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Episode I: A Check-In from the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.858902
The new rendition of the Cubbies Crib podcast kicks off with a check-in on the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings. Senior site editor Jake Misener is joined by co-hosts Taylor Mathis and Justin ...
ListenEpisode II: The Ice-Cold Stove Has Us All Freezing To Death from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.853776
The new rendition of the Cubbies Crib podcast kicks off with a check-in on the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings. Senior site editor Jake Misener is joined by co-host Taylor Mathis and staff wr...
ListenEpisode III: Revenge of the Anxious, Stressed Free Agent Class from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.847180
Co-hosts Jake Misener and Taylor Mathis host the Cubbies Crib podcast, breaking down the latest in Major League Baseball, rumors and rumblings surrounding the Chicago Cubs and lots of other topics ...
ListenEpisode IV: A New Hope That Someday, Yu Darvish Will Sign from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.789239
In the latest episode of the Cubbies Crib podcast, co-hosts Jake Misener and Alex Patt have a lot to talk about - despite not a lot happening since last week. The ongoing Yu Darvish sweepstakes con...
ListenEpisode V: The Cubs Strike Back, Sign Yu Darvish&Complete Their Offseason from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.777616
A special episode of Climbing the Ivy, the official Cubbies Crib podcast hits the airwaves in celebration of the first marquee free agent signing of the offseason. The Chicago Cubs reportedly agree...
ListenEpisode VI: Return of the Baseball as Spring Training Opens Up from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.772328
For the second time in less than a week, Climbing the Ivy, the official Cubbies Crib podcast, is on the air. This time, we celebrate as teams across Major League Baseball report to their respective...
ListenEpisode VII: The Willson Awakens as the Chicago Cubs near their Spring opener from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.766652
Climbing the Ivy, the official Cubbies Crib podcast, is on the air. This week, we get ready for the start of Cactus and Grapefruit League action by breaking down the latest Spring Training news. Se...
ListenEpisode VIII: The Last Ace - Jake Arrieta Still Unsigned as Yu Darvish Debuts from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.761401
Climbing the Ivy, the official Cubbies Crib podcast returns to talk Spring Training, a Yu Darvish debut and the continued waiting game on the part of Jake Arrieta. Along with Arrieta, Lance Lynn an...
ListenEpisode IX: Good luck Jake Arrieta - MiLB implementing new rules and more! from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.755425
Hosts Alex and Adam will be discussing former Cub Jake Arrieta's deal with the Phillies. Does the addition of Arrieta make the Phillies competitive now? Is this the best place for him to be? Al...
ListenEpisode 10: One More Week!, Entering homestretch of Spring, Grimm gone and more from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.737338
The Chicago Cubs are entering the homestretch of Spring Training as the season opener in Miami inches closer. Veteran pitcher Justin Grimm was released last week and was picked up by the Royals. Th...
ListenEpisode 11: Your 2018 Chicago Cubs have arrived! from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.690279
Happy Opening Day Eve! The Chicago Cubs will begin their quest for the 2018 World Series in Miami tomorrow. How will the Cubs do this season? Has the leadoff situation been solved with Ian Happ? Ho...
ListenEpisode 12: Cubs Opening Week from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.686600
The Chicago Cubs started their 2018 season in Miami and Cincinnati. While it did not go exactly how many fans expected, it is WAY too early to hit the panic button. The opening two series of the se...
ListenEpisode 13: Taking Milwaukee - Heading back to Wrigley from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.679465
The Chicago Cubs took on the division rival Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park before coming home to Wrigley Field. A 3-1 series win in Milwaukee eased the minds of many fans, but still featured some...
ListenEpisode 14: Chicago Cubs vs. Mother Nature - A comeback for the ages from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.668710
The Chicago Cubs finally returned to Wrigley Field last week to begin the first home stand of the season. Mother Nature was not very kind as several games had to be postponed. Alex and Adam along w...
ListenEpisode 15: The great"Al-Mago"-- An emotional return to Cleveland from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.664811
Joe Maddon made some changes to his lineup near the end of the home stand by placing Albert Almora Jr. and Javier Baez at the top of the order. They immediately made the move pay off as they put on...
