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Matt and Sam discuss the Cubs going over the luxury tax for the first time since 2019 and what it means. Plus: Matthew Boyd named the Opening Day starter, Matt Shaw playing 1B, and more.

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Matt and Sam each give their bold predictions for the 2026 Cubs season. Then, they discuss the WBC disaster and how Mark DeRosa seemed to not know the situation.

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Sam discusses the Locked On top 100 list and why a certain Cub was ranked too low. He then talks about the WBC and how enjoyable it has been. The show closes with some Moises Ballesteros praise and why he can be an X factor this season.

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Matt and Sayre discuss Edward Cabrera, spring training over the last few days, the World Baseball Classic, and more.

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Matt and Sam give a full overview of the first 50 games of the 2026 season for the Cubs.

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Sam and Matt discuss Ian Happs potential 2026 and if this could be his last with the Cubs. Then, they talk about the last roster spot for the Cubs and who is the favorite for it. The show concludes with best/worst of the week.

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Sam and Matt discuss why Cade Horton should be the opening day starter for the Cubs. They then talk about PCA and his reactions when he makes an out. The show closes with some WBC reactions and a big injury story around the league.

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Sam goes into the Cubs opening day lineup and projects the best version of the order. He then dives into Nico Hoerner's season preview. The show closes with some hot and cold performances from spring training.

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Matt and Matt go through the entire Opening Day roster projection for the Cubs.

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Matt and Sam discuss the starting rotation depth, including an encouraging update on Justin Steele. Plus: Ben Brown is an intriguing option this season and more.

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Matt and Sam discuss Cade Horton's outlook for the 2026 season and much more.

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Sam and Matt discuss the Tyler Austin injury and who will replace him. They then have an interesting conversation about the ABS system and how it could impact game strategy across the league.

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Sam has a guest on to talk Justin Steele and more. He then previews Seiya Suzukis season and talks about the very cool Pete Crow-Armstrong article in Chicago Magazine which is linked below.

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Matt and Joe go through the reasons why the Cubs made a late move with the signing of Michael Conforto. Plus: The outlook for the bench, Moises Ballesteros arriving to camp, and more.

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Matt and Sam discuss Jameson Taillon, observations from the first three games of spring training, and Tom Ricketts saying Marquee is "one of the best things (the Cubs) ever did."

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Sam and Matt discuss Shota Imanaga and if he was pitching a bit hurt last year. They then have some fun with 0-100 and best/worst of the week. Happy Spring Training Baseball!

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Sam and Matt project out Alex Bregman's season and why his intangibles could be the difference. They then take a deep dive into the CBA issues.

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Sam previews the 2026 season for Michael Busch. Could he possibly join the 40 HR club? The episode continues with 9 in 9 for the starting pitching staff. The episode closes with Sam talking about Dansby Swanson's interesting quote at spring training. Does he need to improve offensively?

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Matt and Joey discuss Pete Crow-Armstrong's quest to build on the ups and downs of the last year. Plus: Tom Ricketts speaks at spring training, Justin Steele is progressing well, and more.

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Matt and Sam discuss position player projections for the Cubs, Shelby Miller signing a 2-year deal, and more. Plus: Trivia about Cubs saves leaders since 2003.

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Matt and Sam discuss the expectations surrounding the 2026 Cubs and much more.

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Sam and Matt discuss the PECOTA projections and why they could be good for the Cubs but also why it's not time to crown them just yet. They then discuss Daniel Palencia's role as the closer and finish the show with some fun trivia.

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Sam does in 9 in 9 exercise where he discusses the expectations for each position player this season. He then stacks up the Cubs next to the best in the NL. The show closes with some Matt Shaw talk. Is his versatility harming his growth?

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Matt and JT discuss the impact of the Cubs offseason, the group of Cubs playing in the World Baseball Classic, Matt Shaw likely staying put, and more.

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Matt and Sam discuss the Top 10 storylines entering spring training for the Cubs.

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Matt and Sam discuss the latest rumors wit Zac Gallen and the rest of the NL Central. They then have a blast with some trivia questions as we are just 50 days away from opening day!

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Sam does his trade value rankings for the Cubs. He discusses why certain players are placed higher than others and details how he got to this thought exercise. The show concludes with some PCA/Shaw talk and a quick dig into the Zac Gallen possibility.

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Matt and Wyatt discuss the remaining free agents who could be fits for the Cubs. Could Mike Tauchman be a possible option for the bench? Plus: How the current roster looks, the continued rumblings with Matt Shaw and the Red Sox, and the Cubs national TV schedule this season.

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Matt and Sam discuss Jed Hoyer's full appearance last week on the Cubs ReKap Podcast.

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Sam and Matt have a thoughtful conversation about extending Ian Happ again and if it's worth it. They then break down the Cubs biggest wins of the last 25 years excluding 2016. The show concludes with some fun around the MLB discussion.

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Matt and Sam discuss the most popular and likable Cubs players entering the 2026 season. Plus: Cubs add to bench competition by signing outfielder Dylan Carlson and trivia about Opening Day leadoff men over the last 15 years.

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Matt and Sam discuss the remaining needs for the 2026 Cubs. Plus: Chas McCormick added as a possible option for the bench, MLB Network's Top 100 players had a glaring omission, and more.

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Sam and Matt discussed some Wins projections for the Cubs and what it means. They then talk about some of the rosters in the NL that are as good if not better than the Cubs. The show closes with some remaining free agents that the guys discuss to see if there's any fit with the Cubs

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Matt and Sam discuss Matt Shaw filling a super-utility role for the Cubs this season. Plus: Zac Gallen might still be a free agent option and trivia about Cubs left fielders in 2016.

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Following the signing of Alex Bregman and trade for Edward Cabrera, the Cubs are currently NL Central favorites on FanDuel. Matt discusses why that is exciting plus a recap of Cubs Convention, reviewing the Kyle Tucker signing, and more.

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Sam and Matt discuss the 6 man rotation possibility when all the Cubs pitchers are healthy. They take a deeper dive on the Nico Hoerner rumors and close the show by updating all the free agent activity/rumors going on around the league.

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Matt and Sam discuss the Cubs lineup and the different options within it. Plus: Opening Day Roster Projection 1.0, media news and notes, and previewing Cubs Convention.

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Matt and Sam discuss their excitement for the 2026 Cubs following the signing of Alex Bregman. Plus: Nico Hoerner should not be traded, there is still a role for Matt Shaw, where the Cubs stack up in the NL, and more.

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Matt and Sam discuss the Cubs trading with the Marlins for starting pitcher Edward Cabrera, how he fits into the rotation, what this could mean for their next move, top targets remaining, and more.

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