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
Tuesday Mar 05, 2019
Tuesday Mar 05, 2019
Kelly Crull catches up with Cubs Opening Day starter Jon Lester on his drive home from camp in Mesa, and discusses what a normal spring training day looks like, relationships between the players, the dynamic between himself and David Ross, pushing players like Anthony Rizzo to the next level, who the best golfer on the team is, and his past as a soccer player (1:10). Then, Luke Stuckmeyer gets the behind-the-scenes story of the ride-along from Kelly (28:30).
Friday Mar 01, 2019
Friday Mar 01, 2019
Luke Stuckmeyer is joined by Tony Andracki and Chris Kamka to react to Bryce Harper's record-setting contract with the Phillies. The trio discuss whether the Cubs were ever actually involved and if they missed out on a big opportunity (1:30), as well as how Harper's contract will affect future negotiations with Kris Bryant (6:30). Then, we hear Bryant's reaction to Harper's deal (13:20) before Luke & company debate where the Phillies now sit in the N.L. hierarchy (15:00).
Tuesday Feb 26, 2019
Tuesday Feb 26, 2019
On the latest Cubs Talk podcast, Luke Stuckmeyer, David Kaplan, Kelly Crull and Tony Andracki are joined by USA Today's Bob Nightengale to discuss Yu Darvish's first start of the spring, baseball's free agent market, the Cubs mindset and a celebration of Ron Santo00:45 Bob on Yu Darvish's first start of the spring01:40 Would the Cubs be in play to sign Bryce Harper on a short term deal?02:30 Does Nolan Arenado's new deal set the market for future free agents?04:00 The Cubs have a chip on their shoulder05:00 Would Kris Bryant sign a long-term deal before he reaches free agency?07:00 Is Bryant still one of the top 5 3rd baseman in the game?08:00 Who is the best team in the NL Central?11:10 What does Scott Boras do that makes him appealing to star ballplayers?13:30 The vibe around Cubs camp during the first week in Mesa15:45 Darvish seeming more comfortable in camp this season17:45 Jon Lester's mindset entering this season20:00 Celebrating Ron Santo's birthday with some of his more famous calls from the broadcast booth22:15 Remembering the Wrigleyville Taco Bell
Thursday Feb 21, 2019
Thursday Feb 21, 2019
Luke and Kap discuss the latest goings-on from Cubs camp, including Joe Maddon's recent talk about how he's going to handle his lineup card this season (0:45), the lack of a true lead-off hitter impacting the batting order (3:00), how Jose Quintana is working to improve his pitch arsenal (6:30), and what to watch for as the exhibition schedule begins (11:00).
Wednesday Feb 20, 2019
Wednesday Feb 20, 2019
Kelly Crull and Tony Andracki discuss the impact a full season of Cole Hamels could have on the rotation and the team. And David Kaplan goes 1-on-1 with Kyle Hendricks. Find out which teammate Hendricks says most enjoys striking out in Spring Training.00:35 - Tony and Kelly break down the potential impact that Cole Hamels can have on the 2019 club. They discuss Hamels' value as a teammate and a leader, his approach to baseball every day, and what the Cubs expect from him every fifth day.16:56 - Kap goes 1-on-1 with Kyle Hendricks during a walk around a practice diamond at the Cubs facilities in Mesa. Hendricks discusses his excitement for 2019, how he approaches the buildup to the regular season, and how much fun he has facing teammates during spring training.
Tuesday Feb 19, 2019
Tuesday Feb 19, 2019
Luke, Kap and Chris Kamka react to the Manny Machado deal and the impact it has on the National League and the Cubs. Javy Baez talks about hustling and being accountable, and possible contract extension numbers for Baez and Kris Bryant are discussed.00:00 - Welcome - Manny Machado signing and what it means for the National League. How many legitimate contenders are there in the N.L. with Bryce Harper likely to sign with a N.L. team as well?2:20 - Are we really surprised Machado got his $300 million dollars? What we have learned from the Machado saga? Family did not matter. Location did not matter. Position did not matter. It was all about the money.5:08 - What does this deal do to the "collusion" argument? Brad Brach's quotes about getting the same exact contract offer from multiple teams is discussed.7:00 - Where does the Cubs / White Sox rivalry stand now that the Sox did not sign Machado?7:54 - Javy Baez talks about being held accountable and how last season the team lacked that type of leadership and accountability at times.9:45 - Chris Kamka delivers some clutch Cubs "hustle" stats.11:20 - Kap says he talked to Jon Lester in Arizona, and that Lester knows the Cubs front office wants him to be more of a vocal leader in 2019. But Lester knows there are inherent difficulties for pitchers to try to motivate every-day players.12:17 - MLB Network's list of the top shortstops in baseball is out. Where does Baez come in on that list?13:15 - Machado gets $300 million - so what does that mean for guys like Kris Bryant and Javy Baez?18:44 - Kap talks about the feeling among the players at Cubs camp. He says players are pissed off about the early exit and that some of the experts are picking them to lose more games than they win in 2019.20:00 - When the Crosstown series rolls around, what are some realistic expectations for a pair of former Cubs prospects: Eloy Jimenez and Dylan Cease?
Monday Feb 18, 2019
Monday Feb 18, 2019
As the Cubs held their first full-squad workout in Arizona, Chairman Tom Ricketts talked about his father's e-mail scandal and the team's free-agency budget on the latest edition of the CubsTalk Podcast.01:00 Tom Ricketts on his dad's email controversy08:00 Tom on his comments to the players about the emails12:00 Tom on his dealings with the city and Alderman Tom Tunney17:30 On team's budget for 201919:30 On free agency in baseball23:00 On building a team long term29:00 On Joe Maddon's future
Sunday Feb 17, 2019
Sunday Feb 17, 2019
The Cubs are looking for some of their young players to take the next step in 2019. Kelly Crull and Tony Andracki discuss what they expect from David Bote and Victor Caratini this year (11:52). Plus, Ian Happ is busy getting reps at second base in Mesa (03:04), and Willson Contreras is "hungry" to get back in action (07:34). Then, David Kaplan has a 1-on-1 interview with Bote as he settles in for his second MLB season (27:20). Luke Stuckmeyer hosts.
Saturday Feb 16, 2019
Saturday Feb 16, 2019
Our Cubs beat reporters Kelly Crull and Tony Andracki provide their unique perspectives after being in the room for Addison Russell's first public comments since his suspension (1:00). They discuss Russell's disposition during his media session (4:00), the lack of specifics in his answers (12:30), what the future holds for both Russell and the team (19:15), and much more regarding the Cubs' suspended shortstop.
Friday Feb 15, 2019
Friday Feb 15, 2019
For the first time since being suspended 40 games in September for violating MLB's domestic violence policy, Addison Russell met the media in Arizona. We bring you his entire press conference (1:00), as well as comments from Joe Maddon and Theo Epstein about Russell's situation and how it has changed the entire organization (20:00).
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