Assessing the 2023 season
Was the Cubs' 2023 season a success? Our podcast panel of Andy Martínez, Tim Stebbins and Tony Andracki attempt to answer that question while providing initial thoughts on the campaign. What went right for the Cubs? From Cody Bellinger's MVP-caliber season to Justin Steele's Cy Young bid. What went wrong for the team this year? From performance in close games to a lack of bullpen depth, our crew discusses all angles. Plus, will the Cubs bring back Bellinger?
2 Loka 202350min
Backs against the wall
The Cubs Weekly Podcast recapped a tough, two-day stretch that saw the Cubs lose a pair of games by 1 run in Atlanta. Tony Andracki, Andy Martínez and Tim Stebbins broke down the start of the series and looked ahead to the final 4 games of the regular season. The trio discussed the Cubs’ bullpen woes, how David Ross can piece together the end of a game and how the defense — a staple for this team — has struggled of late. Later in the podcast, the group discuss the impact of Jeimer Candelario returning to the lineup and what it means for the Cubs moving forward. As it stands, the Cubs have Justin Steele lined up to pitch game 162 against Milwaukee, which begs the question: if the Cubs get into the playoffs, who starts Game 1 of the Wild Card round? Andracki, Stebbins and Martínez discuss that and more in this week’s edition of the pod.
28 Syys 202335min
Down to the wire
25 Syys 202339min
One step forward, one step back
The Cubs had an epic offensive explosion Tuesday night at Wrigley Field to reclaim a playoff spot. Wednesday night brought about some question marks with Justin Steele's tough outing. We break it down on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast with our panel of Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki. How will the Cubs utilize Marcus Stroman down the stretch? Plus, why the Nick Madrigal injury is an underrated important storyline, Alexander Canario's big night and an ever-fluid bullpen.
21 Syys 202333min
September Slump
The Cubs were swept out of the desert and begin the final homestand of 2023 in an unenviable position in the playoffs.Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki analyze the Cubs' 5-game losing streak and where the team goes from here. Who will step up in the bullpen? How does the offense get back on track? Will the Cubs take advantage of a soft schedule on the upcoming week?We answer these questions and more on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast.
18 Syys 202324min
September grind
Carlos Peña joins Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki on the Cubs Weekly Podcast to dissect the team's disappointing series in Colorado. Top prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong had a storybook debut but the Cubs still dropped the final 2 games to the Rockies. Peña reflects on his own debut, evaluates what he's seen from "PCA" so far and explains how Seiya Suzuki was able to regain his confidence and become a game-changing player for the Cubs down the stretch.Plus, Dansby Swanson is exactly what the Cubs paid for and the panel discusses how the team can bounce back in Arizona.
14 Syys 202333min
Unexpected Contributions
The Cubs salvaged the series finale Sunday against the Diamondbacks and the Cubs Weekly Podcast broke it all down. Tony Andracki and Andy Martínez break down the Cubs offense and why the Cubs weren’t concerned after scoring just 4 runs in the first three games of the series.The pair discuss Kyle Hendricks’ importance to this team, especially given his injury last season and the uncertain nature of his return, let alone his performance. Also on the pitching side, the duo look at the Cubs’ bullpen, who has stepped into David Ross’ circle of trust and how he is managing workload for a corps of relievers that has been heavily relied on.Later in the podcast, Andracki and Martínez look at Bellinger’s significance to the Cubs’ offense and where they would be without him.
11 Syys 202326min
A giant series win
The Cubs swept the San Francisco Giants in a series with massive Wild Card implications. The Cubs Weekly Podcast, hosted by Andy Martínez and Tim Stebbins, recapped the series including big performances from Seiya Suzuki, Justin Steele and Jordan Wicks.Martínez and Stebbins discussed the Cubs’ ability to rest some of their bullpen arms in the series, how David Ross is managing late-season fatigue and why it’s important to preserve some of those key relievers. They examined Adbert Alzolay's absence and why a few days off now is beneficial. Later in the podcast, the duo looked at September call-ups, including why they decided to call up Shane Greene and move on from him in a short amount of time. Then, the Cubs discuss one of the hot topics among Cubs’ fans, Alexander Canario and why he hasn’t seen too much playing time and what the Cubs hope he gains in his time up in the major leagues.
7 Syys 202336min
