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Matt and Sam discuss the quietness of the Kyle Tucker market. Could it get so quiet that the Cubs get back in the conversation? Then, the show discusses the trust level with the front office and wraps up with 0-100. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — al...

Matt and Sam discuss whether or not the Cubs will make a big signing (Tatsuya Imai or Alex Bregman) OR a medium signing (Zac Gallen or Kazuma Okamoto) among other moves. Plus: Cubs make a bench addition by signing 1B/DH/OF Tyler Austin. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only D...

Matt and Sam host their annual Holiday Party with celebrations and reflections of the year and listeners joining the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt and Kevin Wells from WGN Radio discuss Caleb Thielbar returning to the Cubs, how it impacts the bullpen, and much more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: h...

Sam and Matt discuss the many many players entering a walk year for the Cubs. They discuss who should get an extension and maybe who the Cubs should part ways with. The Show concludes with a fun segment of "how much would it take?" Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discor...

Matt and Sam contemplate what the goals are for the 2026 Cubs. Plus: The 40-man roster is only at 32 players, Kevin Kugler should have been hired by Marquee, and more. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to l...

Matt and Sam discuss the latest rumblings, including Nico Hoerner in trade discussions. Plus: The Cubs sign lefty reliever Hoby Milner and best and worst of the week. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to le...

Matt and Carson Wolf from The Wrigley Wire discuss the starting pitcher puzzle and how the Cubs are involved. Plus: Do the Cubs preferred plans this offseason seem more or less clear following the winter meetings? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all...

Sam discusses the latest rumors which include Alex Bregman. He then digs in to see how much Bregman would really help the Cubs. The show continues with some reaction to an informative press conference with Craig Counsell on Tuesday in Orlando. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time...

Matt and Sam discuss Tatsuya Imai as the possible impact rotation addition for the Cubs. Plus: Sorting out all of the players who have been connected to the Cubs. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn...

Matt and Sam discuss whether or not Zac Gallen should be a top target to upgrade the rotation for the Cubs. Plus: Alex Bregman could be a possibility for the Cubs and exploring other rumblings with the beginning of the winter meetings. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Di...

Sam discusses at length his goals for this off-season for the Cubs. He talks about where they need to be expectations wise when opening day comes along and the different paths they can take to get there. He then wraps up with Best and Worst of the week. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime to...

Matt and Joe react to reports of the Cubs making a run at Dylan Cease and why it could be encouraging. Plus: Matthew Boyd joins Team USA, Kyle Schwarber might sign with the Reds, and which team is closest to a championship: Cubs or Bears? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms app...

Matt and Sam explain and discuss the latest news with Marquee Sports Network. Why 2026 could be the last season for the Cubs on Marquee, why authenticity on TV matters, how important this is for baseball budget, and much more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download...

Matt and Sam explain why Sandy Alcantara could be a good trade target for the Cubs. Plus: If the Cubs go only internal offensively, then does it make sense to trade Owen Caissie in a deal for a pitcher? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What ti...

Matt and Sam explain why the Cubs need to add a right-handed bat and how Jo Adell could be a good fit in a possible trade with the Angels. Plus: Setting expectations on what the Cubs could do this month and reflecting on their offseason activity since 2022. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first...

Matt and Sam reveal their Top 25 Cubs players of the 21st century. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today...

Matt and Sam explore the possibility of Cody Bellinger returning to the Cubs. Plus: Other free agents who used to play for the Cubs and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you...

Matt and Sam are joined by David Kaplan of The ReKap YouTube Channel and ESPN 1000. They discuss payroll, the plan entering 2026, and much more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to...

Matt and Sam explain how Phil Maton fits in the bullpen as the Cubs make an early free agent signing. Plus: More relief targets for the Cubs to possibly add and the latest roster outlook. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gamet...

Sam has former Pro bowler and Die Hard Cub fan Tim Grunhard on the show to talk Cubs. They talk 2025 Cubs and then some 2026 off-season wish list items. The show wraps up with Tim telling some cool football stories and comparing the two sports. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Ter...

The Cubs prepare for a crucial offseason and Matt unveils his ambitious plan, highlighted by signing Michael King and the strategic hunt for bullpen and bench experience. Will trades shake up the roster or does free agency hold all the answers? Plus: The impact of MLB’s new TV deals with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an ac...

The Cubs face a pivotal offseason after Shota Imanaga accepts the qualifying offer, shaking up the team’s roster strategy. Could payroll leave the Cubs vulnerable? Matt and Sam dissect the financial and roster implications, discussing whether securing Imanaga will limit the ability to pursue big-name free agents or a trade for a top target like Mackenzie Gore, Joe Ryan, and Edward Cabrera. Support...

Find out how the Cubs are positioning themselves to NOT add an impact player on offense this offseason. But why aren't they? And who could be the top targets if they do? Plus: Previewing the qualifying offer deadline Tuesday and the tender deadline Friday. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first p...

Find out what the Cubs plans are for pitching this offseason. Plus: Should pitching or offense be the priority? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL s...