Les meilleurs podcasts Nico Steele (2024)

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The Cubs’ recruiting pitch to Roki Sasaki 33:12

1d ago33:12

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Believe the hype surrounding Roki Sasaki, the young Japanese pitcher who has been on the Cubs’ radar for years. Now that Sasaki will enter the posting system and become an international free agent (with strings attached), Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic give you a full scouting report. That background includes the club’s efforts t…

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The early buzz about the Cubs at the GM meetings 23:50

7d ago23:50

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With the offseason picking up steam, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic check in from San Antonio and share what they’re hearing from sources who have gathered for the GM meetings. There are items on Corbin Burnes, Blake Snell and how the Cubs view the pitching market. Plus names to consider at catcher, the prospects now on the major…

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What’s going on in the Cubs’ front office? 31:56

8d ago31:56

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With the GM meetings underway in San Antonio, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney discuss their big story for The Athletic on the behind-the-scenes changes happening at Wrigley Field. Cubs executives Jed Hoyer and Carter Hawkins have drastically reduced their pro scouting department and leaned heavily into analytics, relying on a model system to cons…

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With the offseason about to pick up, who stays and who goes? 32:51

13d ago32:51

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Craig Counsell is adding a coach from his old Milwaukee staff as the Cubs try to get better on the margins. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic explain why the Cubs are hiring Quintin Berry away from the Brewers. With mixed signals on Cody Bellinger’s opt-out decision, the Cubs’ offseason plans will immediately take shape at the upcom…

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Looking ahead to the GM meetings 25:21

14d ago25:21

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Chicago Tribune reporter Meghan Montemurro joins Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic to preview the event that is a starting point for baseball’s offseason. Montemurro explains what Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts is thinking and why President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer has to deliver a playoff team next year. The group also looks ba…

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All the Cubs angles to an epic World Series 41:03

20d ago41:03

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The Yankees and Dodgers are taking over the baseball universe, showing that money matters, and reminding Cubs fans it wasn’t that long ago that their big-market team once had a similar moment in the spotlight. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic are back to discuss Anthony Rizzo’s legacy, where the Cubs organization has fallen short, …

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Cubs news items: Nico Hoerner’s timeline, Craig Counsell’s staff and more 37:24

21d ago37:24

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It’s quiet at Wrigley Field, but the Cubs don’t stop in the offseason. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic discuss some of the newsy items coming out of the North Side this week, including what surgery means for a Gold Glove second baseman (and his trade market), and how the manager is evaluating coaches and reshaping the group. Plus …

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Cubs mailbag, Part 2: More trade scenarios, fixing the bullpen and should’ve just called it a rebuild 37:04

28d ago37:04

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Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic are back to answer more of your offseason questions. Garrett Crochet of the White Sox and a few notable catchers are among the popular names for some trade ideas. There’s the usual angst about the bullpen and how Jed Hoyer’s front office is going to attack that area of the roster. Plus more on Craig…

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Cubs mailbag, Part 1: Would a Justin Steele extension make sense? Plus trade ideas, payroll expectations and more 39:42

29d ago39:42

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Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic open it up to the audience for an offseason mailbag. There were enough good questions to break it up into two parts. Fans want to know if the front office will try to lock up the Opening Day starter and attempt to build a different offense after Wrigley Field’s conditions frustrated hitters. There’s…

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Big changes coming to the St. Louis front office and the Cubs-Cardinals rivalry 1:02:23

1M ago1:02:23

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The Cardinal Way has gotten a little stale. Chaim Bloom now represents the succession plan as Cardinals president of baseball operations John Mozeliak intends to step down after the 2025 season. How did the Cardinals lose their edge? And what will this mean for their long-running rivalry with the Cubs? Derrick Goold, an expert beat writer with the …

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The Cubs’ offseason to-do list 31:38

1M ago31:38

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It all starts with Cody Bellinger’s move to either opt-in or become a free agent, a contract decision that at this point looks pretty straightforward. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain why things are trending in one direction, and how the Cubs are planning to upgrade their rotation and catching situation. Plus, will they fina…

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Takeaways from Jed Hoyer’s end-of-season press conference 32:39

1M ago32:39

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Where is the sense of urgency? After back-to-back 83-win seasons, the Cubs president of baseball operations tried to send an optimistic message, doubling down on the organization’s long-term approach and focus on sustainability. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic were in the Wrigley Field interview room, asking questions and taking n…

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Wrapping up another 83-win season: Cubs fans deserve better 26:40

1M ago26:40

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The Cubs fired David Ross, hired Craig Counsell and wound up with the exact same record as last year. The fans who flock to Wrigley Field every season should be watching a much better product than this mediocre team. Outside of a few bright spots, there wasn’t much excitement or personality to this group. The farewell to Kyle Hendricks’ stood out a…

