourth-down quarterback sneak in the final seconds to beat Buffalo 34-31. The Bills' four-game winning streak was snapped. The AFC East leaders drove to the Titans 3 on their final possession and could have sent the game to overtime with a field goal, but instead went for the win, and didn't execute. On fourth down, the rugged quarterback moved from the shotgun to take the snap from under center. Tennessee's defensive line surged forward to meet Allen, whose legs went out from under him. NHL – National Hockey League Tonight Columbus Blue Jackets at Detroit Red Wings, 7:30 p.m. New York Islanders at Chicago Blackhawks, 8:00 p.m. NBA – National Basketball Association – 2021-22 Season Opener Tonight Brooklyn Nets at Milwaukee Bucks, 7:30 p.m. Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers, 10:00 p.m. NBA – NBA preview: Silver says he hopes Irving gets vaccinated Adam Silver, the basketball fan, would prefer to see Kyrie Irving on the court again with the Brooklyn Nets as soon as possible. Adam Silver, the NBA commissioner, would prefer to see Irving vaccinated. On the eve of the league's 75th anniversary season, the third to be impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, Silver said Monday that he hopes Irving — one of the few players in the league who has not yet chosen to be vaccinated — changes his mind before long and clears a path to get back on the floor with the Nets. NBA – NBA hires Danielle Scott, league's 6th female full-time ref Danielle Scott has become the sixth NBA female referee. The daughter of college basketball officials was promoted Monday to the full-time NBA staff referee roster. She joins Lauren Holtkamp-Sterling, Ashley Moyer-Gleich, Simone Jelks, Natalie Sago and Jenna Schroeder. That's the most female refs the NBA has ever had on staff at one time. Scott says she hopes the notion of female referees in the league no longer seems unusual. Kobe – LA County wants Vanessa Bryant to undergo psychiatric exam Los Angeles County is seeking to compel psychiatric evaluations for Kobe Bryant's widow and others to determine if they truly suffered e...

The Cubs Weekly Podcast panel ties a bow on the 2021 season, handing out superlatives. Host Elise Menaker, Bruce Levine and Tony Andracki offer their takes for the best moment of 2021, the biggest surprise, the most impactful roster move and more.Then, the trio turns its attention to the offseason and makes bold predictions for how the winter may play out for the Cubs, the top takeaways from the MLB postseason and early picks for 2022 breakouts.

- Jed Hoyer end-of-season press conference - Cubs name 4 GM candidates - 2021 pitching recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dingers crew reviews the Cubs season and looks forward to the future, they discuss Jed Hoyer's end of the year press conference, talk over what smart spending might look like and talk about the playoffs.

Jed Hoyer spoke to the media about the 2021 Cubs season and upcoming offseason. On today's episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, David Kaplan and Gordon Wittenmyer have the battle of the century as they discuss which path Hoyer and the Cubs should take for an efficient rebuild. Cubs beat reporter Tim Stebbins was on the pod as well but soon melted from the sheer fire of the takes. ENJOY!(2:05) - Should Jed Hoyer take a more aggressive approach to free agency than he's letting on?(6:40) - Round 1: Can the Cubs take anything from how the Giants and Rays built their rosters?(10:50) - Round 2: Is it disappointing that the Cubs have to rebuild again?(16:48) - Round 3: How much money should the Cubs spend in the offseason?(30:02) - Final Round: Does it make sense for the Cubs to spend if they won't win next year?(34:56) - Ode to Tim StebbinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer has a laundry list of tasks he and his front office need to accomplish this season. Catch his interview with Cole Wright on the Cubs Weekly Podcast about the team's top priorities this winter and how Hoyer plans to attack the offseason.Plus, Wright chats with Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez as the trio runs down their wish list for the Cubs offseason and what areas the Cubs need to address first.

