Chicago Cubs Central Podcast

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Welcome to Chicago Cubs Central– the ultimate destination for Chicago Cubs fans! Whether you're a lifelong supporter or new to the Cubs Nation, our channel is packed with everything you need to stay up-to-date on the latest Cubs news, game highlights, player analysis, and more! From in-depth breakdowns of the Chicago Cubs roster to exclusive game recaps and predictions for the 2025 season, we’ve got you covered. Join us as we dive into everything from Cubs fan reactions, trade rumors, and memorable moments at Wrigley Field to exclusive interviews and top plays.

  1. 1d ago

    Pete Crow-Armstrong Is CHASING CUBS HISTORY… Is This the GREATEST Season EVER?

    Pete Crow-Armstrong isn't just having a breakout season — PCA is putting together one of the most incredible individual seasons in Chicago Cubs history.With 40+ home runs, 35+ stolen bases, over 100 RBI, a near-1.000 OPS and elite defense in center field, Crow-Armstrong has put himself directly into the National League MVP conversation.But here's the bigger question:Where does PCA's 2026 season rank among the greatest seasons we've ever seen from a Cub?In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, we're putting Pete Crow-Armstrong head-to-head with some of the biggest legends in franchise history:🔵 Rogers Hornsby🔴 Sammy Sosa🔵 Ernie Banks🔴 Ryne Sandberg🔵 Ron Santo🔴 Billy Williams🔵 And more Cubs legendsWe'll break down PCA's numbers, WAR, power, speed, defense and overall production and compare them with the greatest individual seasons in Cubs history.And if PCA wins the National League MVP, what does that mean for his place in Cubs folklore?Does one MVP season put PCA in the same historical conversation as Ryne Sandberg and Sammy Sosa?Could 2026 ultimately become the greatest individual season in Cubs history?We're breaking it all down.Subscribe to Chicago Cubs Central for Cubs analysis, news, reactions and debates all season long!#ChicagoCubs #Cubs #PeteCrowArmstrong #PCA #CubsCentral #MLB #NL​​MVP #GoCubs

  2. 4d ago

    JACOB WEBB IS BROKEN?! 😱 What Happened to the Cubs Bullpen?

    Jacob Webb has gone from one of the Cubs' most reliable bullpen arms to one of their biggest question marks. 🚨 After another brutal outing against the Atlanta Braves, it's time to ask the question Cubs fans are thinking: Webb had a 24-game scoreless streak and posted a 2.84 ERA over 38 innings from May 20 through August 21. Since August 22? 11 earned runs in roughly 5⅓ innings.18.56 ERA.And multiple devastating home runs in high-leverage situations. Tonight against Atlanta, Webb surrendered Ozzie Albies' go-ahead two-run homer, turning a Cubs lead into another bullpen nightmare. In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, we break down: 🔥 Jacob Webb's incredible run earlier this season📉 The dramatic statistical collapse since August 22💣 His recent home-run problem🎯 Whether his pitch location and pitch mix have changed🩹 Whether his forearm injury could be a factor🧠 What Webb and Craig Counsell have said about the struggles⚾ Whether the Cubs should continue trusting him in high-leverage situations🔧 And most importantly… CAN JACOB WEBB BE FIXED BEFORE OCTOBER?! The Cubs don't have much time to figure this out. Is Webb just going through a terrible stretch, or is something fundamentally wrong with his pitching right now? 👇 LET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS:Do you still trust Jacob Webb in a big game? LIKE 👍 | COMMENT 💬 | SUBSCRIBE 🔔 #ChicagoCubs #Cubs #JacobWebb #CubsBullpen #CubsBaseball #ChicagoCubsCentral #MLB #CubsFans #GoCubs WHAT HAPPENED TO JACOB WEBB?!

  3. 6d ago

    EDWARD CABRERA IS BACK! 😳 Cubs' NEW Bullpen Weapon Could CHANGE Everything!

    Edward Cabrera is BACK with the Chicago Cubs — but there's a twist! 🐻🔥 Instead of returning to the starting rotation, Cabrera is being moved to the bullpen, and this could be a HUGE development for the Cubs as they push toward October! On this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, we break down Cabrera's 2026 season, his dominant potential, and why the Cubs believe his power arsenal could play even better in relief. ⚾ Can Cabrera become the bullpen weapon the Cubs desperately need?🔥 How will his return impact the Cubs' bullpen?📊 Cabrera's 2026 numbers and what they tell us💨 Can his elite velocity play up in short appearances?💪 Who benefits most from Cabrera joining the bullpen?🏆 Could this move become HUGE for the Cubs in October? Plus, we take a closer look at the current state of the Cubs bullpen and what Craig Counsell needs to do to get this pitching staff ready for the postseason. Is Edward Cabrera the missing piece? Let us know in the comments! 👇 #ChicagoCubs #Cubs #CubsCentral #EdwardCabrera #CubsBullpen #MLB #ChicagoBaseball #CubsNation #GoCubsGo #CraigCounsell #CubsNews #Cubs2026 #MLBPlayoffs #OctoberBaseball

  4. Sep 10

    THE CUBS BLEW IT! They Overlooked Milwaukee — Now 90 Wins Is In Jeopardy!

