CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast

Details of the Chicago Cubs contract with free agent Shota Imanaga are finally out. Did the Cubs get a bargain and can we read between the lines when it comes to the framework of the deal? The Cubs and Dodgers are trade partners! Wow. Plus, spin the wheel. Cubs convention is here. It's time to name that Cub! Play along with Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera on the Thursday January 11...

The Cubs add some important “swing and miss” to the starting rotation. How will Shota Imanaga impact the rotation and are the Cubs done adding arms? There are some interesting reports about the contract and the commitment. Plus, Sammy Sosa is up for the Cubs Hall of Fame with the results of the vote coming this weekend at Cubs Convention. Veteran Cubs beat writer Bruce Miles joins to detail what d...

It's finally happening! The Chicago Cubs have reportedly agreed to terms with free agent pitcher Shota Imanaga. It's the first big player move of the Cubs off-season. Time for an emergency podcast!! Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera. We're going LIVE! #VibeWithUs An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports A...

The Chicago Cubs starting rotation has to replace Marcus Stroman, but that's not the only question mark. Last offseason's addition of Jameson Taillon had high expectations but landed in year one with mixed results. Is Taillon one of the sneaky x-factors for 2024? Plus, the latest on Shota Imanaga's decision. Will Andre Dawson get what he wants in Cooperstown? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo an...

The week is finally here. Cubs Convention arrives this weekend but will it bring with it the first big player move of the winter or just more “risk tolerance”? Jed Hoyer and the front office still have plenty of options but will another stagnant week bring a furious reaction from fans at the convention? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the vibes as they chop up the latest C...

Corey and Brendan discuss which of the five top starting pitching free agents — Imanaga, Stroman, Montgomery, Snell — make the most sense for the Cubs? When will the Cubs actually sign a free agent? And where were you when the Cubs acquired Rich Harden? An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linkt...

In early in 2023, Jed Hoyer locked up Ian Happ and Nico Hoerner with contract extensions. With the Braves and Dodgers getting extensions signed this offseason, could the Cubs consider extending any of their homegrown talent? Join Cody Delmendo, Ryan Herrera, and Corey Freedman for Thursday’s edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSC...

The Chicago Cubs quiet off-season rolls on but we have an update on the hot stove from Jeff Passan. Tommy Hottovy has his own New Year’s resolution for the 2024 Cubs. It’s ice cold on the stove but we’re coming in hot at 1:30. Join Cody Delmendo, Ryan Herrera, and Jared Wyllys for today’s CHGO Cubs Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE: https://www....

The new year is finally here, so when will the Cubs and Jed Hoyer finally make a significant move for the roster? What resolutions should the fans and the franchise have for 2024? Plus, how will Jason Kanzler impact the team as the new Director of Player Development? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera for the first CHGO Cubs Podcast of 2024!! An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY W...

It’s the final episode of THE Chicago Sports Podcast in 2023, so we’re looking back at the stories that made up the year. From the Blackhawks hitting it big in the NHL draft lottery with Connor Bedard to the Justin Fields debate that dominated Chicago Bears talk, Kevin Kaduk, Mark Carman and Lawrence Benedetto look back at the year that was. Is your favorite story on our list? An ALLCITY Network P...

Corey and Brendan bid farewell to 2023 and look ahead to 2024, but when will the Cubs make moves to follow? Join the guys as they talk Cubs baseball one last time before the new year. 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 WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: http://CHGOLoc...

With only a few days left in 2023, it’s time to look forward to 2024 for the Chicago Cubs. Who will they sign/trade for? How will the regular season go? Do they have a shot at the playoffs? Cody Delmendo, Ryan Herrera, and Jared Wyllys discuss this on the CHGO Cubs Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports ALL THING...

There were so many moments to remember from 2023 for the Chicago Cubs? What were the high points? What were the low points? Join Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera as they discuss the moments that defined the Cubs’ 2023 season on the CHGO Cubs Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports ALL THINGS CHGO: https://linktr.ee/...

