Cubs Talk Podcast
The Cubs Talk Podcast breaks down all things baseball on the North Side. Host Leila Rahimi, James Neveau, and Nate Poppen bring insider perspectives, regular player interviews, and news updates during the team’s pursuit of another championship. New episodes release every Wednesday morning.
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Episodes
Friday Nov 25, 2022
Friday Nov 25, 2022
In a special Thanksgiving-themed edition of the Cubs Talk Podcast, Tim Stebbins and Gordon Wittenmyer discuss who was on the wrong end of the Cubs’ 2022 season and who didn’t get a fair shake. The guys also discuss some things Cubs fans should be thankful for heading into next season.
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
The Cubs are looking to improve this winter as their rebuild continues, but how likely is it they will land a big free agent? ESPN's Jesse Rogers joins Tim Stebbins and Gordon Wittenmyer to discuss and debate how the Cubs will approach this offseason and if they will be significant players in landing a big fish. The crew also discusses potential landing spots for Willson Contreras, predict the biggest free agent the Cubs will land and a lot more!
Friday Nov 18, 2022
Friday Nov 18, 2022
On this edition of the Cubs Talk Podcast, David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins discuss the void left by Willson Contreras at catcher and who's out there for the Cubs to pursue.nnThe guys also discuss Friday's non-tender deadline and a potential pursuit of Cody Bellinger should the Dodgers part ways with him.
Wednesday Nov 16, 2022
Wednesday Nov 16, 2022
Willson Contreras' time with the Cubs appears over after he turned down the Cubs’ $19.65 million qualifying offer. How will you remember the Contreras era? David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins discuss Contreras and his time with the Cubs ending, and what's next for the Cubs catching position. The guys also discuss one of the newest members of the organization acquired in a trade with the Rays: Miles Mastrobuoni.
Friday Nov 11, 2022
Friday Nov 11, 2022
MLB free agency is open for business, and on this episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins go over the top 10 players available and predict where they will sign. Will the Cubs get any of them? How much are they willing to spend to get back in contention for the division?
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
On this episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, Gordon Wittenmyer joins David Kaplan and Tim Stebbins from the GM Meetings in Las Vegas. The guys discuss news around the Cubs, including whether they're early favorites for Japanese pitcher Kodai Senga, plus Scott Boras' comments on the free agent shortstops he represents. Later, they debate if the Cubs will sign a free agent for more than five years.
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Cubs outfielder Ian Happ receives his first Gold Glove for his outstanding defense in the 2022 season. With his impending free agency coming up, will the Cubs be able to re-sign him after not being able to keep any of the previous star bats? David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins debate and discuss is it worth it for the Cubs to keep Ian Happ.
Wednesday Nov 02, 2022
Wednesday Nov 02, 2022
David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins discuss injury news around top Cubs prospects Alexander Canario and Brennen Davis and what it could mean for 2023. Later in the podcast, the guys discuss their favorite moments and funny, never heard stories from the 2016 World Series run six years later. Plus, as the 2022 World Series wraps up, will the Cubs reach out to Anthony Rizzo, who's expected to hit free agency?
Friday Oct 28, 2022
Friday Oct 28, 2022
What can Cubs fans reasonably expect from the team in 2023? David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins discuss on this edition of the Cubs Talk Podcast. Plus, the guys discuss the Phillies' rise over the past few seasons as they get set to play in the World Series and compare it to the Cubs' process in this rebuild.
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
Hot Stove season is around the corner and the Cubs are expected to be active. David Kaplan, Gordon Wittenmyer and Tim Stebbins discuss contract projections for some of the top MLB free agents and whether the Cubs should make those deals.
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