Podcast appearances and mentions of Matt Shaw

Jameson Taillon took the mound as the Chicago Cubs exploded for 12 runs in a dominant win over the Miami Marlins! Kyle Tucker broke out of his slump with a big game at the plate, helping power the offense in support of Taillon's solid outing. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down Tucker's resurgence, Taillon's performance, and what this game means for the Cubs moving forward. Big game from Seiya Suzuki, Nico Hoerner, and Dansby Swanson! Will the Cubs win the series finale? Don't miss this postgame podcast packed with analysis, highlights, and all the key moments from Miami!

The Cubs have recalled Matt Shaw after he was on fire in the minors (2:30). ... Austin Hays needs to be rostered in more lageus (8:20). ... Kris Bubic vs. Robbie Ray was a masterpiece (15:51). ... Sonny Gray bounced back with a big start (20:18). ... Geraldo Perdomo won't stop hitting (21:49). ... News (25:15): Ronald Acuña could be back as soon as this weekend! ... Agustin Ramirez continues to impress (37:23). Any interest in these deep-league waiver wire hitters? ... Sell-high on these two pitchers (50:17)? ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates, streamers and Team Name Tuesday (55:30). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sptfy.com/QiKv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow FBT on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our FBT team on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FBTPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CPTowers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CBSScottWhite⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Roto_Frank⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our Facebook group at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ben Brown couldn't find his rhythm as the Chicago Cubs dropped a tough one on the road to the Miami Marlins. The young pitcher struggled early, putting the Cubs behind in a game they couldn't recover from. Despite some offensive flashes from Nico Hoerner, Miguel Amaya, Seiya Suzuki, and Dansby Swanson, it wasn't enough to overcome the deficit. Why didn't Kyle Tucker catch the ball in the last out? Join the CHGO Cubs crew as they break down Brown's outing, key moments in the loss, and what it means moving forward.

In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reacted to the highlights from Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's interview on the Mully & Haugh Show earlier in the day. After that, Cubs left fielder Ian Happ joined the show to discuss his imminent return from an oblique strain, third baseman Matt Shaw's return to the big leagues and more.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Cubs left fielder Ian Happ to discuss his imminent return from an oblique strain, third baseman Matt Shaw's return to the big leagues and more.

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In this week's Razzball Fantasy Baseball Podcast, we dive into the exciting wave of MLB call-ups and what they mean for your fantasy baseball roster. Catchers Moises Ballesteros (Cubs) and Dalton Rushing (Dodgers), along with versatile infielder Matt Shaw, have been brought up, but are they fantasy-ready or just names to stash? Please, blog, may I have some more?

Now that we're almost two full months into the season it's time to examine some of these slumping dynasty stars. Hosts Geoff Pontes and Dylan White dive into ten names and give you their recommendation to sell or to hold. (1:00) Dalton Rushing debut and expectations.(6:00) Matt Shaw recalled by the Cubs(9:00) Jared Jones UCL injury, likely to have Tommy John surgery(12:00) Mick Abel looks phenomenal debut.(16:00) Acuna returns this weekend, expectations ROS(19:00) Michael Harris hold or sell?(22:00) Bryan Reynolds hold or sell?(25:00) Luis Robert hold or sell?(28:00) Ozzie Albies hold or sell?(31:00) Ryan Mountcastle hold or sell?(33:00) Luis Castillo hold or sell?(35:00) Aaron Nola hold or sell?(37:00) Bowden Francis hold or sell?(40:00) Taj Bradley hold or sell?(44:00) Tanner Bibee hold or sell?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Cubs didn't really hesitate last month when they demoted Matt Shaw, the club's Opening Day third baseman and top prospect heading into the season. After a reset at Triple-A Iowa, Shaw is now back in The Show. What was the message sent to Shaw? How did his swing get so out of whack? Who else is out there if the Cubs want to make a move at the trade deadline? The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney get into all of those topics, plus more on the shaky state of the bullpen, and the injuries that are beginning to pile up around a first-place team.Download the HOF app and enter code FOUL to get a 7-day free trial + 50% off your first month at hofbets.comGet 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!

The Cubs had a very thoughtful plan to fix Matt Shaw's leg kick. They apparently forgot to tell him about it until last Saturday. David Brown is here to talk about the Cubs third base situation, the Orioles firing Brandon Hyde and hiring Doug Mansolino's kid, Kyle Schwarber hitting bombs at an incredible rate, the Dodgers finding the guy with the perfect name for their pitching staff, Earl Weaver's smoke pouch, John Lowenstein's stretcher prank, Jose Alvarado testing positive for not wanting to be fat, the many reasons to shun Pete Rose, the White Sox still being terrible, and more.

