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I really couldn't believe what I read from Tom Ricketts. So, I decided to listen to his full interview with ESPN 1000 Chicago. And, I still can't believe he said it. Here is a breakdown of multiple quotes from Ricketts and how Cubs fans should read these comments.
Interview with Jesse Rogers:
• What is the Cubs' TRUE Financial Situ...
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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
2:28 - Fans $ Expectations
9:50 - Money Ricketts Has Spent
13:20 - Fans "Own" the Team
15:24 - The Plan
19:36 - Hope for the Future
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Jim Riley of BALLCAP Sports proposed a trade that would send Dylan Cease to the Cubs. I reacted to it and countered with a trade of my own.
Original Trade Proposal from BALLCAP: J • Dylan Cease TRADE MACHINE | Cease Tra...
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Chapters in this Podcast:
0:00 - Dylan Cease for Nico Hoerner
1:18 - Kyle's Counter
6:23 - Fan's Trade Proposal
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Lance and I talked about:
-MLB's broken offseason format
-Chances Cubs get Alex Bregman
-Confusing offseason for the Cubs
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One thing is for sure... Roki Sasaki will not sign with the Cubs. So, how do the Cubs move on from losing out on this Japanese phenom? I have a few ideas, plus I talk about another boring MLB offseason and how to fix it.
Watch my video about the Cubs roster issues:
• Cubs’ Fan Exposes MAJOR Holes in Team...
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Chapters in this Video:
0:00 - Saski Says NO to Cubs
1:14 - Connect w/Setup Man Community
3:47 - Sasaki Aftermath
7:05 - MLB Offseason Broken
12:53 - One BIG Move for Cubs
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When Cody Bellinger was traded, it was assumed the Cubs would re-allocate those funds for impact players. Since then, it's been a whole lot of nothing.
Will the Cubs make one more splash before the season starts?
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• Cubs’ Fan Exposes MAJOR Holes in Team...
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Content in this Video:
0:00 - Done Spending?
0:49 - Colin Rea Signing
2:45 - Cubs Shouldn't be Done
4:10 - What Experts are Saying
5:23 - Cubs' Payroll History
7:27 - What's Next?
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The Cubs and Kyle Tucker could not agree on contract terms and will head to an arbitration hearing. How bad is this for the Cubs' organization? Will this lead to a bad relationship with Tucker before he ever puts on a Cubs' uniform?
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• Understanding MLB Arbitration Battles...
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Content in this Video:
0:00 - Intro
0:36 - Fan Reactions
1:37 - My Reaction
3:45 - Foul Territory’s Take
5:20 - My Adjusted Reaction
7:53 - Chance of an Extension
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Lance breaks down 3 relievers that the Cubs should target and answers your questions!
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On paper, the Chicago Cubs look like a better team than the 2024 squad. But, what about the depth chart? What if a guy or 2 get injured? I examined this, and what I found is NOT good.
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Content in this Video:
0:00 - Intro
1:14 - Coming Up
2:50 - Cubs Depth Chart
3:20 - Outfield & Current Moves
6:38 - Infield
16:57 - Pitchers
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In this trade proposal, we take a look at what it would cost for the Cubs to get an ace starter and a big-time closer!
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Content in this Video:
0:00 - Intro
1:32 - Take/Laugh
4:09 - Trade w/Mariners
8:58 - Trade w/Twins
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The Cubs have had bullpen woes in the last 2 seasons. Who can Jed Hoyer add to this roster before the 2025 season starts to make the bullpen a strength?
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It might seem premature, given the Cubs still have 3 years of team control with Justin Steele, but I believe now is the time to extend him. Watch my top 5 reasons why.
Extended Podcast Version: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/9...
Jesse Rogers Interview:
Patrick Mooney Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5991...
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Content in this Video:
0:00 - Intro
0:40 - #ExtendSteele
1:24 - Reasons Not To
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The Cubs have been quiet since the Kyle Tucker trade. There has to be more coming, right? If you were Jed Hoyer for the day, let me know what you would do before the season starts
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Content in this Video:
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - Tanner Scott
3:23 - Ha Seong Kim
8:15 - 4 Potential Moves
11:46 - Justin Turner
13:55 - Coby Mayo
17:36 - Pete Crow Armstrong
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Roki Sasaki's agent Joel Wolfe shared some important insight on Sasaki's decision to come to the MLB. I share my reaction plus a message to Sasaki about why he should NOT sign with the Dodgers.
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Content in this Video:
0:00 - Intro
0:20 - 2024 Reflections
3:25 - Caleb Thielbar Signed
4:15 - Sasaki Update
19:46 - Pearson Conversion?
23:40 - Josh Rojas Rumors
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Jesse Rogers, Cubs ESPN Reporter, joins me to break down his article from December 24, 2025 outlining some concerns with the Cubs financial situation.
Link to full article: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/4...
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In this exclusive interview with the Cubs' No. 4 prospect, I asked Moises Ballesteros some of the burning questions Cubs fans have.
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Watch this full interview with Justin Steele: https://youtu.be/TLOBlTUjRTQ
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Matt Cozzi and Sam Olbur, of Locked On Cubs, join me to talk about the Cubs 3B situation for 2025. Plus, we reflect on a Boog and Steele’s take on a “sense of urgency”. Finally, we have a BIG announcement! Enjoy the show
Here is the episode I did with Matt and Sam: https://youtu.be/Gw_aSF3ak4Y?si=TGv_i8DYWmwn81fs
Here is my original interview with Boog: https://youtu.be/Xky9KMvaEBc
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Content in this Video:
0:00 - Intro
0:55 - Big Announcement
4:26 - Sense of Urgency
20:25 - Cubs 2025 3B Situation
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Justin Steele, the ace of the Chicago Cubs, sat down with me to talk about a LOT! We talked about some of the disappointments of the 2024 season, his excitement for 2025, all of the changes the Cubs have made this offseason, his evolution in his career, big boats, and more!
Watch my analysis of Justin Steele's career:
• What has Justin Steele Changed to Mak...
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Content in this Video:
0:00 - Intro
1:15 - How I met Steele
2:35 - Coffee Spill!
4:20 - "Big Boat"
6:54 - Podcasting & Media
12:05 - Revisiting Dugout Scream
14:50 - Reacting to Boog's Take
20:45 - Relationship with Hottovy
22:38 - Evolution of Pitch Selection
28:20 - Shota's 2024
30:33 - 2024-25 Offseason
42:00 - Extension Talks
45:23 - Who Steele Wants
50:11 - 27th Out
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"Baseball needs this." Justin Steele has some exciting opinions about the Cubs and MLB's offseason so far. Watch this excerpt from a full interview I did with Justin.
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Sammy Sosa made a public apology to the Cubs organization, and the Cubs immediately welcomed him back with open arms! A HUGE day for the Cubs!
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