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The Chicago Cubs fell short of their 2025 goals, losing Game 5 of the NLDS to the Milwaukee Brewers, and now all eyes are on Jed Hoyer to build a stronger roster for 2026. In this episode of CHGO Cubs Related, hosts Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller break down what went wrong this season — from roster construction to late-season struggles — and what must change this winter. Could Kyle Tucker be part of the Cubs’ 2026 plans alongside Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson, Matt Shaw, Michael Busch, and Nico Hoerner? Tune in for an in-depth offseason preview and analysis of what’s next for the Chicago Cubs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs How will the Cubs spend their money in 2026? Is bringing back Kyle Tucker actually an option?! Would the Cubs think about reuniting with Cody Bellinger? The CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopolous as they debate! Plus, the crew reacts to more Jed Hoyer's comments from yesterday. 0:00 Show start 1:20 Update on Kevin Alcantara 7:00 Stars leading teams in NLCS/ALCS 19:00 How can Cubs address pitching? 32:00 Bregman or Bellinger? Who is a better fit. 49:00 Do you want a Cubs reunion with Schwarber? An ALLCITY Network Production 📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo PrizePicks: Go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CHGO and use code CHGO for $50 instantly when you play $5. PrizePicks. Run Your Game! Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freecubs. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Use code chgocubs50 to get 50% OFF your first Factor box and free wellness shots for life with any active subscription at https://FACTORMEALS.com/chgocubs50 Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you’re all set. #ad Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Cubs #ChicagoCubs #FlyTheW #VibeWithUs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs It’s the annual State of the Cubs Address. Chicago Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer talks after the Cubs season ends in the NLDS. Hoyer lays out the plan of the offseason and offeres his opinion on the Cubs offense, Kyle Tucker’s free agency, a decision on Shota Imanaga and more. Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopolous chop it up and hang with the diehards on the CHGO Cubs Podcast. An ALLCITY Network Production 📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo PrizePicks: Go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CHGO and use code CHGO for $50 instantly when you play $5. PrizePicks. Run Your Game! Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head tohttp://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freecubs. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Use code chgocubs50 to get 50% OFF your first Factor box and free wellness shots for life with any active subscription at https://FACTORMEALS.com/chgocubs50 Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you’re all set. #ad Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Cubs #ChicagoCubs #FlyTheW #VibeWithUs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Will Shota Imanaga's 2026 option be picked up? How do the Cubs replace Kyle Tucker? Should the Cubs bring back Caleb Thielbar, Brad Keller, Colin Rea, or Drew Pomeranz? Is Ian Happ declining? Can Matthew Boyd repeat his 2025 season? How will Justin Steele bounce back from injury? The CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopolous, and Justin Roman as they answer these HUGE questions! 0:00 Show Start 1:20 Brewers lose Game 1 10:45 Max Muncy as a Cub? 17:00 Ryan Flaherty option for SD 25:00 Biggest Offseason Question 32:00 What will bullpen look like? 42:00 What do Cubs do w/ Shota? 51:20 Can Amaya stay healthy? 54:00 When will Steele return? 56:20 Hoyer speaks tomorrow An ALLCITY Network Production 📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo PrizePicks: Go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CHGO and use code CHGO for $50 instantly when you play $5. PrizePicks. Run Your Game! Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head tohttp://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freecubs. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Use code chgocubs50 to get 50% OFF your first Factor box and free wellness shots for life with any active subscription at https://FACTORMEALS.com/chgocubs50 Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you’re all set. #ad Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Cubs #ChicagoCubs #FlyTheW #VibeWithUs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs After winning the NLDS, the Milwaukee Brewers celebrated on the field with an "L" Flag. Is this just part of a rivalry or do the Brewers acting like a little brother? After, the CHGO Cubs crew gives "Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down" to Cubs player's seasons. Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopolous as they discuss@ An ALLCITY Network Production 0:00 SHOW START 1:20 Brewers Fly the L 5:00 Thumbs up or down on season 17:00 Thumbs up or down on Counsell 32:00 Kyle Tucker is gone 47:00 Which Cubs surprised you most in 2025? 