ListenEpisode 16: A successful home stand - Sammy Sosa speaks from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.657229
The Chicago Cubs took on the Milwaukee Brewers and Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field and had a winning home stand. Pitching was the main source of succes especially against Milwaukee. The offense h...
ListenEpisode 17: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly -- Machado? -- Kerry Wood's 20K game from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.653347
The past week for the Chicago Cubs went from winning five in a row, to losing five in a row. Getting swept by the rival St. Louis Cardinals in gut-wrenching fashion may have been one of, if not ...
ListenEpisode 18: More Cubs/Machado Rumors - Walks, Walks, Walk, from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.648112
Manny Machado has been a hot topic in Chicago recently. Both the Cubs and White Sox have been linked to the Orioles All Star infielder as he may be traded this season before hitting free agency in ...
ListenEpisode 19: Rizzo's Slide Controversy -- Chasing First Place from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.644155
A lot of people are talking about Anthony Rizzo’s slide into home Monday afternoon. We will break it down and discuss the rules regarding the slide. Also talking about the Cubs position in the NL c...
ListenEpisode 20: A Successful Trip -- Jake Arrieta's Return to Wrigley from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.640458
The Chicago Cubs returned from a road trip in Pittsburgh and New York where they went 6-1. Now the team faces a tough June ahead as they face off with the Phillies, Brewers and Cardinals in the com...
ListenEpisode 21: Cubbies Say J-Hey! -- Going head-to-head with NL Central Rivals from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.636798
The Chicago Cubs have been on a role lately, even when they are not really dominating opponents. Though many recent games have been close, the Cubs have been getting what is most important, wins. T...
ListenEpisode 22: The Offensive Roller Coaster -- Double Headers and Splits from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.589221
The Chicago Cubs have had a tough schedule lately, playing the Brewers, Cardinals and the red-hot Dodgers. A lot of Cubs fans are discussing the offensive inconsistency of the team the past few wee...
ListenEpisode 23: Serenity Now!! How to turn this losing streak around from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.582037
Watching Chicago Cubs baseball the past week or so has not been fun. At all. They rolled into Great American Ballpark, only to be swept by the last place Reds and their offensive woes continued in ...
ListenEpisode 24: Offensive Explosion! -- Jason Heyward's Surge from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.558408
It was just last week when there was much frustration over the Cubs, they had gotten swept by the Reds and were not doing a lot offensively. Fast forward a week, and now the everyone is talking abo...
ListenEpisode 25: Your 2018 Chicago Cubs All Stars! from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.555065
The 2018 MLB All Star game will feature three Chicago Cubs: Willson Contreras, Javier Baez and Jon Lester. Both Contreras and Baez will be starters, thanks to the many Cubs fans who went online and...
ListenEpisode 26: Chicago Cubs Second Half Incoming! from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.550883
One half of the season down, another to go. The Chicago Cubs had a memorable weekend in Washington D.C. with Kyle Schwarber’s HR Derby performance, Willson Contreras hitting a bomb in the All Star ...
ListenEpisode 27: Chicago Cubs vs. The Injury Bug from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.547426
The second half of the season has begun, and just about a week in, the Chicago Cubs have had their ups and downs. Injuries to key players have made managing the roster a bit more difficult for Joe ...
ListenEpisode 28: MLB Trade Deadline Roundtable Discussion from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.541993
The 2018 MLB deadline has passed! Join Alex Patt, Adam McGinnis, William Chase, Cody Delmendo, Matt Aung and J. Corey Francis on a roundtable adventure!
Moves have been made and the status of m...
Episode 29: Trying to find consistency -- History of August 8th from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.536321
Cubbies Crib editor Jake Misener joins Alex Patt to fill in for Adam. The Chicago Cubs start to the second half has not been terrible, but not great. Starting pitching has not been efficient as a w...
ListenEpisode 30: Rock the Bote -- Starting pitching woes from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.500113
The 2018 Chicago Cubs rollercoaster continues to go up and down. Some great wins coupled with some really awful losses as of late have been the battle for the NL Central remain tight. But hey, at l...
ListenEpisode 31: Yu Darvish injury news -- Offensive woes from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.496527
The Chicago Cubs completed a very strange series in Pittsburgh this past weekend as the pitching was good and the offense was cold. Kind of the opposite of last week's show.
Unfortunately, t...
