Cubs Weekly
199 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago -Serving Cubs fans relevant and engaging weekly discussions on the team and providing the most informative analysis and insight during the baseball season and throughout the entire year. Hosted by regular contributors Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez, who are often joined by special guests. (Marquee Sports Network Podcasts)
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Recapping big win and a chat with the ‘Rookie of the Year’
July 06, 2023 12:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBOn this week's edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Taylor McGregor and Andy Martínez recap a crazy Cubs win in Milwaukee and what that means for the team ahead of the All-Star Break. The pair discuss Daniel Palencia's emergence and what it could mean for the Cubs' bullpen going forward. Then, McGregor and Martínez discuss the All-Star Game, where 3 Cubs were selected and what they're most excited to see in the game. Later in the pod, actor Thomas Ian Nicholas stops by with Tony An...
An important stretch
June 29, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBComing off London, the Cubs are staring down an important stretch of games before the All-Star Break. Tim Stebbins, Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki analyze the Cubs' final couple weeks of the first half and debate which Cubs players will make the All-Star team. How do the Cubs handle the Jameson Taillon situation moving forward? How has Nick Madrigal's recent stretch of play impacted the Cubs roster? How have the Cubs found stabilization in the bullpen? Plus, Cubs reliever Julian...
Major momentum
June 22, 2023 09:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBThe Cubs are red-hot, having won 10 of 12 and 4 straight series. They've knocked the Pirates from 1st place all the way to 4th and are threatening to climb to the top of the NL Central...if not for the apparently unstoppable Cincinnati Reds. Sean Marshall joins the podcast (31:06) to break down the Cubs' recent run with Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki. From the major turnaround by the offense to the steadying presence of the rotation, the Cubs are firing on all cylinders right now....
The resurgence of key players
June 15, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBKyle Hendricks is fresh off his best start in years and his continued return to form would pay huge dividends for the Cubs moving forward. Plus, Cody Bellinger is nearing a return to Chicago and he could be playing a new position to help give the Cubs offense a boost. Elise Menaker and Tony Andracki break it all down in the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast and what it means for the rest of the roster. They also discuss a weird baseball scoring rule, the Cardinals' disaster of a season...
Shohei Ohtani and the next Cubs core
June 08, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBWith the Cubs taking on the Angels in Anaheim, Shohei Ohtani's first series against the North Siders takes center stage. On the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast, our panel of Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki spend some time daydreaming about Ohtani in Chicago and how that would impact the Cubs roster. The duo also discusses how some key members of the next Cubs core - Miguel Amaya, Christopher Morel, Matt Mervis - have fared recently and how it may or may not have affected their long-t...
The dragon under the bed
June 01, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBChris Emma and Andy Martínez discuss Justin Steele’s injury, what the next steps are for him and what an extended absence could mean to him and the Cubs’ rotation. Then, the pair assess the Cubs’ 4-5 homestand, where they won series against the Mets and Rays, but were swept by the Reds. Emma and Martínez look at Matt Mervis’ development and what the Cubs need to do to have a successful West Coast road trip. Carlos Peña joined Tony Andracki to provide his assessment of the Cubs tw...
High-leverage musings and Morel's historic run
May 25, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBTim Stebbins, Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki dissect the Cubs' recent stretch following a complete win over the Mets in the series opener. The panel also reacts to Jed Hoyer's assessment of his team and the Cubs' issues in high-leverage moments throughout the season despite really strong overall numbers. Plus, Christopher Morel continues to make MLB history, Drew Smyly is on a heck of a run and the bullpen has presented a host of questions for the Cubs as we move into summer. ...
Assessing Cubs’ recent stretch
May 18, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBChicago Tribune Cubs beat writer Meghan Montemurro stops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with host Andy Martínez about the Cubs’ recent stretch. The pair discuss what’s gone wrong for David Ross’ side during a 5-13 stretch. The pair talk about the team’s offense, which has struggled to deliver crucial knocks with runners in scoring position. Montemurro delves into the recent offensive surge by Seiya Suzuki and discuss his importance to the team’s offense. Later in the podcast...
