Cubs Talk Podcast

The season is just one week away, and it’s time to wrap up the preseason. The full crew of Leila Rahimi, James Neveau, and Nate Poppen discuss the WBC championship game and the greatness of Shohei Ohtani. They break down the position battles on the Cubs as they set the final roster. They also discuss the Cubs having only one player on ESPN’s list of top 100 MLB players. 2:48 - WBC championship gam...

The Cubs are in a good place this off-season, and there are positive signs fans should be happy with how it’s gone this far. On this edition of the Cubs Talk podcast, Leila Rahimi and James Neveau discuss the current and former Cubs players impacting the World Baseball Classic. They also dive into why fans should be optimistic about the organization and the team this year.

On this edition of the Cubs Talk podcast, James Neveau and Nate Poppen give you the latest on Cubs' spring training. The two discuss the World Baseball Classic and some familiar faces playing in the tournament. They also break down the positive impact Dansby Swanson is already having on the team, and later, they discuss their spring training standouts.

The Cubs have suffered a little setback with Seiya Suzuki and Patrick Wisdom suffering injuries. When will they return? How will the Cubs prepare without them? Nate Poppen, Leila Rahimi and James Neveau discuss how the Cubs will work through those injuries. Later, the crew debates who they think should be the fifth starter. Finally, they break down the Cubs' pitching depth and discuss the organiza...

On this edition of the Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi, Nate Poppen and James Neveau discuss Tom Ricketts' comments about how the first half of the season will impact the Cubs' spending. The group also discusses the Cubs signing third baseman Edwin Ríos. Finally, should the Cubs go after Shohei Otani or Manny Machado, and if not, where could they land? 1:51 - Tom Ricketts speaks on the budget of t...

It smells like baseball is in the air, as pitchers and catchers report, it's time for baseball. On this week's episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, James Neveau, Leila Rahimi and Nate Poppen discuss the news of the day in Arizona for the Cubs. Jed Hoyer speaks to the media about a potential contract extension for Ian Happ and Nico Hoerner. He also reacts to the PECOTA record projections for the Cubs....

On the latest episode of the Cubs Talk podcast, James Neveau and Nate Poppen discuss Jon Morosi reporting that Cubs minor league star Pete Crow-Armstrong could be in the majors before the end of the 2023 season. Later in the pod, the guys also discuss their biggest storylines before pitchers and catchers report next week, and they break down the possibility of an MLB realignment that would put the...

The Cubs find themselves in the news this week, and Leila Rahimi, James Neveau and Nate Poppen are here to keep you up to date. They discuss Dexter Fowler retiring from baseball and his impact on the Cubs' World Series win. They react to Jed Hoyer speaking candidly about the breakup of the 2016 Cubs, and then grade the Cubs 2023 offseason so far. 1:09 - Dexter Fowler retires. What was his impact a...

In this episode of the Cubs Talk podcast, Leila Rahimi, Nate Poppen and James Neveau break down the newest Cub, Trey Mancini and what he can bring to the team. The crew also discusses Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks and what they think his role will be this season and if the Cubs are looking to trade Nick Madrigal and if they are, will they trade him to the White Sox. All that and much more on the Cub...

Introducing the new Cubs Talk podcast team: Leila Rahimi, James Neveau and Nate Poppen! They react to everything that went down at the Cubs Convention and break down Leila’s one-on-one with Cubs owner Tom Ricketts. They also discuss the rest of the offseason and what they think the Cubs roster will look on Opening Day. All that and much more on the Cubs Talk Pod!

Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Chicago Cubs, Tom Ricketts, sat down with NBC Chicago's Leila Rahimi for a one-on-one interview at the Cubs Convention. Ricketts talked about the upcoming season, the new additions to Wrigley Field, and more. You can watch this episode on our YouTube channel by clicking HERE .

The Cubs made another offseason addition, agreeing to a deal with veteran first baseman and World Series champion Eric Hosmer. Tim Stebbins and James Neveau break down the move and what it means for Matt Mervis and the Cubs' first base situation. The guys also discuss whether the Cubs are done in free agency, what new catcher Tucker Barnhart brings to the table and much more!

