CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast

Cubs fans have been saying it for a while, but now it is official. PCA is the MVP of the National League! Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller will celebrate a major milestone for the Cubs young center fielder, looking back on his journey from Javy Báez trade-return piece to the MVP. They’ll also update on the state of the Cubs offseason, budget/free agent rumors, and more as the Cubs have a lot of work to do to build around the NL MVP for 2027.
 

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0:00 Show Start 1:20 Murphy wins NL MOTY 18:30 Ben Brown’s Neck 32:00 Cubs adding Morejon? 51:00 Shelby Miller’s return On today’s CHGO Cubs, the crew takes a look at the Cubs bullpen situation. Do they have enough on the roster currently to right the wrong’s of last season? Is there a closer ready in-house or should Jed Hoyer target Padres ultra-reliever Adrian Morejon? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Tony Andracki as they break down all the latest news and notes surrounding the Cubs plus the Brewers Pat Murphy winning his THIRD NL Manager of the Year award. An ALLCITY Network...

On the latest CHGO Cubs mini-pod, the crew reacts to the devastating news that Ben Brown will undergo cervical spine surgery after being unable to finish last season with a stress fracture in his neck. How do the Cubs offset this huge blow to their future pitching plans? Could Brown return next season and how does Jed Hoyer attack free agency with this development? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they react and break down this unfortunate news. #chicagocubs #cubs #cubsbaseball #cubsnation #mlb #mlbinjuries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information...

0:00 Show Start 1:20 Ben Brown to undergo surgery 17:00 Cubs unlikely to enter bidding war for Skubal 31:40 More on Skubal 37:00 Free Agent Auction Draft 52:00 Luke Tempted by Sweets On today’s CHGO Cubs, the guys debate between free agents Freddy Peralta and Michael King as potential fits for Jed Hoyer and the Cubs. Should the Cubs try and sign BOTH to shake up the offseason? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Roman as they conduct their first Cubs Free Agent auction draft. Plus they react to the latest news, rumors and updates surrounding the Chicago Cubs! An ALLCITY Network Production Become a CH...

0:00 Show Start 1:20 Roman wins Ping Pong Tournament 5:00 Baker, Pinella, Maddon named as HOF finalists 17:00 Counsell's rank among 21st century managers 23:00 Grading Craig Counsell 32:00 More on Counsell 42:00 Fan thoughts on Craig 53:00 PCA wins Platinum Glove On today’s CHGO Cubs podcast, the guy react to the news of the 2026 Chicago Cubs winning the team Gold Glove. They also weigh in on Pete Crow-Armstrong winning the Platinum Glove. So it begs the conversation: is Craig Counsell the problem on the North Side? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they hand out their grades for Craig Counsell and dissect what th...

The offseason is underway and the Cubs have a lot of work to do. First things first, they need to make decisions about some of their own guys departing. Brendan and Corey will take a look at key depatures like Seiya Suzuki, Ian Happ, Clay Holmes, and Matthew Boyd and discuss the merit of the Cubs re-signing each, or, the value in letting them go and replacing elsewhere.

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On today’s CHGO Cubs, Jed Hoyer has some tough decisions to make on several stalwart Cubs players. Both Matthew Boyd and Carson Kelly have been solid, productive players the last two seasons but should they be brought back in 2027? Join Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they break down the latest news and notes for your favorite team, the Chicago Cubs! An ALLCITY Network Production Become a CHGO Diehard today! https://allchgo.com/join/ BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports Monarch: Use Monarch to get control of your ov...

On the latest 'Love Him or Lose Him' mini-pod series, CHGO Cubs weighs the options of bringing back Clay Holmes. Holmes was a welcome addition at the MLB Trade Deadline by Jed Hoyer, but did make an appearance in the playoffs. Is he worth a multi-year deal? If the Cubs bring him back, should he be considered a top of the rotation starter? Jump in the conversation with Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they break it down! #chicagocubs #cubs #cubsbaseball #mlbfreeagency Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...