Episode 32: September, here we come -- Offense awakens from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.494246
We are entering the final month of the MLB regular season, and the Chicago Cubs have a tough road ahead. Right now, the offense has been rejuvenated since the awful stretch it had for much of the m...
ListenEpisode 33: Cubs/Brewers rivalry -- September getting tough from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.491602
The Chicago Cubs have were on a roll heading into this week, beating the Mets and Phillies 2/3 and taking a tough makeup game in Atlanta. Those wins ended up being huge because so far their series ...
ListenEpisode 34: Tightening race, increased heart pace -- Washed in Washington? from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.487881
Stressed? Cannot blame you, the race for the NL Central crown is very tight here in September. With just a few weeks to go the Cubs are trying to fight off second-place Milwaukee, who will just not...
ListenEpisode 35: Magic Number Countdown -- More hitting woes from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.484694
The race between the Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers continues to be tight as we head into the last few weeks of the season. Cubs are counting down their magic numbers to clinch a postseason ber...
ListenEpisode 36: It all comes down to this... from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.481688
“Squad leaders, we’ve picked up a new group of signals…enemy Brewers coming your way.”
Seemed like after Sunday’s blowout win against the White Sox that the Chicago Cubs were all but set to win ...
Episode 37: On to the Wild Card Game -- Looking back at the 2018 season from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.478776
Other members of the Cubbies Crib Crew join Alex and Adam to discuss the upcoming Wild Card game at Wrigley Field Tuesday. The regular season is over and they finished with 95 wins, but lost the NL...
ListenEpisode 38: The end of the road -- Eulogy for 2018 -- What is next? from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.469941
The 2018 Chicago Cubs season is over. A disappointing end to a season that began full of promise.
What went wrong? What will happen now? How do we feel? Join Alex and Adam in their analysis of ...
Episode 39: Giving the 2018 Cubs our Final Letter Grades from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.462917
Alex and Adam go further into analyzing the 2018 Chicago Cubs season. In this episode, final grades will be givin to each player on the team (excluding random MiLB callups or guys that did not play...
ListenEpisode 40: Manny or Bryce? from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.459110
Let us let the biggest offseason debate begin:
Manny Machado or Bryce Harper?
The two biggest free agents this offseason have often been linked to the Chicago Cubs as possible targets...
Episode 41: Future of Joe Maddon Past 2019 Unclear -- World Series Thoughts from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.452147
In this week’s show, we are joined by Cubs Insider contributor and former Cubbies Crib writer William Chase. There is not much to discuss in terms of Cubs news, but there is the report saying forme...
ListenEpisode 42: Offseason Officially Begins from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.448240
The MLB offseason is officially here, and there is a long way to go before Spring Training, 2019. So what is first on the agenda, and what should be done about various Cubs free agents? We will dis...
ListenEpisode 43: Will the Cubs Spend Big Bucks? Jim Hickey Out? So Many Questions... from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.443550
There are a lot of rumors going around about whether the Cubs will spend a lot of money in free agency or not this offseason. Theo Epstein is under a lot of pressure from the fans to see the 2018 t...
ListenEpisode 44: Crazy Cubs Rumors, Crazy Cubs Thoughts from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.438876
WBBM 780 sports reporter Brad Robinson joins Alex and Adam to discuss some of the crazy rumors circling social media regarding the Chicago Cubs offseason, some of which that have no chance of happe...
ListenEpisode 40: Jim Hickey Steps Down -- Reaction from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.433352
Big news on the Chicago Cubs front, pitching coach Jim Hickey has left the organization for personal reasons. After one year as pitching coach in Chicago, he is now gone. What does this mean for th...
ListenEpisode 46: Cubs Acquire Ronald Torreyes -- Chavez Leaves from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.397334
The Chicago Cubs aqcuired Yankees infielder Ronald Torreyes for cash considerations and PTBNL. We will discuss what this can mean. Also, fans were surprised when reliever Jesse Chavez was not broug...
ListenEpisode 47: Theo's Tenders and Trades from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.393378
The Winter Meetings are approaching, and the Tender/Non-Tender Deadline has passed. Cubs have made a few moves, including trading Tommy LaStella to the Angels and non-tendering newly acquired Ronal...
