Bleacher Bunch Network: A Chicago Cubs Podcast

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Bleacher Bunch Network: A Chicago Cubs Podcast

For fans of the Chicago Cubs.

  1. Bleacher Bunch #13: Domestic Opening Day Special

    7H AGO

    Bleacher Bunch #13: Domestic Opening Day Special

    The Bleacher Bunch Crew teams up for a pre-game preview of the Cubs and Diamondbacks game, series and overall Cubs season. Early and Ad-Free listening plus exclusive content when you subscribe. Http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 22m
  2. CubsPS+ #106: Cubs Baseball is Back...Again!

    14H AGO

    CubsPS+ #106: Cubs Baseball is Back...Again!

    Episode Summary: I’m back after a few hectic weeks, and with Opening Day (for most of MLB) here, it felt like the perfect time to drop a season preview episode! This one’s a little shorter, but I wanted to break down the Cubs’ final 26-man roster, talk through what went right and wrong this offseason, and give you my predictions for 2025. I also dive into how I’m approaching this season personally—falling back in love with baseball after a stressful winter, enjoying the game wherever I can find it, and just appreciating the ride. Cubs, college ball, high school, youth leagues—I’m all in. Let’s talk expectations, roster surprises, and whether this team has what it takes to win the division and make a deep postseason run. ⚾️ What I Cover in This Episode: 🔹 Final 26-Man Roster Breakdown Ben Brown named 5th starter Matthew Boyd & Brad Keller win rotation and bullpen spots Ryan Brasier and Tyson Miller to the IL, Vidal Brujan and Keegan Thompson off the roster Gage Workman makes the team via Rule 5, beats out Brujan 🔹 Rotation Outlook Steele, Shōta, Taillon, Boyd, Brown Upside in Boyd & Brown, but can they stay healthy? Depth from Wicks, Assad, and Horton could prove crucial Why I expect Shōta to regress slightly but still be effective 🔹 Bullpen Depth Is a Strength Presley, Merriweather, Hodge, Morgan, Pearson, Teelbar, Keller, Ray Merriweather looks sharp again Cubs have tons of “big guy, throws hard” arms in Iowa ready to rotate in 🔹 Lineup & Bench: Better Than 2024? Tucker > Bellinger (a clear upgrade) Swanson & Nico healthy again = huge boost Shaw at 3B will have growing pains, but the tools are there Bench of Turner, Birdi, Workman, and Kelly gives Craig Counsell flexibility Cubs have more options than they’ve had in years 🔹 The Cody Poteet DFA: A Curious Move Cubs basically dumped Bellinger’s contract for Poteet… and now he’s gone Shows the value they see in Brad Keller 📈 Season Preview & Predictions Cubs win 91 games and take the NL Central crown Brewers (86 wins) and Reds (85) keep it close Cubs’ depth & financial flexibility will let them improve at the deadline If they need an arm? Think Sandy Alcántara-type trade April is a gauntlet, but May gets easier 🧢 Personal Goals for 2025 Watch the Cubs as much as I can—but also Appreciate baseball at every level: MLB, college, high school, youth This is my reset year. I’m in it for the love of the game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    38 min
  3. Bricsks Behind the Ivy | S2 E11 | St. Louis Cardinals | NL Central 2025 Preview

