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Cubs Talk Podcast

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    Cubs Talk podcast looks back at 2024, addresses team’s biggest needs for 2025
    The Cubs Talk podcast takes a look at the 2024 season, evaluating the biggest successes, including the development of Michael Busch and the emergence of Shota Imanaga, and the biggest failures as the ...
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    • 1 year ago
    40:48
    Shota Imanaga’s no-hitter, Anthony Rizzo’s return highlight massive week for Cubs
    It's been quite the ride for the Chicago Cubs this week, and James Neveau and Leila Rahimi break it all down on Cubs Talk. Shota Imanaga and the Cubs combine for a no-hitter, but did Craig Counsell ma...
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    • 1 year ago
    38:51
    Guardians’ sweep of Cubs, luxury tax questions cloud 2025 outlook for North Sider
    The Chicago Cubs are fresh off a sweep at the hands of the Cleveland Guardians, leaving Leila Rahimi and James Neveau to ask where things stand with a quarter of the season remaining. The duo chat abo...
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    • 2 years ago
    42:45
    Isaac Paredes arrives, Mark Leiter departs amid fascinating trade deadline
    In a post-trade deadline edition of the Cubs Talk podcast, Leila Rahimi and James Neveau break down all the moves the Cubs made in the leadup to deadline. Isaac Paredes arrives on the North Side of Ch...
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    • 2 years ago
    50:35
    Discussing Chicago Cubs trade deadline moves, prospects, and future stars
    On the latest Cubs Talk Podcast, host James Neveau is joined by Greg Huss, host of the Cubs on Deck Podcast and co-founder of NorthsideBound.com, to dive deep into the Cubs' strategy and future. They ...
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    • 2 years ago
    32:38
    Cubs draft analysis and first-half season breakdown
    On the latest Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi and Nate Poppen dive into the Cubs' selection of Cam Smith from Florida State with the 14th pick and whether he's truly a third baseman (0:54). They tackl...
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    • 2 years ago
    35:59
    Shota Imanaga the All-Star and Nico Hoerner the trade candidate?
    James Neveau and Leila Rahimi run through a jampacked week in Cubs baseball, starting with Shota Imanaga's selection to the All-Star Game. The duo chats about his incredible rookie season, and shares ...
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    • 2 years ago
    44:47
    Cubs put up lackluster performance vs. Brewers, can they pull out of the tailspin they are in?
    Leila Rahimi and James Neveau break down the Cubs' series loss against the Milwaukee Brewers and the sad state of the team as July begins. They discuss the lackluster performances of key players, the ...
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    • 2 years ago
    39:18
    A painful week in San Francisco, and our Cubs’ midseason award winners
    The Cubs Talk podcast takes another look at the struggling North Siders as they drop three-of-four to the Giants and hit the halfway mark of their season. James Neveau and Peter Marzano discuss the sh...
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    • 2 years ago
    45:36
    Cubs Talk breaks down Kyle Hendricks and Ian Happ’s resurgences, Hector Neris’ status
    For the first time in a month, the Cubs have won a three-game series, and James Neveau, Nate Poppen and Peter Marzano break it all down. Kyle Hendricks’ dramatic improvement in June is showcased, alon...
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    • 2 years ago
    44:44
    Can Craig Counsell, Cubs save spiraling season?
    In a subdued Cubs Talk podcast, James Neveau and Peter Marzano ask the question that's on everybody's minds: Can the 2024 Cubs pull out of their tailspin and make the playoffs? The guys break down the...
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    • 2 years ago
    32:46
    Can Cubs inconsistent offense and Pete Crow-Armstrong’s return to the Cubs
    On the latest Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi and Peter Marzano review and break down the Brewers series and the issues that are being exposed including the lack of consistent hitting (1:00). Have the...
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    • 2 years ago
    36:17
    Struggling Cubs can’t hit, but is there still reason for optimism?
    In this edition of the Cubs Talk podcast, Leila Rahimi and James Neveau discuss the offensively challenged Cubs after a painful week against the Pirates and Braves. Cody Bellinger, Ian Happ and Michae...
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    • 2 years ago
    38:43
    Cubs in crisis: Navigating injuries and offensive struggles
    On this episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi and Peter Marzano dive into the Cubs' injury woes, highlighting their impact on the team's performance. From Dansby Swanson's placement on the in...