    The Chicago Cubs may be paying the price for overlooking the Milwaukee Brewers at the beginning of the season. Now, with the season winding down, the Cubs are still fighting to reach the 90-win mark — and questions are mounting about whether this team has what it takes to finish strong. On this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike breaks down the Cubs' early-season approach to Milwaukee, how that decision may have impacted the division race, and why the Brewers continue to be a major thorn in the Cubs' side. Mike also goes after Tommy Hottovy and explains why he believes the Cubs need to move on from him at the end of the season. Is it time for a major change on the coaching staff? Plus, we look at the Cubs' current situation, the push toward 90 wins, the biggest concerns heading into the final stretch, and what needs to change if this team wants to make a serious postseason run. 🔥 Are the Cubs running out of time?🔥 Did they make a huge mistake overlooking Milwaukee?🔥 Should Tommy Hottovy be fired?🔥 Can the Cubs still reach 90 wins? Drop your thoughts in the comments! #ChicagoCubs #Cubs #ChicagoCubsCentral #CubsCentral #MLB #CubsNation #MilwaukeeBrewers #TommyHottovy #GoCubsGo #90Wins #CubsBaseball #ChicagoSports

  5. Sep 7

    DID THE CUBS GET THE WRONG MANAGER?! 😳 Counsell vs. Murphy

    Did the Chicago Cubs get the wrong manager? 👀 Craig Counsell left Milwaukee and took over the Chicago Cubs. Pat Murphy stepped into the Brewers' dugout — and now we're asking the question Cubs fans may not want to hear: On this episode of Chi-Town Sports Plug, we break down the numbers behind the Cubs-Brewers rivalry since Counsell became Chicago's manager and Murphy took over in Milwaukee. We'll look at: 🔥 Cubs vs. Brewers head-to-head record🔥 Counsell vs. Murphy🔥 2024, 2025 & 2026 results🔥 2025 NLDS — Cubs vs. Brewers🔥 NL Central division results🔥 Who has the better winning percentage?🔥 Head-to-head run differential🔥 Has Pat Murphy actually outmanaged Craig Counsell?🔥 Why Milwaukee continues to have the Cubs' number🔥 Does Counsell deserve the blame?🔥 Are the Cubs being outplayed — or simply out-built? The Brewers just defeated the Cubs 4-3 on September 7, 2026, pushing Milwaukee to 89-56 and Chicago to 81-64, with the Brewers holding an eight-game NL Central lead. And that's what makes this debate so interesting. Counsell was supposed to be the guy who could take the Cubs to the next level. Murphy was supposed to be the replacement in Milwaukee. So why does Milwaukee continue to sit on top of the division? We're breaking down the numbers and letting YOU decide. Who has actually won the Craig Counsell vs. Pat Murphy battle?

  6. Sep 3

    CUBS BULLPEN IMPLODES! 🚨 WHO'S TO BLAME? Mike GOES OFF!

    THE CUBS HAVE A SERIOUS PROBLEM — AND MIKE IS NOT HOLDING BACK! 🚨 The Chicago Cubs are fighting for October, but there is one massive problem that could completely derail this team's postseason dreams: In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike goes OFF on the Cubs' late-inning pitching after another brutal stretch that has left Cubs fans asking the same question: WHO IS TO BLAME?! The Cubs' bullpen has a 4.03 ERA on the season, but over the last seven days that number has exploded to 7.72. That's not a small slump — that's a bullpen that is struggling at exactly the wrong time of the year. And the bigger problem? The Cubs have now blown 26 games in which they previously held a lead. The latest collapse against Milwaukee only made the situation worse. Chicago jumped out to a 3-0 lead, only to watch the bullpen give it away. Daniel Palencia, Ryan Zeferjahn, Caleb Thielbar and Tyler Ferguson were among the relievers who couldn't slam the door, with Milwaukee eventually taking the game 9-4. And Mike has QUESTIONS. 🔥 Why is this bullpen falling apart at the worst possible time? 🔥 Can Daniel Palencia be trusted in high-leverage situations? 🔥 What happened to the bullpen that was supposed to protect this team late in games? 🔥 Is Craig Counsell getting the most out of the arms he has? 🔥 Does Jed Hoyer deserve blame for the construction of this bullpen? 🔥 And most importantly — CAN THE CUBS WIN IN OCTOBER WITH THIS BULLPEN? The Cubs have too much talent and have played too well this season to allow their postseason hopes to come down to whether the bullpen can hold a lead. This isn't about one bad game. It's becoming a pattern. And with September here, Chicago doesn't have much time left to fix it. MLB itself is asking the same question: “What is going on with the Cubs' bullpen?” Mike breaks down the numbers, the individual performances, the decision-making and what the Cubs need to do NOW before this problem costs them a playoff series. Who's to blame for the bullpen problems? Jed Hoyer?Craig Counsell?The pitchers?Or ALL OF THEM? Drop your answer in the comments! And if you're a Cubs fan who is tired of watching leads disappear late... HIT THAT LIKE BUTTON, SUBSCRIBE TO CHICAGO CUBS CENTRAL, AND TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS! We're heading toward October. The Cubs don't have time for this anymore. #ChicagoCubs #Cubs #CubsCentral #ChicagoCubsNews #CubsNews #CubsTalk #CubsBaseball #MLB #MLBNews #CubsBullpen #DanielPalencia #CraigCounsell #JedHoyer #WrigleyField #ChicagoBaseball #CubsPlayoffs #CubsPostseason #GoCubsGo #CubsFans #ChicagoSports THE BULLPEN.🚨 CUBS FANS — SOUND OFF!