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Could Joe Maddon or David Ross wind up as next Reds manager? 31:58

2M ago31:58

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Gordon Wittenmyer of The Cincinnati Enquirer joins the show to discuss why the Reds fired David Bell and how two ex-Cubs managers could fit into their search. Wittenmyer, a longtime reporter with the Chicago Sun-Times, also explains the backstory to his recent feature on Lou Piniella, whose colorful, decorated career has fallen just short of the Ha…

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Are the Cubs stuck? Or is there a way out of this mediocrity? 27:31

2M ago27:31

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Nico Hoerner, Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki are among the good players the Cubs identified as building blocks at Wrigley Field. But this overall group hasn’t been good enough. Near the end of a disappointing season, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic analyze Hoerner’s value as a trade chip, Happ’s no-trade protection and Suzuki’s potenti…

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“We should be trying to build 90-win teams here.” 29:53

2M ago29:53

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Without naming names, Cubs manager Craig Counsell essentially called out his entire organization. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic interpret what Counsell was actually saying and relay Jed Hoyer’s response from Philadelphia as another disappointing season nears its end. Missing the playoffs calls into question ownership’s willingne…

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Cubs mailbag: Is Jed Hoyer on the hot seat? 37:05

2M ago37:05

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With the Cubs disappearing from the playoff picture, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic field questions from listeners on where the team goes from here. Hot topics include the fate of the front office, how the Cubs view Cody Bellinger’s option for next season, the next wave of prospects headed toward Wrigley Field, and more.Support N…

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Craig Counsell left Milwaukee and the Brewers still dominated the division 30:57

2M ago30:57

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The Brewers are rarely viewed as the preseason favorite or a cutting-edge franchise. Yet this small-market team keeps frustrating the Cubs and outperforming expectations. How does this keep happening? Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic examine the distance between Milwaukee and Chicago, how the Cubs can close the gap, and why the Bre…

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This Cubs season feels over 27:23

2M ago27:23

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Though mathematically still alive for the playoffs, Fangraphs still gave this team a zero percent chance to make the playoffs after rough back-to-back losses over the weekend at Coors Field. The Cubs return home to Wrigley Field with so many big-picture questions about the organization’s direction. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic …

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Who has something to prove down the stretch? 26:12

2M ago26:12

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Despite their long-shot odds to make the postseason, the Cubs still have a lot to play for in September. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic run through some of the players they’re following more closely as well as a few names they’re already hearing about as possible targets in free agency. The trajectory of this season only reinforc…

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The unexplainable offensive drought at Wrigley Field 22:56

2M ago22:56

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Why do the Cubs look like a different team on the road? The offense came alive again at Dodger Stadium, where agent Scott Boras pointed out how unkind the Friendly Confines have been to hitters this season. It’s a topic of conversation for players, coaches and the front office, so it had to be addressed on North Side Territory. Sahadev Sharma discu…

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Dodgers vs Cubs Series 17:38

2M ago17:38

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Sahadev Sharma joins Clint Pasillas and Alanna Rizzo on Dodgers Territory to talk about the Cubs vs Dodgers upcoming series. Sahadev dives into the surprising luck the team has on the road and the offense that needs to pick itself up as the team heads to Dodgers Stadium. One Cub in the spotlight is Cody Bellinger, being back at Dodgers Stadium agai…

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How Anthony Rizzo became Mr. Cub 2.0 31:01

2M ago31:01

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The story will quickly shift after Shota Imanaga’s brilliant performance in a combined no-hitter. The Yankees are coming to town, which means Rizzo’s first game back at Wrigley Field since getting traded at the 2021 deadline. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney both covered the entire breadth of Rizzo’s career in Chicago, which feature…

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Shota Imanaga leads the Cubs to their 18th no-hitter in franchise history 19:02

2M ago19:02

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What a night at Wrigley Field, where the crowd booed Craig Counsell’s decision to pull his ace pitcher after seven no-hit innings. Imanaga, his catcher and the next reliever up didn’t even know they were on the verge of making history. And this actually started out as a bad day for the Cubs. For context, Sahadev Sharma checks in with Patrick Mooney…

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After all that work to stay in the race, the Cubs’ slim playoff chances take a big hit 33:43

2M ago33:43

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The Cubs returned to Wrigley Field on Labor Day with a sense of momentum and a chance to make September interesting. And then the one-two punch of a blown save and Justin Steele’s injury damaged their postseason odds. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney absorb all that news, putting it in the context of a season that was supposed to go into October. …

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“Cubbie Occurrences” with Chicago Tribune columnist Paul Sullivan 27:39