0:00 Show Start 1:20 MLB CBA Negotiations 17:00 CBA talk continued 33:00 Cubs in on Skubal? On today’s CHGO Cubs, the crew responds to ESPN Jeff Passan’s report that the Cubs “badly want” Dodgers Free Agent Pitcher Tarik Skubal but have reservations about the price tag. Should the Cubs be ALL-IN on Skubal? Which free agent pitching targets should they covet? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they react to the latest news and notes surrounding your favorite team, the Chicago Cubs! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...

On today’s CHGO Cubs, the crew reacts to Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman earning Gold Gloves in the National League. Is MVP + Platinum Glove next for PCA’s trophy case? Additionally, does Crow-Armstrong’s ascendence into a superstar add extra pressure on Jed Hoyer and the Cubs to become yearly World Series contenders? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Tony Andracki as they also break down the latest news involving Tarik Skubal and MLB teams extending qualifying offers to teams. Finally, they look back on the 10-year anniversary of the Cubs breaking a 108-year drought and winning the World Series...

The offseason is officially underway for the Chicago Cubs after their rival, the Milwaukee Brewers won their first ever World Series on Wednesday night. Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller will get you ready for a big offseason the Cubs, who have a lot of roster turnover to manage in the starting pitching department. They'll also discuss how to view the coming offseason when one of your rivals just won the World Series, and threatens to be atop MLB in the immediate future.

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On the latest 'Love Him or Lose Him?', the CHGO Cubs team weighs the options of re-signing David Peterson. Peterson enjoyed a resurgence on the mound in a Cubs uniform and specifically impressed in the second half. But what does his market look like? Is he a top of the rotation starter? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they weigh the options and possibility Jed Hoyer and the Cubs re-sign David Peterson! #cubs #chicagocubs #mlb #baseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...

0:00 Show Start 1:20 Game 5 Tonight 5:00 Michael Busch's 2026 17:00 Grading Busch 32:00 "Exclusive" interview 38:00 Biggest Cub Development 45:00 Halloween Draft On today’s CHGO Cubs, the crew breaks down a disappointing season for first baseman Michael Busch. Who is the real Michael Busch? The one who burst onto the scene in 2025 or the player that posted a .395 slugging percentage in 2026? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and special guest Tony Andracki as they also reveal the best (or worst) development this Cubs team witnessed in 2026. PLUS, stick around for the annual Halloween Draft and a very special, EXCLUSIVE interview with a baseball legend. An ALLCITY Network Pr...

On today’s CHGO Cubs episode, the crew reveals their Top 5 targets via free agency or trade that the Cubs MUST pursue. How realistic is free-agent Tarik Skubal possibly signing with the Cubs? Plus, they reveal their season grade for Shota Imanaga, talk World Series of Brewers vs Rays and more! Jump in the chat with Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they talk all things Cubs! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Cubs made a huge splash at the MLB Trade Deadline when they acquired veteran pitcher Kevin Gausman. But the results were mixed, including an end-of-season shoulder injury that hampered his effectiveness in the playoffs against the San Diego Padres. Now Jed Hoyer must make a decision regarding Gausman. Should they bring the 35-year-old right-hander back? Or should the Cubs look to other players to improve the team? CHGO Cubs hosts Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman break it down #cubs #chicagocubs #mlb #baseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...

On today’s CHGO Cubs, the time has come to start handing out grades for the 2026 season. What better place to start than Cubs GM Jed Hoyer right? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they break down Jed’s moves from building a bullpen to his trade deadline decisions. How much urgency does Jed need to treat this upcoming season for the Cubs? Jump in the chat and join the conversation!

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Cubs fans sent in questions to the CHGO Cubs Related show, and Brendan answers them in detail. Topics focus on the offseason priorities. Will they be in on the Japanese free agents? Is Skubal a realistic option? Should they try to upgrade at first base given Michael Busch's down year? In hindsight, was passing on previous free agents such as Dylan Cease a dire mistake? Brendan breaks it down on Friday's edition of the CHGO Cubs Related podcast.”

