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Sam discusses Jed Hoyer's job so far with the Chicago Cubs and if he can get himself and the Cubs to another level. He then honors Kyle Hendricks and finishes up the show with best and worst of the week. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game....

Jed Hoyer did not indicate the Cubs would add offensively this offseason. Find out why that would be problematic, how much the Cubs have in payroll to the first luxury tax threshold, a rundown of the current roster, and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizeP...

Find out which Cubs players won Player and Pitcher of the Year. Plus: Jed Hoyer says to expect an active offseason for the Cubs. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Gametime Do...

Full breakdown of the reporting that the Cubs are not prioritizing Kyle Tucker this offseason. Plus: Other early intel on the offseason and much more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/L...

Find out why the Cubs could be in the mix for one of the latest trio of Japanese players to transfer to MLB in Munetaka Murakami, Tatsuya Imai, and Kazuma Okamoto. Plus: Will Cade Horton win the NL Rookie of the Year? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — R...

The Cubs announced Thursday they extended a qualifying offer to Shota Imanaga. Sam discusses the significance and if Imanaga will accept. He then gets in to the biggest needs for the off-season followed by a payroll conversation. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. Pr...

Find out why Joe Ryan should be the Cubs top trade target to upgrade the starting rotation this offseason. Plus: Reflecting on the 2-year hiring anniversary of manager Craig Counsell, including replaying the first segment from our show when he got hired on November 6, 2023. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in li...

Find out why the Cubs decided to decline their club option on Shota Imanaga and whether or not they could still bring him back. Plus: Will the Cubs make a big move for a starting pitcher this offseason? + Andrew Kittredge gets traded to the Orioles with option decisions still looming on Colin Rea and Justin Turner. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today...

We explain why Kyle Schwarber could be a free agent target for the Cubs this offseason. Plus: Lessons learned from the World Series, Gold Glove winners, and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.oneli...

Full breakdown on the possibility of the Cubs signing Kyle Tucker this offseason. From Tucker's 2025 season to potential contract terms and much more, Matt and Sam have an animated back and forth as free agency officially begins this week. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5...

Sam discusses and grades Matt Shaw's 2025 season and then determines if he did enough to be an automatic starter in 2026. He then gives his take on the Imanaga contract situation. The show wraps up with some World series/Cubs connections. Awards voting - https://forms.gle/xVmkzgZchjbFfPqF6 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB...

Find out all of the details before the Cubs upcoming decision on Shota Imanaga's 3-year option and other Imanaga scenarios, including a possible qualifying offer. Plus: Option decisions on Colin Rea/Andrew Kittredge/Justin Turner and the 40-man roster and payroll is going to have a lot of flexibility this offseason. Awards voting - https://forms.gle/xVmkzgZchjbFfPqF6 Support Us By Supporting Our S...

We highlight the impressive performances of the Cubs rotation and bullpen in 2025. Plus: Why Cade Horton put up a memorable rookie season and unveiling fan voting for our inaugural Locked On Cubs Awards. Vote here! - https://forms.gle/xVmkzgZchjbFfPqF6 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play y...

We explain why Pete Crow-Armstrong was a big reason for the success of the Cubs in 2025. Plus: What PCA needs to improve for 2026, Dansby Swanson posted a nice year, the Cubs have a strong identity on defense, and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks —...

Find out why the Cubs have to get a pitcher like Dylan Cease this offseason to upgrade their rotation with velocity and strikeouts. Plus: Other possible rotation targets on the free agent and trade market. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game...

Justin Steele joins Sam to discuss his rehab and recovery from his season ending injury. Then, they discuss the thrills of the 2025 Cubs season. The show wraps up with some football talk and a very fun Justin Steele Vs. game. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizeP...

Find out why the Cubs compare really well with both the Blue Jays and Dodgers as the World Series begins. Plus: Carson Kelly had a big impact for the Cubs this season and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://pr...

We discuss the 2025 season for Seiya Suzuki and what the DH/RF outlook is for the Cubs in 2026. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Rugiet Ready to level up your confidence ? H...

We discuss the outstanding season by Michael Busch and how important the 1B position is for the Cubs. Plus: Starting to name EVERYONE who played for the 2025 Cubs. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onel...

Find out why Ian Happ could waive his no-trade clause and how it would increase flexibility this offseason for the Cubs. Plus: Grading Happ's 2025 season, Cubs have six Gold Glove finalists, and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Cli...

Sam discusses the Kyle Tucker trade as it stands today. He discusses why it may not have been a win for the Cubs but it also wasn't a total bust. He then debates whether the Cubs should resign Tucker and gives a playoff update around the league Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your firs...

Cubs president Jed Hoyer held a press conference on Wednesday, detailing how he felt about the 2025 season and how the Cubs will move forward. We review all the notable parts the press conference and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game...

We begin our player review series with Nico Hoerner. Plus: Final payroll check for the 2025 season, bench coach Ryan Flaherty is a contender for the Orioles and Padres manager jobs, and a memorable trivia question. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run...

We reflect on the 2025 season for the Cubs. Plus: Top 10 games of the regular season and checking the final stats for all the impact players. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONML...

We recap Game 5 of the NLDS between the Cubs and Brewers and much more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use...