  7. Aug 31

    🔥 YOU CAN’T BLAME SHOTA! | Chicago Cubs Central

    The Cubs just dropped a 7-5 decision to the Cincinnati Reds on August 30, and Shōta Imanaga is going to take a LOT of the heat for it. But on Chicago Cubs Central, I’m telling you: YOU CAN’T BLAME SHOTA! Imanaga went 5 innings, allowing 8 hits, 6 runs and 3 home runs while striking out 4. Héctor Rodríguez, Dane Myers and Tyler Stephenson all took him deep as Cincinnati grabbed control of the game.  So why am I defending Shota after THAT performance?   I’m breaking down exactly what happened against Cincinnati. Why Imanaga shouldn’t be the only one taking the blame. Who REALLY deserves the criticism? Is this a Shota problem… or a MUCH BIGGER Cubs problem? And what does this mean for the Cubs heading into September? Pete Crow-Armstrong did his part with TWO home runs, including a ninth-inning blast that brought Chicago within two, but it wasn’t enough as the Reds took the series.   Was Shota Imanaga really the reason the Cubs lost? Watch the entire episode of Chicago Cubs Central and let me know in the comments: WHO IS REALLY AT FAULT?  LIKE the video SUBSCRIBE to Chicago Cubs Central COMMENT: Can you really blame Shota? #ChicagoCubs #Cubs #ShotaImanaga #CubsCentral #GoCubsGo #MLB #CubsNews #PeteCrowArmstrong #ChicagoCubsNews

  8. Aug 27

    MATT SHAW IS BACK! 🚨 Can He SAVE the Cubs Down the Stretch?! | Chicago Cubs Central

    Welcome back to Chicago Cubs Central! In this episode, Mike breaks down the return of Matt Shaw and why his timing couldn't be more important for the Cubs as they make their push toward the postseason. ⚾ MATT SHAW IS BACK! Shaw has begun his Minor League rehab assignment with the Iowa Cubs after missing time with a left-hand injury. He's already showing positive signs, including a two-hit performance during his rehab stint. But the biggest question is: 🔥 CAN MATT SHAW STEP UP AND BECOME A DIFFERENCE-MAKER FOR THE CUBS? The Cubs are dealing with injuries in the infield, including Dansby Swanson's oblique injury, which is expected to keep him out for at least four weeks. That could create an even bigger opportunity for Shaw when he returns. We'll talk about: ✅ Matt Shaw's return✅ What Shaw can bring offensively✅ His defensive versatility✅ Where Craig Counsell could play him✅ Shaw vs. Pedro Ramírez for playing time✅ How Shaw could help replace some of the production lost to injuries✅ Why his return could be HUGE for the Cubs' postseason push Shaw's 2026 MLB numbers currently sit at .246 with 4 HR and 20 RBI, and his versatility gives the Cubs another option around the infield as they navigate the final stretch of the season. The Cubs don't need Matt Shaw to be a superstar. They need him to be healthy, productive and ready to contribute. Could Shaw be one of the biggest X-factors for the Cubs down the stretch? 🔥 MIKE HAS THE ANSWER ON THIS EPISODE OF CHICAGO CUBS CENTRAL! 👇 CUBS FANS — WHAT DO YOU THINK? Where should Matt Shaw play when he returns? Should he be in the everyday lineup? Can Shaw help the Cubs make a deep postseason run? DROP YOUR TAKE IN THE COMMENTS! 👍 LIKE💬 COMMENT🔔 SUBSCRIBE📲 SHARE WITH A CUBS FAN #ChicagoCubs #Cubs #MattShaw #CubsNews #CubsBaseball #ChicagoCubsCentral #Cubs2026 #MLB #MLBNews #CraigCounsell #DansbySwanson #PedroRamirez

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Welcome to Chicago Cubs Central– the ultimate destination for Chicago Cubs fans! Whether you're a lifelong supporter or new to the Cubs Nation, our channel is packed with everything you need to stay up-to-date on the latest Cubs news, game highlights, player analysis, and more! From in-depth breakdowns of the Chicago Cubs roster to exclusive game recaps and predictions for the 2025 season, we’ve got you covered. Join us as we dive into everything from Cubs fan reactions, trade rumors, and memorable moments at Wrigley Field to exclusive interviews and top plays.

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  • Creator
    Chicago Cubs central
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    397
  • Rating
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