Is Michael Busch a FUTURE STAR for the Chicago Cubs? | CHGO Cubs Podcast

Corey and Brendan preview the Winter Meetings by highlighting all the recent Cubs rumors. Which pitchers will they target? Are Michael King or Framber Valdez viable options? Will they continue to spend on the bullpen? Is Kyle Tucker truly out of the question? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cyber Monday = Our Best Diehard Deal Ever allchgo.com/cyber-youtube Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_Cubs Michael Busch had a breakout season in 2025. Can he keep it up in 2026 and become a star at 1B? The CHGO Cubs crew hands out their 2025 Report Card for Michael Busch. Plus, reaction to Matthew Boyd announcing he’s pitching for the Team USA team in the 2026 WBC. Also, can Scott Kingery make an impact for the Cubs after he inked a minor league deal? Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos as they discuss! 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  Aura Frames: Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/CHGO. Promo Code CHGO 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. It's Good to be right 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.

Today on CHGO Cubs, we grade Nico Hoerner. Is the Chicago Cubs infielder the best pound-for-pound player on the team. Plus, we look at ESPN's top-20 trade candidates. Will you be surprised how many are linked to the Cubs? Later, is Marquee's budget cuts something that can impact the Cubs' offseason spending? Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Justin Roman on the CHGO Cubs Podcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CHGO Cubs Podcast breaks down whether regression could be coming for Pete Crow-Armstrong, Michael Busch and Seiya Suzuki as the Cubs look ahead to the 2026 season. Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos analyze what each player must prove to take the next step and avoid a statistical setback after an inconsistent 2025. From PCA’s offensive development to Busch’s reliability and Seiya’s durability, the guys dive deep into the numbers and expectations. Join the CHGO Cubs crew for in-depth analysis, offseason insights and what it all means for Chicago Cubs fans heading into 2026. 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 Cubs fans are hungry after a taste of the Postseason in 2025. How can the Cubs bolster their chances for seconds in 2026? Cubs fans seem to have their eyes on Kyle Schwarber. Will he be a part of the Cubs’ lineup in 2026? Plus, a Thanksgiving Draft! Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos as they celebrate Cubs-Giving! 0:00 Show Start 1:20 Cubs-Giving! 40:00 Thanksgiving Draft 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. It's Good to be right 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 CHGO Cubs Podcast breaks down whether Matthew Boyd passed or failed in his latest outing and what it means for the Cubs’ pitching plans in 2025. Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos dive into Boyd’s performance, his role moving forward, and how his grade could influence the Cubs’ offseason decisions. They analyze key trends, depth chart concerns, and where Chicago might look for pitching help. Stay tuned for full Cubs analysis, updates, and 2025 outlooks from CHGO. 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 Pete Crow-Armstrong broke OUT in the first half of 2025. While his play slowed in the 2nd half and Postseason, should the Cubs extend PCA? What would an extension look like? Plus, the CHGO Cubs crew hands out their report cards for Crow-Armstrong's 2025 season. Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos as they discuss PCA and the Cubs' latest signing; Phil Maton! 0:00 Show Start 1:20 Cubs sign Phil Maton 19:00 Interest in Evan Phillips? 26:00 Imai's Japanese teammate comment 32:00 Grading PCA's 2025 Season 39:00 Room for improvement in PCA's D? 44:00 PCA's poor Postseason 51:40 PCA Extension Talk 56:00 Semien/Nimmo trade reaction 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.

Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller break down how Shota Imanaga’s qualifying offer acceptance reshapes the Chicago Cubs’ offseason strategy and payroll flexibility. The CHGO Related Podcast dives into how this decision affects the Cubs’ free agency plans, trade targets, and overall spending approach heading into a crucial winter. What does this mean for potential roster additions, internal budget choices, and Chicago’s long-term competitive timeline? Corey and Brendan analyze every angle of this major offseason storyline in today’s episode. 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 Are the Cubs in a spot where they need to trade one of their top prospects to improve the 2026 team? What would Moisés Ballesteros or Owen Caissie fetch in a trade? Could the Cubs find their potential ace? Plus, Daniel Palencia's report card is in! Join the CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos as they discuss! 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.

The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down Kyle Tucker’s first season with the Chicago Cubs and delivers an honest grade on his performance. Did Tucker live up to the hype after arriving in Chicago, or are there still questions about his long-term impact? Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopoulos dive into the numbers, key moments, and where Tucker fits into the Cubs’ future plans. Join the CHGO Cubs Podcast for full analysis, stats, and reactions from Wrigley Field. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.