    2D AGO

    Bricsks Behind the Ivy | S2 E11 | St. Louis Cardinals | NL Central 2025 Preview

    Bricks Behind the Ivy – Cardinals Season Preview ⚾🔥 It’s time to break down the Cubs’ biggest rival – the St. Louis Cardinals! In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we analyze what’s ahead for the Redbirds in 2025. 🔹 Topics Covered: ✅ Key offseason moves and roster changes ✅ Strengths, weaknesses, and X-factors for the season ✅ How the Cardinals stack up against the Cubs ✅ Predictions for the NL Central race Will St. Louis bounce back this season, or are they set for another disappointing year? We’ve got all the insights you need! 🎧 Subscribe and join the conversation! #Cubs #Cardinals #MLB #BricksBehindTheIvy #NLCentral 🎥 Subscribe to your YouTube Channel -https://www.youtube.com/@bleacher_bunch_network 🏟️Looking for Bricks Behind the Ivy? ⚾️ Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/bbti_pod ⚾️Follow Us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bricks_behind_the_ivy ⚾️Follow Candidcubs on Twitter - https://twitter.com/candidcubs ⚾️Follow BBTI on Blue Sky! - https://bsky.app/profile/bbti-pod.bsky.social 🏟️Looking for Bleacher Bunch? ⚾️ Follow us on Twitter - https://x.com/Bleacher_Bunch ⚾️Follow Us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bleacher_bunch/ ⚾️Follow on Blue Sky! - https://bsky.app/profile/bleacherbunch.bsky.social ⚾️Join our ad-free Patreon! - https://patreon.com/bleacherbunch ⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎ Welcome to the BBTI Family, Yaggy Road Roasting Company! Started by three college friends at Valparaiso University, Yaggy Road Roasting Company is a specialty boutique coffee roaster centered on ethically sourcing and meticulously roasting some of the most special coffees in the world. A lot of life’s most special moments happen over coffee, which is why Yaggy Road ensures that the coffee in your mug is as special as the moment you are experiencing. Order your Coffee Here! - https://www.yaggyroad.com/?ref=BricksBehindTheIvy ⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎ Buy all of your Cubs memorabilia from Wrigleyville Sports! Use code "IVY10" at checkout for 10% off! Shop here today! - https://www.wrigleyvillesports.com/ ⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎⚾︎ #chicagocubspodcast #chicagocubspodcastyoutube #chicagocubs #BricksBehindTheIvy #bleacherbunch #CubsFanContent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    34 min
  4. Bricks Behind the Ivy | S2 E9 | Live and Uncut!

    4D AGO

    Bricks Behind the Ivy | S2 E9 | Live and Uncut!

    Join us for a live and uncut episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy! 🎙️⚾ We break down the latest Chicago Cubs news, discuss the team’s future, and bring you exclusive insights from Cubs insiders. 🔹 Special Segments in This Episode: ✔️ Deep Thoughts with Harry Caray – The legendary voice of the Cubs stops by! ✔️ Firehouse Cubs Talk – Pat Eriksen joins us live from the firehouse for a unique perspective on the Cubs. ✔️ Live fan Q&A & unfiltered Cubs discussion 🎧 Subscribe for more Cubs talk! Made by Cubs fans, for Cubs fans! #Cubs #BricksBehindTheIvy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
  5. Son Ranto 1028: Breakfast Sushi

    6D AGO

    Son Ranto 1028: Breakfast Sushi

    From trees stumps, to mom porn to the B-Clock, the Son Ranto Show is somehow a Cubs podcast.   Early and ad free access when you support the Bleacher Bunch for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 29m

  6. MAR 21

    Bleacher Bunch #12: Live From Japan

    Bleacher Jeff joins the show and then another Jeff, of the Ragauskis variety, joins from Bricks Behind the Ivy. Finally, Jonah from Metropolitan Tenants Organization joins to talk about Just Cause and being in High School when the Cubs won the World Series. Join us for exclusive content! http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 44m
  7. Bricks Behind the Ivy | Cubs 2025 Season Preview with Cole Wright | S2 E8

    MAR 18

    Bricks Behind the Ivy | Cubs 2025 Season Preview with Cole Wright | S2 E8

    🚨 Chicago Cubs 2025 Season Preview | Special Guest: Cole Wright (Marquee Network) 🚨 The wait is over, Cubs fans! ⚾ In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we wrap up our NL Central Preview by focusing on the most important team—your Chicago Cubs! 🐻💙 Joining us is Marquee Network’s Cole Wright, as we break down: ✅ The Cubs’ 2025 season outlook 🔍 ✅ Japan Series excitement & early season impact 🇯🇵 ✅ Key players to watch & roster expectations 👀 ✅ How the Cubs stack up in the NL Central 🏆 By the time you’re watching this, the Cubs will have already played in Japan—but there’s a long road ahead! Get expert analysis, bold predictions, and all the latest Cubs insights. 💬 Drop your predictions in the comments! Will the Cubs take the division? 🔔 Subscribe to The Bleacher Bunch for more Cubs content: [Insert Channel Link] 📢 Follow us on social: [Insert Social Links] #ChicagoCubs #BricksBehindTheIvy #MLB #CubsBaseball #ColeWright #CubsSeasonPreview #GoCubsGo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    55 min

  8. MAR 17

    CCB #228: Cubs Baseball Eve

    Sara Sanchez and Danny Rockett discuss all things Cubs in Japan. Early and Ad Free CCB when you subscribe at http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 7m
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