Cubs Trade Yu Darvish & Victor Caratini To Padres (Explicit Pod)

The Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers were set to face off at Wrigley Field, but rain postponed the big NL Central matchup. Meanwhile, Kyle Tucker was surprisingly benched, adding another wrinkle to the Cubs’ recent struggles and offensive storylines. The CHGO Cubs Podcast crew breaks down the latest on the rainout, what Tucker’s benching means, and how the Cubs can regroup heading into the next stretch. Join us for Cubs news, analysis, and updates on everything happening at Wrigley Field. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

19 Aug 59min

The Chicago Cubs have now dropped 2 of 3 in Toronto, losing their third straight series, and the theme remains the same — the offense has disappeared. Kyle Tucker’s slump mirrors the rest of the Cubs lineup, as the bats have gone cold at the worst time. Corey and Kevin break down the offensive struggles, more strong work from the rotation, Owen Caissie’s MLB debut, and what the Cubs must do to turn things around. Plus, a look at the adjustments needed to reignite the offense and keep playoff hopes alive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

15 Aug 59min

The Chicago Cubs are calling up top prospect Owen Caissie, sources tell ESPN, ahead of the series finale against the Toronto Blue Jays. Caissie, acquired in the Yu Darvish trade with the Padres in 2020, is one of the Cubs’ most promising outfield prospects and could make his MLB debut tomorrow. Fans are eager to see how the Canadian standout performs at Wrigley Field and if he can make an immediate impact. Don’t miss our full breakdown of Caissie’s call-up, scouting report, and what it means for the Cubs’ playoff push Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

14 Aug 7min

The Chicago Cubs battled the Toronto Blue Jays to earn a hard-fought series tie, fueled by the scorching bat of rookie Matt Shaw. Shaw has been red hot at the plate, delivering clutch hits alongside key contributions from Michael Busch, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Seiya Suzuki. However, the win came with concern as catcher Miguel Amaya may be heading back to the injury list after tonight’s game. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down the offense, pitching performances, key moments, and what this series result means for the Cubs moving forward, plus the latest injury updates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

14 Aug 59min

The Cubs trip to Canada got off to a rocky start, losing to the Blue Jays 5-1. Join CHGO Host Luke Stuckmeyer and Special Guest Justin Roman as they break down another disappointing loss and how to make sense of a floundering offense. PLUS they discuss which Cubs made ESPN's Top-50 player list and MORE! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

13 Aug 59min

With just 45 games left in the 2025 season, the Chicago Cubs are fighting to keep their playoff hopes alive. Luke and Joey break down the team’s current standing, key performances from stars like Shota Imanaga, Seiya Suzuki, Michael Busch, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Kyle Tucker, and what needs to change to spark a late-season run. The Cubs have a critical stretch ahead with an interleague series against the Toronto Blue Jays followed by a showdown with the division-leading Milwaukee Brewers. Join the CHGO Cubs Podcast for in-depth analysis, bold predictions, and what it will take for the North Siders to make the postseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11 Aug 59min

The Chicago Cubs dropped their road series to the St. Louis Cardinals, but starting pitcher Shota Imanaga delivered another impressive performance on the mound. Matt Shaw provided the offensive highlight with a 2-run home run, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down Imanaga’s outing, the Cubs’ offensive struggles, and what this series loss means for the rest of the 2025 season. We’ll discuss standout moments, missed opportunities, and how the team can bounce back in their next matchup, plus all the latest from Busch Stadium. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

11 Aug 59min

Corey and Brendan break down Cade Horton’s 23‑inning scoreless streak and what it means for the Cubs’ rotation as Chicago fights through offensive slumps from Kyle Tucker, Seiya Suzuki, and Michael Busch. They also spot the sparks of a comeback from Ian Happ and Matt Shaw, and assess how those hot bats could flip the Cubs’ fortunes in the final 50 games. Tune in for a deep dive on the Cubs playoff outlook, roster moves to watch, and how Milwaukee’s hot streak changes the NL Central race. Subscribe to CHGO Cubs for daily analysis, clips, and live postgame breakdowns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

8 Aug 59min