ListenEpisode 48: Winter Meetings Begins -- Salary Issues? from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.390456
The Winter Meetings have begun and the Cubs have been…well, not very active so far. But there is still a way to go. Bryce Harper rumors are flying around like crazy and there are so many reports of...
ListenEpisode 49: Interview with Expanded Roster's Kelly Wallace -- Descalso Signs from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.386984
Alex and Adam have a special interview with Kelly Wallace of "Expanded Roster" on this edition of Climbing the Ivy. Wallace interviewed Melisa Reidy, ex-wife of Cubs SS Addison Russell. Her...
ListenEpisode 50: Happy New Year Cubs fans! -- Wrigley Field updates from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.383640
It is officially 2019 and pitchers/catchers will be reporting before we know it. Some small moves have been made around baseball over the holidays, but no much...especially not the Cubs. We will gi...
ListenEpisode 51: Money, where art thou? -- Bullpen Fixing from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.376417
Brad Robinson of WBBM 780 joins the Cubbies Crib crew to talk about the latest Cubs offseason news.
As the offseason rolls on, and so do the concerns over the Cubs budget. More and more rep...
Episode 52: Cubs Convention Coming -- Tom Ricketts Speaks from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.371777
The Chicago Cubs are ready for their annual fan convention this coming weekend, and there is a lot of frustration among fans. Chairman Tom Ricketts and his family will not be in attendance to answe...
ListenEpisode 53: Cubs Con wraps up -- Hall of Fame, 2019 from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.368323
Things on the Chicago Cubs front are overall quiet still…or, one could say, pretty boring…
Cubs Con wrapped up last week and players will be reporting to camp in a few weeks. We also discuss...
Episode 54:"Chibera"Cubs Fans Wait For Spring from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.365189
What was colder this week? The Hot Stove or Chicago? Well, probably Chicago. At least the Cubs did make some moves building some bullpen depth with a few free agent signings. We also pay a little t...
ListenEpisode 55: Interview with baseball author Doug Wilson -- DH Rule Proposal from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.363044
On a special episode of "Climbing the Ivy" we interview author Doug Wilson, who wrote the upcoming book "Let's Play Two: The Life and Times of Ernie Banks". Our guest shares ama...
ListenEpisode 56: Pitchers and Catchers Report! -- New Broadcast Deal from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.360340
Chicago Cubs pitchers and catchers have reported, baseball is back! While players are working out, the front office addresses the media formally for the first time during the 2019 season. Also, the...
ListenEpisode 57: PECOTA Who?! No Money WHAT!? -- Machado Signs from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.358213
Chicago Cubs players are all at camp (most of them anyway) and are getting ready for their first Cactus League action. They will not let PECOTA projections get in their way!
Chairman Tom Rickett...
Episode 58: Cactus League Play Underway -- Feisty Kris Bryant from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.355648
Cubs have begun 2019 Cactus League play. Alex, Adam and Cody discuss the progress of Yu Darvish, Jon Lester's approach to the season and Kris Bryant. Speaking of him, what is his future with th...
ListenEpisode 59: Cactus League Crushers --"Cubs of Old" from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.352122
So far so good for many key Chicago Cubs players in Cactus League play. The likes of Yu Darvish, Kris Bryant, Mark Zagunis and Kyle Schwarber are off to very good starts. We discuss them and others...
ListenEpisode 60: Bullpen Worries -- Kimbrel Time? from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.292505
The Chicago Cubs have seen a lot of good things this spring training...however there are concerns about the bullpen. Injuries have the several guys sidelined and many wonder how the pen will look o...
ListenEpisode 61: MLB Extensions Galore -- Obscure Cubs Memories from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.290215
MLB is saying goodbye to a legend and hello to numerous contract extensions. How do some of these extensions affect the Chicago Cubs going forward?
Also, we talk about some former Cubs that you...
Episode 62: Your 2019 Chicago Cubs Have Arrived! -- Hendricks Extended from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.287347
Join Alex and Adam as they preview the 2019 Chicago Cubs season! Starters, Relievers and Position Players are all broken down in detail. They also discuss the extension of Kyle Hendricks, the demot...
ListenEpisode 63: 2019 Cubs Season Begins -- The Bad, The Ugly, Some Good from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.284590
The 2019 Chicago Cubs season has begun. Unfortunately, it has not been to our liking for the most part. Alex and Adam discuss the Cubs play, other baseball events, and some popular TV shows! All of...