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.

Eno and DVR discuss a busy weekend of baseball news including the Orioles' dismissal of manager Brandon Hyde, an 80-game suspension for José Alvarado following a failed PED test, Mick Able's impressive debut, the upcoming return of Matt Shaw, and where the money went this weekend in fantasy baseball leagues.Rundown4:52 Brandon Hyde: Fired by Orioles12:21 José Alvarado Suspended 80 Games for Positive PED Test17:10 Mick Abel Impresses in Debut21:00 Hayden Wesneski to Undergo Tommy John Surgery26:41 Jared Jones: Will Have Follow-Up with Dr. Keith Meister on Tuesday30:09 Other News & Notes: Evan Carter, Spencer Strider & Matt Shaw33:30 Angels Sweep Dodgers in Freeway Series38:42 Where the Money Went: Drake Baldwin Earning More Starts, Big Bids on Jordan Romano, and Noah Cameron as a Temporary SolutionFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisProducer: Brian SmithExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed the Cubs being set to call up third baseman Matt Shaw from Triple-A Iowa, where he was working on adjustments after a rough start in the big leagues to open the season.

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed how third baseman Matt Shaw and right-hander Cade Horton fit on this Cubs roster.

In the second hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed how third baseman Matt Shaw and right-hander Cade Horton fit on this Cubs roster. The Cubs are set to recall Shaw from Triple-A Iowa to rejoin them for their upcoming series in Miami. After that, Jon Heyman of the New York Post and MLB Network joined the show to discuss the Cubs' stellar play, what to expect out of Shaw and more.

Pete Crow-Armstrong starred as the Chicago Cubs completed a dominant sweep of the White Sox in the Crosstown Classic at Wrigley Field. The Cubs' offense came alive behind PCA, Seiya Suzuki, Kyle Tucker, and Dansby Swanson, while the pitching staff shut down the Sox lineup. With this sweep, the Cubs continue building momentum in the NL Central race. Join the CHGO Cubs crew as they break down the big win, top performances, and what's next for the North Siders!

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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.

Cade Horton makes his highly anticipated Wrigley Field debut as the Chicago Cubs take on the Chicago White Sox in a heated Crosstown Showdown! The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down Horton's performance, the atmosphere at Wrigley, and what it means for the Cubs' rotation moving forward. Plus, we recap the key moments from the rivalry matchup and look ahead to the next stretch of games. Don't miss our full breakdown and reaction on the CHGO Cubs Podcast! Join Corey and Brendan for the CHGO Cubs Related Podcast.

In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris held the 5 On It segment, where they debated a variety of sports topics, including which rookie will have the biggest impact in the Cubs-White Sox series at Wrigley Field this weekend. Later, Rahimi and Harris listened to Cubs manager Craig Counsell's comments on how third baseman Matt Shaw is faring at Triple-A Iowa.

In the third hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer to preview the team's three-game series against the White Sox at Wrigley Field this weekend. After that, Mully and Haugh discussed how third baseman Matt Shaw is faring at Triple-A Iowa recently after the Cubs demoted him following a rough start to his time in the big leagues.

The Chicago Cubs secured a series win over the Miami Marlins at Wrigley Field, despite dropping the finale. Seiya Suzuki continued to shine at the plate, showing why he's a key part of the Cubs' offense. What is going on with Kyle Tucker? The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down the highs and lows of the series, standout performances, and what's next for the team. Don't miss this full postgame analysis and reaction from Wrigley!

Major League Baseball has officially reinstated two of the most controversial figures in the sport's history — Pete Rose and “Shoeless” Joe Jackson. With their lifetime bans lifted, the conversation around Hall of Fame eligibility and baseball's moral compass is back in the spotlight. In this CHGO breakdown, we dive into what MLB's stunning decision means for Rose, Jackson, and other banned players moving forward. Don't miss the full analysis and what this could signal for the game's future. 

Justin Turner came through in the clutch with a huge hit to lift the Chicago Cubs to a dramatic comeback win over the Miami Marlins at Wrigley Field. The Chicago Cubs have called up top catching prospect Moisés Ballesteros after Left fielder Ian Happ was placed on the 10-day injured list before Tuesday's game due to an oblique injury. After falling behind early, the Cubs battled back with key contributions from Kyle Tucker and Dansby Swanson. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down Turner's impact, standout performances, and what this win means for the team moving forward. Don't miss the full postgame reaction, analysis, and what to expect in the series finale!

