CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast

Justin Steele and the rest of the Chicago Cubs pitchers and catchers have officially kicked off spring training today! Interviews with Jed Hoyer, Craig Counsell, Ian Happ and more from Sloan Park. Ryan Herrera joins live from Mesa, AZ with the latest. Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the Valentines Day edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast. #vibewithus An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH...

Cubs pitchers and catchers are ready to open up camp in Mesa, AZ. CHGO's Ryan Herrera joins from Sloan Park with the latest on Cody Bellinger's free agency…has Scott Boris overplayed his hand? Plus, what kind of impression is free agent addition Shota Imanaga making on his Cubs teammates? Former Cubs outfielder Jorge Soler has a new team. Oh, have you seen the new home jerseys? Join Luke Stuckmeye...

The Super Bowl is over. The Bears are on the clock and the Cubs are about to open spring training without Cody Bellinger. Can one of the non-roster invitees make an impact on the 2024 Cubs? How can the Cubs build a baseball dynasty? Ryan Herrera lands in Mesa. Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the February 12th edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast! An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US:...

With Spring Training upon us, Corey and Brendan discuss all the pitching trends to follow once camp officially breaks in days. Who will be the Cubs 5th starter? Is Hayden Wesneski primed for a bullpen role? Is Javier Assad going to be more of a bullpen guy in favor of Jordan Wicks starting? An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHG...

Jeff Passan predicts the Cubs will get 1 of the 4 big free agents represented by agent Scott Boras. What if it's not Cody Bellinger? The guys chop it up over the other options and how they might fit. Meanwhile, the Cubs announce their “promotional giveaway” schedule for 2024. That Pat Hughes sweater shirt! Plus, is Jerry Reinsdorf punking Tom Ricketts? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan...

There are just 50 days until Opening Day! Fangraphs and PECOTA seem to be on the same page with the Cubs taking a step BACK this year! Are the Cubs actually taking the right approach or sitting on the side watching all the nice cars go by them? What's your 'Wild Thought Wednesday“? Plus, a former Cubs closer is joining the Diamondbacks. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo, Ryan Herrera and Corey F...

The Pecota Projections for 2024 are out and they have the Cubs with a worse record than last year. Plus, behind the Cardinals. Plus, the Winter Classic is coming back to Wrigley and Clayton Kershaw is returning to the Dodgers. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the January 6th edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03...

A week away from Cubs pitchers and catchers officially reporting in Mesa, AZ. Is the front office hibernating or hunting? The new spring training hats are out and they SLAP! Plus, it's “magic wand Monday”. Who's ready make a little magic with the Cubs roster? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the February 5th edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast! An ALLCITY Network Production PA...

Corey and Brendan discuss whether the Cubs additions of Matt Chapman or Cody Bellinger or both make them clear-cut NL Central favorites. They also discuss the bullpen projected value with Nerris' signing, and whether a lefty is necessary. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/chgosports...

It’s February and the Chicago Cubs' offseason still isn’t complete. Did anyone see Scott Boras’ clients still unsigned at this point of the offseason? The good news is no other team has decided to swoop in and take these candidates from the Chicago Cubs. The wait continues. We discuss what needs to happen in February for optimism headed into March. Tune in with Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera on th...

It's two weeks until Chicago Cubs pitchers and catchers officially report. How did the Cubs grade out for their roster building progress in January? Plus, it's that time of year. Top 100 Prospect lists are giving the Cubs some love and did Tom Ricketts invest with the PGA Tour? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the January 31st edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast! An ALLCITY Ne...

On the latest episode of CHGO Tavern Style, Greg Braggs Jr. of CHGO Bears and Cody Delmendo of CHGO Cubs ponder the biggest gut-punch loss in Chicago sports history. What sudden loss was as bad as what we saw from the Detroit Lions in Sunday's NFC Championship? CHGO Tavern Style records each Monday-Thursday and can be downloaded as a podcast under The Chicago Sports Podcast feed on your favorite p...

The guys wrap up their Cubs Convention interviews with pitcher Adbert Alzolay! Can he build on a solid 2024 and his first season in the Cubs closer's role? Plus, Justin Turner is off the free-agent board. The Cubs get their Lovelady in time for Valentine's Day. The hunt for Cody Bellinger continues. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo, and Ryan Herrera for the January 30th edition of the CHGO Cubs...