The Road to Wrigley
May 11, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBAndy Martínez and Chris Emma discuss the recent call-ups of Miguel Amaya, Matt Mervis and Christopher Morel while previewing the upcoming road trip. Lance Brozdowski also interviews Cubs No. 6 Owen Caissie in Tennessee to do discuss hitting and his WBC experience.
Matt Mervis call-up; Dexter Fowler on Cubs’ April
May 04, 2023 20:43 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBOn this edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Andy Martínez and Tim Stebbins react to reports that the Cubs are calling up Matt Mervis from Triple-A Iowa. The pair assess what he can bring up to the Cubs and what the news means for the roster. Then, Dexter Fowler stops by the podcast to recap the first month-plus of the Cubs’ season and what he’s seen out of the team. Plus, Fowler shares how Cody Bellinger has been able to perform so strongly. The group looks ahead to the Cubs' upco...
Miguel Montero
April 27, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBFormer Cub and World Series winner Miguel Montero stopped by the Cubs Weekly Podcast during Cubs Convention earlier this year to talk with host Tony Andracki about his time with the Cubs, 2016 and what it was like during their championship run. Montero discuss what it was like playing in Game 7 of that Fall Classic, catching Jake Arrieta during his legendary run and more about what he’s up to now — working in the Arizona front office.
Recapping a strong west coast trip
April 20, 2023 05:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBThe Cubs opened their first West Coast trip of the year with a pair of series wins over the Los Angeles Dodgers and Oakland A’s, going 5-1 Chris Emma, Tim Stebbins and Andy Martínez recap the Cubs’ trip out West. The panel looks at the success of Marcus Stroman, the Cubs pitching staff and look at what a successful season for Cody Bellinger looks like and if expectations for him have changed. Later on in the episode, the trio answer an interesting question: who you would rather ...
A big week at Wrigley
April 13, 2023 09:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBThe weather was gorgeous, Wrigley Field debuted brand new lights, the Cubs pulled off a couple of huge wins and Ian Happ will remain in Chicago for the next four seasons. It was certainly an action-packed week at the "Friendly Confines" and our panel of Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Tim Stebbins breaks it all down. How did Ian Happ's extension come together and what does it mean for the organization long-term? What stood out from the Cubs' victories over the Mariners on Monday...
2023 preseason prospect rankings
April 06, 2023 18:48 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBLance Brozdowski joins the Cubs Weekly Podcast to discuss his latest version of the organization's top prospect list, which has now expanded to 30 players. This updated list also features a change atop the rankings compared to past iterations. Brozdowski chats with Tony Andracki and Andy Martínez about his main takeaways as he put together the Top 30 list, what part of the rankings was most difficult and any surprises that came up. Find out why Brennen Davis, D.J. Herz and Caleb K...
2023 season preview and predictions
March 28, 2023 22:01 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBThe 2023 MLB season is here and the Cubs have a completely retooled roster after a busy offseason. Before the Cubs get set to host the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field to open the campaign, we reflected on the entirety of Spring Training and looked ahead to the year in front of us. Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Taylor McGregor provide their thoughts on the upcoming Cubs season, ranging from bold predictions to projections for team MVP, Cy Young winner and more. Martínez and ...
A look ahead at 2023 and Javier Assad's WBC journey
March 24, 2023 21:05 - 42 minutes - 39 MBMLB.com Cubs beat writer Jordan Bastian joins Andy Martínez on the Cubs Weekly Podcast to preview the 2023 season. From top Spring Training storylines to the new MLB rules to predictions for the Cubs season, Bastian provides his perspective. Later in the episode, Martínez chats with Cubs pitcher Javier Assad in a special, Spanish-only interview. The two talk about Assad's experience playing for Team Mexico in the World Baseball Classic, his breakout performance at the tournament a...
