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The Rant - Chicago Cubs Podcast

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Join us, Evan Altman and Jon Ferlise, as we try not to take ourselves too seriously while pondering the state of the Chicago Cubs. Our podcast can be found on most podcasting platforms. You can also find us at CubsInsider.com.

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21. Cubs Start Cactus League Play, Giving Prospects Love, Optimism Abound, Extend Them All 01.03.2021 56:57

Join us today as we preview the Cubs Cactus League opening game while simultaneously sharing our inner feelings on the state of the team as we head into the 2021 season: ⚾️ Cubs kick off Cactus League play ⚾️ Prospect most likely to make big-league roster to start season ⚾️ What we're optimistic about ⚾️ Likelihood of Cubs extending top players this year #ChicagoCubs #MLB #Baseball

20. Live From Sloan Park in Mesa, Special Guest Kevin Kaduk, Cubs' Breakout Candidates 22.02.2021 1:04:31

Join us live from Sloan Park in Mesa, Arizona, as we share our inner feelings on the state of the Chicago Cubs and the latest news surrounding the team: ⚾️ Live from Sloan Park in Mesa, AZ ⚾️ Special guest Kevin Kaduk of Midway Minute ⚾️ Cubs spring camp underway ⚾️ Possible breakout/bounceback players for Cubs #ChicagoCubs #MLB #Baseball

19. Cubs Spring Training Kicks Off, Jake Arrieta Returns, Reviewing Projected Roster 17.02.2021 54:45

Join Evan and Jon today as we share our inner feelings on the state of the Chicago Cubs and the latest news surrounding the team: ⚾️ Spring training is here! ⚾️ Jake Arrieta returns to Wrigley (where he belongs) ⚾️ Kimbrel officially tabbed as closer ⚾️ Cubs searching for a bullpen arm ⚾️ A look at the projected final roster #ChicagoCubs #MLB #Baseball

18. Spring Training Updates, Joc Pederson Promised Full-Time Role, Brennen Davis Trending Up 08.02.2021 45:54

Join us today as we share our inner feelings on the state of the Chicago Cubs and the latest news surrounding the team: ⚾️ Spring training update: Pitchers & catchers report to AZ next week ⚾️ Pederson promised role as a full-time starter ⚾️ Brennen Davis trending upward, could reach big leagues soon #Chicago #Cubs #MLB #Baseball #SpringTraining #CactusLeague

17. Cubs Sign Joc Pederson, Kohl Stewart, & Trevor Williams, Owners Propose 154-game Season 01.02.2021 1:16:25

Join Evan and Jon today as we share our inner feelings on the state of the Chicago Cubs and the latest news surrounding the team: ⚾️ Cubs sign RHP Kohl Stewart, RHP Trevor Williams, OF Joc Pederson ⚾️ Owners propose 154-game season, delayed spring training and expanded playoffs #ChicagoCubs #MLB #Baseball

16. Bryant-Hendricks Trade Rumor, Cubs Starting Rotation, Ed Howard Ranked 88th By BP 25.01.2021 51:22

Join Evan and Jon as we share our inner feelings about the Chicago Cubs while discussing the latest news: ⚾️ Kris Bryant-Kyle Hendricks trade rumor ⚾️ Starting rotation could be boom or bust ⚾️ Shelby Miller could play big role for Cubs ⚾️ Ed Howard ranked 88th on BP top 101 prospect list #ChicagoCubs #MLB #Baseball

15. Discussing Cubs' Offseason Strategy, Kris Bryant and Willson Contreras Trade Rumors, & More 11.01.2021 50:29

Join Evan and Jon as we share our inner feelings about the Chicago Cubs while discussing the latest news: ⚾️ What exactly is the Cubs offseason strategy? ⚾️ Kyle Schwarber signs with Washington Nationals ⚾️ Kris Bryant trade rumors heating up ⚾️ Phillies could be in on Willson Contreras ⚾️ Pitchers use of sticky substances #ChicagoCubs #MLB #Baseball

14. Discussing Yu Darvish Trade, Examining Zach Davies' Numbers, Marquee Replaces Len Kasper 05.01.2021 43:20

Join Evan and Jon as we share our inner feelings about the Chicago Cubs while covering the latest news: ⚾️ Debating the Yu Darvish trade ⚾️ A look at Cubs' new starter, Zach Davies ⚾️ Cubs options for backup catcher ⚾️ Marquee hires Jon 'Boog' Sciambi as new play-by-play announcer

13. Padres Trade for Blake Snell, Yu Darvish Trade Rumors, Launch Angle Debate 28.12.2020 55:04

Join Evan and Jon as we ponder the latest happenings around the Chicago Cubs: ⚾️ Rays trade LHP Blake Snell to Padres ⚾️ Yu Darvish trade rumors ⚾️ Cubs continue to make small deals ⚾️ The launch angle debate

