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The Cubs are fully in postseason mode, making spectacular defensive plays, deploying their bullpen aggressively, and spraying champagne and beer all over the clubhouse. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney take you behind the scenes to explain the moments won the Wild Card Series that eliminated the Padres, and describe the current vibes in the clubhouse. Plus, a look ahead to a must-see series in Milwaukee, where Craig Counsell will return as the villain and try to end the Brewers' magical season.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets if your bet wins. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What was Craig Counsell thinking? And does it really matter when the offense scores zero runs? The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney are back to break down Game 2 of a National League Wild Card Series that suddenly shifted when San Diego's stars came out at Wrigley Field and the Cubs' curious pitching plans did not work out. It's also time to look ahead and identify what will determine the elimination game.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets if your bet wins. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Richards: Sahadev Sharma breaks down Cubs' loss to Padres in Game 2 (Hour 2) full 2431 Thu, 02 Oct 2025 02:09:57 +0000 c8uXZCCt8SdvgMz58TeM2B2yM86NlxsL sports Score Evenings sports Richards: Sahadev Sharma breaks down Cubs' loss to Padres in Game 2 (Hour 2) 670 The Score personalities react to the latest Chicago sports news and storylines. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.a
What an atmosphere. In taking control of their National League Wild Card Series, the Cubs restored the big-game energy at the Friendly Confines. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney break down Tuesday's Game 1 win over the Padres. Between the huge swings by Seiya Suzuki and Carson Kelly, Craig Counsell's bullpen usage and Dansby Swanson's momentum-shifting defense, the Cubs showed their blueprint for October.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets if your bet wins.Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide, plus an extra 20% off select favorites and more limited-time deals during their Early Black Friday Sale. Use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
There's a full scouting report within this Wild Card crossover episode between North Side Territory and Friar Territory. Who's going to be the hero (or the goat)? Which team has the pitching edge? Will home-field advantage matter? Kyle Glaser, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney break down the star personalities, matchups and X-factors that will decide this best-of-three series at Wrigley Field.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets if your bet wins.Get 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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Maybe there's a scenario in which Cade Horton throws another pitch for the Cubs this year. But for now, the club is operating under the assumption that Horton will be unavailable until at least the National League Championship Series. And that's only if the Cubs advance that far and Horton recovers from a fractured rib in time. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney detail the Horton situation and how the Cubs are planning for their wild-card matchup against the Padres.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $300 in bonus bets instantly, plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV.Go to Superpower.com to learn more and lock in the special $199 price while it lasts. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpod Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Cubs still want to make sure this wild-card series will be played at Wrigley Field, but their playoff opponent is now set. In some ways, the Padres are a lot like the Cubs heading into the postseason. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney give you their early scouting report and the storylines they are already monitoring, beginning with Cade Horton's status, Shota Imanaga's recent struggles and why Moisés Ballesteros is someone who could step up in a big moment.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $300 in bonus bets instantly, plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV.Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event and use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Lance Brozdowski is joined by Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic to preview the Cubs playoff chances, roster decisions for the Wild Card round, and how much Kyle Tucker's injuries this season will impact his offseason earnings.
