CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast

The Chicago Cubs' offensive struggles continued against the Athletics as the bats stayed ice cold despite another quality start from Jameson Taillon. Seiya Suzuki, Dansby Swanson, Alex Bregman, and Pete Crow-Armstrong (PCA) were unable to provide the big hits as Chicago's lineup continued to search for answers at the plate. Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, Justin Roman, and Tony Andracki on the CHGO Cubs Postgame Show as they break down Taillon's outing, the Cubs' ongoing slump, and what needs to happen for the offense to turn things around. Get the latest Cubs news, analysis, reactions, and postgame coverage right here on CHGO Cubs.

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The Chicago Cubs are set to get a major boost as Matthew Boyd nears his return following a rehab start. After a difficult month of May that saw the Cubs struggle through a prolonged slump, can Boyd help stabilize the pitching staff and provide a spark during Chicago’s recent losing streak? CHGO Cubs breaks down what Boyd’s return means for key players like Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ian Happ, Dansby Swanson, and Alex Bregman as the Cubs search for answers. Join CHGO Cubs hosts Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos as they discuss manager Craig Counsell’s biggest challenges, the state of the Cubs heading into June, and why Matthew Boyd’s return could be a turning point for the season. Get the latest Chicago Cubs news, analysis, reactions, and insights from around Wrigley Field on the CHGO Cubs Podcast.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong has become one of the most talked-about players in the Chicago Cubs lineup, but is his move to the leadoff spot actually paying off? The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down PCA’s recent offensive production, elite defense, speed on the bases, and whether manager Craig Counsell made the right call putting the young star at the top of the order. We dive into Pete Crow-Armstrong’s stats, lineup fit, and what his development means for the Cubs as they battle through a crucial stretch in the NL Central race. 

 

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After losing 10 games in a row, Craig Counsell’s Cubs took the final two games in Pittsburgh, including a win over Paul Skenes. Corey and Brendan take a deep dive look at the losing streak, key trends to monitor, and try to make sense of such an extreme team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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The Chicago Cubs battled back to split the series with the Pittsburgh Pirates as Ian Happ crushed a huge 8th-inning home run to give the Cubs critical insurance runs against Paul Skenes and the Pirates bullpen. Colin Rea was outstanding on the mound, turning in one of his best performances of the season to help Chicago secure a much-needed win. Miguel Amaya had a strong day at the plate, while Alex Bregman continued to provide productive at-bats for the Cubs lineup, and Pete Crow-Armstrong came alive in the 9th inning with an exciting slide into home to add to the Cubs’ momentum. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, and Justin Roman break down the biggest moments, key performances, and what this series split means moving forward for the Cubs in the NL Central race on the CHGO Cubs Podcast.

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