CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast

On today’s CHGO Cubs, the crew reacts to Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman earning Gold Gloves in the National League. Is MVP + Platinum Glove next for PCA’s trophy case? Additionally, does Crow-Armstrong’s ascendence into a superstar add extra pressure on Jed Hoyer and the Cubs to become yearly World Series contenders? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Tony Andracki as they also bre...

The offseason is officially underway for the Chicago Cubs after their rival, the Milwaukee Brewers won their first ever World Series on Wednesday night. Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller will get you ready for a big offseason the Cubs, who have a lot of roster turnover to manage in the starting pitching department. They'll also discuss how to view the coming offseason when one of your rivals just...

On the latest 'Love Him or Lose Him?', the CHGO Cubs team weighs the options of re-signing David Peterson. Peterson enjoyed a resurgence on the mound in a Cubs uniform and specifically impressed in the second half. But what does his market look like? Is he a top of the rotation starter? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they weigh the options and possibility Jed Hoyer an...

0:00 Show Start 1:20 Game 5 Tonight 5:00 Michael Busch's 2026 17:00 Grading Busch 32:00 "Exclusive" interview 38:00 Biggest Cub Development 45:00 Halloween Draft On today’s CHGO Cubs, the crew breaks down a disappointing season for first baseman Michael Busch. Who is the real Michael Busch? The one who burst onto the scene in 2025 or the player that posted a .395 slugging percentage in 2026? Join...

On today’s CHGO Cubs episode, the crew reveals their Top 5 targets via free agency or trade that the Cubs MUST pursue. How realistic is free-agent Tarik Skubal possibly signing with the Cubs? Plus, they reveal their season grade for Shota Imanaga, talk World Series of Brewers vs Rays and more! Jump in the chat with Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they talk all things Cubs!...

The Cubs made a huge splash at the MLB Trade Deadline when they acquired veteran pitcher Kevin Gausman. But the results were mixed, including an end-of-season shoulder injury that hampered his effectiveness in the playoffs against the San Diego Padres. Now Jed Hoyer must make a decision regarding Gausman. Should they bring the 35-year-old right-hander back? Or should the Cubs look to other players...

On today’s CHGO Cubs, the time has come to start handing out grades for the 2026 season. What better place to start than Cubs GM Jed Hoyer right? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they break down Jed’s moves from building a bullpen to his trade deadline decisions. How much urgency does Jed need to treat this upcoming season for the Cubs? Jump in the chat and join the con...

Cubs fans sent in questions to the CHGO Cubs Related show, and Brendan answers them in detail. Topics focus on the offseason priorities. Will they be in on the Japanese free agents? Is Skubal a realistic option? Should they try to upgrade at first base given Michael Busch's down year? In hindsight, was passing on previous free agents such as Dylan Cease a dire mistake? Brendan breaks it down on Fr...

0:00 Show Start 1:20 Rays/Brewers WS is set 9:30 Steve Miller hired from Rays 16:00 Sato to the Cubs? 33:00 Ranking MLB Franchises 47:00 Where do the Cubs rank? On today’s CHGO Cubs Podcast, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos welcome back Cubs beat reporter Tony Andracki! They discuss the news of standout 27-year-old Japanese slugger Teruaki Sato officially being posted by the Hanshin Tigers....

0:00 SHOW START 1:20 BREWERS/RAYS SOON? 8:50 JARED BANNER HIRED BY BAL 17:54 WHAT DO CUBS HAVE TO TRADE? 32:00 HOW WILL LOCKOUT AFFECT SEASON? 37:44 DID CUBS MISS OUT ON WILLIAM CONTRERAS? 42:32 IS JED ON HOT SEAT? 49:00 WHO CAN CUBS TARGET? Subscribe to our CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs How will Jed Hoyer look to improve the Chicago Cubs this offseason? Will it be...

Seiya Suzuki’s future with the Chicago Cubs is a major question heading into the offseason as he approaches MLB free agency. On this episode of the CHGO Cubs Podcast, the crew debates whether Jed Hoyer and the Cubs should re-sign Suzuki or let him test the open market. How valuable is Suzuki to the Cubs’ lineup, and what kind of contract would make sense for both sides? It’s time for Love Him or L...

As the MLB Playoffs roll on without the Chicago Cubs, Brendan and Corey look into the question of how the Cubs roster stacks up for the modern MLB playoff formula, and what is typically needed to succeed. They'll break down the Cubs offense and pitching and how it stacks up with how teams are currently succeeding in the MLB playoffs. They'll also break down early offseason rumors, including Tarik...

