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Playoff X-factors now that the Cubs know they will face the Padres
Episode 195
The Cubs still want to make sure this wild-card series will be played at Wrigley Field, but their playoff opponent is now set. In some ways, the Padr…
1 year ago
The Cubs picked a bad time to have their worst stretch
Episode 194
How concerned should Cubs fans be right now? The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney try to separate it all out during the final week of the…
1 year ago
Is this the letdown after the Cubs clinched their playoff spot?
Episode 193
Following their big celebration in Pittsburgh, the Cubs were swept out of Cincinnati. The final week of the regular season continues with the Cubs on…
1 year ago
How the Cubs are lined up for October
Episode 192
Is the offense still a concern heading into the playoffs? And why would anyone other than Cade Horton start Game 1 for the Cubs? The Athletic’s Sahad…
1 year ago
The clubhouse scene as the Cubs clinched their playoff spot
Episode 191
The Cubs are advancing to the postseason for the first time since 2020, an achievement that the team celebrated wildly in Pittsburgh. The Athletic’s …
1 year ago
Cubs close to switching over to playoff mode
Episode 190
It feels inevitable. The Cubs are so close to clinching their first playoff berth since 2020 that even the people in uniform are thinking ahead and l…
1 year ago
Cubs mailbag: The postseason rotation, Kyle Tucker plans and more
Episode 189
With the playoffs approaching, you have questions, and Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney have answers. The Athletic’s Cubs writers respond to listene…
1 year ago
Anthony Rizzo is back where he belongs
Episode 188
One of the most popular players in franchise history is returning to Wrigley Field. Ahead of the ceremonial weekend marking Anthony Rizzo’s retiremen…
1 year ago
The Cubs have to deal with some glaring issues
Episode 187
Where to begin? Cubs closer Daniel Palencia is now on the injured list, though his recent performance was already putting his bullpen role in doubt. …
1 year ago
The Cubs mailbag is back with more of your questions
Episode 186
As the Cubs prepare for October, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney are here to answer questions from listeners who want to know about …
1 year ago