Darwin Barney
March 20, 2023 12:00 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBFormer Cub and fan favorite Darwin Barney stops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with Andy Martínez. The 2012 Gold Glove winner reflects on his 5 years in Chicago, his friendship with Anthony Rizzo, his favorite teammates and what MLB's top fielding award meant to him and his career. Other stories include Barney explaining the power of Derrek Lee's leadership and an interaction with NIck Madrigal at Oregon State, their alma mater.
Women's History Month edition
March 08, 2023 09:30 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this special edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Karli Bell sat down with women leaders within Marquee Sports Network to discuss their movement through the sports industry, being a women in sports media and what both women and men can do to support women in male-dominated industries.
Cubs in the WBC and other roster musings
March 06, 2023 18:45 - 34 minutes - 32 MBAndy Martínez and Tony Andracki check in from Sloan Park in Arizona to deliver the latest news from Cubs camp. Hall of Famer Billy Williams addressed the team, the Cubs made their first spring cuts and a bunch of players left for the World Baseball Classic. Martínez and Andracki also break down the position battles heading into Opening Day, including the fifth starter battle, third base and the bullpen. Plus, how do the Cubs fill in right field after Seiya Suzuki's injury? All th...
Ted Lilly and Jon Lieber
March 01, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBA pair of former Cubs hurlers stop by the podcast this week as Ted Lilly and Jon Lieber sit down with Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki in interviews from Cubs Convention in January. First up is Lilly, who reminisces on his time with the Cubs, namely around the 2007-08 teams that made the playoffs. Plus, he details his new role in the Cubs front office. Then Lieber chats with Andracki about his favorite Cubs memories, how he's spent his time in retirement and the best game he'...
Storylines to watch as Cactus League games begin
February 25, 2023 01:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBAndy Martínez and Tony Andracki weigh in from sunny Arizona on the latest Cubs Spring Training news. From position battles to defensive pairings to lineups, Martínez and Andracki explain what storylines they'll be watching as the Cubs face off in some exhibition games. Plus, an update on Kyle Hendricks (who threw his first bullpen in more than seven months), examining Christopher Morel's fit on the 2023 Opening Day roster and how Cody Bellinger's adjustments have come to fruition w...
Adbert Alzolay and the beginning of Cubs camp
February 20, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBCubs pitcher Adbert Alzolay joins Andy Martínez on the Cubs Weekly Podcast to discuss his offseason and how he visited and saw his family for the first time in five years. Then, the pair discuss his transition to the bullpen, why he thinks it will suit him and who he’s been leaning on as he makes that transition. Plus, Alzolay gives the secrets on his slick hairstyle. Also on the podcast, Martínez is joined by Marquee Sports Network player development analyst Lance Brozdowski and ...
Kicking off 2023 Spring Training
February 16, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBCliff Floyd joins Andy Martinez from Arizona to discuss the top storylines during the first couple days of Cubs camp. The duo analyze Jed Hoyer and Carter Hawkins' first media session and early impressions of camp. Plus, what are the benefits of getting to camp early and could it help the Cubs that so many players have been in Arizona for a while already? In the second half of the podcast, Martinez and Tony Andracki chat with Eugene McIntosh, the co-founder of The Bigs. McIn...
Jeremiah Paprocki, Carlos Mármol
February 08, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBOn an action-packed Cubs Weekly Podcast full of interviews, we welcome in Cubs public address announcer Jeremiah Paprocki and former reliever Carlos Mármol. Paprocki is the first African-American PA announcer in Cubs history and also was the youngest to hold the position when he was hired for the 2021 season. He joins Tony Andracki to discuss his career as the voice of Wrigley Field, what he's learned and his favorite part of the job. Mármol joins Andy Martínez to discuss hi...
