Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster

Cubs starting pitcher and 3x World Series champion Jon Lester reflects on his 'I love you man' moment with David Ross during Game 5 of the 2016 World Series and the challenge of coming out of the bullpen in Game 7. Also, find out if the 5x all-star would pick Anthony Rizzo or Kris Bryant if he needed someone to babysit his kids. Then 3x all-star "The Mayor" Sean Casey brings his his world-class energy to the show as he recalls one hilarious story regarding Cubs fans after a Reds win in Chicago. Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster, presented by Sloan - Marquee Sports Network Podcasts.

Former Cub and current Phillies pitcher Jake Arrieta joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to share memories during the Cubs rebuild up to winning the 2016 World Series and much more.

For the first time ever on Marquee Sports Network, Off the Mound with Ryan Dempster was recorded live to a rooftop audience overlooking Gallagher Way after the final home game of the 2021 season. Special guests for the live episode include Cubs players Frank Schwindel and Patrick Wisdom, musical guest Brendan Bayliss from Umphrey’s McGee and former Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano.

Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to give some updates from spring training, reflect on big career moments as an Atlanta Brave and as a Chicago Cub and provide more insight on the Players Alliance

Theo Epstein spent nine seasons with the Cubs from 2012-20, responsible for producing the club’s first World Series championship in 108 years in 2016. Prior to leading the Cubs front office, Epstein served as General Manager with the Red Sox, also helping them break a long championship drought in 2004 with the franchise’s first World Series championship since 1918.On this episode, Epstein discusses his work as a consultant with Major League Baseball, including the implementation of several new rule changes in the minor leagues, plus his charity work, his thoughts on one day leading an MLB team again, and much more.

Ryan Dempster welcomes 29-time Emmy award winner and 2018 Hall of Fame inductee Bob Costas to the podcast for an extended interview about all things baseball and his best memories calling Cubs games at Wrigley Field.

Ryan Dempster welcomed former Cub Andre Dawson on Off The Mound to discuss workout routines, the history of free agency and the Andre Dawson Classic.

World Series champion and manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers Dave Roberts joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast for an extended conversation about social justice, winning the 2020 World Series and a must hear story about facing each other at Wrigley Field.

MLB Network analyst Harold Reynolds joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to reflect on his 12-year MLB career and give some insight on Ernie Banks’ journey to becoming a Chicago Cub. Reynolds also gave some historical knowledge on the Negro League’s growth and impact on the city of Chicago as we celebrate Black History Month.

Former Cub and 1984 Cy Young winner Rick Sutcliffe joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to tell hilarious stories from his professional career including how lifelong Cubs fan Bill Murray played a part in his first career stolen base. Sutcliffe also couldn't be happier for Jon "Boog" Sciambi to join Marquee Sports Network as the TV voice of the Cubs and can't wait to work with his former ESPN colleague.