The new year has just started and spring training is six weeks away, but it's never too early to look ahead. On the first episode of the new-look Cubs Talk Podcast, hosts Tim Stebbins and James Neveau discuss some of the biggest questions around the 2023 Cubs, including Kyle Hendricks' status, what's in store for Cody Bellinger, the potential for an Ian Happ contract extension, and much more!

The Cubs didn’t make the playoffs but a lot happened in 2022. On this episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins look back the 2022 season, including Jed Hoyer’s performance as team president and the Cubs’ free agent moves this offseason. The guys also discuss their favorite moments from 2022 and projections for 2023 and beyond. Later in the pod, David Kapla...

Carlos Correa remains a free agent amid a second team's concerns over an old injury. What's next for him, and if he reenters the market, could it open the door for a long-shot deal with the Cubs? David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins discuss on this episode of the Cubs Talk podcast. The guys also discuss if the Cubs were in an NCAA bowl game, which one would they play in. Plus, what's n...

The Cubs officially introduced Dansby Swanson to the media, but are there more moves to be made this offseason? David Kaplan, Tim Stebbins and Gordon Wittenmyer discuss the Cubs' signings and if there's more for the front office to do. The guys also talk about what the future looks like for Dansby Swanson in Chicago.

The Cubs officially introduced Cody Bellinger to media Tuesday and Jameson Taillon on Monday. What should we expect of the 2023 Cubs with the new additions? David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins discuss Bellinger and Taillon's introductory press conferences. The crew also discusses the San Francisco Giants postponing Carlos Correa's introductory press conference after an issue with his...

The Cubs got their shortstop. Dansby Swanson, formerly of the Atlanta Braves, has agreed to a seven-year, $177 million deal to come to Chicago. David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins react to the news and discuss what it mean for the Cubs going forward.

The shortstop Cubs fans had their eye on chose another team. Carlos Correa reached a long-term deal with the San Francisco Giants, and according to Gordon Wittenmyer, the Cubs didn't make him an actual offer. Oh boy! On this episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, David Kaplan and Tim Stebbins join Gordon to discuss exactly what the Cubs are doing this offseason and whether they're seriously trying to c...

The Cubs are still in the market for Dansby Swanson or Carlos Correa, but are they having a hard time getting players to join the Cubs? David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins discuss and debate the Cubs offseason so far, and if there is a growing concern that big-time free agents aren’t considering the Cubs because of a lack of a long-term plan, money, or other reasons.

Willson Contreras has officially moved on, but Cubs fans will see him often after he signed a long-term deal with the rival St. Louis Cardinals. David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins discuss the move and the Cubs signing starting pitcher Jameson Taillon. The guys also discuss the latest on the shortstop market as the Winter Meetings come to a close.

The Cubs made their first big signing of the offseason on Day 2 of the Winter Meetings. Former Dodgers outfielder and first baseman Cody Bellinger agreed to a one-year deal worth $17.5 million. How can Bellinger help the Cubs next season? Live from the Meetings, Gordon Wittenmyer joins David Kaplan and Tim Stebbins to discuss Bellinger, what could be the next move for the Cubs and if they are stil...

Day 1 of the Winter Meetings is in the books and one of the top free agents available, Trea Turner, has agreed to a deal with the Philadelphia Phillies. Will that speed up the rest of the market? David Kaplan, Tim Stebbins and Gordon Wittenmyer discuss what the Cubs are up to and if they are in the mix for Carlos Correa or Dansby Swanson. They also discuss the rumors floating around the Winter Mee...

With the Winter Meetings starting this week, David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer, and Tim Stebbins preview the festivities and discuss what happens at the Winter Meetings, their expectations for Jed Hoyer and the Cubs during the week, and if you were an MLB star free agent what would you be looking for in a team. Let us get you prepped and ready for the week!

NBC Sports Chicago’s Gordon Wittenmyer is 2-for-2 so far in his top free agent predictions, but most of the big names remain on the market. Will we see a signing frenzy at next week’s Winter Meetings? Gordon, David Kaplan and Tim Stebbins discuss on the latest Cubs Talk Podcast.