How concerned should Cubs fans be right now? The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney try to separate it all out during the final week of the regular season. Instead of cruising into the playoffs, the Cubs are dealing with a Cade Horton situation and a still uncertain timeline for Kyle Tucker. There is also added context around Matt Shaw's decision to miss a game and attend Charlie Kirk's memorial service.Go to Superpower.com to learn more and lock in the special $199 price while it lasts. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpodGet 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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Following their big celebration in Pittsburgh, the Cubs were swept out of Cincinnati. The final week of the regular season continues with the Cubs on their longest losing streak of the year. How concerned should Cubs fans be right now? The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney share what they're hearing in and around the clubhouse as October approaches.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $300 in bonus bets instantly, plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV.For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL20 and use code FOUL20 Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Is the offense still a concern heading into the playoffs? And why would anyone other than Cade Horton start Game 1 for the Cubs? The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney dig into those questions and more, assessing a lineup that's missing Kyle Horton, and tracking Horton's development into one of the sport's best young pitchers. Internally, those postseason conversations have already begun.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $300 in bonus bets instantly, plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV.Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Cubs are advancing to the postseason for the first time since 2020, an achievement that the team celebrated wildly in Pittsburgh. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney take you behind the scenes to capture the sights, sounds and smells from PNC's visiting clubhouse. The moment revealed so many parts of the team's identity, and served as a reminder that these opportunities should never be taken for granted.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $300 in bonus bets instantly, plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV.Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It feels inevitable. The Cubs are so close to clinching their first playoff berth since 2020 that even the people in uniform are thinking ahead and looking beyond that night's game. For a behind-the-scenes perspective on what it's like in the clubhouse right now, listen to The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney. The beat reporters explain how Cubs manager Craig Counsell is lining up the pitching staff for October, and why Pete Crow-Armstrong is looking forward to a reset in the playoffs. Plus: Is it time to be concerned about Kyle Tucker yet?Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $300 in bonus bets instantly, plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV.Get 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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
With the playoffs approaching, you have questions, and Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney have answers. The Athletic's Cubs writers respond to listeners who want to know who will be starting Game 1 at Wrigley Field: Matthew Boyd, Cade Horton or Shota Imanaga? Plus a look at who might be the Opening Day right fielder next year, and what the Cubs will be targeting on the free-agent market this winter.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $300 in bonus bets instantly, plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV.Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
One of the most popular players in franchise history is returning to Wrigley Field. Ahead of the ceremonial weekend marking Anthony Rizzo's retirement and new role as a Cubs ambassador, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney look back on what made that era so special, and why people gravitated toward the big first baseman. The Athletic's Cubs writers also dig into the decision to (finally) put All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker on the injured list, and how general manager Carter Hawkins is emerging as a strong candidate to take over the Nationals.Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide during their Red-Hot Sale Event and use Promo Code FOUL at checkout for an extra $35 off.For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.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!
Where to begin? Cubs closer Daniel Palencia is now on the injured list, though his recent performance was already putting his bullpen role in doubt. Kyle Tucker and Pete Crow-Armstrong seemed to benefit from their mental resets, but then the All-Star outfielders got hurt. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain how Cubs manager Craig Counsell is looking at the bullpen situation, and why he is sounding frustrated with the offense. It raises a question: Does this team look ready for the playoffs?Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $300 in bonus bets instantly, plus over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTubeTV.Get 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!
As the Cubs prepare for October, The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney are here to answer questions from listeners who want to know about the Cade Horton plan and what it could look like in the playoffs. Pitching is a focus throughout the episode, explaining how Craig Counsell and his staff could map things out in a postseason series. Also, does anyone remember what the Cubs got in return for Cody Bellinger in that offseason deal with the Yankees? Follow the money.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL to unlock Ghost Leg. Ghost your losses. Get your payout.Get 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!
With Chicago's playoff odds holding steady, The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney are back for a rundown on some of the club's most important players. How the Cubs handle Kyle Tucker's latest injury issue will be interesting. The hope is that Pete Crow-Armstrong will benefit from the kind of reset that Tucker took recently. And what has been the reaction within the clubhouse to the very conservative approach to Cade Horton's workload? Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets instantly. Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL! #trueclassicpod Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
With the wild-card odds overwhelmingly in their favor, the Cubs can use this final month of the season to their advantage. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney start with Pete Crow-Armstrong, who has cooled off considerably after an MVP-level stretch that carried the team. What does Kevin Alcántara's promotion from Triple-A Iowa mean for Crow-Armstrong? Plus, a full analysis of Chicago's recent additions for the stretch run, including an explanation of the move for Carlos Santana, the impact on Justin Turner, and why it is not too soon to start thinking about the playoff rotation.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets instantly.Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL! #trueclassicpod Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
You have questions, we have answers. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney are back with another edition of their mailbag, which not surprisingly revolves around Craig Counsell's decisions at a time when the offense is struggling. The Athletic writers explain what the Cubs manager is thinking and what they're observing in the clubhouse. In addition to context on Matt Shaw's development and Seiya Suzuki's struggles, there are insights into the club's pitching plans as October begins to come into focus. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $300 in bonus bets instantly.For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.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!