Dansby Swanson crushed a home run as the Chicago Cubs took down the Miami Marlins at Wrigley Field! Dansby Swanson, Seiya Suzuki, Kyle Tucker, and Ian Happ led the offensive charge, while Colin Rea delivered a strong outing on the mound. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down all the key moments, standout performances, and what this win means moving forward. Don't miss the full postgame reaction and analysis from another exciting day at the Friendly Confines!

Pete Crow-Armstrong shined in Sunday's series finale in New York, but the Cubs couldn't close it out against the Mets on Mother's Day. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down PCA's big day at the plate and in the field, plus key moments from Kyle Tucker, Dansby Swanson, and Michael Busch. What went wrong for the bullpen late? Get all the postgame insight and reaction right here—your go-to source for Chicago Cubs analysis!

The Chicago Cubs have officially called up ace pitching prospect Cade Horton, and the future of the rotation just got a lot more exciting. What's going on with Ryan Pressly? With Justin Steele and Shota Imanaga out, do we like these bullpen moves? On today's CHGO Cubs Podcast, we break down Horton's scouting profile, pitch arsenal, and what fans can expect from his MLB debut. Don't miss our full reaction, analysis, and what this move means for the Cubs' postseason hopes. Corey and Brendan break it all down on this edition of the CHGO Cubs Related Podcast.

Vlad Sedler (@rotogut) and Mike Mager (@BronxYankees23) break down all the major happenings in fantasy baseball - hitters returning from the injury list, the Geraldo Perdomo breakout, Tigers & Mariners surging, lucky and unlucky hitters, weekend matchups, disaster starting pitchers to avoid and a look ahead to Week 8 FAAB.Injury News & Offensive Team PerformancesIvan Herrera, CardinalsTyler O'Neill and the low-T OriolesJackson Merrill returns and soon, CronenworthPick up Matt Shaw now?Josh Lowe next week?Will the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners cool off?Geraldo Perdomo and his insane BB/KWho is this new Pete Alonso?Cade Horton getting the callDiscussion about BABIPWeekend Matchups, Starts & SitsLook Ahead at Week 8 FAAB adds & DropsHyeseong KimDrop Noelvi Marte?Return of Teasin' Rece HindsHold CES?Week 8 Disaster Starting PitchersLuis Robert Jr. - Dodger or Phillie?The 2025 FTN Fantasy Baseball Guide is loaded with the best preseason fantasy baseball content, rankings, projections and fantasy tools! Join us this season at www.FTNFantasy.com. No team of analysts is better equipped to help you dominate your leagues. Featuring three NFBC overall champions!Our in-season content is loaded and includes our Industry Most-Accurate Daily and Weekly Projections & Rankings.Our weekly content schedule includes:Mondays - The Week Ahead (Lucas Biery)Mondays - NFBC Waiver Watch (Todd Whitestone)Wednesdays - The Bullpen Report (Dan Thompson)Thursdays - Gut Feelings (Vlad Sedler)Mondays/Fridays - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire (Joe Orrico/Adam Young)Saturdays/Sundays - Trust the Gut FAAB (Vlad Sedler) and Drops & Disasters (Mike Mager)Plus two of our roto-famous tracking tools:FILTH Pitcher Metric LeaderboardBullpen ReportYour fantasy baseball cheat code: FTN Fantasy Baseball

Dansby Swanson and Miguel Amaya delivered at the plate, but it wasn't enough as the Chicago Cubs lost to the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field. What happened with Kyle Tucker, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Seiya Suzuki? What happened with Ryan Pressly? The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down Swanson's performance, key moments that swung the game, and where the Cubs came up short. We also look ahead to the series finale and what the team needs to do to bounce back. Tap in for your full Cubs vs. Giants postgame reaction, analysis, and highlights!

The Chicago Cubs lost the series to the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field, raising big questions about the team's consistency. On this episode of the CHGO Cubs Postgame Podcast, we break down what went wrong, from pitching struggles to missed offensive opportunities. We also analyze performances from key players like Kyle Tucker, Dansby Swanson, Ian Happ, and Nico Hoerner, and what this loss means heading into the next series. Don't miss our full Cubs vs. Giants recap, analysis, and reaction!