The 2023 Chicago Cubs had many unexpected breakout performances but no one played to the level of Justin Steele. MLB.com listed him on their top 10 breakout stars of 2023. Who for the Cubs could be the next one in 2024? That and more on Tuesday’s edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast with Cody Delmendo and Ryan Herrera.  An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z  SUBSCRIBE:  /...

With high-priced targets being traded and signed, by how much -- or if -- will the Cubs go over the 2024 luxury tax? Is Josh Naylor a good fit? Does trading Hayden Wesneski make sense? 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 WEBSITE: http://allCHGO.com/ BUY MERCH: http://CHGOLo...

Jed Hoyer is making his list and checking it twice…does a trade for Framber Valdez sound kinda nice? We're hitting up all the rumors. Plus, it's our highly anticipated 2023 Christmas Draft! Oh, and a special guest shows up! Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Kevin Wells for the December 21st edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast! An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z...

It's “Wild Thought Wednesday” on the CHGO Cubs Podcast. Is it time for the White Sox and Cubs to get back into the trade game together? We put together a deal the Sox can't refuse for Dylan Cease! Plus, is FA closer Josh Hader worth it? The latest rumors on Cody Bellinger and music that is giving us the feels this offseason! Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the Wednesday December 20th ed...

The Cubs and Scott Boras seem to be playing a game of chicken with Cody Bellinger's future. Reports of the asking price are now going over 200k. Who will blink? Who will budge? This could be the tipping point for the Cubs offseason. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Corey Freedman for the Tuesday December 19th edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: htt...

The Yamamoto sweepstakes continue to rise and the Cubs also lose out on one of their key trade targets to the Dodgers. Plus, what can we take from Christopher Morel's stint at Winter Ball? It's magic wand monday…make it happen! Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo and Kevin Wells for the CHGO Cubs Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE:    / chgosport...

Corey and Brendan dive deep into the nuance of Jed Hoyer's possible vision for 2024 and beyond. What are the Cubs current win projections? What signings increase their win projections? What is the error in these projections? Does it make sense to spend big in 2024? An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports ALL THINGS CHGO: h...

Sammy Sosa is on the ballot for the first time for the Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame. The results of the independent vote will be revealed at the Cubs Convention in January. Is this the olive branch many fans have been looking to see the Cubs extend? Plus, did Shohei Ohtani use the Cubs this offseason? Speaking of Ohtani…we reveal our highly anticipated lineup of players the Cubs have “missed out on”...

We are almost halfway through December and Cubs fans are still waiting for their first big addition from Jed Hoyer. Managers don't count! Is a Glasnow trade slipping away? Yamamoto and Bellinger too? When do you start the panic sirens? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo, and Ryan Herrera for the Wednesday, December 13th edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production PARTY WITH US...

The Cubs took a swing and missed again with Shohei Ohtani. Now the details are out about his unique and stunning 700 million dollar deal with the Dodgers. Will the Cubs copycat the differed money blueprint? How will it impact the rest of free agency and the game moving forward? Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the Tuesday December 12th edition of the CHGO Cubs Podcast! An ALLCITY Network...

Are you happy or sad the the Cubs didn't spend 700 million on the best player in baseball? We've had time to grieve, now it's time to fix the Cubs hangover from missing out on Shohei Ohtani. How can the Cubs still have a successful offseason with Ohtani and Soto off the board? If you had to choose would you rather have Yamamoto or Bellinger? Will the Dodgers swoop in and take Glasnow off the table...

The domino everyone was waiting to fall has fallen after Shohei Ohtani announced on his instagram page that he is signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The reported terms are 10 years/$700M. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Ryan Herrera and Brendan Miller as they react to the news and try to figure out what's next for the Chicago Cubs on the CHGO Cubs Live Emergency Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production PAR...