3M ago27:39

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Are the Cubs back because of a Taylor Swift candle or the Sully Bounce? The legendary newspaperman joins Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic to discuss Mike Royko’s influence on his career, what it’s really like to cover the Wrigleyville circus and how the beat has changed over the years. Sully also implores the Cubs to let Craig Coun…

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The vibes around the Cubs after a wild comeback and a much-needed sweep 29:07

3M ago29:07

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As September approaches, the Cubs are still staying in the playoff picture. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic try to make sense of the offensive explosion in Pittsburgh and this recent surge that has pushed the club above .500. There are also newsy items to discuss regarding Drew Smyly and Jorge López, two key pieces of a bullpen th…

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Pete Crow-Armstrong is providing the energy this Cubs team needs 34:36

3M ago34:36

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The rookie known as “PCA” is becoming a dynamic player, someone who can deliver a highlight-reel moment at any given time. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic discuss what this development means for the future and how the center fielder has combined style and substance. Miguel Amaya is another young player who has shown significant gr…

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Cubs mailbag: Are the Cubs resigned to going after second-tier free agents? And have they learned their lesson in the bullpen? 43:18

3M ago43:18

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Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic respond to listener questions about how the Cubs will approach Juan Soto and the free-agent market this winter and what might be different this time. Anthony Santander, for example, would be a good name to file away. There’s also an in-depth discussion about how to fix the bullpen and whether the Cu…

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Javier Báez returns and Héctor Neris leaves as the Cubs go in a different direction 35:43

3M ago35:43

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The montage on the Wrigley Field video board was essentially the only highlight for Báez in his first game back since getting traded at the 2021 deadline. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain what it was like covering “El Mago” and watching him struggle mightily with the Tigers. The duo from The Athletic also discuss why the Cubs shook up thei…

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Deciphering the Cubs’ payroll and an early read on Juan Soto and Corbin Burnes 38:43

3M ago38:43

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Cubs executives have publicly acknowledged that the team will likely finish the year over the $237 million luxury-tax threshold. What does this mean in a season that will very likely end without a playoff appearance? Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney go over some frequently asked questions, explain Sharma’s latest reporting in The Athletic, and loo…

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The Cubs’ playoff chances are going, going, almost gone 25:47

3M ago25:47

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The Cubs refuse to concede that it’s over — and there are still things to play for — but getting swept out of Cleveland damaged the team’s diminishing postseason probability. But with the way this up-and-down season has gone, a relatively easy stretch of the schedule could pull them right back into the playoff race. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Moone…

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Whatever happened to the Cubs’ wave of young pitching talent? 29:05

3M ago29:05

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This isn’t their year. Maybe the Cubs can somehow defy the odds and sneak into the playoffs, but things simply haven’t lined up for this team. Part of the organization’s frustration and uncertainty moving forward revolves around the pitchers who were supposed to take big steps forward this year. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic bri…

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The Names to Know as the Cubs Try to Fix Their Catching Situation 26:43

3M ago26:43

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The Cubs have made up some ground in the wild-card race, playing a better brand of baseball and giving themselves a chance to compete in meaningful September games. But whatever happens down the stretch, the offseason planning has already begun. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney discuss Sahadev's reporting in The Athletic on how the Cubs tried to a…

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White Sox preview with James Fegan: Will a new manager make things tougher for the Cubs this weekend? 24:34

3M ago24:34

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Sahadev Sharma is joined by James Fegan from Sox Machine. News of Pedro Grifol's firing had just been announced and Fegan touches on how the team could start playing better -- could they really play worse? -- thoughts on a few players on the Sox who could be trade targets for the Cubs and which season is more disappointing the one that high expecta…

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Listener Mailbag: Will Jed Hoyer spend big? Do the Cubs need a closer? Bellinger opting in or saying goodbye? 38:32

3M ago38:32

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Sahadev Sharma takes questions from fans as they wonder if the bullpen will be a focus of the spending this winter, whether Jed Hoyer will ever reel in that big fish, has Cody Bellinger done enough to opt out and more.Please leave this podcast page a rating and review so that more people discover North Side Territory.…

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A look to the future with MLB.com's Jordan Bastian 28:18

3M ago28:18

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The Cubs continue to do just enough to tease fans and then let them down, but there are reasons to be hopeful for the future. Sahadev Sharma is joined by Jordan Bastian as they discuss Pete Crow-Armstrong's recent hot stretch at the plate and how impactful even average offensive performance from him could be to the team's future. And a trio of prom…

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Viewer’s guide to the last two months of the Cubs season 37:43