The Cubs season is over and boy, did a lot of things happen. The Cubs Talk crew of David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer, and Tim Stebbins discuss the 2021 Cubs and how they will remember them, whether there's a core on this roster to build around, how Jed Hoyer will build this team back up, what's in the farm system, and a lot more.(2:00) - How will fans remember the 2021 Cubs?(9:40) - Will the Cubs compete in 2022? 2023?(24:20) - Will Cubs fans watch the team during a rebuild?(33:00) - Which player that came up this year will be a starter next year?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a jam-packed episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer, and Tim Stebbins discuss the shortstop options for the Cubs and how they can replace Javy Baez. They also discuss Jed Hoyer's comments on how the Cubs will treat free agency this year and how they will get back to competing. The crew also discuss Jed's comments on a potential David Ross extension and the overall job Ross has done this year in a rebuilding season for the Cubs, and in the second half of the podcast, Javy Baez sits down with Gordon Wittenmyer to discuss his free agency and his tenure with the Cubs.(2:40) - Jed Hoyer says the Cubs will spend aggressively but smartly in free agency(9:30) - What will be the Cubs payroll for the 2022 offseason(16:40) - Jed Hoyer plans to keep David Ross for the foreseeable future(25:10) - Javy Baez interview(29:20) - Javy on how he will approach free agency(36:20) - Javy discusses using the "thumbs down" gesture toward Mets fansSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

- Keegan Thompson's cutter usage increase - Adbert Alzolay continues to impress out of bullpen - David Ross likely will be extended - Jed Hoyer said that the team will be active in free agency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bruce Levine and David Haugh opened their show by reflecting on the White Sox clinching the AL Central on Thursday. The team also turned in a great bullpen performance Friday. Is that how good the bullpen needs to be for the White Sox to win in the playoffs? Later, they reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's media session Friday, when he shared insight on how the organization might approach free agency. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cubs have won 8 of 9 and are thoroughly enjoying their role as spoiler in September. Bruce Levine joins Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez on the Cubs Weekly Podcast to answer what the winning ways have taught us about this team and how the organization has navigated a strange time with David Ross' positive COVID test. Plus, the panel evaluates a slew of players and how they might fit on the Cubs roster in 2022 and beyond, including: Frank SchwindelPatrick WisdomRafael OrtegaAdrian SampsonAlec MillsMichael Hermosillo

The Cubs released Jake Arrieta after a rough few months, leaving only Jason Heyward, Kyle Hendricks, and Willson Contreras from the 2016 championship team. Gordon Wittenmyer and David Kaplan discuss the move and why the Cubs chose to do it now, and what Arrieta's second stint with the team means for his Cubs legacy.(1:55) - Cubs release Jake Arrieta after an awful outing and awkward exchange with a reporter(9:10) - Will the Cubs choose to do a quick turnaround and spend on free agents this offseason?(19:20)- Did Arrieta see how bad he was pitching?(27:20) - What led to Jed Hoyer making the final decision to release Arrieta?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast is all about the future. We welcome in MLB Pipeline's senior writer Jim Callis to break down the organization's top prospects, including how Brailyn Marquez's injury affects his stock, when Brennen Davis might arrive at Wrigley Field and initial takeaways from the Cubs' trade deadline haul.Plus, news and notes on Reginald Preciado, Kohl Franklin, Alexander Canario, Caleb Kilian, Cristian Hernandez and which prospect the Cubs received at the deadline was most surprising.Tony Andracki and Lance Brozdowski also preview the Marquee Sports Network Top 20 Cubs prospect midseason list that is set to hit the digital sphere in the coming days.

Today's word of the day is ‘zero tolerance' as in we have zero tolerance for this situation as in an incident happened in the Colorado Rockies game that we need to discuss. In the 9th inning vs the Marlins it sounded as if a fan screamed out a racial slur at Lewis Brinson. Some fans thought someone was yelling to the Rockies mascot. We're not going to get into what was said — we're going to discuss how this investigation is handled by the team. (14:50) Jed Hoyer spoke about the Cubs not being able to sign Bryant, Rizzo, or Baez to new deals before trading them away. Kris Bryant has responded to this. (22:50) So You Wanna Talk To Samson!? Someone asked me about the San Diego Padres possibly moving Fernando Tatis Jr to the outfield. Would I consider doing this? (33:00) Review: The Suicide Squad. (35:40) Wait to see updates — NBA investigating tampering. (41:10) NPPOD. (43:40) Xavien Howard gets more money from the Dolphins. This is a bad precedent to set if you're Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a new-look Cubs team on the field, there has been time for everyone involved to speak on a franchise-changing trade deadline. Jed Hoyer and Anthony Rizzo both discussed the Cubs' lack of extensions with their former All-Star core. The Cubs Talk crew of Tim Stebbins, Gordon Wittenmyer, Maddie Lee and David Kaplan discuss the Hoyer and Rizzo's comments. The crew also discusses what's next for the starting rotation the rest of this season, the chances any of the former core players will come back as free agents, and a lot more.(2:00) - Takeaways from the war of words between Jed Hoyer and Anthony Rizzo(8:40) - Should Cubs fans be excited about the starting rotation long term?(15:40) - Were the Cubs successful at the trade deadline?(23:30) - Could the Cubs go get a big time shortstop in the offseason?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Scott talks about who were the winners & losers of last week's MLB trade deadline, the biggest moves of the NBA free agency, beef between Jed Hoyer & the former Cubs Big 3 plus P Chopz of Complex joins to preview this upcoming NFL season