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0:00 Show Start 1:20 Rays/Brewers WS is set 9:30 Steve Miller hired from Rays 16:00 Sato to the Cubs? 33:00 Ranking MLB Franchises 47:00 Where do the Cubs rank? On today’s CHGO Cubs Podcast, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos welcome back Cubs beat reporter Tony Andracki! They discuss the news of standout 27-year-old Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato officially being posted by the Hanshin Tigers. Should Jed Hoyer and the Cubs push their chips in for this promising player? The crew also debates where the Cubs organization as a whole ranks among baseball. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for in...

0:00 SHOW START 1:20 BREWERS/RAYS SOON? 8:50 JARED BANNER HIRED BY BAL 17:54 WHAT DO CUBS HAVE TO TRADE? 32:00 HOW WILL LOCKOUT AFFECT SEASON? 37:44 DID CUBS MISS OUT ON WILLIAM CONTRERAS? 42:32 IS JED ON HOT SEAT? 49:00 WHO CAN CUBS TARGET? Subscribe to our CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs How will Jed Hoyer look to improve the Chicago Cubs this offseason? Will it be through a trade similar to the Kyle Tucker trade in 2025? With possible targets of Shea Langeliers, Bryce Harper, and more, Jed Hoyer will have his hands full trying to get a deal done. Plus, Jared...

Seiya Suzuki’s future with the Chicago Cubs is a major question heading into the offseason as he approaches MLB free agency. On this episode of the CHGO Cubs Podcast, the crew debates whether Jed Hoyer and the Cubs should re-sign Suzuki or let him test the open market. How valuable is Suzuki to the Cubs’ lineup, and what kind of contract would make sense for both sides? It’s time for Love Him or Lose Him: should the Cubs bring Seiya Suzuki back for the future?
 

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As the MLB Playoffs roll on without the Chicago Cubs, Brendan and Corey look into the question of how the Cubs roster stacks up for the modern MLB playoff formula, and what is typically needed to succeed. They'll break down the Cubs offense and pitching and how it stacks up with how teams are currently succeeding in the MLB playoffs. They'll also break down early offseason rumors, including Tarik Skubal, Seiya Suzuki, and more!

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On today’s episode of CHGO Cubs, the crew reacts to five Cubs being named finalists for a Gold Glove at their respective positions. Out of Pete Crow-Armstrong, Seiya Suzuki, Ian Happ, Alex Bregman and Dansby Swanson which one deserves the award the most? Does becoming a finalist change the free agent market for Suzuki? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Tony Andracki as they break down the latest news and notes for your favorite team, the Chicago Cubs! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data fo...

The rival Brewers are 2 wins away from the World Series. Despite some lofty regular season stats, are the Cubs building their offense the right way? Plus, a game of “How much did it matter” with things that impacted the Cubs season. This day in Cubs history…Kyle Schwarber launched into Cubs history with the shot that announced the Cubs arrival in 2015. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopolous and Justin Roman bring you the CHGO Cubs Podcast

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On today’s episode of CHGO Cubs, join Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they make their predictions on which Cubs free agents should be TOP priorities to re-sign this offseason? They debate resigning Seiya Suzuki vs a possible trade for Bryce Harper. Plus, stick around for their discussion on Game 1 of the NLCS, which Chicago sports coaches belong in the Top 5 and they look back at the day the Cubs announced the hiring of Theo Epstein Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The MLB Playoffs continue without the Chicago Cubs, leaving Jed Hoyer and the front office with plenty to evaluate as they look ahead to the 2027 season. On today’s CHGO Cubs Related, Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller break down what the Cubs can learn from the teams still competing in October and what it will take for Chicago to take the next step toward a World Series championship. They also discuss potential MLB playoff format and schedule changes and how those proposals could impact the Cubs and the future of baseball. With the offseason underway, what moves must Jed Ho...