On this brand new edition of Cubs On Tap, Tyler and Ron are back on the mic following the first two games of the Giants' series! The Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants will play for the series on Wednesday afternoon, but not before the boys get on the mics. Aside from game action, the guys dive into the state of PCA's confidence, the reaction to Ryan Pressly's Tuesday evening, and so much more. In addition, the Cade Horton debate conquers the episode, and gets the comments and the panelists going. Also, Matt Shaw's impending return this season is discussed for timing and impact. To close out the show, the guys preview Wednesday's rubber match. Cubs On Tap is presented by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OnTapSportsNet.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, your go-to source for Cubs news⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, analysis, and updates.Follow us on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CubbiesOnTap⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@OnTapSportsNet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Panelists: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JoeyKnowsNothin | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TeddyFreddy270 | @JuiceOnTap | @LuceOnTap | @Nick_OnTap | @SilentBob_2 | @Rich_Ebs

Cubs On Deck's Greg Huss discusses the current state of the Chicago Cubs prospects. Cade Horton, Matt Shaw, and Moises Ballesteros are the focus. They delve into the dynamics of the Cubs' defense, the impact of PCA on the team's performance, and the potential asks from other teams in trades.

The Chicago Cubs offense stayed red-hot in a big win over the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field, with key contributions from Carson Kelly, Ian Happ, and Dansby Swanson. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down all the big moments, including clutch hits, standout pitching, and how the lineup continues to produce. We'll also dive into how Matthew Boyd performed on the mound and what this win means for the Cubs moving forward. Plus, what is going on with Shota Imanaga? Don't miss your go-to source for Cubs postgame reactions, highlights, and analysis!

Chicago Cubs pitch Shota Imanaga was placed on the IL with a hamstring strain on Monday. With the Cubs rotation already missing Justin Steele for the remainder of the season, can the Cubs remain atop the NL Central in Shota's absence?

Scott Jenstad and Jeff Erickson break down the weekend news and the FAAB results of the week. ---00:00 MLB Pod 4-27-2500:30 Player Talk / Week 5 Preview01:00 Aaron Judge is just ridiculous (.432 / .520 / .792 – 270 wRC+)05:00 Taylor Ward (Worst OBP in baseball at .215)09:30 Marcus Semien (.179 with 2 HR / 1 SB – Keep playing him?)12:20 How good is Hunter Brown?14:40 Best winning % in the AL? Seattle Mariners – 6 wins in a row.17:20 NL West is wild, Dodgers 7 Wins in a row, Padres 5 wins in a row.19:10 7 Gamers: AL: Royals, White Sox; NL: Dodgers, DBacks, Braves, Reds19:40 Rockies: Home all week: 3 Det, 3 SD20:20 Padres: 3 @ NYY, 3 @ Col; Braves: 4 v Cin, 3 @ Pitt; Dodgers: 3 @ Mia, 4 @ AZ20:50 News and notes21:00 Triston Casas – Likely out for the year with a ruptured patellar tendon21:55 Shota Imanaga – Left early Sunday, left hamstring strain while covering first.23:50 Corbin Burnes – Missing start Monday with right shoulder inflammation – Dbacks hope no IL.24:25 Tommy Edman – 10 Day IL with an ankle injury.25:20 Yordan Alvarez – Missed the weekend with inflammation in right hand, no imaging needed25:40 Anthony Volpe – Sat Sunday after feeling pop in shoulder, but x-rays / MRI clean26:15 - Isiah Kiner-Falefa – IL with a right hammy strain; Otto Lopez – 10 Day IL with right ankle sprain26:30 Clarke Schmidt – Scratched Saturday with left side soreness, scheduled to now start Tuesday27:10 Jackson Merrill – Trending towards return on Monday; Jake Cronenworth – Could return next weekend31:50 Pitcher FAAB32:00 Starters32:15 Tony Gonsolin35:20 Gunnar Hoglund37:00 A.J. Smith-Shawver39:30 Ben Casparius (70% ME)41:50 Lance McCullers, Jr (Not available in most leagues)43:00 Ryan Weathers45:00 Michael Soroka46:00 Hunter Dobbins47:00 Logan Evans47:30 Relievers48:15 Evan Phillips49:30 Shelby Miller / Kevin Ginkel52:00 Hitter FAAB52:15 Coby Mayo & Hyeseong Kim53:35 Javier Baez (46% ME); Jeff McNeil (65% ME); Miguel Vargas (90% ME, 11% 12)57:30 Brandon Marsh (44% ME)1:00:00 Others - Daniel Schneeman; JP Crawford (58% ME); Chase Meidroth (51% ME); Zach Dezenzo (54% ME); Colt Ketih (42% ME); Javier Sanoja; Alexander Canario; Jorbit Vivas; Eli White; Addison Barger; Jhonkeny Noel; Zack Gelof; Jordan Lawlar Stash? (39% ME); Matt Shaw? (81% ME, 21% 12); Connor Wong (75% ME, 26% 12) Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Tommy Birch of the Des Moines Register to discuss how a trio of heralded Cubs prospects in third baseman Matt Shaw, right-hander Cade Horton and catcher Moises Ballesteros are faring at Triple-A Iowa.

