Climbing the Ivy

The official Cubbies Crib show, featuring Fansided writers Alex Patt and Adam McGinnis. We occasionally bring on special guests to discuss certain Cubs-related topics with us. Check out cubbiescrib.com/

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Episode 11: Your 2018 Chicago Cubs have arrived!

Happy Opening Day Eve! The Chicago Cubs will begin their quest for the 2018 World Series in Miami tomorrow. How will the Cubs do this season? Has the leadoff situation been solved with Ian Happ? How will they start this season off with this 10-game road trip? We will discuss the team from their performances in spring training and last year to put together our predictions for the season. Also being discussed are key opponents in the National Leauge. All of this and more on Climbing the Ivy!

Mar 29, 2018•1 hr

Episode 10: One More Week!, Entering homestretch of Spring, Grimm gone and more

The Chicago Cubs are entering the homestretch of Spring Training as the season opener in Miami inches closer. Veteran pitcher Justin Grimm was released last week and was picked up by the Royals. There has been an interesting trend of former Cub players going to Kansas City. Also looking at the performances of the starting pitchers this spring, which has been overall really good and any concerns about the bullpen pitchers. Cannot forget some bad food/entertainment takes from Adam of course! All o...

Mar 22, 2018•45 min

Episode IX: Good luck Jake Arrieta - MiLB implementing new rules and more!

Hosts Alex and Adam will be discussing former Cub Jake Arrieta's deal with the Phillies. Does the addition of Arrieta make the Phillies competitive now? Is this the best place for him to be? Also being discussed is the new MiLB implementation of the "runner-on-second rule" by Rob Manfred. Is it good for baseball to explore this? Other moves in baseball that have been made the past week will be discussed including Neil Walker and Lance Lynn. When will Alex Cobb sign? All this and more on the Cubb...

Mar 15, 2018•43 min

Episode VIII: The Last Ace - Jake Arrieta Still Unsigned as Yu Darvish Debuts

Climbing the Ivy, the official Cubbies Crib podcast returns to talk Spring Training, a Yu Darvish debut and the continued waiting game on the part of Jake Arrieta. Along with Arrieta, Lance Lynn and Alex Cobb remain unsigned as Opening Day draws closer. Are the Chicago Cubs ready to begin a reign of dominance in the National League? Will the Los Angeles Dodgers supplant the St. Louis Cardinals as their chief rival - or has that already happeened given their recent postseason matchups? Co-hosts J...

Mar 08, 2018•44 min

Episode VII: The Willson Awakens as the Chicago Cubs near their Spring opener

Climbing the Ivy, the official Cubbies Crib podcast, is on the air. This week, we get ready for the start of Cactus and Grapefruit League action by breaking down the latest Spring Training news. Several big trades and signings took place this week, altering the landscape of several divisions. Willson Contreras has issues with the league's new mound visit rule and Yu Darvish is leaving his new teammates speechless. Co-hosts Jake Misener and Alex Patt talk baseball every Wednesday at 9 p.m. CT.

Feb 22, 2018•43 min

Episode VI: Return of the Baseball as Spring Training Opens Up

For the second time in less than a week, Climbing the Ivy, the official Cubbies Crib podcast, is on the air. This time, we celebrate as teams across Major League Baseball report to their respective Spring Training homes to begin another season. As for the Cubs, pitchers and catchers report to Mesa this week with several key position players already working out, as well. We also celebrate Valentine's Day - by running down the things we love most about the Chicago Cubs. Co-hosts Jake Misener and A...

Feb 15, 2018•45 min

Episode V: The Cubs Strike Back, Sign Yu Darvish & Complete Their Offseason

A special episode of Climbing the Ivy, the official Cubbies Crib podcast hits the airwaves in celebration of the first marquee free agent signing of the offseason. The Chicago Cubs reportedly agreed to a six-year, $126 million deal with right-hander Yu Darvish just days before pitchers and catchers report to camp in Mesa. With Darvish in-tow, are the Cubs now the team to beat in the National League? Will the logjam finally break now that Darvish is off the market? Co-hosts Jake Misener and Alex ...

Feb 12, 2018•45 min

Episode IV: A New Hope That Someday, Yu Darvish Will Sign

In the latest episode of the Cubbies Crib podcast, co-hosts Jake Misener and Alex Patt have a lot to talk about - despite not a lot happening since last week. The ongoing Yu Darvish sweepstakes continue to evolve, with multiple new suitors in hot pursuit. The calendar has turned to February, meaning Spring Training month is FINALLY at-hand. With MLB and the Union at odds, is a work stoppage in the future? This and plenty more coming up in tonight's episode.

Feb 08, 2018•45 min

Episode III: Revenge of the Anxious, Stressed Free Agent Class

Co-hosts Jake Misener and Taylor Mathis host the Cubbies Crib podcast, breaking down the latest in Major League Baseball, rumors and rumblings surrounding the Chicago Cubs and lots of other topics that may or may not be completely relevant. In this week's episode, the team is joined by Alex Patt, a staff writer for Cubbies Crib. The trio will break down today's Hall of Fame voting results, the latest Hot Stove rumors and more.

Jan 25, 2018•45 min

Episode II: The Ice-Cold Stove Has Us All Freezing To Death

The new rendition of the Cubbies Crib podcast kicks off with a check-in on the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings. Senior site editor Jake Misener is joined by co-host Taylor Mathis and staff writer Alex Patt with just over a month till Spring Training begins.

Jan 11, 2018•59 min

Episode I: A Check-In from the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings

The new rendition of the Cubbies Crib podcast kicks off with a check-in on the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings. Senior site editor Jake Misener is joined by co-hosts Taylor Mathis and Justin Curran as the team gets the offseason rolling ahead of the holidays.

Dec 13, 2017•59 min

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