Mike Fontenot
January 31, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBFormer Cubs infielder Mike Fontenot stops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast for a discussion on his career in Chicago, favorite Lou Piniella stories, what he's been up to since he retired and more. Fontenot played with the Cubs from 2005-10, including the back-to-back playoff seasons in 2007-08. He reflects on his favorite moments with the Cubs, playoff baseball at Wrigley Field and the unique way he arrived in Chicago (as part of the Sammy Sosa trade)
Kyle Farnsworth
January 25, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBFormer relief pitcher Kyle Farnsworth joins the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez about his life since retirement as a power lifter. Other topics include pitching at Wrigley Field in the playoffs, Farnsworth's unique perspective on the Steve Bartman moment, his famous brawl with Paul Wilson, playing for Dusty Baker and how the game has changed since he was a player.
2023 Cubs Convention takeaways
January 17, 2023 21:29 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBThe 2023 Cubs Convention is in the books and there was a lot to take away from the first event in three years. Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki explain what we learned about the Cubs over the weekend and detail their favorite parts about the Convention. We also roll out a series of snippets of future Cubs Weekly Podcast guest interviews from the Convention, including Darwin Barney, Miguel Montero and Ted Lilly. Plus, how does reported new addition Trey Mancini fit on this roster? ...
Evaluating the 2022-23 offseason
January 10, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBJed Hoyer has been busy this winter, adding to the Cubs roster with veteran talent. Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki dissect the current state of the lineup, starting rotation and bullpen including providing their projections of how each unit lines up in early January. The podcast panel also analyzes the overall improvement of the team since the end of the 2022 regular season and discusses the potential of the Cubs making the playoffs in 2023. Plus, are there more moves coming for...
Pedro Strop
January 02, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MBOne of the greatest relievers in franchise history stops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast. Pedro Strop chats with Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki about memories from the 2016 World Series run, his favorite moments at Wrigley Field and plenty more from his Cubs career. Plus, Strop fills us in on what's coming next in his career and when he plans to return to Chicago.
Dansby Day
December 21, 2022 22:55 - 40 minutes - 37 MBThe Cubs introduced Dansby Swanson Wednesday morning at Wrigley Field. Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki provide their biggest takeaways from the press conference and how Swanson will fit in with this Cubs team. Plus, Swanson explains why the Cubs hold a special place in his heart and Martinez explains how Carter Hawkins and Jon Lester helped sell Swanson on coming to Chicago. Hear from Hawkins, Jed Hoyer and Swanson himself as they react to the big day in Wrigleyville and what come...
Ripple effects of Dansby Swanson signing
December 18, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBThe Cubs made their offseason splash, signing free agent Dansby Swanson to a multi-year deal, per sources. The Cubs Weekly Podcast breaks down the signing and what comes next for the Cubs. Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez analyze the move for the Cubs and what it means to their roster for 2023. The pair then discuss what the move means for some of the other players on the roster, like Nick Madrigal, Christopher Morel and others. Lance Brozdowski and Bruce Levine join the podcast ...
Busy Winter Meetings for the Cubs
December 07, 2022 23:12 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBCubs news has been coming in fast and furious during the Winter Meetings in San Diego and our Cubs Weekly Podcast panel breaks it all down on location. Ryan Dempster joins Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez to analyze all the craziness around MLB, the Cubs' reported signings of Cody Bellinger and Jameson Taillon, Pat Hughes' Hall of Fame call and Willson Contreras' rumored deal in St. Louis. How much did the Cubs' roster improve just in the couple days in San Diego? What kind of up...
A Winter Meetings addition
December 07, 2022 04:20 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBThe 2022 MLB Winter Meetings are underway in San Diego, bringing a special edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast. And the Cubs brought their own special addition to the table, in the form of the reported signing of former MVP Cody Bellinger. Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki break down how Bellinger will fit with the Cubs, what he brings to the table and why there's reason for untapped optimism surrounding the move. As the Cubs continue to shop in the free agent market, how are Jed Hoy...