With a West Coast trip in full swing, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney get together to bring you the latest on the Cubs. There are updates on Jameson Taillon and the club's pitching plans for October, vibe checks in San Francisco, and first impressions of the 2026 schedule that just got released. Inspired by pitching Tommy Hottovy – who recently put Kyle Hendrick on his “Mount Rushmore of Cubs pitchers” – The Athletic writers offer their ideas.Earn points on rent and around your neighborhood, wherever you call home, by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL.For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.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!
After a mental reset/three-game benching, Kyle Tucker again looked like the difference-maker the Cubs will need to go on a long playoff run. How did it get to this point? And what were the reactions in the clubhouse and the dugout? The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney compare notes and share reporting from Angel Stadium after a three-game sweep that put a little heat on the Brewers in the division race.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets instantly.Get 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!
In a recent TV appearance, Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred fueled talk about expansion and reconfigured divisions. How would that impact the Cubs? Even if these concepts are off in the distance, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney have some ideas. The Athletic's Cubs beat writers also get into the state of the pitching staff and the idea that maybe it's time to just focus on the wild card.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets instantly.Get 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!
Recognizing that a moment had slipped away, Cubs manager Craig Counsell was not overly enthusiastic after his club won a five-game series against the division leader. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney analyze where things stand after the Cubs did not gain a lot of ground on Milwaukee. Plus more on the Kyle Tucker situation and the organization's deliberate development plan for Owen Caissie.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets instantly.Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at rula.com/foul! #rulapod Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
What once would have seemed unthinkable suddenly became inevitable. With Kyle Tucker going through the worst offensive stretch of his career – and the Wrigley Field crowds turning on him – Cubs manager Craig Counsell decided to give him a break during a huge series against the first-place Brewers. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney analyze what led to this point and how the Cubs could get out of it. Plus more news and notes from the Friendly Confines.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets instantly.Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/FOUL! #trueclassicpod Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
The fallout from an underwhelming trade deadline continues. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney are back to take more questions from listeners, beginning with Carter Hawkins' recent comments to ESPN. What did the Cubs general manager mean by the 2032 quote that has gone viral? Plus, much more on what makes the Brewers so good, and so frustrating for Cubs personnel and Cubs fans. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets instantly.Go to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
At this point, it's not an overreaction. The Cubs are playing an uninspired brand of baseball while continuing to lose ground in the National League Central. It's time to sound the alarm bells. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain the current mood within the clubhouse as well as the larger organizational forces that have created this environment. While the Cubs still have time to turn things around, any changes have to happen fast.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets instantly.Get 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!
It's happening again. That small-market team in Milwaukee has taken control of the National League Central, leaving the Cubs to play catch-up and making their recent performance look even worse. What's the current mood inside the clubhouse? The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney share their insights and explain whether it's time to panic. Their discussion also involves recent developments with young players such as Matt Shaw and Pete Crow-Armstrong, as well as how Craig Counsell is handling the situation.Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. One item per box with active subscription. Free meals applied as a discount on the first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets instantly. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
Sahadev Sharma checks-in from St. Louis before the Cubs finale vs Cardinals (Hour 4) full 2464 Sun, 10 Aug 2025 17:43:17 +0000 x6XamShla5gyLYHISIjThJVjREFAT9jI sports Hit & Run with Matt Spiegel sports Sahadev Sharma checks-in from St. Louis before the Cubs finale vs Cardinals (Hour 4) Hit & Run is a Chicago baseball staple, airing Sundays at 9 a.m. on 670 The Score during the MLB season. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://
After an MVP-level start carried the Cubs into the summer, and fueled more talk about the huge contract he could command this winter, Kyle Tucker has slumped at an inopportune time. Is this a physical issue, a mechanical flaw or simply just the nature of a long baseball season? Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney pass along what they're hearing. The Athletic's Cubs beat writers also discuss the emergence of Cade Horton and the faith the organization showed in the young pitcher at the trade deadline. For 20% off your first purchase, head to FairHarborClothing.com/FOUL and use code FOULGet 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!
