Episode Details

Chicago Cubs fantasy baseball owners face critical decisions heading into 2026. Will Kyle Tucker's free agency landing spot make or break his top-15 value?

Dominick Martino breaks down the Cubs' 2025 season, analyzing Pete Crow Armstrong's explosive 31-homer, 35-steal breakout despite batting average concerns, Michael Busch's legitimate power surge after escaping the Dodgers, and Nico Horner's steady production at second base. The discussion covers rookie pitcher Cade Horton's impressive 2.67 ERA and why underlying metrics suggest caution, Matt Shaw's growing pains and late-round upside, and veteran Matthew Boyd's surprising consistency. Plus, get the scouting report on top pitching prospect Jaxson Wiggins, whose 97-mph fastball and devastating slider could earn him a 2026 rotation spot.

Key topics include Tucker's ADP projection, PCA's path to top-12 outfielder status, and which Cubs players offer the best draft value at their current rankings.

Discover which Cubs deserve roster spots and which ones carry hidden risk for your 2026 fantasy baseball draft strategy.

0:00 Intro

0:32 Kyle Tucker's 2025 Season Review

4:37 Pete Crow Armstrong's Breakout Year

9:15 Comparing PCA to Other Young Outfielders

12:17 Nico Horner's Steady Production

14:21 Michael Busch's Strong 2025 Performance

17:23 Matt Shaw's Rookie Season Ups and Downs

21:42 Ian Happ as a Stabilizer

23:44 Cade Horton's Impressive Rookie Campaign

27:17 Matthew Boyd's Late Career Resurgence

28:49 Jaxson Wiggins: Cubs Top Pitching Prospect

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