Are the Chicago Cubs’ starting rotation problems a reason to panic? On today’s CHGO Cubs Podcast, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos welcome back ALLCHGO.com baseball feature writer Tony Andracki to break down the Cubs’ pitching concerns, the rivalry with the Milwaukee Brewers, and what it will take to compete at the highest level. With the Brewers advancing to the Championship Series, the crew debates whether elite starting pitching is the biggest difference between these NL Central rivals and what Jed Hoyer must do this offseason to rebuild the Cubs’ rotation. Join the conversation as the CHGO Cubs crew exa...

Ian Happ’s future with the Chicago Cubs is one of the biggest questions facing Jed Hoyer this offseason. After 10 seasons in Chicago, Happ is headed for free agency following a 2026 season in which he hit 24 home runs and drove in 68 runs, while continuing to provide strong defense and leadership as one of the longest-tenured Cubs. In this edition of Love Him or Lose Him, Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman debate whether the Cubs should RE-SIGN Ian Happ for 2027 or move on and reshape the outfield. Should Happ remain a core piece of the next Cubs team, or...

On today’s CHGO Cubs, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos welcome Jordan Bernfield to deep-dive on the Cubs inconsistent bullpen. Hear Jordan’s overall take on a disappointing season and hear sound from Cubs General Manager Jed Hoyer accepting blame for the team’s bullpen woes in the second half of the season. How can the Cubs shore up the reliever core? Come hang out with the crew as they talk MLB Playoffs! An ALLCITY Network Production Become a CHGO Diehard today! https://allchgo.com/join/ BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instag...

On today’s episode of CHGO Cubs, the autopsy of an extremely disappointing 2026 Chicago Cubs season continues. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman react to Jed Hoyer’s comments from his press conference surrounding the Cubs offense and bullpen, including Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic 40/40 season, Alex Bregman, Dansby Swanson, Seiya Suzuki and Ian Happ. Was the 2026 Cubs offense overrated, and what went wrong with a lineup that was expected to carry Chicago into October? Plus, how can Jed Hoyer and the Cubs fix the bullpen heading into the 2027 season?

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The offseason is officially underway! CHGO Cubs reacts to Jed Hoyer’s end of season press conference. How much pressure is on Jed to improve the team this winter? Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman break down Hoyer’s comments and begin to analyze the highest priorities for the Cubs with 10 players entering free agency.

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The Chicago Cubs’ disappointing playoff exit has put major pressure on Jed Hoyer and the front office to make the right moves this offseason. Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller of CHGO Cubs Related break down the biggest decisions ahead, including whether the Cubs need to add more impact pitching, how Alex Bregman fits into the long-term plan, and what role Pete Crow-Armstrong and Dansby Swanson will play moving forward. With Craig Counsell looking to take the Cubs deeper into October, Chicago must decide where to spend, which positions need upgrades and whether this roster is truly built to contend in...

The Chicago Cubs’ 2026 season is officially over, and the offseason begins after their Wild Card elimination. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, Justin Roman, and Tony Andracki break down Craig Counsell, Jed Hoyer and the biggest questions facing Chicago after a season that featured the emergence of Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman’s impact and Dansby Swanson’s contributions. The Cubs also face uncertainty surrounding Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki heading into next season, while the front office looks to build a roster capable of making another deep postseason run. Join the CHGO Cubs crew as they break down what went right, what w...

The Chicago Cubs have been SWEPT and eliminated by the San Diego Padres in the Wild Card Series, ending their 2026 playoff run after two games in San Diego. Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman, Dansby Swanson and Michael Busch were all quiet at the plate as the Cubs offense struggled to generate enough production, while Kevin Gausman was okay on the mound. CHGO Cubs breaks down the season-ending loss, Craig Counsell’s postseason decisions, the biggest moments from the Wild Card Series, and what’s next for Chicago. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, Justin Roman and Tony Andracki react to the Cubs’ elimin...