Hindsight is 20/20, but this was an immediate question following MLB's trade deadline: Why didn't the Cubs acquire another starter for the stretch run? Michael Soroka's shoulder injury only amplified those concerns. What did the Cubs know about his time with the Nationals? How did his velocity dip factor into the deal? The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney share what they've learned. Plus the latest from Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts on Jed Hoyer's contract extension, and a look ahead to the 2027 All-Star Game at Wrigley Field.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULDownload the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL, bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets instantly. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Cubs president of business operations Crane Kenney to discuss MLB officially announcing that Wrigley Field will host the 2027 All-Star Game. After that, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic joined the show to discuss the Cubs' additions at the trade deadline and their failure to land a frontline starting pitcher. Later, Rahimi and Harris discussed Cubs star right fielder Kyle Tucker's future with the organization.
Both of these things can be true: The Cubs significantly improved their roster and missed a great opportunity. Time will tell whether the Cubs made the right moves at the trade deadline, but Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney are here to give you their instant analysis. The Athletic writers break down each deal, relay what Jed Hoyer's front office was thinking and explain why the Cubs didn't acquire that top-of-the-rotation starter for Game 1 of a potential playoff series at Wrigley Field.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL to get $150 in bonus bets with a $5 bet! #DKPartnerGet 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!
With the trade deadline looming, the Cubs took one potential distraction off the table, finalizing a deal with president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. What does this mean? And where do the Cubs go from here? The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain the timing, assess the Hoyer era thus far and describe the clubhouse reactions. While this rebuilding project now looks promising, the job is still incomplete.Go to Superpower.com and use code FOUL to get $50 off your annual Superpower subscription. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpodGo to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
The death of “Ryno” hit people hard. The Hall of Famer bonded generations of Cubs fans who watched him perform at Wrigley Field and on the WGN superstation. More than that, though, Ryne Dee Sandberg carried himself with grace and humility, playing the game the right way, as he so eloquently described in a memorable Cooperstown speech. For perspective, The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney describe a somber scene in the postgame clubhouse and the connection felt by the current group of Cubs.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL to get $150 in bonus bets with a $5 bet! #DKPartnerGo to Surfshark.com/foul or use code FOUL at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
As the baseball industry heats up in late July, The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney are back to answer more questions from listeners. The trade deadline, of course, remains the big topic. Why have things been relatively quiet so far? What would it take to move Owen Caissie in a deal? Could the Cubs put some major-league players on the block? Plus more on the new-and-improved atmosphere in the clubhouse and the genius of Shota Imanaga.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL to get $150 in bonus bets with a $5 bet! #DKPartnerTry Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
It's no secret that the Cubs are actively searching for more pitching and trying to make deals within this final week before the trade deadline. Between injuries, organizational pressure and a neck-and-neck race with the Brewers, it's inevitable that the Cubs will make additions to their rotation and bullpen. Who is on their radar? Virtually every player who might get traded this summer. But The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney narrow it down to 22 names through their reporting and institutional knowledge.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULDownload the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL to get $150 in bonus bets with a $5 bet! #DKPartner Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
In the final hour, Ramie Makhlouf was joined by Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic to discuss the Cubs' needs as the trade deadline looms. Later, Makhlouf listened and reacted to Bears head coach Ben Johnson's press conference from Tuesday.