ListenEpisode 64: Wrigley Homecoming -- Lester Injury from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.282217
The Cubs finally said hello to Wrigley Field again, and they look to battle back from their 3-7 start. Alex and Adam have a few debates tonight on the old ballpark as well as talk about some of the...
ListenEpisode 65: Jose Quintana Domination -- Big Z is Back! from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.279106
Starting pitching pitching has looked much better for the Cubs as of late, especially the likes of Jose Quintana and Cole Hamels. Also, we welcome back Big Z to Chicago! All of this and so much mor...
ListenEpisode 66: Ending April -- Roster Questions from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.276004
Cubs are in the final week of April, and some questions arise of what will happen when Addison Russell is eligible to play again after his 40-game suspension. We also look at more of the successful...
ListenEpisode 67: Ending April Above .500 -- Bring on the Cards from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.273061
After starting 1-6, the Chicago Cubs are entering May above .500 and are ready to take on their rival St. Louis Cardinals. We discuss the upcoming series, some news and MORE!
ListenEpisode 68: Rise of Kris Bryant -- Roster Moves from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.270629
The red-hot Chicago Cubs have gotten offensive contributions from all over the lineup, especially Kris Bryant who seems to be back in form. We also address roster moves made Wednesday which include...
ListenEpisode 69: Jon Lester, Hall of Famer?? -- Cubs stay hot from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.267427
Alex and Adam discuss Jon Lester's career and what his chances are at one day having a plaque in Cooperstown, New York. The Chicago Cubs recent hot streak is also discussed as the pitching cont...
ListenEpisode 70: Bullpen Reinforcements Coming? -- LaStella's Power from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.264951
It has been a rough go for the Chicago Cubs bullpen, and talk is Theo Epstein may begin to look at the market for some help. Alex and Adam discuss possible candidates on other teams. Also, how did ...
ListenMini Episode: Bullpen Frustration from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.262580
Cubs lost a 5-4 lead in the ninth against the Reds Friday, giving another blown save to the Cubs staff. Alex lets off a little steam and talks about what to do moving forward.
ListenEpisode 71 -- A History of Theo Trades -- Frustrating Week from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.259068
Cubbies Crib site expert Jake Misener joins Alex to discuss the recent struggles of the Cubs. They also look at Theo Epstein's recent track record with trades. All of this and MORE on Climbing ...
ListenEpisode 72: Adding some CarGo to the damaged ship from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.251755
Alex is joined by Cubbies Crib writer Marty Fenn to discuss the latest Chicago Cubs news. They address the 2019 MLB draft, Kimbrel Rumors, CarGo additions and MORE!
ListenMini Episode: BREAKING Cubs got Craig Kimbrel! from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.244828
Alex hops on the show to discuss the signing of closer Craig Kimbrel. Theo Epstein catches another big fish, which was once a rarity for this franchise.
ListenEpisode 73: Kimbrel officially official! -- Schwarbs on FIRE from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.240884
Alex and Adam discuss the official signing of Craig Kimbrel, look ahead at other possible moves Theo Epstein may make, lineup situation and much MORE!
ListenEpisode 74: Crosstown Showdown -- Player Evaluations from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.192701
Its crosstown time, and the Cubs are on a bit of a skid. Alex and Adam discuss the game-winning home run from former Cubs prospect Eloy Jimenez and do a quick evaluation of the current roster. All ...
ListenEpisode 75: Adbert's debut -- Willy vs. Flowers from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.190226
The crew discusses the Cubs seeing the debut of Adbert Alzolay and what he means for the future. Also discussed is the new "feud" between Willson Contreras and Tyler Flowers, trade targets ...
ListenMini Episode: Cubs get whooped in Pittsburgh -- Time is NOW to take action from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.187411
Alex hops on the show to share his thoughts on the 18-5 drumming the Cubs that took in Pittsburgh and the current overall state of the team.
ListenEpisode 76: Will Theo right sinking ship? -- Airing of Grievances from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.184123
Alex and Adam try to make sense of what is going on with the Chicago Cubs. Is coaching to blame? Are the players unmotivated? WHAT!? Join the Cubbies Crib crew as they express their frustration.
