Catching up with Frank Schwindel
Cubs first baseman Frank Schwindel stops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with host Cole Wright and Tony Andracki.Topics include:-Schwindel's whirlwind 2021 season-What led to his immediate success in Chicago?-Interactions with Cubs fans-How he plays so loose and relaxed on the field-His favorite moment as a Cub-Goals for 2022 and beyond
10 Mars 202224min
Checking in from Arizona on Cubs prospects making improvements, adjustments
Lance Brozdowski checks in from Arizona with Andy Martínez to give the latest on some of the Cubs pitching prospects on this edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast. Brozdowski breaks down some of the adjustments that pitching prospects like Jordan Wicks, Caleb Killian and others have been working on in terms of pitch grips and mechanics. We also get the latest on some minor changes that 2020 1st round pick Ed Howard has been working on in his swing. Then, Brozdowski shares some of the fun that the prospects have been having in camp.
7 Mars 202225min
Prospect talk with VP of Player Development Jared Banner
Cubs Vice President of Player Development Jared Banner joins Tony Andracki and Lance Brozdowski on this edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast.Banner discusses his new role, the Cubs' ongoing prospect camp in Arizona and some big picture concepts, including how the organization is making practice more difficult for players.Plus, Banner gets into detail on a slew of Cubs prospects including Brennen Davis, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Caleb Kilian, D.J. Herz and James Triantos.
28 Feb 202234min
A conversation with organizations making a difference
In a special Black History Month edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez have profound conversations with a pair of community leaders.LaVonte Stewart Sr., the Founding Executive Director of Lost Boyz Inc., joins Andracki to discuss his organization and how he uses baseball to make a difference in the lives of young kids in Chicago.Then, Tracy Abrams - the CEO of Chicago Positive Impact and former University of Illinois basketball star - joins Martinez to discuss the importance of mentorship and how that guides his organization in making the lives of children better.
24 Feb 202234min
Kerry Wood
Cubs icon Kerry Wood joins the Cubs Weekly Podcast with Tony Andracki and Bruce Levine. The 1998 National League Rookie of the Year touches on a variety of topics, including:What role baseball plays in his life currentlySigning with the Cubs as a 17-year-oldHandling the national attention after the 20-strikeout performanceDealing with adversity of injuriesHow he was 20 minutes away from retiring in 2007Best moments of his career Favorite teammates and coaches Leaving Chicago and joining new teams in Cleveland and New York His relationship with Cubs fansEmotions he felt as the Cubs won it all in 2016
2 Feb 202247min
MLB.com’s Jesse Sanchez on the international signing class
MLB.com's national baseball reporter Jesse Sanchez joins Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez on the Cubs Weekly Podcast to break down the organization's international signing class, headlined by Alexis Hernandez (brother of Cristian Hernandez). What should Cubs fans know about these prospects? The Cubs have notoriously been aggressive on the international market - how have they built up their development pipeline to help these prospects transition to the States?Plus, scouting reports on previous international signings, like Cristian Hernandez and Reginald Preciado.
20 Jan 202228min
Former Cubs beat writer Bruce Miles joins the show
Bruce Miles covered the Cubs for over two decades and the veteran scribe joins the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez about his memories on the beat.From his first year in an eventful 1998 season to the Cubs heartbreak in 2003 to the magical fall of 2016, Miles was there to document every step of the way. He touches on some of his favorite managers to talk to, how the Cubs fanbase has changed over time and some of his most unforgettable moments.Plus, Miles offers up advice for young journalists and details how the job has changed over the last 25 years.
6 Jan 202226min
GM Meetings recap and an interview with Jed Hoyer and Carter Hawkins
On the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Andy Martinez and Bruce Levine are on location and recap the GM Meetings.Then, they share their thoughts on the week, including a memorable road trip. The pair share what they think the Cubs' offseason will look like.Plus, Levine chats with Jed Hoyer and Carter Hawkins to go more in-depth on the Cubs' offseason.
11 Nov 202130min
