CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast

The Chicago Cubs finally got the win they desperately needed, taking the series at Wrigley Field against the Colorado Rockies behind a clutch home run from Dansby Swanson. Pete Crow-Armstrong continued his outstanding season with a homer of his own, while Matt Shaw provided quality at-bats and helped keep the offense moving throughout the afternoon. Despite allowing a pair of home runs, Javier Ass...

The Chicago Cubs suffered a frustrating loss to the Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field, but the bigger concern may be another injury to the pitching staff. Starter Edward Cabrera exited Tuesday's game with an apparent injury, adding to the Cubs' growing injury crisis. Pete Crow-Armstrong stayed red hot with another home run, while Matt Shaw continued to contribute offensively, but the rest of Chica...

The Chicago Cubs took Game 1 of their series against the Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field, an important response after the Rockies surprisingly won the previous series between the two teams in Colorado. Looking to make a statement and prove the road struggles were a fluke, the Cubs were powered by Pete Crow-Armstrong, who put together a historic performance, falling just short of the 13th cycle i...

The Chicago Cubs have been historically bad over the last 30 games. Dansby Swanson continues to struggle. Alex Bregman’s swing continues to change. Pitching injuries are still relentless. Corey and Brendan break down the challenging path forward for the 2026 team and beyond on the CHGO Cubs Related Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

0:00 SHOW START 1:20 CUBS PLAYED DECENT 5:00 BIG TAKEAWAY 9:00 CAN’T ERASE PAST 19:10 CABRERA HAS BEEN FINE 37:26 WHY ARE CUBS @ .500 42:55 COUNSELL EJECTED 48:16 LUKE WORKED AT WHITE HEN 51:00 GIANTS SERIES PREVIEW Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs The Cubs' offense woke up today! Starting with a Seiya Suzuki grand slam in the 4th, Alex Bregman and...

Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Justin Roman on the CHGO Cubs Postgame Show as they break down another frustrating loss for the Chicago Cubs against the Colorado Rockies. With offense once again hard to come by, the Cubs missed a chance to even the series and now find themselves facing a potential sweep in Thursday's finale. Luke and Justin discuss the biggest moments from the game, the continued struggl...

Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, and Justin Roman break down the Chicago Cubs' loss to the Colorado Rockies. Despite a home run from Michael Busch and runs scored by Alex Bregman and Dansby Swanson, the Cubs came up short and have now lost seven of their last 10 games. What's behind Chicago's recent struggles, and what needs to change as they look to get back on track? Join the CHGO Cubs crew...

After another disappointing series against an opponent below .500. the Cubs now might have to deal with another injury to a starting pitcher. Jameson Tailon. Join CHGO Cubs Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Chrstopoulos as they recap losing two of three to the Giants and the ramifications of possibly losing Tailon of an extended stretch. On the plus side, they weigh in on Pete Crow Armstrong's recent hot s...

The Chicago Cubs could be getting two crucial arms back soon, but who will be the bigger X-factor for the rest of the season: Edward Cabrera or Matthew Boyd? Boyd last pitched on May 3, posting a 2-1 record with 31 strikeouts in 24 innings before landing on the injured list, while Cabrera owns a 3-2 record and 4.00 ERA across 54 innings after an up-and-down season that was interrupted by a blister...

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs How do Cubs fans make sense of the Cubs' poor play as of late? Pete Crow-Armstrong continues his hot streak, Ian Happ stays a steady presence, but slumps from Dansby Swanson, Seiya Suzuki, Alex Bregman, and the rest of the offense linger. On this week's CHGO Cubs Related, Brendan Miller and Chi City Sports Cubs Writ...

The Chicago Cubs rallied to complete a comeback victory and avoid a series sweep at the hands of the Oakland Athletics. After a difficult stretch, the Cubs found a way to break through and head into their next series with some much-needed momentum. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, Justin Roman, and Tony Andracki as they break down the biggest moments from the comeback win, the key perform...

Join the CHGO Cubs crew as they discuss the Chicago Cubs' recent performance, focusing on Dansby Swanson's career-worst slump and the team's strategies for improvement. We dive into the ongoing challenges within the National League and how manager Craig Counsell is addressing the lineup issues. Get all the latest cubs news as they battle through a crucial stretch, with insights from Wrigley Field....

