Unwritten Rules Iowa Cubs

This week we're joined by former MLB umpire, Kyle McCrady. McCrady gives us his thoughts on the electronic strike zone, some of his best ejection stories, and what it takes to become a Major League umpire. Media Relations Manager, Colin Connolly hosts.

These two have seen it all. From bus trips and hotel stays to equipment issues and long days at the ballpark. Alex Cohen brings back John Rodgers to relive some of their most interesting tales from the road. Cohen and Rodgers discuss what happens when things don't go as planned, some of the favorite people they've met, and what it's like seeing players with next-level talent.

No team or event is complete without a logo. Listen in as we're joined by Dan Simon of Simon Studios. Simon has designed logos for Super Bowls, All-Star Games, and countless teams throughout the sports world. He's also the man behind both our new character, cap logo released this year, and our logo for the Iowa Caucuses identity. Simon goes into how he got started in the business, how it feels seeing his work out in public, and how it was to transition into the digital age as a designer. Randy Wehofer hosts.

Hit or an error? This week we're joined by Official Scorer, James Hilchen. He's has been scoring games since 2008 and has made plenty of those decisions. Hilchen goes into the thought process during close calls, some of the best plays he's seen, and exchanges he's had with different managers and players. Hilchen also discusses his work with the stadium review site, Stadium Journey. Media Relations Manager, Colin Connolly hosts.

Former Iowa Cubs infielder Andrew Romine joins us this week on Unwritten Rules. Romine dives into some of his favorite memories, including his call up to the majors, getting to walk around MLB locker rooms as a young kid, and his time in Des Moines. Romine also recalls the time he pitched in an MLB game with his brother, Austin catching. Alex Cohen and Colin Connolly host.  

Jeff Tilley is back, and he brings in some of his stadium operations staff to give us more stories from behind the scenes at Principal Park. 2021 saw the Iowa Cubs host multiple non-baseball events like Nitro Circus and an Old Dominion concert. What did it take to transform the stadium from baseball to country music, to high-flying stunts? Listen along with Tilley, Andrew Quillin, and Josh Stephens as they get knee-deep in the details of the transformation. Assistant GM, Randy Wehofer hosts.