1:00:00 CHGO Sports hits 90K Subscribers 📬 Chicago sports in your inbox: https://allchgo.com/newsletter BUY MERCH: https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/chgo-locker FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter: @CHGO_Sports Instagram: @CHGO_Sports Empire Today: Schedule a free in-home estimate today! All listeners can receive a $350 OFF discount when they use the promo code CHGO. Restrictions apply. See https://empiretoday.com/chgo for details. Monarch Money: Use Monarch Money to get control of your overall finances with 50% off your first year at https://www.monarchmoney.com/chgo PrizePicks: Go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CHGO and use code CHGO for $50 instantly when you play $5. PrizePicks. Run Your Game! Rugged Road: Gear up for your next adventure with Rugged Road Coolers - Your ultimate outdoor companion! Head tohttp://ruggedroadoutdoors.pxf.io/ALLCITY and use code CHGO for 10% off! Ray Auto Group: Get into your next vehicle with Ray Auto in Fox Lake! Ray Chevy: https://www.raychevrolet.com/ Ray CDJR: https://www.raycdjr.com/ HelloFresh - Get 10 FREE meals at https://hellofresh.com/freecubs. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. Better Help: This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/CHGO today to get 10% off your first month. Use code chgocubs50 to get 50% OFF your first Factor box and free wellness shots for life with any active subscription at https://FACTORMEALS.com/chgocubs50 Hall of Fame App: Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month with code CHGO. Just download the HOF app on iOS and Android or visit www.hofbets.com, enter code CHGO, and you’re all set. #ad Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code CHGO for $20 off your first purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. #Cubs #ChicagoCubs #FlyTheW #VibeWithUs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago Cubs’ 2025 postseason ends in heartbreak as the Milwaukee Brewers eliminate them in NLDS Game 5. Despite strong performances from Seiya Suzuki, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Dansby Swanson, the Cubs’ offense couldn’t overcome Milwaukee’s clutch hitting. With the win, the Brewers advance to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS. Join the CHGO Cubs crew — Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, and Justin Roman — as they break down the loss, key moments, and what’s next for Chicago. 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 and Milwaukee Brewers face off in a do-or-die NLDS Game 5 in Milwaukee, with everything on the line. Corey and Brendan break down how Craig Counsell will use Shota Imanaga and a heavily-used bullpen to challenge Christian Yelich, Jackson Chourio, and the Brewers’ powerful lineup. If the Cubs win, they advance to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the next round — making this one of the most pivotal games of the season. Don’t miss the CHGO Cubs deep dive before this epic NLDS decider! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matthew Boyd was brilliant for the Chicago Cubs as the starting pitcher, helping them force a decisive Game 5 against the Milwaukee Brewers! With clutch hitting from Kyle Tucker, Ian Happ, Dansby Swanson, and Seiya Suzuki, Chicago tied the NLDS in a thrilling Game 4. The Brewers fought hard with Freddy Peralta on the hill, but Chicago refuses to go down without a fight. Now the Cubs head back to Milwaukee with everything on the line. Join the CHGO Cubs crew — Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, and Justin Roman — on the POSTGAME Podcast as they break down Boyd’s performance, the biggest moments, and what’s next in this epic playoff battle! 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 keep their postseason dreams alive at Wrigley Field! With a thrilling Game 3 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers, the Cubs cut the NLDS series deficit and force a must-win showdown. Join the CHGO Cubs crew — Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, and Justin Roman — for in-depth postgame analysis, breaking down clutch performances from Michael Busch, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Dansby Swanson, Nico Hoerner, Ian Happ, Seiya Suzuki, and a strong outing from Cubs starting pitcher Jameson Taillon. We’ll also preview what Game 4 could look like, including pitching matchups, key adjustments, and whether the Cubs can carry this momentum forward against the Brewers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Seiya Suzuki launched a huge 3‑run homer in the first inning, but the Milwaukee Brewers shut down the Chicago Cubs offense for the rest of NLDS Game 2. Dansby Swanson and Pete Crow‑Armstrong struggled at the plate, while Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga battled hard but couldn’t contain Milwaukee’s offense. Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski was the standout performer, dominating early and leading the Brewers’ win. Chicago Cubs GM Craig Counsell now faces tough questions as Milwaukee takes control of the series. Join the CHGO Cubs crew — Luke Stuckmeyer, Joey Christopoulos, and Justin Roman — for the full POSTGAME Podcast with recaps, analysis, and fan reactions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.