ListenEpisode 77: All Star Break Analysis -- What are the answers? from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.181266
Alex and Adam debate about what the Cubs should do going forward. The first half was disappointing and frustrating, and the holes were clear. Discussions, debates and analysis all on this episode o...
ListenEpisode 78: Second Half Surge -- Deadline Approaching from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.178739
Alex is joined by Cubs Insider social media man and Cubs Related Podcast host Corey Freedman. The two discuss the 5-1 start to the second half, look at some potential trade targets and evaluate the...
ListenEpisode 79:"Buy or Sell?"-- Russell Demoted from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.175959
Alex and Adam discuss the upcoming trade deadline and take guesses on what each MLB team does. Cubs wise, they discuss the trip in San Francisco, trade rumors and the demotion of Addison Russell.
ListenMini Episode: Cubs BRUTAL loss in Milwaukee from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.172870
After the Cubs blew a game in awful fashion to the Milwaukee Brewers, Alex has some thoughts on the situation.
ListenEpisode 80: Trade Deadline MADNESS! -- Cubs get Castellanos from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.170270
The boys discuss this year's trade deadline and the moves made around baseball. Plenty of Cubs discussion on the trade front.
ListenEpisode 81: Cubs Home Cookin'-- Looking Forward from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.167368
Alex and Adam discuss the contributions from the lineup and starting staff after another good home stand. Looking at other teams in the NL Central, the boys break down their upcoming schedule and s...
ListenEpisode 82: #BanRoadCubsGames -- Rizzo's Power Outage from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.163828
Alex flies solo on this episode as the Cubs struggle in Philly. This is a great time to let off some steam and count down the days the team returns to Wrigley Field again to mash.
ListenEpisode 83: Nicholas BLASTellanos!!! from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.160076
Alex is joined by Cody Delmendo to discuss the ups and downs of the past week. From the Bryce Harper walk-off loss, to the Kris Bryant game-winning home run. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy!
ListenEpisode 84: Race for the Central Crown -- Injury Concerns from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.156298
Alex and Adam discuss the ugly Nationals series loss at Wrigley Field, the current series in New York and how they stack up in the playoff race. All of this and MORE on Climbing The Ivy!
ListenEpisode 85: Return of the Zo -- September Season from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.153285
Alex and Adam talk as the Cubs enter the final month of the regular season. Lots discussed about upcoming games and the impact the return of Ben Zobrist and Willson Contreras have. Also, the boys g...
ListenMini Episode -- Is hope for the Cubs fading away? from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.150179
Alex takes to the podcast alone to address yet another brutal Cubs loss in Milwaukee.
ListenEpisode 86: The Rise of Hoerner -- Division Slipping from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.146423
The frustration of the 2019 Chicago Cubs continues with just a few weeks left. Some goods and a lot of bads are discussed, as well as the debut of Nico Hoerner and the future of the front office.
ListenEpisode 87: Rise of Rizzo! -- Battle for the Playoffs from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.142820
The boys discuss the crucial four-game set for the Chicago Cubs against their bitter rivals at Wrigley Field. Anthony Rizzo's makes a miraculous return will not go unnoticed in this episode. Al...
ListenEpisode 88: RIP the 2019 Chicago Cubs -- Goodbye Joe Maddon from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.137664
The crew breaks down the incredible let down that was the 2019 Chicago Cubs. What is in store for the future? What holes have to be filled? What will Cubs life be without Joe Maddon?
ListenEpisode 89: The search for a new Skipper -- Early free agent outlook from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.095716
Alex is joined by fellow Cubbies Crib writer Brian Johnston on tonight's episode. The boys discuss the search for the new Chicago Cubs manager, the roster moving forward, the MLB postseason and...
ListenEpisode 90: The Rise of David Ross -- Cubs hire their new manager from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.092727
Sources confirmed that David Ross will be the next manager of the Chicago Cubs. The crew reacts to the move and what it can mean for the team going forward.
ListenEpisode 91: The Offseason Officially Begins -- Slashing Payroll? from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.090221
Now that the World Series is over, the boys can finally discuss the offseason in more depth. There is already concern about the financial flexibility the team will have, what can be done with littl...
ListenEpisode 92: Winter Unknown --"Astrogate" from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.087351
The crew asks and discusses the many questions they have about the upcoming offseason for the Chicago Cubs. They also discuss the recent stories that have come out about the Houston Astros.
