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The first Cubs spring training camp under the auspices of Craig Counsell has begun. The crew breaks down what to watch for this spring, including the addition of new reliever Héctor Neris. Notable players represented by one agent have yet to sign, including some pertinent to the Cubs. Is ownership solely to blame for their continued free agency? Also, the team on the South Side wants a boatload of public money for a new ballpark - should they get it?

All three hosts are present for the first time in 2024! After glowing reviews of the Shōta Imanaga signing in the previous edition, could there be greater causes for concern as well? Also, news to come out of Cubs Convention, as two franchise legends are announced as inductees to the team Hall of Fame, and one free agent name dominates the discussion throughout the weekend.

Randall and Jeremy break the holiday hiatus to discuss the soon-to-be newest member of the Cubs, Japanese left-handed pitcher Shōta Imanaga. We have you covered on the contract details, the scouting report, his fit in the rotation, and more. And with Imanaga in the fold, where does the front office go from here at this late date in the offseason?

Craig Counsell is introduced as the newest manager of the Cubs: what stood out from his introduction, and has it moved the needle at all for the pod's stalwart hater? Elsewhere, the Cubs add three minor league prospects to the 40-man roster, and make their moves at the non-tender deadline. Around the league, the MLB awards are announced, an All-Star Game is awarded, and the Oakland Athletics move one step closer to relocation.

Randall and Jeremy convene to discuss the day's shocking and unexpected news, as the Cubs hire Craig Counsell as their newest manager, and subsequently part ways with former manager David Ross. How did it come about? What does it imply for the offseason ahead? Will Randall get over it?

Cody Bellinger completes his comeback season, an old friend returns to the coaching staff, a front office member stays put, and other Cubs doings as the World Series concludes in favor of the Texas Rangers, and the pre-2024 offseason is set to begin in earnest. Also: whose problem is the decline in World Series television ratings, and is the postseason presentation in need of some fixes?

The offseason has yet to truly begin, but already rumors are afoot as to whom the Cubs might extend and whom the Cubs might target in free agency. Key front office member Craig Breslow has already departed, while another member of the front office might follow, and a member of the coaching staff may do the same. Elsewhere, the World Series matchup is set - who are you taking between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Texas Rangers?

The crew breaks down the Cubs news of the moment, including changes to the coaching staff, and a possible offseason pursuit of a slugging first baseman? Also, recapping MLB's Wild Card Round and League Division, with upsets, drama, surprises, and everything else you could need. The League Championship Series matchups are set and the predictions have been made, and looking back at Cubs postseason history from mid-Octobers of years past.

Randall and Jeremy attempt to pick up the pieces and eulogize the 2023 Cubs following a brutal September collapse, while looking ahead to the postseason and the imminent best-of-three Wild Card round.

The crew returns from gathering at a wedding as the Cubs win two more series, first in Pittsburgh, followed by a massive series win against the Brewers at Wrigley. Top pitching prospect Jordan Wicks impresses in his debut against the Pirates, while Justin Steele and Kyle Hendricks follow suit against the Brewers. Find out who is on their way up for expanded September rosters, who might yet still be on their way, and the aftermath of the waiver bomb dropped on MLB by the Los Angeles Angels earlier in the week.

A week after a thrilling walk-off win against the White Sox, the Cubs continue their trek through the bottom of the AL Central. But a make-or-break week looms to close out August and begin September. Where will the Cubs stand when the dust settles? Discussing the starting rotation woes of Drew Smyly and Marcus Stroman, and the struggle to return to consistency for Jameson Taillon. Also: who will be added when rosters expand on September 1, and will there - should there - be any roster surprises before then?

Despite a terrible showing in Queens, the Cubs are in their best August position in years. The crew breaks down the addition of Jeimer Candelario, issues with Drew Smyly and the rest of the rotation, and praiseworthy performances from the bullpen, while looking ahead to the matchup in Toronto. A great showing for the Cubs on the updated MLB Pipeline prospect rankings, massive dysfunction on the South Side of town, and the @CubsWeather forecast for Toronto.