The Brewers will not let up, forcing the Cubs to stay on top of their game and turning this into a true division race. With the July 31 trade deadline fast approaching, The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney empty their notebooks and share what they're hearing about the situation at third base, some new pitching names on the radar and how the bullpen could be reorganized for the playoff push.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL to get $150 in bonus bets with a $5 bet! #DKPartnerTry Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
Looking ahead to the second half, The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain what Kyle Tucker has brought to the Cubs and the expectations that both sides have at this point. With Tucker being the potential No. 1 free agent this offseason, the Cubs have to maximize their time with the All-Star outfielder. What sort of trade chips will team president Jed Hoyer bring to the table? Listen and find out.Start paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to joinbilt.com/FOULDownload the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL to get $150 in bonus bets with a $5 bet! #DKPartner Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
With the All-Star break almost over, The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney answer questions from listeners about the Cubs' plans for the trade deadline and whether president of president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer has already earned a contract extension. Plus a few more updates on what to expect in the second half. Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOULStart paying rent through Bilt and take advantage of your Neighborhood Benefits™ by going to joinbilt.com/FOUL Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
The Cubs should enjoy their All-Star break, because they will be immediately tested. From a Brewers team that won't go away to a pressure-packed trade deadline to the playoffs-or-bust expectations, there won't be many dull moments. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney identify the major storylines that will determine whether this season is a success or a failure.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL to get $150 in bonus bets with a $5 bet! #DKPartnerTAP IN to get 20% off Nex Playground, a $50 savings! Play over 45 games including Fruit Ninja, Starri, and Homerun Heroes: Starstrikers! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
Through their reporting, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney have some on the names on Chicago's radar as the baseball industry approaches the July 31 trade deadline. Besides specific targets, the two beat writers from The Athletic also explain the broader thinking in the front office and the clubhouse, how the Cubs are looking at both this year and next season while evaluating talent and all sorts of possibilities.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FOUL to get $150 in bonus bets with a $5 bet! #DKPartnerTry Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using code FOUL at https://huel.com/foul. Fuel your best performance with Huel today! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
The Full Go returns as Jason begins the podcast by giving a quick preview of Bulls' summer league team. He discusses the decisions that have to be made between Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White, and what he's looking for from Matas Buzelis in Las Vegas. Next, Jason talks about his experience at a Wu-Tang concert. To wrap, Jason welcomes The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma to talk about Seiya Suzuki's development, Michael Busch progressing into a force in the lineup, and what the Cubs need to add at the trade deadline (44:25). Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Sahadev Sharma Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's that time of year. Cubs officials are simultaneously preparing for the 2025 MLB Draft and the July 31 trade deadline. For insights and perspective on what's going on behind the scenes at Wrigley Field, pay attention to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer, who sits down for a wide-ranging Q&A with The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney. It's a must-listen interview that gets into the dynamics within the trade market, what the Cubs are looking for right now, the calculus around Kyle Tucker, Craig Counsell's influence and much more.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic to break down the Cubs winning two of three games against the Cardinals over the weekend and first baseman Michael Busch's continued success. He also discussed Cubs right-hander Jameson Taillon landing on the injured list and how the trade market is shaping up.
In the final hour, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how the Cubs are well-positioned to be a World Series contender but still have a few flaws to address. After that, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic joined the show to break down the Cubs winning two of three games against the Cardinals over the weekend and to discuss how the trade market is shaping up.
The Cubs put on a great show over the holiday weekend, dominating the Cardinals on the Fourth of July and “Sunday Night Baseball.” The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney compare their notes from Wrigley Field, sharing the latest on the club's ideas for the trade deadline and beyond. Plus more on how the Cubs will navigate Jameson Taillon's injury and why Matthew Boyd is such a deserving All-Star.Go to GreenChef.com/50TERRITORY and use code 50TERRITORY to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube!
Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic to discuss Cubs star Kyle Tucker's superb season and the latest storylines surrounding the club.
In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened to former Cubs coach Mike Napoli share a story about longtime MLB manager Terry Francona allowing him to miss an obligation while he was hot at a blackjack table. After that, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic joined the show to discuss Cubs star Kyle Tucker's superb season and the latest storylines surrounding the club.