CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast

CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast

Hey! Hey! The CHGO Cubs Podcast is your go-to show for everything Chicago Cubs. Join hosts Luke Stuckmeyer, Kevin Wells, and Joey Christopoulos throughout the week, with insider reporting from Jared Wyllys at Wrigley Field. Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller bring you weekly Cubs recaps with a deep focus on analytics. Whether it’s daily coverage, postgame reaction, or behind-the-scenes stories from the North Side, CHGO Cubs keeps fans connected to their team all season long.

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November 26, 2025 60 mins
Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Cubs fans are hungry after a taste of the Postseason in 2025. How can the Cubs bolster their chances for seconds in 2026? Cubs fans seem to have their eyes on Kyle Schwarber. Will he be a part of the Cubs’ lineup in 2026? Plus, a Thanksgiving Draft! Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos as they celebrate Cubs-Giving! 0:00 ...
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The CHGO Cubs Podcast breaks down whether Matthew Boyd passed or failed in his latest outing and what it means for the Cubs’ pitching plans in 2025. Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos dive into Boyd’s performance, his role moving forward, and how his grade could influence the Cubs’ offseason decisions. They analyze key trends, depth chart concerns, and where Chicago might look for pitching help. Stay tuned for full Cubs analysi...

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Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Pete Crow-Armstrong broke OUT in the first half of 2025. While his play slowed in the 2nd half and Postseason, should the Cubs extend PCA? What would an extension look like? Plus, the CHGO Cubs crew hands out their report cards for Crow-Armstrong's 2025 season. Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos as they discuss PCA and the Cubs' latest sign...
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Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller break down how Shota Imanaga’s qualifying offer acceptance reshapes the Chicago Cubs’ offseason strategy and payroll flexibility. The CHGO Related Podcast dives into how this decision affects the Cubs’ free agency plans, trade targets, and overall spending approach heading into a crucial winter. What does this mean for potential roster additions, internal budget choices, and Chicago’s long-term com...

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Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Are the Cubs in a spot where they need to trade one of their top prospects to improve the 2026 team? What would Moisés Ballesteros or Owen Caissie fetch in a trade? Could the Cubs find their potential ace? Plus, Daniel Palencia's report card is in! Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos as they discuss! An ALLCITY Network P...
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The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down Kyle Tucker’s first season with the Chicago Cubs and delivers an honest grade on his performance. Did Tucker live up to the hype after arriving in Chicago, or are there still questions about his long-term impact? Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos dive into the numbers, key moments, and where Tucker fits into the Cubs’ future plans. Join the CHGO Cubs Podcast for full analysis, stats, and reaction...

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On today's show, Shota Imanaga is officially returning to the Cubs, accepting his $22M qualifying offer. So what better time than to hand out our grades for Shota this season. Did he pitch his way out of Chicago by season's end or were the underlying metrics better than meet's the eye and what can the Cubs expect from Shota in 2026? Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Justin as they break it down! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...
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Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs MLB Network's Dan Plesac joins to talk Chicago Cubs! Does Dan think Cade Horton has Ace Stuff? Is Pete Crow-Armstrong a future superstar? Which free agent arm would fit best with the Cubs? What is Kyle Hendricks' legacy as a Cub? Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Justin Roman as they chat with Plesac about the North Siders. 0:00 Show Sta...
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The GM meetings wrap up Thursday, qualifying offer decisions are due next week, and the MLB offseason prepares to kick into full gear. Jed Hoyer told reporters in Las Vegas that the team is on the search for pitching. Will that be Tatsuya Imai, Framber Valdez, Dylan Cease, or a four sinister option! On this episode of the CHGO Cubs Related podcast, Corey and Jared take a look at all the rumors around Jed Hoyer’s offseason plans to ...
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Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Jed Hoyer spoke recently at the GM Meetings in Las Vegas and addressed the Cubs' want to sign pitchers in the free agent market this offseason. Does that mean the Cubs are going after an ace like Dylan Cease? Exploring the foreign market and signing Tatsuya Imai? Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Justin Roman as they discuss! An ALLCITY ...
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Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Craig Counsell's Cubs improved in his second year as Manager, but he finished outside of the Top 3 for National League Manager of the Year voting. Has Counsell been worth his massive contract or should the money have been spent on the field? Plus, Jed Hoyer spoke at the GM Meeting yesterday. Hear his thoughts on the possibility of Shota reunion. Joi...
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Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Last night, the Baseball Writers’ Association of America revealed their ballots for American League and National League Rookie of the Years Awards. Both races seemed to have a clear winner before last night. Athletics’ rookie, Nick Kurtz won the AL Rookie of the Year unanimously. In a shock, Atlanta Braves’ rookie catcher, Drake Baldwin won the NL R...
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Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs In 2025, Ian Happ won his FOURTH career Gold Glove. However, he stills draws the ire of some Cubs fans for his offensive performance. Is the criticism fair of Happ? Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopolous as they hand out their 2025 report card for Ian Happ. 0:00 Show start 1:20 Stories from the UP 6:20 PCA snubbed for Plati...
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The Chicago Cubs have officially extended a Qualifying Offer to pitcher Shota Imanaga as MLB free agency gets underway. What does this mean for the Cubs’ offseason plans, and will Imanaga accept or hit the open market? The Cubs also extended a qualifying offer to Kyle Tucker, signaling the start of a busy winter. Join CHGO Cubs Related hosts Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller as they break down what’s next for Jed Hoyer and the Cubs...

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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 Hort...

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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 📬 C...
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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 N...
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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 a...
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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...
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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 Netwo...
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