Are the Chicago Cubs focused on the mid-tier free agent market? MLB Network's Siera Santos joins the guys to talk free agency, the Cubs and covering baseball's postseason. And did you see Matt Shaw's play at 3rd base last night? Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Ryan Herrera for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Nov 13, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1032
Fix 'em. The Chicago Cubs have won 83 games in back-to-back seasons. How will they move forward? Who are the building blocks for the franchise? Pete Crow-Armstrong and pick four more. Plus, Shota Imanaga gets snubbed by the NL Cy Young Award voters. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Ryan Herrera and Patrick Norton for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Nov 12, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1031
Sounds like the Chicago Cubs won't be trying to land top free agents Corbin Burnes or Juan Soto. What about pitcher Roki Sasaki? Can Shota Imanaga and Seiya Suzuki help recruit the Japanese star? Plus, Cubs prospect Matt Shaw walks it off for Team USA! Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Ryan Herrera for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Nov 11, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1030
Is Max Fried a fit for the Cubs? What makes him stand out? Who else might the Cubs consider? Will they prioritize pitching over hitting?
Nov 08, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 1029
Major League Baseball's GM meetings in San Antonio could be laying the groundwork for free agent signings and trades on the horizon? One expert says Chicago Cubs top 100 prospect Owen Caissie is getting mentioned in a lot in trade buzz. Is Caissie the right or wrong prospect to part with this winter? Plus, the St. Louis Cardinals are making Willson Contreras and other key players available. Are the Birds making room for something bigger?Join Ryan Herrera, Luke Stuckmeyer and Kevin Wells for the ...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 1028
A year ago today the Chicago Cubs signed Craig Counsell and shoved aside David Ross. Now Ross may have a new home. Will Counsell have a bigger impact this offseason? Plus, Kyle Hendricks may have found a landing spot in the American League. The Latest from the GM meetings on how the Cubs may alter the starting rotation and an update on Ben Brown. Join Ryan Herrera, Luke Stuckmeyer and Kevin Wells for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Nov 06, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 1027
MLB free agency is officially here. We basically know who they won’t be going after. But which free agents could (and should) the Cubs realistically target? Plus, the Cubs made some roster moves, and one of them is — they brought back old friend Rob Zastryzny! Join Ryan Herrera, Nate Poppen and Patrick Norton for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 1026
Chicago Cubs outfielder Cody Bellinger is reportedly opting into his 2025 player option. That means Belli is back for $27.5 million. What’s it mean for the offseason and the future of the franchise...aka is the Juan Soto dream officially dead now? Also, congrats to Ian Happ on his third straight Gold Glove! But did Dansby Swanson get snubbed? Ryan Herrera and Nate Poppen are in the hot seat on the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 1025
Corey and Brendan discuss the first week "action items" of the offseason. Will Cody Bellinger opt in? And if so, how does that change the course of the offseason?
Nov 01, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 1024
The World Series is over after the Los Angeles Dodgers came back to beat the sloppy New York Yankees in Game 5. Now the Chicago Cubs farm system may have to provide the Cubs with valuable trade chips this offseason and some key contributions to the MLB roster in 2025. How do Matt Shaw, Moises Ballesteros and the rest of the top prospects look going into the winter? How do you avoid trading the wrong guys? Greg Huss, co-founder of North Side Bound, joins Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan He...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 1023
The New York Yankees bounced back to win Game 4 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Both teams feature massive payrolls full of superstars. Should Jed Hoyer and the Chicago Cubs be held to the same standard? What questions do the Cubs have to answer to close the gap? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 1022
The CHGO 2024 postseason report cards wrap up with the manager. Did Craig Counsell earn a passing grade in his 1st season with the Chicago Cubs? Will David Ross call into the show as a special guest? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Oct 29, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 1021
Join the DIEHARDS for just $4 a month! https://www.allchgo.com/intro-offer-youtube The Los Angeles Dodgers have a 2-0 lead in the World Series and now there's a report that they will try to sign Juan Soto in the offseason. Can the Chicago Cubs ever compete in the National League if that happens? How big is the gap? Plus, the 2024 report cards continue as we try to forget that the Chicago Bears are the most laughed at team in the NFL. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the C...
Oct 28, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1020
Corey and Brendan discuss this week's news centered on the report that Dansby Swanson played through May with a knee injury and Nico Hoerner's recent torn flexor tendon repair surgery.