The Chicago Cubs got the offense rolling as Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki both crushed home runs but the bullpen was unable to hold the lead, losing their second straight game to the Athletics. Colin Rea delivered another solid outing on the mound, giving the Cubs exactly what they needed while keeping the Athletics' lineup in check. Ian Happ added a memorable moment with pure hustle, leggi...

The Chicago Cubs' offensive struggles continued against the Athletics as the bats stayed ice cold despite another quality start from Jameson Taillon. Seiya Suzuki, Dansby Swanson, Alex Bregman, and Pete Crow-Armstrong (PCA) were unable to provide the big hits as Chicago's lineup continued to search for answers at the plate. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, Justin Roman, and Tony Andracki...

The Chicago Cubs are set to get a major boost as Matthew Boyd nears his return following a rehab start. After a difficult month of May that saw the Cubs struggle through a prolonged slump, can Boyd help stabilize the pitching staff and provide a spark during Chicago’s recent losing streak? CHGO Cubs breaks down what Boyd’s return means for key players like Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ian Happ, Dansby Swa...

Pete Crow-Armstrong has become one of the most talked-about players in the Chicago Cubs lineup, but is his move to the leadoff spot actually paying off? The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down PCA’s recent offensive production, elite defense, speed on the bases, and whether manager Craig Counsell made the right call putting the young star at the top of the order. We dive into Pete Crow-Armstrong’s stats, l...

After losing 10 games in a row, Craig Counsell’s Cubs took the final two games in Pittsburgh, including a win over Paul Skenes. Corey and Brendan take a deep dive look at the losing streak, key trends to monitor, and try to make sense of such an extreme team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...

The Chicago Cubs battled back to split the series with the Pittsburgh Pirates as Ian Happ crushed a huge 8th-inning home run to give the Cubs critical insurance runs against Paul Skenes and the Pirates bullpen. Colin Rea was outstanding on the mound, turning in one of his best performances of the season to help Chicago secure a much-needed win. Miguel Amaya had a strong day at the plate, while Ale...

The pressure is building on the Chicago Cubs and Pete Crow-Armstrong as PCA continues to battle through one of the toughest stretches of his young MLB career. From offensive struggles at the plate to shocking defensive miscues in center field, Cubs fans are asking if the former top prospect can still become the superstar many expected after his massive contract extension. In this episode of the CH...

The Chicago Cubs are back in the win column, snapping a 10-game losing streak with a much-needed victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Ian Happ and Michael Conforto led the way offensively, each launching home runs to help power Chicago to the win. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, Justin Roman, and Tony Andracki as they break down all the key moments, what sparked the Cubs’ offense, and wh...

The Chicago Cubs’ nightmare continues as they drop their 10th straight game in an embarrassing series loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates, and now Chicago is desperately trying to avoid a sweep. Jordan Wicks struggled badly on the mound, allowing 3 runs in the bottom of the 1st inning and putting the Cubs behind early, while Pete Crow-Armstrong and the rest of the lineup failed to deliver offensively o...

The Chicago Cubs are suddenly facing major questions after a frustrating stretch in May, and CHGO Cubs Related hosts Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller are breaking it all down. The Cubs offense has together joined a team-wide slump—what is going on with Alex Bregman, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson, Seiya Suzuki, and the rest of the lineup? Corey and Brendan dive deep into Chicago’s offensive...

The Chicago Cubs are stuck in a frustrating slump, and the pressure is mounting as the offense continues to struggle and the NL Central race tightens. Can stars like Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson, and Nico Hoerner help spark a turnaround before things spiral further? Join CHGO Cubs hosts Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, and Justin Roman as they break down what’s gone wrong, what manager...

0:00 Show Start 1:20 First Reactions 9:50 Pete's misplay in center field 18:00 PCA's NBA comparison 32:40 Super Chats! 39:11 Jared Wyllys joins! 50:39 PCA's comments on struggles 53:20 Who are the Cubs?! Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! / @chgo_cubs The Chicago Cubs slide won't stop. The Chicago Cubs have lost 5-straight games after being swept by the Milwaukee Brewers. Not only did...

The Chicago Cubs have now lost 4 games in a row after dropping a crucial series to the Milwaukee Brewers, tightening the NL Central race even more. Ben Brown struggled on the mound and never fully settled in, while the Cubs offense failed to deliver enough big hits from key players like Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson, and Nico Hoerner. Now the Cubs head into the series finale desperately tryi...