4M ago37:43

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What should fans be watching for in August and September? What does the team’s brass need to see before heading into a critical offseason? Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney acknowledge the obvious — that Jed Hoyer is on the hot seat — and explain how this closing stretch can set the stage for 2025. From Cody Bellinger to Miguel Amaya to Pete Crow-A…

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Wrapping up the trade deadline: Was this a missed opportunity for the Cubs? 29:40

4M ago29:40

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Jed Hoyer’s front office wasn’t a traditional buyer or a pure seller at this year’s trade deadline. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney talk through that strategy and assess the deals that brought in Isaac Paredes and shipped out Mark Leiter Jr. There is a certain rationale to what the Cubs did at this moment, but just because it made sense doesn’t m…

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The Cubs get a much-needed boost with the Isaac Paredes trade 29:46

4M ago29:46

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Jed Hoyer meant it when he said his front office would be opportunistic, dealing Christopher Morel and two pitching prospects to the Rays for an All-Star third baseman. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain what the Cubs are trying to accomplish at this trade deadline, which suddenly is far more complex than simply buying or selling. Trading wi…

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Cubs mailbag: How are the pieces going to fit together? 21:46

4M ago21:46

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t’s never a good sign when looking ahead to next year becomes a thing in July. But that’s where the Cubs are at right now, so Patrick Mooney of The Athletic opened up the mailbag to take your questions about the franchise’s direction. It always starts at the top, how ownership feels about the baseball operations group and whether patience is runnin…

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Let the sell-off at the trade deadline begin 32:06

4M ago32:06

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The Cubs left no doubt by coming out of the All-Star break and losing two must-have series against real playoff contenders. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic break down Jed Hoyer’s confirmation that the front office won’t be adding rental players for a postseason push, and question Craig Counsell’s take on the trade deadline now tha…

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The latest on the Cubs with Jesse Rogers 25:27

4M ago25:27

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After 100-plus games, the Cubs do not envision a scenario in which they become buyers at the trade deadline. But does that actually mean selling? Which players and teams could be in play at the end of July? And where do Jed Hoyer and Craig Counsell stand amid this disappointing season? ESPN’s Jesse Rogers always has interesting answers, national pe…

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Chicago Cubs second-half preview: Good luck trying to figure out this team 36:11

4M ago36:11

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With the All-Star break about to end, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic sit down to preview the second half of this up-and-down season and offer a few predictions on what’s ahead. The storylines inevitably revolve around Craig Counsell, a manager who is definitely not on the hot seat but also hasn’t made a huge mark on the team yet.…

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What we’re hearing about the Chicago Cubs’ draft and the state of their farm system 38:50

4M ago38:50

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With the draft over and the trade deadline approaching, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney zoom out to discuss how the Cubs landed on first-round pick Cam Smith out of Florida State, and what the front office is thinking at this moment. The Chicago-based beat writers for The Athletic also get into whether Moises Ballesteros could make his major-leag…

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The Cubs suddenly find themselves in a different spot at the All-Star break 28:54

4M ago28:54

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A 5-2 road trip through Baltimore and St. Louis at least temporarily delayed any serious talks about a sell-off at the trade deadline. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic are having the same kinds of conversations that are happening around the team and in the front office, wondering whether this is real or a mirage. No one truly knows…

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What’s up with Willson Contreras and the Cardinals? 35:29

4M ago35:29

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The Cubs still have to go through four games against the Cardinals – including a doubleheader at Busch Stadium – before the All-Star break. How the Cubs perform could have a major impact on how the front office proceeds at the trade deadline. Katie Woo of The Athletic is so good at explaining The Cardinal Way, the pressure in St. Louis and the pote…

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Are the Chicago Cubs Back? 24:22

4M ago24:22

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Just when you think they’re out, they pull you back in. An impressive series win in Baltimore recalls the turnaround before last year’s trade deadline, when the Cubs shifted from likely sellers to actual buyers. There are reasons to believe that this team can play at a much higher level and finish strong. But Cody Bellinger remains an important X-f…

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Shota Imanaga is the lone Cubs All-Star in disappointing season 33:28

4M ago33:28

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Shota Imanaga is a joy to watch, as Cubs manager Craig Counsell said. The rest of the team? Not so much. In fact, Colten Brewer broke his hand while punching a Wrigley Field dugout wall in frustration. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney try to make sense of it all before a tough road trip ahead of the All-Star break. The Cubs need to rack up wins be…

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Chicago Cubs mailbag: Where is the accountability? 37:24

4M ago37:24

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It’s time for more airing of grievances as this Cubs team appears to be going nowhere. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney respond to questions from fans, trying to explain Craig Counsell’s role in all of this, the perception of Jed Hoyer’s job security, different paths to follow at the trade deadline and the moves that would demonstrate this big-mar…

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