In the second hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed how a handful of Cubs are performing at an All-Star level, including designated hitter Seiya Suzuki. Later, Tommy Birch of the Des Moines Register joined the show to discuss how a trio of heralded Cubs prospects in third baseman Matt Shaw, right-hander Cade Horton and catcher Moises Ballesteros are faring at Triple-A Iowa.

Ian Happ had a strong night at the plate, but it wasn't enough as the Chicago Cubs fell to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Kyle Tucker, Dansby Swanson, and Seiya Suzuki had a quiet night. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down the key moments from the game, what went wrong, and how the Cubs can bounce back. We'll dive into Ian Happ's performance, bullpen issues, and lineup decisions from Craig Counsell. Don't miss your go-to source for Cubs postgame analysis, highlights, and reactions!

The Chicago Cubs offense exploded for 4 home runs in a huge road win over the Pittsburgh Pirates! Pete Crow-Armstrong, Carson Kelly, Dansby Swanson, Seiya Suzuki, and the rest of the lineup powered the Cubs to a statement victory at PNC Park. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down every big swing, standout performance, and what this win means going forward. Don't miss our full Cubs postgame analysis, highlights, and reactions!

With the offense rolling through the first month of the season, Cubs hitting coach Dustin Kelly joins Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic for a wide-ranging conversation. Kelly explains the evolution of Pete Crow-Armstrong's game and the impact since Kyle Tucker's arrival. Plus, the message sent to Matt Shaw when he got sent down to the minors and why the Cubs aren't worried about Dansby Swanson's early offensive struggles. Within this Q&A, Kelly also gets into the vibes at Wrigley Field and how the club has turned the ballpark into a real advantage.Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code FOUL.Use code FOUL for 20% off your first purchase on Rhoback.com Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!

The Chicago Cubs are entering the most important stretch of their season — the division race is heating up! Can players like Kyle Tucker, Seiya Suzuki, Nico Hoerner, and Shota Imanaga rise to the challenge and lead the Cubs to a playoff push? The CHGO Cubs Podcast crew breaks down what's ahead, key matchups to watch, and the biggest obstacles standing in the Cubs' way. Join us for in-depth Cubs analysis, live reactions, and everything you need to know as Ian Happ and the rest of the squad gear up for the division battle!

The Chicago Cubs lose to the Philadelphia Phillies in extra innings 3-1 on Sunday Night Baseball. Jameson Taillon delivered seven strong innings, shutting down Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber but walks from the bullpen continue to haunt the Cubs. Join us NOW Sickos with CHGO Cubs hosts Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo to recap all the action!

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The Chicago Cubs have taken the season series from the Dodgers, winning 4 out of 7 in 2025. Pete Crow-Armstrong came up huge as the Cubs took down the Dodgers and clinched the season series! The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down PCA's breakout performance, key moments from the win, and what it means for the Cubs moving forward. We dive into the offense heating up, the pitching holding strong, and how this series could be a turning point. Don't miss this postgame breakdown packed with analysis, highlights, and big-picture Cubs talk! Join Luke, Cody and Kevin as they break down another come-from-behind win.

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Ian Happ and the Chicago Cubs came up big at Wrigley Field, taking down the Los Angeles Dodgers in an impressive all-around performance. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down key moments from the win, including standout plays, clutch hitting, and strong pitching. Kyle Tucker, Seiya Suzuki, Michael Busch, and Pete Crow-Armstrong gave strong performances. How did the Cubs manage to outplay one of MLB's top teams? Don't miss the full postgame analysis, reactions, and what this win means moving forward on the CHGO Cubs Postgame Podcast.

Tyler Mahle is off to a great start (3:27)! ... Tyler Soderstrom keeps crushing homers (10:47). ... Shea Langeliers and Alex Bregman both had big games (15:36). ... News (19:48): Matt Shaw was optioned, Bobby Miller will start Wednesday and Logan Henderson was recalled by the Brewers. ... Geraldo Perdomo is off to a hot start (31:54). ... Any interest in Quinn Priester (42:45)? ... Let's fire up the Worry-O-Meter for these eight struggling hitters (44:37). ... What do we make of these confusing pitchers (53:36)? ... These pitchers had rough starts on Tuesday (57:53). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (1:02:30). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: https://sptfy.com/QiKv Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi Follow FBT on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1 Follow our FBT team on Twitter: @FBTPod, @CPTowers @CBSScottWhite, @Roto_Frank Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices