Chicago Cubs Central Podcast

🔥 The Chicago Cubs just won their 7th straight game — and this team is starting to look dangerous. On this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike breaks down another huge Chicago Cubs victory as Nico Hoerner and Seiya Suzuki both go deep to power the offense and help Chicago keep the streak alive. On the mound, Shota Imanaga delivered yet another spectacular start , continuing to prove why he has...

🔥 The Chicago Cubs are getting hot at the perfect time! On this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike breaks down the Chicago Cubs picking up their 6th straight win , powered by a dominant outing from Colin Rea and a huge night at the plate from Dansby Swanson. The Cubs are starting to build serious momentum and look like a team nobody wants to face right now. With ace Shota Imanaga taking the m...

🔥 The Chicago Cubs are rolling! On this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike breaks down the Chicago Cubs completing an impressive series sweep over the New York Mets , continuing their climb and proving this team may be turning a corner at the perfect time. Mike also dives into manager Craig Counsell and the way his DH lineup decisions continue to show why he is one of the smartest minds in ba...

🚨 Are the Chicago Cubs starting to worry about Pete Crow-Armstrong? Mike breaks down whether PCA’s recent struggles are becoming a real concern, even as the Chicago Cubs climb back above .500 and keep momentum moving in the right direction. With the offense finding ways to win, the spotlight now shifts to one of the Cubs’ most exciting young players. But the injury bug strikes again. This time it...

The Chicago Cubs are rolling again after taking the series from the Philadelphia Phillies and climbing back to .500 , and Mike breaks it all down in this exciting episode of Chicago Cubs Central ! ⚾🔥 ⭐ Shota Imanaga looks LOCKED IN again as the Cubs ace continues to find his groove, allowing just 1 run on a solo home run while keeping the Phillies lineup under control all night. Is Shota return...

🔥 CUBS DOMINATE! BIG WIN & BIGGER MOVES COMING? 🔥 The Chicago Cubs come out SWINGING with a huge 10-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies , and Mike breaks it all down on this episode of Chicago Cubs Central ! 💥⚾ From explosive offense to key performances that fueled the win, the Cubs may finally be finding their rhythm—but the job’s not done yet. All eyes now turn to Shota Imanaga as h...

🔥 Cubs in Trouble? Searching for Answers After Phillies Blowout! 🔥 The Chicago Cubs are still trying to find their footing after a brutal series-opening loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike breaks down what went wrong as Javier Assad struggled mightily, giving up a big inning that put the game out of reach early. With the Cubs’ pitching staff falterin...

On this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike breaks down an electric comeback victory over the Pirates that had Wrigley rocking and Cubs fans fired up! ⚾🔥 But the celebration doesn’t last long… 👀 With a big matchup looming against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday, serious questions remain: 👉 Who can Craig Counsell actually TRUST out of this bullpen? Despite the win, the Cubs’ bullpen cont...

The Chicago Cubs are finding NEW ways to lose… and it’s becoming a serious problem. 😬 On this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike breaks down a brutal extra innings loss that has fans asking one big question: 👉 Who’s REALLY to blame for the Cubs’ ongoing struggles? Is it the players not executing in clutch moments? Is it manager Craig Counsell and questionable decisions late in games? Or does...

A heartbreaking loss for the Chicago Cubs, and Chicago Cubs Central is here to break it all down. 😤 In this episode, Mike dives into a game the Cubs should have won after Shota Imanaga delivered a dominant performance, throwing 6 innings of no-hit baseball and giving the team every chance to take control. But despite the incredible outing, the offense completely stalled at the worst possible mome...

The Chicago Cubs are heating up, and Chicago Cubs Central is here to break it all down! 🔥 In this episode, Mike dives into how Colin Rea stepped up in a big way to help the Cubs take 2 of 3 from the Tampa Bay Rays. From clutch pitching to key moments that swung the series, we cover exactly how the Cubs secured another strong showing. With momentum building, all eyes now turn to the upcoming serie...

Chicago Cubs Central is back with a huge episode breaking down one of the biggest developments of the Cubs season. Mike dives into the unfortunate news of Cade Horton being lost for the year and what it means for the Chicago Cubs pitching staff moving forward. Despite the tough blow, the Cubs responded in a big way with a dominant win over the Tampa Bay Rays. We break down how the team stepped up,...