Cubs nostalgia with Ryan Dempster
November 21, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBRyan Dempster drops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to reminisce on his 9-year Cubs career with Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki. Dempster tells tales of what it was like to be teammates with Greg Maddux, how incredible Derrek Lee's 2005 season was, 2007-08 memories, the differences between Lou Piniella and Dusty Baker and much more. Plus, Dempster also shares his strategy during a benches clearing brawl and why he felt like a part of the roster during the 2016 season.
Analyzing early-offseason roster decisions
November 17, 2022 20:42 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBAndy Martinez and Tony Andracki discuss the Cubs' early-offseason roster decisions, which included outrighting 9 players to the minors and selecting the contract of 4 prospects to add to the 40-man roster. Willson Contreras and Jason Heyward are officially gone and the Cubs also made a minor trade with the Tampa Bay Rays that could pay off huge dividends in the 2023 team. Plus, Martinez analyzes the Cubs coaching moves and how the hitting infrastructure will be altered next seaso...
Recapping the GM Meetings in Las Vegas
November 10, 2022 10:00 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBMLB’s offseason kicked off in earnest this week with the annual General Managers Meetings at the Conrad at Resorts World in Las Vegas. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer and general manager Carter Hawkins convened with the rest of their counterparts from across the league this week for meetings, breakout sessions and plenty more. Taylor McGregor and Andy Martínez were in Las Vegas to recap the event and get a grasp for what the Cubs hope to accomplish during this pivo...
Revisiting Game 7 with Ron Coomer
November 02, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBChicago native and Cubs radio analyst Ron Coomer stops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to revisit Game 7 of the 2016 World Series with Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki. Six years after the greatest game in Cubs franchise history, the trio discusses the biggest takeaways from that magical night in Cleveland and relive the emotional roller coaster. Plus, hear what Coomer did during the rain delay, how he celebrated the Cubs' championship and why he wears his World Series ring so often. ...
Cubs VP of pitching Craig Breslow
October 28, 2022 16:57 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBCubs vice president/director of pitching and assistant GM Craig Breslow joins the Cubs Weekly Podcast to explain to hosts Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez exactly what his job entails on a day-to-day and week-to-week basis. Breslow also provides a peek behind the curtain as to how the organization's pitching infrastructure has grown in the last few years and what they still hope to accomplish in coming seasons. Plus, how does Kyle Hendricks return to form and who are some other nam...
2022-23 offseason mailbag
October 20, 2022 15:23 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBOur Cubs Weekly panel of Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki answer reader questions ahead of a pivotal offseason. From best free agent fits to offseason predictions, we attempt to answer every question fired our way - including some fun off-the-wall queries. 00:56 - Who are some Cubs players that you think will break out next season? 03:47 - Was Jar Jar secretly a dark lord of the Sith (the true ‘phantom menace’ within an abandoned storyline)? 04:48 - Which Cub had the best ULRAG ...
Offseason predictions and 2022 awards
October 12, 2022 05:00 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBBruce Levine, Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki dissect Jed Hoyer's end-of-season press conference and provide the main takeaways from the Cubs president of baseball operation's hour-long session with media. Plus, the podcast panel provides predictions for the Cubs offseason, including the biggest areas of need on the roster and a bold prediction for the winter. The trio also reflects on the 2022 season with the best moments, most important on-field developments, biggest surprises, ...
Pitching questions
September 27, 2022 21:41 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBAndy Martinez and Tony Andracki attempt to answer a slew of questions surrounding the Cubs pitching staff entering the offseason and looking ahead to 2023. What are reasonable expectations for Kyle Hendricks next year? Where do Hayden Wesneski, Keegan Thompson, Javier Assad, Adbert Alzolay and Adrian Sampson fit into the pitching staff next year? Plus, what are the most important storylines to watch over the final week-plus of the regular season?
What's in a name?
September 20, 2022 21:03 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBCarlos Peña drops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to explain what his Hispanic heritage means to him and what it was like coming up through the minor leagues as a Hispanic ballplayer. Plus, Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki evaluate what role Zach McKinstry and Michael Hermosillo might have on the 2023 Cubs after a recent stretch of solid play. Martinez also details his unique find in the story of Alfonso Rivas and Javier Assad, who grew up playing Little League together in Tijuana and a...
