Cubs Related: A Chicago Cubs Podcast

The Chicago Cubs have extended veteran pitcher Colin Rea, keeping him in Chicago for the 2026 season and possibly beyond. What does this move mean for the Cubs’ starting rotation and pitching depth moving forward? Free agency begins this afternoon. Now the game of chess begins! CHGO Cubs host Luke Stuckmeyer and guest Jordan Bernfield hand out report card grades for Rea’s 2025 season and break down where he fits alongside Cade Horton, Matthew Boyd, Ben Brown, and Shota Imanaga. Plus, with today marking the deadline to extend Shota Imanaga the qualifying offer, they discuss how that decision could shape the Cubs’ 2026 pitching plans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Jameson Taillon dealt with injuries throughout 2025, but pitched admirably when on the mound. Taillon enters a contract year in 2026. Is he in line for another big contract if he performs well? Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Joey Christopolous and Justin Roman as they grade Taillon's 2025 season and discuss his future! An ALLCITY Network Production

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs The Chicago Cubs declined Shota Imanaga’s option for 2026. Shota is now a free agent. Will the Cubs look to bring back Shota? If not, where will Shota’s money go for 2026? Plus, the Cubs sent Andrew Kittredge back to Baltimore in a trade today. Join CHGO Cubs hosts, Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopolous, and Justin Roman as they discuss! An ALLCITY Network Production

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs The Cubs have THREE Gold Glove winners! Pete Crow-Armstrong, Nico Hoerner, and Ian Happ all won their respective positions' Gold Glove for the National League. Is the Cubs' elite defense the team's biggest strength? Plus, a past Gold Glove winner's report card is in! How did Dansby Swanson's 2025 grade out? Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos as they discuss! An ALLCITY Network Production

The Cubs look close — but are they really built like October teams such as the Dodgers and Blue Jays? Corey and Brendan break down how roster construction, lineup philosophy, and the absence of a true middle-order slugger shape the team’s ceiling. Plus, what the Jays’ aging rotation and contact-heavy approach reveal about building sustainably — and whether the Cubs even should chase that big bat everyone keeps talking about. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Matt Shaw had his fair share of ups and downs during 2025. Did Shaw do enough to prove that he is the future 3B for the Cubs? Should the Cubs look to make a splash this free agency for a new 3B? Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopolous, and Jordan Bernfield as they hand out their 2025 Report Cards for Matt Shaw. An ALLCITY Network Production

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Grades are in! After Miguel Amaya's brutal early season injury, how did Carson Kelly and Reese McGuire fill in? Do the Cubs have a clear future at the catcher position with Amaya? How concerned should fans be post-injury? Plus, the CHGO Cubs crew reacts to Game 4 of the World Series. Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopolous as they discuss the Cubs' catcher position. 0:00 Show start 1:20 Jays tie the series at 2 4:20 Shane Bieber: 2025-26? 17:00 Ohtani "offered" Cubs $700m deal 32:00 Cubs catchers' report cards 37:00 Carson Kelly's grade 47:00 Miguel Amaya's grade 53:08 Reese McGuire's grade 57:00 Stuck With Me An ALLCITY Network Production

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Pete Alonso, Kyle Schwarber, Alec Bregman, Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger, or Euguenio Suarez; which hitters are MOST likely to sign with the Cubs this offseason? Dylan Cease, Framber Valdez, Ranger Suarez, or Zac Gallen; which pitchers are MOST likely to sign? The CHGO Cubs crew RANKS the options on a scale from likely to unlikely this offseason. Plus, Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopolous, and Justin Roman discuss the amazing Game 3 between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays. An ALLCITY Network Production Timestamps 0:00 Show Start 1:20 Game 3 Reaction 17:00 World Series Draft Review 22:00 Do the Cubs' have an Ohtani? 35:00 Likely or Unlikely: Free Agent Hitters 50:00 Likely or Unlikely: Free Agent Pitchers

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Grades are in! Did Jed Hoyer do enough in 2025 to set the Cubs up for success? Was Hoyer aggressive enough at the Trade Deadline? Was trading for Kyle Tucker a smart move? An ALLCITY Network Production TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Show Start 2:00 Cease to Cubs? 17:00 Harper a trade candidate? 30:00 Jed Hoyer's report card 40:00 Hoyer's grade on roster construction 47:00 Hoyer's grade on deadline 53:00 Hoyer's grade on bullpen

Chicago Cubs President Jed Hoyer suggested that the first half and second half differences are not an anomaly. Corey and Brendan contrast those differences -- and why the Cubs front office may be think this way on today's CHGO Cubs Related Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Jed Hoyer spoke after the season about Shota Imanaga's future in Chicago. Will the Cubs' pick up the option to keep Shota? Or does Jed see a better way to spend the $20m due to Shota in 2026? Plus, the San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Angels hired new managers! Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopolous as they discuss the day's news. An ALLCITY Network Production