Chicago Cubs Central | Cubs Fall to Rays | Taillon Struggles, Bullpen Falters & Matthew Boyd Injury Update The Chicago Cubs continue to search for answers after a tough loss to the Tampa Bay Rays. In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike Jones breaks down what went wrong as the Cubs couldn’t keep pace. Jameson Taillon struggled early, putting the Cubs in a hole they couldn’t climb out of...

The Chicago Cubs are showing signs of inconsistency, and in this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike breaks down a frustrating series loss to the Cleveland Guardians that felt very winnable. From lackluster offense to uninspired play, what’s going wrong for the Cubs right now? Can the Cubs bounce back as they take on the Tampa Bay Rays? Mike previews the upcoming series and what needs to change...

The season has just begun, but the Chicago Cubs are facing early adversity. Top pitching prospect Cade Horton has landed on the injured list, raising immediate concerns about depth and long-term rotation plans. Meanwhile, another winnable game slips away as bullpen struggles continue to haunt Chicago. Late-inning execution is quickly becoming a major storyline—can this group lock it down when it m...

Another game, another frustrating loss for the Chicago Cubs. In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike breaks down a tough shutout against the Angels — a team many expected the Cubs to handle with ease. Instead, the offense completely stalled, failing to produce even a single run. What’s going wrong with the bats? Is it a slump, a deeper roster issue, or something that needs fixing ASAP? And...

⚾️🔥 CHICAGO CUBS CENTRAL – CABRERA DEALING & HAPP HEATING UP! 🔥⚾️ The Cubs are making noise and this episode is PACKED with energy! 💥 Mike Jones is joined by young Cubs fan MB as they break down a HUGE performance and the latest headlines surrounding the North Siders. 🎙️ In this episode: 👉 Edward Cabrera DOMINATES vs the Angels – is this the breakout Cubs fans have been waiting for?! 👉...

⚾️ CHICAGO CUBS CENTRAL – SERIES REACTION & WHAT’S NEXT ⚾️ The season is underway… but it’s not the start Cubs fans were hoping for. 😬 In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike breaks down the disappointing opening series against the Washington Nationals and gets real about what went wrong. From missed opportunities to early concerns, nothing is off the table. 🎙️ In this episode: 👉 Cu...

🔥 The Chicago Cubs are looking to bounce back and even the series against the Washington Nationals — and all eyes are on top prospect Cade Horton as he takes the mound against veteran Miles Mikolas! In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike Jones breaks down everything you need to know ahead of this key matchup, including pitching insights, lineup expectations, and what this game means for t...

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Nico Hoerner Signs HUGE Extension with the Cubs! 🚨 Chicago Cubs Central is back with a massive update—Nico Hoerner and the Cubs have agreed to a 6-year contract extension ! 🔥 What does this mean for the future of the team, and how does it impact top prospect Matt Shaw? In this episode, Mike breaks down: ⚾ Full details of Hoerner’s new deal ⚾ Why this is a BIG win for the Cubs...

Welcome back to Chicago Cubs Central! In this episode, Mike breaks down the Cubs vs Nationals Opening Day matchup for the 2026 MLB season. It’s a must-watch pitching duel as Matthew Boyd takes the mound for the Cubs against Cade Cavalli for the Nationals. Mike dives into what to expect from both starters, key matchups to watch, and how this game could set the tone for the series. 🔥 Who will step...

n this HUGE episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike Jones delivers shocking news that no one saw coming — Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a long-term extension! 🔥 That’s right… PCA is here to stay on the North Side, and this move signals a major commitment to building around one of the most electrifying young talents in baseball. What does this mean for the Cubs’ future? How...

Get ready, Cubs fans! 🐻⚾ In this must-watch episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike Jones is joined by Sam Olbur of Locked On Cubs to break down everything you need to know heading into the 2026 season. From bold offseason moves to big expectations, the guys dive deep into the additions of Alex Bregman and Edward Cabrera, and what they bring to the North Side. They also tackle the big question su...

🚨 Cubs Fans, We’ve Got Questions… and Some Big Decisions Ahead! 🚨 In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike is joined by special guest Crawly , host of Fly the W Podcast and Crawly’s Clubhouse , for a must-watch deep dive into the current state of the Cubs! ⚾ Seiya Suzuki Injury Concerns What does Suzuki’s injury mean for the Cubs moving forward? If he misses significant time, who steps up...

In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central , Mike dives into the growing concerns surrounding the World Baseball Classic and the risks it brings to MLB teams. With the regular season right around the corner, the Cubs may already be dealing with a major setback. Japanese star Seiya Suzuki suffered an injury during WBC action, and it could potentially land him on the Injured List (IL) to start the seas...