Triple-A roundup with Alex Cohen
September 13, 2022 22:55 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBTriple-A Iowa broadcaster Alex Cohen joins Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki on the Cubs Weekly Podcast. The trio discusses the upcoming MLB rule changes - like larger bases and pitch clock - that have been at the Triple-A level all season. Plus, updates on players like Adbert Alzolay, Alexander Canario, Brennen Davis and how Caleb Kilian has fared since his cup of coffee in the big leagues. Cohen also breaks down Matt Mervis' monster season, what he saw from a trio of pitchers (Hay...
A dominant debut
September 07, 2022 21:31 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBHayden Wesneski turned in one of the most dominant MLB debuts in Cubs recent history but his pitching may not have been the most impressive part of his evening. Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki explain on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast and chat about Wesneski's role for the rest of the season and in 2023. Plus, the duo discusses Wade Miley's return, next steps for Justin Steele, Keegan Thompson and Adbert Alzolay and Ben Zobrist's future role. Martinez and Andracki also break d...
Evaluation time
August 31, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBWe're at the point in the season where the Cubs are using the final few weeks to evaluate younger players. Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki break it down on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast, including Jeremiah Estrada and Brendon Little making their MLB debuts this week in Toronto. Plus, why Cubs veterans believe the team is on the right track and how they can help young pitchers like Justin Steele and Keegan Thompson as they navigate their first full big league campaign. The panel a...
Pitching, prospects and Brennen Davis
August 24, 2022 23:29 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBAndy Martinez and Tony Andracki dissect the Cubs' pitching staff with the addition of several young arms. How is the bullpen shaking out? What does the 2023 rotation look like? Plus, Lance Brozdowski chats with Brennen Davis on his injury recovery while Martinez and Andracki provide a slew of other prospect updates. The duo also discusses the importance of winning over the final six weeks of the season and what it could mean for this franchise moving forward. 00:16 - The plan fo...
2022 mid-year prospect rankings
August 19, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBLance Brozdowski stops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to share his new Top 25 Cubs prospect rankings and make Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki smarter. Brozdowski breaks down his list, what went into his reasoning behind who is ranked where and what he struggled with most as he put together the order. Plus, the panel breaks down the depth of the system, some new additions to the rankings, which players could join the list next season and a few prospects fans may see at Wrigley Field in...
Field of Dreams
August 13, 2022 14:48 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBThe Cubs won big at Field of Dreams - both in the game and in the experience at the magical place. Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki relive the best moments from the momentous day in Iowa and recall how the Cubs took in the event. Plus, catch an interview with Murray Cook, the groundskeeper at the Field of Dreams. In the second segment, our duo discusses the Jason Heyward news, Franmil Reyes' addition to this team and how Tom Ricketts is viewing the offseason. Jed Hoyer also chats ...
A trade deadline full of surprises
August 03, 2022 16:06 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBThe MLB trade deadline came and went and there was no shortage of surprising moves - by the Cubs and around the league. Juan Soto and Josh Hader are among the stars switching teams while the Cubs held on to a pair of stars of their own in Willson Contreras and Ian Happ. Even one of the moves the Cubs did make - trading away young reliever Scott Effross - was surprising, though the trio of veterans shipped out was predictable. Our panel of Elise Menaker, Andy Martinez and Tony An...
A convo with Carter Hawkins
July 28, 2022 16:24 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBCubs GM Carter Hawkins sits down with Cole Wright to discuss Willson Contreras' future, Nico Hoerner's emergence and more. Plus, the Cubs Weekly panel of Elise Menaker, Andy Martinez and Tony Andracki recap the emotional series at Wrigley Field for Contreras and Ian Happ. The trio also previews the upcoming trade deadline and the stories they're following leading up to the busy day. 00:46 - Trivia 02:51 - Recapping emotional series at Wrigley Field for Contreras, Happ 07:34 - Al...