Cubs Star Alex Bregman’s DOMINANT August!

The Chicago Cubs are still in the playoff race, and there are plenty of reasons for fans to remain optimistic about the rest of the 2026 season. We break down the top 5 reasons the Cubs can still make a postseason push, from their offensive firepower and star players to the potential for the pitching staff and bullpen to find consistency. Can Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman, Seiya Suzuki, and the rest of the Cubs help Chicago make a deep playoff run?   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After a demoralizing sweep by the Milwaukee Brewers, the Cubs face an unexpected tighter wild card race. Questions surrounding Cubs pitchers—Kevin Gausman, Daniel Palencia, Jacob Webb, and the staff at large—are loud. How might Craig Counsell navigate his struggling pitching staff to ensure they are in position to make and win in October? Corey and Brendan discuss this all on Friday's edition of the CHGO Cubs Related podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today’s episode of CHGO Cubs, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman dive into a slumping Cubs team that has lost four in a row. They pick their top 5 reasons to remain optimistic that the Cubs will, yes, make the playoffs but also lay out the Top 5 reasons this season has been a total rollercoaster. The guys also preview this weekend’s suddenly crucial series against the Pirates at Wrigley Field Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After getting swept by the Milwaukee Brewers and losing four straight, Chicago has seen its margin for error shrink as the MLB postseason approaches. The Cubs still have a crucial stretch ahead, including a three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates followed by three games against the Atlanta Braves, making every game critical in the NL Wild Card race. CHGO Cubs breaks down the Cubs’ recent stretch, the NL playoff picture, the continued pitching and bullpen concerns, and whether Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman, and the Cubs can get back on track before October.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Cubs have been SWEPT by the Milwaukee Brewers in a frustrating NL Central series as their pitching and bullpen concerns continue to raise questions heading into the postseason. Kevin Gausman struggled on the mound tonight, putting Chicago in an early hole, but the Cubs battled back and created plenty of drama in the top of the 9th inning by scoring five runs — unfortunately, it still wasn’t enough to complete the comeback. Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, Justin Roman, and Tony Andracki break down the Brewers sweep, Gausman’s rough outing, the Cubs bullpen concerns, and what this means for Craig Counsell and the team moving forward. With the playoffs approaching, CHGO Cubs looks at what needs to change for Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman, and the Cubs to turn things around and make a postseason run. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Cubs suffer a heartbreaking extra-inning loss in Milwaukee after the Brewers rally in the 9th inning, with Jacob Webb unable to close out the game as the Cubs’ bullpen blows a late lead. Seiya Suzuki delivered at the plate, while Matt Shaw and Pete Crow-Armstrong continued to make an impact, and Carson Kelly came up clutch with a two-run double to put Chicago in position to win. But Milwaukee forced extra innings and eventually walked it off, leaving the Cubs fighting to avoid a sweep in the series finale. CHGO Cubs hosts Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, and Justin Roman break down Seiya Suzuki, PCA, Matt Shaw, Carson Kelly, Jacob Webb, the bullpen collapse, and what the Cubs need to do to avoid getting swept by the Brewers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Cubs’ bullpen has become a major concern as the postseason approaches, putting pressure on Jed Hoyer and Craig Counsell to find answers before October. CHGO Cubs breaks down the Cubs bullpen struggles, the relievers who need to step up, and potential solutions Chicago could explore down the stretch. Can the Cubs stabilize the bullpen in time for a deep playoff run, or will this become their biggest weakness in October?   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Corey and Brendan envision how the Cubs can survive the obvious bullpen issues plaguing the Cubs. With Daniel Palencia struggling and Jacob Webb sidelined, who will pitch in high leverage situations? Beyond the bullpen, is the starting pitching staff with Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes even enough. These questions are discussed on Friday's edition of the CHGO Cubs Related Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Cubs come up BIG against the Milwaukee Brewers as Pete Crow-Armstrong homers to help Chicago even this critical four-game series at Wrigley Field. PCA continues to provide a major offensive spark for the Cubs as they battle the NL Central-leading Brewers during the stretch run. Ryan Rolison also delivers in a BIG way, closing out the game and securing the win for Chicago. CHGO Cubs hosts Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos and Justin Roman break down the victory, PCA’s big home run, Rolison’s clutch finish and everything you need to know from Cubs vs. Brewers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cubs star Alex Bregman was DOMINANT throughout August, delivering clutch hits, home runs and big moments for the Chicago Cubs during their playoff push. Tony Andracki is live from Wrigley Field breaking down Bregman’s huge month and what his production means for the Cubs down the stretch. Plus, get exclusive locker room footage following Alex Bregman’s big game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Don’t miss the best moments from Bregman’s dominant August with the Cubs!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.