Cubs Weekly

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Cubs Weekly Podcast

Serving Chicago 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)

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Reasons for optimism over the final 6 weeks

    The Cubs are making a run at a final National League Wild-Card spot and with a little over 6 weeks left in the 2024 season, we run down why there are legitimate reasons for optimism with the Cubs. On the other hand, are there reasons for pessimism? Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki discuss recent trends with this team and what the series in Cleveland actually means. Plus, Doug Glanville analyzes Pete Crow-Armstrong's rookie seasons and evaluates the Cubs' playoff chances - including whether or not this season will end with a trip to October.

    26 min

  2. AUG 8

    One last push for the playoffs

    The Cubs wrapped up a successful, 5-2 homestand against the Cardinals and Twins and Tony Andracki and Andy Martínez broke down on the Cubs Weekly Podcast. The duo debate whether the Cubs have one final push for a playoff spot left in them after moving to 6 games back in the Wild Card and 3 games under .500 with about 7 weeks to play. Before Wednesday’s finale against the Twins the Cubs had a 5.9% chance to make the playoffs, per Fangraphs. They breakdown the success of the bottom of the order and how the success of Dansby Swanson, Pete Crow-Armstrong and how that has contributed. Andracki and Martínez later assess the odds of Michael Busch and Shota Imanaga for NL Rookie of the Year and where they fit in that race. The two share their early impressions on Isaac Paredes and what he has brought to the Cubs.

    26 min

  3. AUG 1

    Recapping a slow, yet impactful trade deadline

    The trade deadline came and went with the Cubs making just three moves — trading for Nate Pearson, Isaac Paredes and minor leaguers Ben Cowles and Jack Neely and sending out Mark Leiter Jr., Christopher Morel, Hunter Bigge and three minor-leaguers. Elise Menaker and Andy Martínez broke down the three deals and why the Cubs were relatively quiet this deadline and whether or not the team is punting on 2024. The crew broke down why Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer executed the deals he did and if they were successful in accomplishing their goals of building for 2025 and beyond. While the Morel trade might have been a bit of a shock, Menaker and Martínez discussed why the Cubs were OK parting ways with him and what made Paredes such a target for the Cubs. They discuss why the Cubs didn’t move players like Jameson Taillon, Héctor Neris and Drew Smyly and how Neely could factor into the equation for the Cubs down the stretch.

    26 min

  4. JUL 29

    Breaking down the Cubs' fascinating - and surprising - deadline moves

    Many around baseball expected the Cubs to be sellers at the 2024 MLB trade deadline but their first 2 moves actually enhanced the big-league roster. From the Christopher Morel for Isaac Paredes deal to acquiring pitcher Nate Pearson, the Cubs have improved their roster for 2024 and also beyond. Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki break down the moves, why the Cubs dealt away Morel and how Paredes represents a clear upgrade at third base. Plus, what are the Cubs getting in Paredes and Pearson?

    21 min

  5. JUL 25

    Threading the needle

    The Cubs are in an interesting position entering the 2024 MLB trade deadline. What should they do?   Joe Girardi, Taylor McGregor, Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki discuss all the options in front of the Cubs and how they see things playing out for Jed Hoyer's front office.   Our panel also reacts to Hoyer's public comments about his approach to the deadline, break down the homestand (including a tough series against the Brewers) and weigh in on what players could be traded away from Chicago.   Plus, Girardi provides a perspective as a former manager on how players and teams handle the trade deadline rumors inside the clubhouse.

    27 min

  6. JUL 18

    Behind the Cubs' 2024 MLB Draft

    Vice president of scouting Dan Kantrovitz joins the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with Lance Brozdowski and Tony Andracki about the team's 2024 MLB Draft. From top pick Cam Smith to 2nd-rounder Cole Mathis to some surprises along the way, Kantrovitz explains the Cubs' approach to this year's Draft and how it played out for the organization.  Plus, we look back on past drafts, as Kantrovitz analyzes the careers of former 1st-rounders Matt Shaw and Cade Horton plus other scouting "wins" in the organization in recent years.

    23 min

  7. JUL 17

    A unique perspective on the state of baseball

    Journeyman pitcher Dan Straily joined Lance Brozdowski on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast. Straily is a veteran pitcher currently pitching for the Cubs' Triple-A affiliate in Iowa. The former Cub was part of several big trades in franchise history - once acquired in the Jeff Samardzija/Addison Russell deal with the Oakland A's and later traded for Dexter Fowler. Straily chats about the place analytics has in baseball today, how he has seen the sport change over this 15-year career and what he would adjust if he were the MLB commissioner.

    26 min

  8. JUL 11

    Sutcliffe, Sandberg, Shota and Steele

    Former Cy Young winner Rick Sutcliffe stopped by the Cubs Weekly Podcast with hosts Tony Andracki and Andy Martínez. The “Red Baron” reflected on Ryne Sandberg’s new statue unveiled at Gallagher Way. Sutcliffe shared stories about his former teammate, including car rides to Wrigley Field and spending time in meetings with Lou Piniella after their playing days ended. The 1979 Rookie of the Year then discussed this year’s team — including what he’s thought of rookie phenom Shota Imanaga and who it reminds him of. Later in the pod, Sutcliffe shares a fun story about Justin Steele ahead of his first career complete game and a behind-the-scenes anecdote with Ian Happ.

    25 min
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Serving Chicago 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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  • Creator
    Marquee Sports Network
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    208
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Marquee Sports Network. All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Cubs Weekly

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