Pete Crow-Armstrong, Nico Hoerner, and Kyle Tucker were all named finalists for National Silver Slugger at their respective positions. HOWEVER, one notable name was left off the nominations at 1B. Michael Busch was snubbed for Pete Alonso, Freddie Freeman, and Matt Olson. Was Busch a Top 3 offensive 1B in the National League in 2025? Plus, Tarik Skubal and the Detroit Tigers can’t come to terms on a deal? Should the Cubs put all their eggs in the Skubal basket? Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopolous, and Jordan Bernfield as they discuss! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs The World Series is set! The Los Angeles Dodgers will take on the Toronto Blue Jays. Who will WIN? Plus, Dave Dombrowski made some interesting comments about Bryce Harper. Should the Cubs’ entertain a Harper trade? Finally, Cade Horton ended the season looking like an ace. Can Cubs’ fans expect that from Horton in 2026 after his rib injury? Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopolous, and Justin Roman as they discuss! An ALLCITY Network Production

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs The Dodgers have advanced to the 2025 World Series after Shohei Ohtani's legendary performance in Game 4 of the NLCS. After the Dodgers advanced, Jon Heyman reported that the Dodgers are "expected to pursue" Kyle Tucker in free agency. Are the Dodgers ruining baseball or are other owners not playing ball enough? Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopolous, and Jordan Bernfield as they discuss the possibility of Tucker going to LA. An ALLCITY Network Production

The Chicago Cubs fell short of their 2025 goals, losing Game 5 of the NLDS to the Milwaukee Brewers, and now all eyes are on Jed Hoyer to build a stronger roster for 2026. In this episode of CHGO Cubs Related, hosts Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller break down what went wrong this season — from roster construction to late-season struggles — and what must change this winter. Could Kyle Tucker be part of the Cubs’ 2026 plans alongside Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson, Matt Shaw, Michael Busch, and Nico Hoerner? Tune in for an in-depth offseason preview and analysis of what’s next for the Chicago Cubs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs How will the Cubs spend their money in 2026? Is bringing back Kyle Tucker actually an option?! Would the Cubs think about reuniting with Cody Bellinger? The CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopolous as they debate! Plus, the crew reacts to more Jed Hoyer's comments from yesterday. 0:00 Show start 1:20 Update on Kevin Alcantara 7:00 Stars leading teams in NLCS/ALCS 19:00 How can Cubs address pitching? 32:00 Bregman or Bellinger? Who is a better fit. 49:00 Do you want a Cubs reunion with Schwarber? An ALLCITY Network Production

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs It’s the annual State of the Cubs Address. Chicago Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer talks after the Cubs season ends in the NLDS. Hoyer lays out the plan of the offseason and offeres his opinion on the Cubs offense, Kyle Tucker’s free agency, a decision on Shota Imanaga and more. Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopolous chop it up and hang with the diehards on the CHGO Cubs Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Will Shota Imanaga's 2026 option be picked up? How do the Cubs replace Kyle Tucker? Should the Cubs bring back Caleb Thielbar, Brad Keller, Colin Rea, or Drew Pomeranz? Is Ian Happ declining? Can Matthew Boyd repeat his 2025 season? How will Justin Steele bounce back from injury? The CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopolous, and Justin Roman as they answer these HUGE questions! 0:00 Show Start 1:20 Brewers lose Game 1 10:45 Max Muncy as a Cub? 17:00 Ryan Flaherty option for SD 25:00 Biggest Offseason Question 32:00 What will bullpen look like? 42:00 What do Cubs do w/ Shota? 51:20 Can Amaya stay healthy? 54:00 When will Steele return? 56:20 Hoyer speaks tomorrow An ALLCITY Network Production

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs After winning the NLDS, the Milwaukee Brewers celebrated on the field with an "L" Flag. Is this just part of a rivalry or do the Brewers acting like a little brother? After, the CHGO Cubs crew gives "Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down" to Cubs player's seasons. Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopolous as they discuss@ An ALLCITY Network Production 0:00 SHOW START 1:20 Brewers Fly the L 5:00 Thumbs up or down on season 17:00 Thumbs up or down on Counsell 32:00 Kyle Tucker is gone 47:00 Which Cubs surprised you most in 2025? 1:00:00 CHGO Sports hits 90K Subscribers

The Chicago Cubs’ 2025 postseason ends in heartbreak as the Milwaukee Brewers eliminate them in NLDS Game 5. Despite strong performances from Seiya Suzuki, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Dansby Swanson, the Cubs’ offense couldn’t overcome Milwaukee’s clutch hitting. With the win, the Brewers advance to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS. Join the CHGO Cubs crew — Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, and Justin Roman — as they break down the loss, key moments, and what’s next for Chicago. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.