The Chicago Cubs’ offense went ice cold in a Wild Card Game 1 loss to the San Diego Padres at Petco Park, putting Chicago on the brink of elimination. Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson, Alex Bregman and Seiya Suzuki were all lifeless at the plate, while Matthew Boyd and the Cubs bullpen struggled on the mound. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, Justin Roman and Tony Andracki break down the Cubs’ Game 1 loss, the offensive struggles and what needs to change heading into Game 2. The Cubs must win tomorrow at Petco Park to keep their postseason alive and force a decisive Game 3 against the...

0:00 SHOW START 1:20 PADRES VS. CUBS PREVIEW 4:50 START TIME IS ANNOYING 10:30 LOOK AT SAN DIEGO BULLPEN 18:00 WHO IS CUBS’ X-FACTOR? 33:00 CUBS/PADRES IN 2ND HALF 39:00 LUKE WANTS REVENGE FOR 1984 49:00 CUBS CAN GET TO SDP PITCHING 57:05 PREDICITIONS It’s your CHGO Cubs Wild Card Round Playoff Preview! Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they break down all the major storylines heading into the Cubs series against Fernando Tatis Jr. and the Padres in San Diego. They identify their X-Factors for the best-of-3 matchup and take a deep-dive look at the Padres strengths and weaknesses. It’s a CAN’T-MISS Playoff...

The Chicago Cubs are officially playoff-bound after clinching a postseason berth, but they are swept in the doubleheader by the Boston Red Sox, putting their playoff seeding in danger. David Peterson delivered a strong performance with five innings on the mound, while Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman and Ian Happ remain key pieces for Chicago heading into October. Unfortunately, the Cubs’ loss means the No. 1 Wild Card spot is now out of reach, making the final games of the regular season important for their postseason positioning. CHGO Cubs breaks down the doubleheader sweep, Peterson’s outing, the Wild Card picture and...

Subscribe to our CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs The CHGO Cubs Podcast reacts to the Cubs dropping Game 1 of their Doubleheader versus the Boston Red Sox. The Cubs got off to an early lead but the offense fizzled as the team's WC1 hopes are beginning to fade. Jump in the chat with Joey Christopoulos, Justin Roman and Tony Andracki as they break down Clay Holmes performance, how Boston weather could further impact the final two games and preview Game of the Doubleheader! 0:00 START 2:00 Cubs Lose Game 1 5:00 Offense goes MIA 12:00 WC1 in peril 18:00 Clay Holmes and...

Pete Crow-Armstrong has officially made Chicago Cubs history, becoming the first player in franchise history to join the exclusive 40/40 club. PCA reached 40 home runs and 40 stolen bases, cementing a historic season and adding another milestone to his breakout year. The Cubs star continues to make an impact with his power, speed and defense as Chicago heads into the postseason. CHGO Cubs breaks down PCA’s historic 40/40 season and what it means for the Cubs heading into October.
 

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The Cubs are in the playoffs! Corey and Brendan reflect on the tumultuous season that ended in a resilient playoff birth. They discuss all the latest pitching trends and what it would look like if they win the Wild Card series. Who would start Games 1 and 2? Who is in Craig Counsell's bullpen trust circle? Which offensive trends are worth monitoring? Can Pete Crow-Armstrong really just take over the series?

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Pete Crow-Armstrong and Matthew Boyd speak with the media after the Chicago Cubs clinched a playoff spot with a 2-1 win over the Miami Marlins. PCA made Cubs history by joining MLB’s exclusive 40/40 club, stealing his 40th base to go along with 45 home runs on the season. Boyd reflects on his seven strong innings, while Crow-Armstrong discusses his historic season and the Cubs officially punching their ticket to October. Hear directly from the Cubs players in this postgame presser following a memorable night at Wrigley Field.

00:00 Pete Crow-Armstrong 

02:47 Matthew Boyd

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