Ron, Pete, and Elliott jump on this week to recap the late July Cubs-Cardinals series and to speculate about what's coming for both teams at the Trade Deadline. Who is the most likely Cub to stay put, or will Jed Hoyer tear it all down? Will the Cardinals add or subtract next week? Rewatch this week's show on YouTube or Facebook. Follow us on Twitter. Follow us on Instagram. Like us on Facebook. Check out Gateway City Sports.

In the second hour, Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's recent comments as he did damage control after the MLB trade deadline. Later, the guys listened and reacted to wild audio from Lions coach Dan Campbell and questioned his caffeine consumption. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To understand the present, Cubs fans must understand the past. Cubs lose the Rockies 13-6, but what matters now is what Jed Hoyer and Tom Ricketts are saying to the media and how Cubs fans need to hold them to their statements. More fallout from Rizzo, Bryant, and Javy Baez trades. www.twitter.com/lockedoncubs www.twitter.com/joekilgallon Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Wild Alaskan Right now you can get $15 off your 1st box of premium seafood when you visit WildAlaskanCompany.com/MLB. Freshly Right now, Freshly is offering our listeners $40 off your first two orders when you go to Freshly.com/LockedOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We got Bulls info from KC Johnson and then Bears news from Brad Biggs followed by some Jed Hoyer sound you want to hear.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You did it, Parkins & Spiegel listeners! We raised enough money to get Danny Parkins in an authentic Brian Goodwin jersey at tonight's White Sox game. Cubs general manager Jed Hoyer is downplaying his recently-traded superstars returning this offseason. Manager David Ross is not.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi were joined by Cup of Coffee newsletter writer Craig Calcaterra to discuss the latest MLB storylines. After that, Bernstein and Rahimi discussed the Cubs' return in trading stars Anthony Rizzo, Javier Baez, Kris Bryant and Craig Kimbrel. Did they get enough in return or was lead executive Jed Hoyer too focused on satisfying the players' wishes? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi were joined by Cup of Coffee newsletter writer Craig Calcaterra to discuss the latest MLB storylines. After that, Bernstein and Rahimi discussed the Cubs' return in trading stars Anthony Rizzo, Javier Baez, Kris Bryant and Craig Kimbrel. Did they get enough in return or was lead executive Jed Hoyer too focused on satisfying the players' wishes? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's word of the day is ‘irrational exuberance' as in investor enthusiasm that drives asset prices higher than those assets justify as in NBA free agency is a frenzy! Teams are throwing around money at players that just don't make sense. 36-year old Chris Paul got $120M from the Phoenix Suns. There's no way that contract will come back to bite them. Lonzo Ball got $85M, Duncan Robinson and Jimmy Butler and Kyle Lowry got big money from the Miami Heat. Why is this happening? (14:50) Olympics update! Simone Biles returned to competition and earned a Bronze medal in the Balance Beam. Team USA Men's basketball beat Spain. Kevin Durant led the way. (19:00) The Boston Red Sox have a little issue. Why didn't the Red Sox make any moves? Was it a mistake? They're now 4 games back of the Tampa Bay Rays. (24:00) Jed Hoyer had to explain to his team why he traded away Anthony Rizzo, Javy Baez, and Kris Bryant. He was not happy with how negotiations went. Was it all horse hockey? (31:45) Review: Love Is Blind: After The Altar. (36:35) The Las Vegas Raiders have a John Gruden problem. He signed a huge deal and he hasn't done anything. The team is now in Vegas and reportedly owner Mark Davis says Gruden is not in a “win now” situation. WHAT? (38:45) NPPOD: The New York Yankees are not good. What was I thinking? (42:05) Let's update a wait to see on Tyler Glasnow.