The Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast

Brett and Michael are back for the seventieth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! As the Cubs head into a three-game series against the Reds before the All-Star break, the guys look back on a mixed week that featured a tough series loss to the Cardinals—highlighted by a rough opener—but a bounce-back series win over the Orioles. The bulk of the conversation focuse...

Brett and Michael are back for the sixty-ninth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The Cubs are rolling again after taking two of three from the Brewers and sweeping the Padres , punctuated by a jaw-dropping 23-3 victory to cap off a tremendous week. The guys break down the offense's resurgence, highlighted by Seiya Suzuki's clutch hitting against Milwaukee and Da...

Brett and Michael are back for the sixty-eighth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The Cubs head into Thursday looking for a series sweep of the Mets , having won nine of their last 12 games behind an offense that's finally firing on all cylinders. Unfortunately, the injury bug refuses to let up. The rotation has been hit yet again, with Ben Brown landing on the...

Brett and Michael are back for the sixty-seventh episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! And after weeks of frustration, the mood is noticeably better. The Cubs have won back-to-back series and five of their last seven games, creating at least some optimism that the worst stretch of the season may finally be behind them. The offense remains a fascinating discussion po...

Brett and Michael are back for the sixty-sixth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! And, frankly, they're not happy. The Cubs are on the verge of being swept by the Rockies and have now gone 10 straight series without a series win , a stunning stretch for a team that once looked like one of the best clubs in baseball. The guys discuss how quickly things have unrave...

Brett and Michael are back for the sixty-fifth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The season is far from over, but there’s no denying the trend line has been pointing in the wrong direction lately. It’s now been a full month since the Cubs last won a series , and the guys discuss how a team that once looked like one of baseball’s best has found itself stuck in ne...

Brett and Michael are back for the sixty-fourth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! After a brutal stretch, the Cubs finally snapped their 10-game losing streak , and the guys react to what felt like a much-needed reset for the offense. It wasn’t just the win itself—it was how the Cubs won. The lineup finally started stringing together hits, drawing walks, and cas...

Brett and Michael are back for the sixty-third episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! It was a rough stretch for the Cubs, who followed a disappointing series loss to the White Sox by getting swept—and thoroughly outplayed—by the Milwaukee Brewers . Losing three straight to the team you’re chasing in the division always stings, and the guys don’t shy away from that r...

Brett and Michael are back for the sixty-second episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The Cubs finally lost a Wednesday game before a Thursday morning recording, but the guys aren’t exactly panicking. They discuss the challenge of trying to avoid a sweep against the Braves—especially with Chris Sale looming—and why the recent offensive slowdown feels far more fluky...

Brett and Michael are back for the sixty-first episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The Cubs’ winning streak nearly came to an end last night—but instead, they found yet another way to pull off a comeback victory. The guys react to a stretch that now includes eight straight wins , multiple comeback victories, and a growing feeling that this team simply refuses to f...

Brett and Michael are back for the sixtieth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The Cubs have navigated a solid start to the season, but from an injury standpoint, it’s been a real test—headlined by a significant setback for Justin Steele . After appearing ahead of schedule earlier this spring, Steele has now suffered a flexor strain in his recovery and will be sh...

Brett and Michael are back for the fifty-ninth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The Cubs are on an absolute heater, extending their winning streak to nine games , capped off by a wild comeback win over the Phillies that ended with a Dansby Swanson walk-off in the 10th . They break down the rollercoaster game—blowing the lead late but never really feeling rattle...

Brett and Michael are back for the fifty-eighth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The Cubs keep their Wednesday magic alive , rolling into this episode on a high note after a strong series win over the Phillies. They break down an offensive breakout that saw the Cubs put up 21 runs over the final two games of the series, and how that momentum shifts the tone aft...

Brett and Michael are back for the fifty-seventh episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The Cubs bounce back with a series win over the Rays , evening their record at .500 through the first 12 games—and the guys aren’t sweating the slow start one bit. They reflect on a strong showing in Tampa, where the offense looked more like itself and the rotation depth stepped u...

Brett and Michael are back for the fifty-sixth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! With the first week of the regular season in the books, the guys take a step back to reflect—and, of course, fire off a few early overreactions . Is Matthew Boyd suddenly a strikeout machine after racking up 17 Ks through two starts? Is Alex Bregman “washed” at third base after a co...

Brett and Michael are back for the fifty-fifth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law) — and the first episode of the regular season ! They react to the Cubs’ Opening Day loss to the Nationals (10-4) at Wrigley, while keeping things in perspective. One game doesn’t define a season, but there are still some takeaways worth unpacking. On the pitching side, Matthew Boyd’s...

Brett and Michael are back for the fifty-fourth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! With Opening Day just one week away —set for Wrigley Field against the Nationals—the excitement is building as the Cubs wrap up Spring Training. The guys break down a pitching staff that has looked sharp throughout camp, highlighted by strong swing-and-miss stuff and encouraging ea...

Brett and Michael are back for Episode 53 of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! With the regular season fast approaching, the guys dive into a mix of Cubs news and broader baseball storylines, starting with the excitement surrounding the World Baseball Classic. The Cubs had a presence in the tournament as well, with pitcher Matthew Boyd appearing for Team USA before departi...

Brett and Michael are back for the fifty-second episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! With Spring Training underway, baseball is officially back in the air, and the guys settle into the rhythms of camp and the early days of the preseason. They talk about the World Baseball Classic , which continues to draw heavy interest around the league—including strong representa...

Brett and Michael are back for Episode 51 of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast! Hosts Brett Taylor and Michael Cerami dive into a packed week of Spring Training storylines as the Chicago Cubs ramp up toward meaningful games. The biggest on-field conversation? The Automated Balls and Strikes (ABS) challenge system. The guys break down how it’s functioning in camp, whether the process feels too slow...

Brett and Michael are back for the fiftieth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! Spring Training games are finally here, with the Cubs set to host the White Sox in their Cactus League opener. But the biggest news of the week came off the field: Tony Clark has suddenly resigned as head of the MLB Players Association. The timing is stunning, coming just ahead of what...

Brett and Michael are back for the forty-ninth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! Cubs camp is officially underway, with pitchers and catchers reporting and the front office holding its opening presser. The guys recap the first day at camp, including Alex Bregman taking Jameson Taillon deep (which absolutely counts as one regular season win), and note that there...

Brett and Michael are back for the forty-eighth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! With Pitchers and Catchers reporting next week , activity around the league is starting to pick up—and a trio of notable moves sparks a wide-ranging discussion. They react to Eugenio Suárez returning to the NL Central after signing with the Cincinnati Reds , the Boston Red Sox givi...

Brett and Michael are back for the forty-seventh episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The show opens with a fun announcement: Michael Cerami wrote a children’s book about Wrigley Field and Cubs fandom , inspired by bringing the next generation into the bleachers. The guys talk about the idea behind the project and what it means to pass down the Cubs experience. Fro...

Brett and Michael are back for the forty-sixth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! After a quick look back at the flurry of moves from the past couple of weeks, the guys zoom out to examine how the broader league landscape is taking shape—and what it means for the Cubs. They discuss a busy stretch for the New York Mets , who have aggressively retooled their roster...