12. Yu Darvish Mentioned in Trade Talks, Cubs Outfield Needs, MIguel Amaya Showing Power 22.12.2020 43:50

On today’s episode, Evan and Jon prose and ponder all things relating to the Cubs, including: ⚾️ Hot stove updates, players Cubs may look to trade ⚾️ Yu Darvish being mentioned as a possible trade candidate ⚾️ Miguel Amaya showing power in Puerto Rican Winter League

11. State of Cubs Minor League System, Developing Prospects, Pondering Kris Bryant's Future 14.12.2020 43:10

On today’s episode, Evan and Jon prose and ponder all things relating to the Chicago Cubs, including: ⚾️ The state of Cubs minor league system after losing Eugene ⚾️ Cubs may need to rely more on prospects to win ⚾️ Addressing Cubs struggles against left-handed pitching ⚾️ Kris Bryant fits in nicely with the Cubs future plans

10. Len Kasper's Departure, Winter (Virtual) Meetings, Present & Future Outlook for Cubs 07.12.2020 41:44

Join Evan and Jon as we prose and ponder all things relating to the Chicago Cubs. Today's topics: ⚾️ The surprising departure of Len Kasper ⚾️ Winter meetings underway, will there be any deals announced? ⚾️ Cubs fans in 'wait and see' mode ⚾️ Our expectations going forward

9. The Kyle Schwarber Tribute Show 03.12.2020 53:58

Today on 'The Rant Live' we pay tribute to Kyle Schwarber following his release by the Cubs on Wednesday: ⚾️ Our favorite Schwarber memories ⚾️ The top plays we witnessed Kyle make in person ⚾️ Should Theo have traded Schwarber back in 2016?

8. Jed Hoyer Settling In, Kris Bryant Trade Rumors, Brailyn Marquez Tops Cubs' Prospect List 30.11.2020 40:41

Join Evan and Jon as we ponder and prose about the latest Cubs news and rumors: ⚾️ Impact of the Cubs front office promotions ⚾️ Will Cubs trade Kris Bryant? ⚾️ Cubs trade rumors, other players we could see moved ⚾️ Brailyn Marquez tops Cubs prospect list #Chicago #Cubs #MLB #Baseball

7. What We'll Miss Most About Theo, Jed Hoyer Era Begins, Non-Tender Candidates, & More 24.11.2020 34:23

Join Evan and Jon today as we ponder and prose about our beloved Chicago Cubs, hitting on these topics and more: ⚾️ What we'll miss most about Theo ⚾️ What will Jed Hoyer era look like? ⚾️ Discussing potential non-tender candidates ⚾️ Cubs that carry the highest trade value

6. Theo Epstein Leaving the Cubs, Potential Salary Dump, Ricketts Running Out of Options 17.11.2020 42:32

Evan and Jon discuss the announcement that Theo Epstein is leaving the Cubs. ⚾️ What does the future look like for the Cubs? ⚾️ Potential for an all-out player salary dump ⚾️ How did we get here after winning the World Series ⚾️ Tom Ricketts is running out of options

5. Potential Vaccine Could Be Good For Cubs, Darvish Cy Young Chances, Cubs Win Award 09.11.2020 31:05

Join Evan and Jon as we breakdown the latest Chicago Cubs news and notes today. ⚾️ Potential impact of COVID vaccine on Cubs offseason moves ⚾️ Will Darvish win Cy Young? ⚾️ Cubs win first-ever team Gold Glove Award #ChicagoCubs #MLB #Baseball

4. Celebrating Cubs World Series Anniversary, Free Agency Begins, Rizzo 2021 Option Exercised 02.11.2020 33:51

The offseason is upon us and free agency has begun. We'll talk about that and much more today. ⚾️ Celebrating four year anniversary of the day the Cubs won it all ⚾️ Anthony Rizzo option exercised for 2021 season ⚾️ Free agency officially opens ⚾️ Potential Cubs free agent targets

3. MLB Incurring Biblical Losses, Looking Towards 2021, MLB Expansion Talk 28.10.2020 39:25

The World Series wrapped up this week and we start to dig into offseason hot button topics in today's show. ⚾️ MLB claims $3.1 billion in losses ⚾️ What will 2021 season look like? ⚾️ MLB eyes expansion, what cities are top of the list? ⚾️ Theo Epstein's status: will he stay or will he go?

2. Cubs Massive Layoffs, Has Ricketts Upheld His Promises, Possible Non-tendered Players 22.10.2020 45:31

The Cubs have announced layoffs of more than 100 employees and over half of baseball operations. Had Tom Ricketts kept his promises to Cubs fans? We'll cover that and more on today's Chicago Cubs edition of The Rant Live! ⚾️ Cubs massive layoffs ⚾️ Is Wrigleyville everything Ricketts said it would be? ⚾️ Players that may be non-tendered ⚾️ Previewing free agency ⚾️ World Series

1. Cubs Season Wrap: Where Do We Go From Here? 05.10.2020 44:52

The Chicago Cubs season is over and Theo Epstein held his year-end press conference. We'll talk about things the Cubs may or may not be able to do heading into 2021.