Assessing Cubs’ recent stretch
Chicago Tribune Cubs beat writer Meghan Montemurro stops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with host Andy Martínez about the Cubs’ recent stretch. The pair discuss what’s gone wrong for David Ross’ side during a 5-13 stretch. The pair talk about the team’s offense, which has struggled to deliver crucial knocks with runners in scoring position. Montemurro delves into the recent offensive surge by Seiya Suzuki and discuss his importance to the team’s offense. Later in the podcast, the duo discuss the team’s struggles on the mound and the affect that is having on their recent struggles. Montemurro and Martínez break down the decision to option Hayden Wesneski, what that means for the rotation and bullpen moving forward.
18 Maj 202332min
The Road to Wrigley
Andy Martínez and Chris Emma discuss the recent call-ups of Miguel Amaya, Matt Mervis and Christopher Morel while previewing the upcoming road trip. Lance Brozdowski also interviews Cubs No. 6 Owen Caissie in Tennessee to do discuss hitting and his WBC experience.
11 Maj 202331min
Matt Mervis call-up; Dexter Fowler on Cubs’ April
On this edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Andy Martínez and Tim Stebbins react to reports that the Cubs are calling up Matt Mervis from Triple-A Iowa. The pair assess what he can bring up to the Cubs and what the news means for the roster.Then, Dexter Fowler stops by the podcast to recap the first month-plus of the Cubs’ season and what he’s seen out of the team. Plus, Fowler shares how Cody Bellinger has been able to perform so strongly.The group looks ahead to the Cubs' upcoming homestand, including former Cub Willson Contreras' return to Wrigley Field. Fowler shares some of his experiences of returning to the Friendly Confines with St. Louis.
4 Maj 202340min
Miguel Montero
Former Cub and World Series winner Miguel Montero stopped by the Cubs Weekly Podcast during Cubs Convention earlier this year to talk with host Tony Andracki about his time with the Cubs, 2016 and what it was like during their championship run.Montero discuss what it was like playing in Game 7 of that Fall Classic, catching Jake Arrieta during his legendary run and more about what he’s up to now — working in the Arizona front office.
27 Apr 202326min
Recapping a strong west coast trip
The Cubs opened their first West Coast trip of the year with a pair of series wins over the Los Angeles Dodgers and Oakland A’s, going 5-1 Chris Emma, Tim Stebbins and Andy Martínez recap the Cubs’ trip out West. The panel looks at the success of Marcus Stroman, the Cubs pitching staff and look at what a successful season for Cody Bellinger looks like and if expectations for him have changed. Later on in the episode, the trio answer an interesting question: who you would rather buy stock over the next five years in the Dodgers or Cubs? Emma, Stebbins and Martinez then preview the upcoming homestand for the Cubs where they host the Dodgers and Padres in a 7-game homestand.
20 Apr 202346min
A big week at Wrigley
The weather was gorgeous, Wrigley Field debuted brand new lights, the Cubs pulled off a couple of huge wins and Ian Happ will remain in Chicago for the next four seasons.It was certainly an action-packed week at the "Friendly Confines" and our panel of Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Tim Stebbins breaks it all down. How did Ian Happ's extension come together and what does it mean for the organization long-term? What stood out from the Cubs' victories over the Mariners on Monday and Tuesday? What are the main takeaways from the Cubs' first 11 games?Our crew answers this and more on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast.
13 Apr 202339min
2023 preseason prospect rankings
Lance Brozdowski joins the Cubs Weekly Podcast to discuss his latest version of the organization's top prospect list, which has now expanded to 30 players. This updated list also features a change atop the rankings compared to past iterations.Brozdowski chats with Tony Andracki and Andy Martínez about his main takeaways as he put together the Top 30 list, what part of the rankings was most difficult and any surprises that came up.Find out why Brennen Davis, D.J. Herz and Caleb Kilian were among the biggest fallers in the new rankings while young pitchers Ben Brown and Daniel Palencia soared up the list.Plus, who are some prospects who could enjoy breakout 2023 campaigns and which minor leaguers will make the biggest impact at Wrigley Filed this season?
6 Apr 202342min
2023 season preview and predictions
The 2023 MLB season is here and the Cubs have a completely retooled roster after a busy offseason.Before the Cubs get set to host the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field to open the campaign, we reflected on the entirety of Spring Training and looked ahead to the year in front of us.Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Taylor McGregor provide their thoughts on the upcoming Cubs season, ranging from bold predictions to projections for team MVP, Cy Young winner and more.Martínez and Andracki also dissect all of the Cubs Opening Day roster news - which featured a pair of surprises - as well as Nico Hoerner's reported extension.
28 Mars 202354min