ListenEpisode 93: Kinda Hot Stove -- Russell Non-Tendered from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.084711
The boys are back as they discuss the happenings around baseball and the Chicago Cubs as we begin December.
ListenEpisode 94: No Money, More Problems -- Kris Bryant Trade Talks from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.082233
The boys are not happy about the current state of the Chicago Cubs as the Winter Meetings come to a close.
ListenEpisode 95: Luxury Tax Headaches -- Random Stuff from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.079373
The boys look into the $7.6 million that the Chicago Cubs are paying in luxury tax and what it means for clearing payroll for the future. Also, they talk about some more random stuff.
ListenEpisode 96: A Decade to Remember -- Recap of the Chicago Cubs last decade from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.076700
The boys take some time to recap the best and worst of the 2010s on the corner of Clark and Addison.
ListenEpisode 97: Cubs Convention Approaches -- Who Got Away? from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.074302
The crew discusses the state of the Chicago Cubs going into their annual fan convention. They also discuss some of the Astros scandal and play a fun game looking back at former Cubs who left in Fre...
ListenEpisode 98: Cubs agree to terms on an MLB DEAL!?! from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.071334
The Cubs actually made a move that involves a MLB deal...according to Ken Rosenthal. Holy Cow! The boys discuss the move, the state of the outfield...and MORE!
ListenEpisode 99: Kris Bryant ruling -- Goodbye Big Stick Nick from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.068261
Alex is joined by site editor Jake Misener as they discuss various Cubs/baseball topics including the Bryant grievance, Castellanos signing with the Reds, 2nd base problems and MORE!
ListenEpisode 100: Ugh, more Kris Bryant Rumors from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.064968
Episode #100 comes your way as the crew discusses the continued rumors surrounding Kris Bryant. They also discuss the state of baseball and other Cubs rumors.
ListenEpisode 101: Maddon vs. Epstein? -- Players Beginning Workouts from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.062684
Players are heading to Mesa, Arizona to get ready for the official start of Spring Training. There has been some interesting stuff going on with President Theo Epstein and former manager Joe Maddon...
ListenEpisode 102: Camp Kristopher --"A piece of metal!?" from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.060065
Spring training has officially begun for the Chicago Cubs. Kris Bryant is the biggest topic of conversation as the crew gets ready for 2020 under new manager David Ross. Also...Rob Manfred and the ...
ListenEpisode 103: Spring Training Games Start -- Early Predictions from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.057098
The Chicago Cubs are into their spring training schedule and the crew jumps on the podcast to break it down. Also more talk on season predictions, the NL Central, Marquee Sports Net, and MORE!
ListenEpisode 104: Hendricks or Darvish? -- Hot/Cold Spring from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.054738
The boys discuss the latest happenings Chicago Cubs camp as the regular season draws near. They also place friendly wagers, discuss roster spots, and MORE!
ListenSpecial Episode: 2020 MLB Season Suspended -- Cubs Fan Reaction from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.051991
The 2020 MLB season has been suspended due to the growing Coronavirus concerns. Alex takes to the podcast to quickly discuss.
ListenEpisode 105: A Week Into No Baseball -- 2016 World Series Memories from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.048846
The current situation in the world has no baseball being played until further notice. The Cubbies Crib Crew reflects on what has transpired and what we could see in the future. They also look to th...
ListenEpisode 106: The Opening Day that Wasn't -- Baseball on CHRISTMAS?! from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.046345
Today was supposed to be Opening Day, 2020. Unfortunately that has to be put on hold. The boys still get on the podcast and talk about the Chicago Cubs, baseball scheduling and old Opening Day memo...
ListenEpisode 107: Season in Arizona? -- Missing 2016 from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.043666
The boys talk about the most recent proposals to salvage the 2020 baseball season. They also take some trips down memory lane and look back at players we miss from 2016.
ListenEpisode 108: Classic Cubs Regular Season Memories from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.040933
Alex and Adam welcome their good buddy Brandon on the show to talk about some great Chicago Cubs regular season memories. From Sammy Sosa's #62nd homer, to Jake Arrieta's no hitter in Los A...