Monday…fun day! Chicago Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy joins the live CHGO Cubs podcast to chop it up about the offseason and how the Cubs are arming up for a big 2024. What is the key to prospect development? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo, Ryan Herrera for the January 29th edition of your favorite Cubs podcast! #vibewithus An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS0...

Corey and Brendan discuss the hot new pitch: a splitter. Which Cubs pitchers and free agents have splitters and why is it a new trend? They also discuss whether Matt Chapman would block prospects such as Matt Shawk, and whether a Cody Bellinger long-term deal would turn Jed away because of Michael Busch and potential prospects looming. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3S...

The offseason rolls on and we’re still here despite the lack of movement. It’s Day Four of Cody Bellinger week and Jeff Passan is saying this is trending towards February so this celebration might be extended multiple weeks. The good news is we had a great conversation with Julian Merryweather at the Cubs Convention. We’ll share that. The bad news is Ian Happ is being disrespected on yet another l...

Free agent slugger Rhys Hoskins won't be coming to the Cubs. Instead he signs a 34 million dollar deal with the rival Brewers. Meanwhile, it's day 3 of Cody Bellinger week! Plus, the guys react to the newest players voted into the HOF…and Joe Johnson from Obvious Shirts is hangin' with Luke Stuckmeyer, Ryan Herrera and Cody Delmendo for the January 24th edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast! An ALLCITY...

Looking for playing time? Nick Madrigal set the example for how to get on the field for the rest of his teammates. Will it work again? The Cubs infielder sits down with the CHGO Cubs Podcast team to chop it up. Plus, former Cubs closer Aroldis Chapman will be pitching in the division in 2024. Celebrate day 2 of “Cody Bellinger Week” with Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo, Ryan Herrera, and the CHGO C...

The CHGO Cubs Podcast team officially launches “Cody Bellinger Week”. Join in as we are putting the Belli vibes out into the universe. Plus, Who are the Cubs “Big Three” and how do they stack up against baseball's best? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the January 22nd edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBS...

Corey and Brendan discusses the pros and cons of an Emmanuel Clase trade. Other bullpen options such as Robert Stephenson are discussed as the Cubs attempt to bolster their 2024 bullpen. How would Clase compare to Alzolay's 2024 projections? Should the Cubs just try to get several potential bullpen arms rather than spend big or trade high-value prospects on a select one or two arms? An ALLCITY Net...

It's not how you start it's how you finish. Are the Cubs ready to own the 2nd half of the offseason? One big name sure thinks so. Meanwhile, the Nico Hoerner disrespect reaches new heights for a second straight day. Plus, which prospect will have the biggest impact this season and a look at the impact of Imanaga's deal and arrival. Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo, Ryan Herrera, and Corey Freedman h...

Kyle Hendricks called him the next Jon Lester. Our Cubs Convention conversations continue with Cubs lefty Jordan Wicks. Where was he when the Cubs hired Craig Counsell and how is he prepping for a breakout season in 2024? We are chopping it up with Wicks. Plus, the Cubs invest in the international pipeline. Jorge Soler is our “Wild Thought Wednesday”. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo, and Ryan...

The Cubs outfielder picture for 2024 is still cloudy with Cody Bellinger available as a free agent. However, it's still an area of strength for the franchise. A mixture of veteran players, gold glove defense, and a pipeline of young players pushing their way closer to the big leagues. Right in the middle of that quality depth is Mike Tauchman. The Palatine native joins the CHGO Cubs podcast to cho...

Free agent Cody Bellinger wasn't at this year's Cubs Convention but his name was mentioned by almost every fan, player, and member of the organization. What were the highlights and lowlights of the weekend and where do the Cubs go from here? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Ryan Herrera, and Cody Delmendo for the Monday, January 15th edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast! An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH...

Corey and Brendan delve into the impact of Shota Imanaga, Michael Busch, and Yency Almonte on the 2024 projection and roster and their influence beyond 2024. They examine the specific strengths that make Imanaga effective. Additionally, they analyze the pros and cons of Busch and question whether the Cubs' pitch lab will make adjustments to Almonte. Finally, they explore how the Cubs currently pri...