How the Iowa Cubs have emerged as key funnel for the big-league club
The "next man up" mentality has been a huge key for the Cubs this season and that starts in Iowa. To get a glimpse into how the I-80 shuttle has become so frutiful for the organization, we talked to Iowa Cubs play-by-play broadcaster Alex Cohen and analyst/reporter Elise Menaker.Marquee Sports Network is airing 14 days of Iowa Cubs action this summer, including on back-to-back days this week on June 10-11.Menaker and Cohen break down the culture at Principal Park with Marty Pevey's club and explains how big-leaguers like Jason Heyward and Alec Mills have provided wisdom during rehab stints.Speaking of wisdom, Cohen also explains Patrick Wisdom's journey from Iowa Cubs Opening Day starter to National League Player of the Week.Plus, who are some other players to keep an eye on in Iowa that may impact the Chicago team down the road?
9 Juni 202130min
Did the Cubs just put the NL on notice?
After a strong homestand and a sweep of the Padres, the Cubs have clearly sent a message to the rest of the National League that they are a force to be reckoned with.Ryan Dempster joins host Cole Wright and Tony Andracki to break down the Cubs' recent hot streak and how the team has changed the narrative after an 11-15 April. Dempster also shares what advice he gave to Anthony Rizzo that still resonates today and recounts an amazing Vince Vaughn story.Plus, a chat with Cubs pitcher Tommy Nance and his father, Mark, who is afflicted with ALS. June 2 was the inaugural Lou Gehrig Day around Major League Baseball to raise awareness and funding for ALS and those families living with the disease.
4 Juni 202152min
An inside perspective on the rise of Cubs young pitching
On the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Iowa Cubs pitching coach Ron Villone stops by for a chat on the young arms in the organization and how they each forged a path to the big leagues. Villone discusses his time with Adbert Alzolay, Justin Steele, Tommy Nance and others and provides a unique lens to view the Cubs' young pitchers. Plus, Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez break down all the injuries for the Cubs and what it means for the team moving forward as they wrap up a really successful month of May.
26 Maj 202137min
A discussion with Doug Glanville on unwritten rules and analytics
Doug Glanville stops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with host Cole Wright and Tony Andracki about a couple of buzz topics surrounding Major League Baseball lately - unwritten rules and analytics.Glanville hosts Class is in Session on Marquee Sports Network and explains what stood out to him most from a recent episode revolving around analytics and their role in today's game. He also explains why Kris Bryant's versatility cannot be measured on paper and the trio discuss how the Cubs have turned around their offense in part by going against some analytics.Plus, an open conversation about the White Sox unwritten rules controversy and an interview with the Cubs new PA announcer Jeremiah Paprocki.
19 Maj 202141min
Megalodons, Avengers and the Cubs' depth
On the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, reporters Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez run down the team's recent road trip and how all the injuries are impacting the roster. Plus, we dive into how the Cubs have turned things around offensively this season and Andy nerds out with some "Avengers" comparisons. We also welcome in Cubs director Mike Fox and Cubs productions producer/editor Pat Gostele (20:47) for a behind-the-scenes look at the Megalodon, Marquee Sports Network's groundbreaking new camera that created a buzz at the ballpark on the last homestand.
13 Maj 202141min
Promising signs for the Cubs
As the Cubs claimed a series victory over the Dodgers with a doubleheader sweep, David Ross' group has exhibited some encouraging signs lately.Host Cole Wright is joined by reporters Taylor McGregor and Tony Andracki on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast to run down some of those promising tidbits, including:Kyle Hendricks' bounceback startThe offense jumping on Clayton KershawDavid Bote's "clutch" geneKris Bryant's resurgent seasonYoung pitchers showing potential
6 Maj 202129min
Assessing the first month of 2021
The first month of the 2021 season is in the books and we have learned plenty about the Cubs so far. We break it all down on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast with host Cole Wright, Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez. The trio provides reaction to the big Bears draft pick and weigh in on how they believe the Cubs lineup will be structured moving forward. Plus, analysis on the pitching staff, injury updates and the return of Minor League Baseball.
1 Maj 202138min
A little small ball and getting the Cubs offense going
The Cubs’ pulled out a small-ball win over the Mets and sit at 8-9. The offense has shown some signs of resurgence and Sean Marshall and Andy Martinez join host Cole Wright to break it down on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast. The trio discuss Anthony Rizzo heating up, the bright spots of the rotation and bullpen and Marshall breaks down just
22 Apr 202129min