ListenEpisode 109: Who should get the next Wrigley statue? -- Bears QB woes from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.037982
The crew discusses great Cubs players of the past who have yet to have a statue erected outside the Friendly Confines. They also discuss Michael Jordan and his day playing at Wrigley as well as som...
ListenEpisode 110: A New MLB Proposal -- 2012 Cubs Stories from 2023-12-12T17:16:48.032895
The boys discuss the latest proposal MLB has reportedly put together to try to salvage the season in 2020. Would the Chicago Cubs fare well in these new divisions? All of this and MORE on Climbing ...
ListenEpisode 111: Topics from the Fans! -- Sammy Sosa Documentary from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.998099
Alex flies solo as he lets the fans on Twitter decide what he talks about on this episode. He also brings up the latest developing story regarding the 2020 season which is still on hold and the ann...
ListenEpisode 112: Kerry Wood talk -- Site Expert Jake Misener's interview with ESPN's Tim Kurkjian from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.995165
Alex and Adam are joined by Cubbies Crib site expert Jake Misener as he discusses an interview he conducted with ESPN baseball analyst Tim Kurkjian. The crew discusses Kerry Wood, Mark Prior and MORE!
ListenEpisode 113: Cubs One-Year Wonders -- Cubs Rain Dance from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.992059
The crew discusses some "one-year wonders" that played for the Chicago Cubs. They also discuss the latest news, some more Game Seven Memories, and MORE!
ListenEpisode 114: Bring Back Sammy Sosa? -- Who will the Cubs Draft? from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.989132
Alex and Adam welcome back Cubbies Crib writer Brian Johnston to the show to discuss Sammy Sosa and the mixed feelings people have regarding a reunion with the Cubs. The boys also get to take a qui...
ListenMini Episode: Long Gone Summer reaction from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.986306
Alex gives a quick reaction to the ESPN 30 for 30 documentary, The Long Gone Summer.
ListenEpisode 115: Reviewing the Cubs 2020 Draft Picks from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.983385
The boys sit down and discuss the Chicago Cubs 2020 draft class and how they fit into the organization. They get some opinions from other Cubs writers and break down each drafted player.
ListenEpisode 116: Return of Baseball!! -- Concerns about 2020 from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.979815
After the implementation of the 2020 baseball season, the boys discuss what the season is going to look like. They also discuss the short season will impact the Chicago Cubs and what kind of concer...
ListenEpisode 117: Cubs initial"Summer Camp"roster -- More COVID concerns from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.974205
The boys discuss the initial roster for the Chicago Cubs as they head into camp. They also discuss some of the concerns they have regarding the situation with the pandemic.
ListenEpisode 118: Cubs Summer Camp Begins -- Pitching Situation from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.968697
Alex is joined by Cubbies Crib site expert Jake Misener as they discuss the first week of the Chicago Cubs preseason summer camp.
ListenEpisode 119: Scrimmages at Wrigley -- Why is Kyle Hendricks so underrated?? from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.963523
The boys get together to discuss the scrimmage games the Cubs are playing to get ready for the season. They also discuss Rizzo's back issues, Kyle Hendricks, and wonder why the whole world is p...
ListenEpisode 120: Your 2020 Chicago Cubs have arrived! from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.957903
Alex and Cubbies Crib site expert Jake Misener discuss the upcoming 2020 Chicago Cubs season. How confident are the guys in this team? Listen and find out!
ListenEpisode 121: Cubs begin 2020 on strong note -- Bullpen woes from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.952111
The crew discusses the solid start by the Chicago Cubs in their 60-game 2020 season. They talk both positives and negatives...and even discuss Spongebob memes!
ListenEpisode 122: Cubs Start 9-2 -- David Ross so far so good from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.946825
The boys discuss the hot start by the Chicago Cubs and evaluate how manager David Ross has looked so far in this very odd season.
ListenEpisode 123: Cubs ups and downs -- Looking ahead to Crosstown Series from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.939990
The boys discuss the up and down week for the Chicago Cubs as they took on both the Brewers and Cardinals. They also look ahead to the upcoming crosstown series with the White Sox.
ListenEpisode 124: Cubs Make Some Trades -- The Crew Signs Off from 2023-12-12T17:16:47.933897
An emotional episode as Alex and Adam say goodbye to the show after several years of working it. They discuss the Cubs moves at the trade deadline, Cubs memories, and MORE!
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