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cubs were off Monday night. Jed Hoyer spoke to ESPN 1000 and had some interesting things to say in regards to extension talks. Plus, Tom Ricketts writes a letter to season ticket holders. Also, I'm still very mad. www.twitter.com/lockedoncubs www.twitter.com/joekilgallon Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Wild Alaskan Right now you can get $15 off your 1st box of premium seafood when you visit WildAlaskanCompany.com/MLB. Freshly Right now, Freshly is offering our listeners $40 off your first two orders when you go to Freshly.com/LockedOn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second hour, Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi opened up the phone lines to get reaction from Score listeners about the Cubs' sell-off and their interview with president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. After that, Mets radio play-by-play announcer Wayne Randazzo joined the show to discuss what New York's addition of shortstop Javier Baez in a trade with the Cubs means for the team's playoff push. He also explained why the Mets failed to sign Vanderbilt right-hander Kumar Rocker, their recent first-round pick. Later, Bernstein and Rahimi conducted the Midday Midway, taking a look at some of the wildest and most intriguing headlines from around the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi opened up the phone lines to get reaction from Score listeners about the Cubs' sell-off and their interview with president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. After that, Mets radio play-by-play announcer Wayne Randazzo joined the show to discuss what New York's addition of shortstop Javier Baez in a trade with the Cubs means for the team's playoff push. He also explained why the Mets failed to sign Vanderbilt right-hander Kumar Rocker, their recent first-round pick. Later, Bernstein and Rahimi conducted the Midday Midway, taking a look at some of the wildest and most intriguing headlines from around the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi opened their show by welcoming on Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer to discuss the team's decision to trade stars Anthony Rizzo, Javier Baez and Kris Bryant ahead of the deadline last Friday. Hoyer discussed the club's new direction and did his best to answer a question that many fans have -- when will the Cubs spend and compete at a high level once again? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi opened their show by welcoming on Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer to discuss the team's decision to trade stars Anthony Rizzo, Javier Baez and Kris Bryant ahead of the deadline last Friday. Hoyer discussed the club's new direction and did his best to answer a question that many fans have -- when will the Cubs spend and compete at a high level once again? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The end of an era. As the trade deadline approached, Jed Hoyer officially ended the current Cubs era by trading Kris Bryant to the San Francisco Giants, Javy Baez to the New York Mets, and Craig Kimbrel to the White Sox. David Kaplan, Maddie Lee, Gordon Wittenmyer, and Tim Stebbins break down a crazy day of trades for the Cubs and discuss what's next for the organization, and discuss the end of an era for the 2016 World champion Cubs team.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cubs fall to the Reds 8-2 and trade deadline nears. Who's going where? Jed Hoyer plays it tight. Plus, I share one of my favorite trade deadlines as a Cubs fan. www.twitter.com/lockedoncubs Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Matt Spiegel and Chris Rongey today. The Chicago Cubs have begun their firesale, dealing relief pitcher Andrew Chafin to the Oakland Athletics last night. Did he and executive producer Shane RIordan ever get together to burn furniture? Then, a new team entered the Kris Bryant sweepstakes. What should Jed Hoyer be looking for in return for his dynamic slugger? Javy Baez stared down Amir Garret as the Cubs walked the Reds off last night. Seems like someone forgot they're a game under .500! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final hour, Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel were joined by Cubs television voice Jon "Boog" Sciambi to answer this question: Why isn't the Marquee Sports Network crew traveling to road games? Also, the guys reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer addressing the team's recent 11-game losing streak in speaking to the media for the first time in a while. How will it reconfigure the Cubs' approach moving forward? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand joins Jesse Rogers to discuss the decisions the Twins will make based on the next 10 days of play, why Oakland could be the perfect fit for Trevor Story, if Mike Rizzo of Jed Hoyer will be more popular at the trade deadline and protecting the health of hitters. Then, Joe West stops by after breaking the record for most games umped to talk about the tributes to him at last night’s game, embracing replay and a text from Kevin Costner. Later, White Sox GM Rick Hahn on his clubhouse rallying in the face of major injuries, Jose Abreu’s leadership, load management and sportsmanship.