Oct 25, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 1019
The World Series starts tomorrow! The guys chop it up and give their predictions for Dodgers vs Yankees. Our 2024 report cards continue with two former Dodgers now on the Chicago Cubs. How would you grade this season for Cody Bellinger and Michael Busch? Is Pete Alonzo a better option? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the CHGO Cubs Podcast
Oct 24, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 1018
Join the DIEHARDS for just $4 a month! https://www.allchgo.com/intro-offer-youtube The ex-Cub factor should be in full force for the World Series. Which former North Sider will be a part of one of the key moments between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees? Plus, the report cards are still arriving. The guys are grading Chicago Cubs starter Jameson Taillon's 2024 season. Will it create more drama? Possibly. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the CHGO Cubs Podcast....
Oct 23, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1017
This Chicago Cubs announced that 2nd baseman Nico Hoerner had flexor tendon surgery earlier this month. That explains the forearm pain throughout the season. Now what? When will he be ready and how does it impact the offseason? Plus, the 2024 CHGO Cubs player report cards continue! Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the grades and the takes on the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Oct 22, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1016
The World Series is set between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees. How or will this matchup have any impact on the Chicago Cubs? Will you root for Anthony Rizzo in his first World Series since 2016? Plus, it's the Monday Mailbag. Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera answer your questions on the the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Oct 21, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1015
On this week's CHGO Cubs recap, Tom Ricketts implies that he will not extend Jed Hoyer before the 2025 season. Does this mean Jed is on the hot seat? What are the fans reaction?
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 1014
The Chicago Cubs report cards continue after the 2024 season. What grade will the guys give rookie pitcher Shota Imanaga? He became a fan favorite from day one in Chicago! Plus, it's fair to guess the grades might be lower for the Cubs at the catcher position. Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Oct 17, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1013
He's a finalist for another Gold Glove Award…but how will the guys grade Dansby Swanson's 2024 season with the Cubs? Will a leg injury factor into the report cards? Plus, Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera grade the Cubs closer situation at the back of the bullpen. Join them live at 11:30am for the CHGO Cubs Podcast
Oct 16, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1012
The Chicago Cubs didn't make the playoffs but some of the individual grades aren't too bad. Were you happy with Pete Crow-Armstrong's rookie season? The guys are chopping it up and grading PCA and Javier Assad. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the report cards on the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Oct 15, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1011
While the MLB postseason continues without the Chicago Cubs, Tom Ricketts annual letter leaves fans wondering if it means anything for the upcoming offseason. Cody Delmendo, Ryan Herrera and special guest Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation discuss the letter, the championship series and more on the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 1010
On the Friday edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast, Corey and Kevin discuss watching the MLB Playoffs and what, if anything, we can takeaway about where the Cubs need to improve this offseason. They also discuss Nico Hoerner’s role and trade rumors for 2025.
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 1009
The Chicago Cubs handed third base to Christopher Morel in 2024 and ended the season with Isaac Paredes. What grade will the guys give third base? Plus, Justin Steele's report card on the mound. Playoff reactions and former Cubs pitcher Jose Quintana helps the Mets take out the Phillies. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Oct 10, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1008
Did Nico Hoerner do enough for the 2024 Chicago Cubs? Will he be a trade target in the offseason? The CHGO guys continue to hand out their offseason grades. How will the season report look for the Cubs 2nd baseman? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Oct 09, 2024•58 min•Ep. 1007
Kyle Hendricks and Ian Happ are currently the longest tenured Chicago Cubs. The CHGO guys hand out their report cards to both for the 2024 season. Plus, the Divisional Series are all tied up! Good thing the Cubs didn't trade for Clase!? Kidding. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the CHGO Cubs Podcast
Oct 08, 2024•58 min•Ep. 1006
The Chicago Bears have not won three games in a row since the 2020 season when Mitch Trubisky was the quarterback. Matt Eberflus has never won three in a row. The Bears are off to London with that goal in mind as they brace for matchup with Jacksonville after an impressive win over Carolina. Lance Briggs, Alex Brown, Herb Howard and Mark Carman look at what went right in yesterday’s blowout win and what the Bears can hopefully carry with them into week 6. It’s a victory Monday on the CHGO Bears ...
Oct 07, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 1005
Corey and Brendan are back for Friday weekly recaps. They discuss the Brewers' losing in heartbreak fashion, Jed Hoyer's press conference and comments on Cody Bellinger, whether Bellinger will opt out, and how the Cubs might proceed if Bellinger opts in
Oct 04, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 1004
Jed Hoyer wants the Chicago Cubs to achieve sustained success. How is that achieved and more importantly WHEN? Do the rival Milwaukee Brewers have the division's next big superstar? Plus, can the Cubs use the San Diego Padres blueprint this offseason? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.
Oct 03, 2024•59 min•Ep. 1003