Opening Weekend takeaways and new prospect rankings
With the Cubs taking 2 of 3 from the Brewers in the first series of 2022, our panel (Elise Menaker, Tony Andracki and Lance Brozdowksi) discuss the top takeaways from the weekend. Topics include Seiya Suzuki's historic debut, the success of the rotation and surprising developments.Then, Brozdowski takes the group through his latest Top 25 Cubs prospect rankings, explaining why players slot in at each spot.Who made the biggest leap? Who is poised to shoot up the list in 2022 or beyond? Which players just missed the cut? Brozdowski answers these questions and more.
12 Apr 202246min
2022 preview and predictions plus a sit-down with Nick Madrigal
The 2022 MLB season is upon us! Our panel (Elise Menaker, Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez) previews the Cubs season and provides predictions on a variety of topics, including:-Favorite Spring Training moment-2022 Cubs breakout player-Under-the-radar players to keep an eye on-Who will lead the Cubs in homers?-Who will lead the Cubs in saves?-Biggest surprise of the season-Bold predictions-Must-watch series for the seasonPlus, Cubs second baseman Nick Madrigal stops by the podcast to chat about his unicorn approach at the plate, his thoughts on walk-up songs and how he will work with the team to stay healthy in 2022.
5 Apr 202255min
Suzuki, Contreras and other updates from Spring Training
Reporting from Mesa, Ariz., host Elise Menaker is joined by Bruce Levine and Tony Andracki to touch on all the latest updates from Cubs camp.From Seiya Suzuki's upcoming Cactus League debut to Willson Contreras' contract news to how the bullpen and pitching staff are shaping up, our crew discusses the most pertinent news.
23 Mars 202216min
Cubs make a splash in free agency and return of baseball
On this week’s edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Andy Martínez, Cole Wright and Bruce Levine discuss the news on the reported signing of Seiya Suzuki. Then the trio breakdown the newest additions to the roster, including Marcus Stroman, Wade Miley and Andrelton Simmons. The crew also discusses some injury updates and Levine gives some insight on additions to the Cubs roster, all while celebrating the return of baseball.
17 Mars 202229min
Navigating a strange weekend and a chat with Burl Carraway
It was a strange weekend for the Cubs as they were forced back to Chicago after more positive tests on the Cardinals. Elise Menaker filled in as host of the Cubs Weekly podcast and chats with Marquee Sports Network's digital contributor Andy Martinez on how the Cubs navigated the awkward weekend while Jed Hoyer and David Ross also reacted to the looting in Chicago. Then, second-round pick Burl Carraway joined Tony Andracki and Lance Brozdowski to run down what his experience has been like at the Cubs alternate training site in South Bend and how he developed velocity on his fastball that can now reach triple digits.
10 Mars 202233min
Prospect rankings and 1-on-1 with Brennen Davis
On the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Lance Brozdowski joins to discuss his Top 20 Cubs prospect rankings, which is live now on MarqueeSportsNetwork.com. Brozdowski details how easy it was to choose No. 1 on the list (Brennen Davis) and also chats 1-on-1 with the young outfielder in Tennessee. Davis explains how he's adjusted to the jump from High-A to Double-A and his daily mental approach.Brozdowski and Tony Andracki break down the rest of the Top 20 prospect rankings and how the order was determined after Davis at No. 1. Plus, what surprised Brozdowski as he talked to scouts and players and watched video in researching for this list? And what prospects are poised to make the greatest leap on the next iteration of the rankings?
10 Mars 202237min
Ed Howard on finding success and his support system back home in Chicago, plus a full onsite report from Class-A Myrtle Beach
On the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Elise Menaker and Lance Brozdowski debut an exclusive interview with Ed Howard in Class A Myrtle Beach. They also reflect on a conversation Lance had with Howard’s Mt. Carmel High School baseball coach, Brian Hurry, and reveal a special surprise Marquee put together for Howard’s interview. But before those sit-downs, Menaker and Brozdowski chat about Owen Caissie, Christian Franklin, DJ Herz and Jordan Nwogu. They discuss Caissie’s Canadian high school roots and his cerebral approach to his swing and Franklin’s whirlwind last few months after being drafted in the 4th round by the Cubs this July. They also dig into Herz’s heart-warming hometown start, his recent promotion to South Bend and Nwogu’s relationship with Howard. Then, Coach Hurry’s details what stands out about Howard’s on and off-field talents and how big of an impact he’s had on Mt. Carmel’s baseball program. And Ed Howard chats about his acclimation to Class A from high school, how much the Cubs mean to the city of Chicago and the close circle of support he relies on for motivation.
10 Mars 202238min
Top Storylines of the 2021 Minor League Season and a conversation with Adbert Alzolay
On the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Elise Menaker and Lance Brozdowski have a makeshift draft of what they believe are the top storylines of the Cubs 2021 Minor League season.Plus, Cubs pitcher Adbert Alzolay and his wife sat down with Taylor McGregor to talk about his family, his journey to the major leagues and more.
10 Mars 202246min