On today’s episode of CHGO Cubs, the crew reacts to five Cubs being named finalists for a Gold Glove at their respective positions. Out of Pete Crow-Armstrong, Seiya Suzuki, Ian Happ, Alex Bregman and Dansby Swanson which one deserves the award the most? Does becoming a finalist change the free agent market for Suzuki? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Tony Andracki as they break down t...

The rival Brewers are 2 wins away from the World Series. Despite some lofty regular season stats, are the Cubs building their offense the right way? Plus, a game of “How much did it matter” with things that impacted the Cubs season. This day in Cubs history…Kyle Schwarber launched into Cubs history with the shot that announced the Cubs arrival in 2015. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopolous and Justi...

On today’s episode of CHGO Cubs, join Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman as they make their predictions on which Cubs free agents should be TOP priorities to re-sign this offseason? They debate resigning Seiya Suzuki vs a possible trade for Bryce Harper. Plus, stick around for their discussion on Game 1 of the NLCS, which Chicago sports coaches belong in the Top 5 and they look back at the day th...

The MLB Playoffs continue without the Chicago Cubs, leaving Jed Hoyer and the front office with plenty to evaluate as they look ahead to the 2027 season. On today’s CHGO Cubs Related, Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller break down what the Cubs can learn from the teams still competing in October and what it will take for Chicago to take the next step toward a World Series championship. They also dis...

Are the Chicago Cubs’ starting rotation problems a reason to panic? On today’s CHGO Cubs Podcast, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos welcome back ALLCHGO.com baseball feature writer Tony Andracki to break down the Cubs’ pitching concerns, the rivalry with the Milwaukee Brewers, and what it will take to compete at the highest level. With the Brewers advancing to the Championship Series, the cre...

Ian Happ’s future with the Chicago Cubs is one of the biggest questions facing Jed Hoyer this offseason. After 10 seasons in Chicago, Happ is headed for free agency following a 2026 season in which he hit 24 home runs and drove in 68 runs, while continuing to provide strong defense and leadership as one of the longest-tenured Cubs. In this edition of Love Him or Lose Him, Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Chr...

On today’s CHGO Cubs, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos welcome Jordan Bernfield to deep-dive on the Cubs inconsistent bullpen. Hear Jordan’s overall take on a disappointing season and hear sound from Cubs General Manager Jed Hoyer accepting blame for the team’s bullpen woes in the second half of the season. How can the Cubs shore up the reliever core? Come hang out with the crew as they talk...

On today’s episode of CHGO Cubs, the autopsy of an extremely disappointing 2026 Chicago Cubs season continues. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman react to Jed Hoyer’s comments from his press conference surrounding the Cubs offense and bullpen, including Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic 40/40 season, Alex Bregman, Dansby Swanson, Seiya Suzuki and Ian Happ. Was the 2026 Cubs offense...

The offseason is officially underway! CHGO Cubs reacts to Jed Hoyer’s end of season press conference. How much pressure is on Jed to improve the team this winter? Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman break down Hoyer’s comments and begin to analyze the highest priorities for the Cubs with 10 players entering free agency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

The Chicago Cubs’ disappointing playoff exit has put major pressure on Jed Hoyer and the front office to make the right moves this offseason. Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller of CHGO Cubs Related break down the biggest decisions ahead, including whether the Cubs need to add more impact pitching, how Alex Bregman fits into the long-term plan, and what role Pete Crow-Armstrong and Dansby Swanson wi...

The Chicago Cubs’ 2026 season is officially over, and the offseason begins after their Wild Card elimination. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, Justin Roman, and Tony Andracki break down Craig Counsell, Jed Hoyer and the biggest questions facing Chicago after a season that featured the emergence of Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman’s impact and Dansby Swanson’s contributions. The Cubs also face...

The Chicago Cubs have been SWEPT and eliminated by the San Diego Padres in the Wild Card Series, ending their 2026 playoff run after two games in San Diego. Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman, Dansby Swanson and Michael Busch were all quiet at the plate as the Cubs offense struggled to generate enough production, while Kevin Gausman was okay on the mound. CHGO Cubs breaks down the season-ending los...

The Chicago Cubs’ offense went ice cold in a Wild Card Game 1 loss to the San Diego Padres at Petco Park, putting Chicago on the brink of elimination. Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson, Alex Bregman and Seiya Suzuki were all lifeless at the plate, while Matthew Boyd and the Cubs bullpen struggled on the mound. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, Justin Roman and Tony Andracki break down the Cub...