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    • 2 years ago
    35:30
    Cubs ride through ups and downs, embrace successes of Shota Imanaga, Javier Assad
    In today's episode of the Cubs Talk podcast, Leila Rahimi and James Neveau try to figure out what to think of the team after a homestand of mixed results. They praise the team's dominant starting pitc...
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    • 2 years ago
    43:46
    Chicago Cubs’ Big Apple Showdown: Strengths, Weaknesses & Bullpen Woes!
    The Cubs split a riveting four-game series in New York against the Mets that exposed some of the team's most notable strengths and weaknesses. Peter Marzano and Leila Rahimi recap four games in the Bi...
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    • 2 years ago
    38:53
    Cubs battle through injuries to hot start, but how will they respond with tough schedule ahead?
    Peter Marzano and Nate Poppen talk recent roster moves that include Kyle Hendricks heading to the injured list and a callup of first base prospect Matt Mervis as the Cubs wrap up their homestand, whil...
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    • 2 years ago
    44:15
    Michael Busch powers road trip, but how worried should fans be about Kyle Hendricks?
    The Cubs are back home, and James Neveau and Peter Marzano are breaking down their recent West Coast road trip. Series victories over Seattle and Arizona are broken down, as is the performance of the ...
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    • 2 years ago
    38:17
    Cubs Talk breaks down season-opening homestand, injury updates for key players
    In today's Cubs Talk podcast, James Neveau and Peter Marzano discuss the team's 5-1 homestand, with big wins over the Rockies and Dodgers (1:00). They evaluate the team's plate approach so far this se...
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    • 2 years ago
    45:47
    Cubs Talk Podcast: Live from Wrigley Field
    On a special edition of Cubs Talk, Leila Rahimi and James Neveau are live from Wrigley Field ahead of Opening Day. They discuss the Cubs' rotation after Justin Steele's injury, and break down the open...
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    • 2 years ago
    30:07
    2024 MLB Season Preview: Can the Chicago Cubs clinch the division?
    The wait is over! Dive into the ultimate breakdown of the 2024 Cubs season with the Cubs Talk Podcast! Join James Neveau and Peter Marzano as they dissect every aspect of the team's potential triumph....
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    • 2 years ago
    50:29
    Craig Counsell sets Opening Day rotation, and what can we expect of Shota Imanaga?
    On today's Cubs Talk podcast, James Neveau and Nate Poppen react to Craig Counsell's decision to include Jordan Wicks and Javier Assad in the team's Opening Day rotation. They set their expectations f...
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    • 2 years ago
    39:55
    Jameson Taillon in doubt for Opening Day and other Cubs insights with Meghan Montemurro
    On today's Cubs Talk podcast, Leila Rahimi and James Neveau talk to Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune about all the latest happenings in Mesa. Meghan breaks down the latest injury news on James...
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    • 2 years ago
    32:34
    Cody Bellinger’s debut, prospect breakdown and a David Bote return
    On this edition of the Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi and James Neveau discuss Cody Bellinger's debut at Spring Training and the plan for him this season (1:07). Later on in the pod, they break down ...
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    • 2 years ago
    41:53
    Implications of Cody Bellinger signing with the Cubs
    On a new Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi, Peter Marzano and Nate Poppen discuss the implications of Cody Bellinger's signing with the Cubs and how the deal got done (1:09). Later, they discuss Jed Hoy...
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    • 2 years ago
    45:32
    Cubs, Cody Bellinger agree to three-year deal
    On a special episode of the Cubs Talk podcast, James Neveau and Peter Marzano discuss the return of Cody Bellinger. The duo chats about the structure of the deal, what it tells us about Jed Hoyer's ne...
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    • 2 years ago
    32:35
    Cubs owner Tom Ricketts talks Cody Bellinger and spending
    On a new Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi, James Neveau and Peter Marzano discuss and break down Cubs owner Tom Ricketts' media availability. They discuss the most glaring statements made by Ricketts (...
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    • 2 years ago
    44:30
    Craig Counsell already making an impact at Spring Training
    Cubs Spring Training is set to begin and to get you prepped and ready the Cubs Talk crew is joined by NBC 5 Sports anchor Mike Berman from Scottsdale, Arizona. The crew discusses new manager Craig Cou...
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    • 2 years ago
    36:15
    PECOTA unkind to North Siders, so is it time to hard-charge Bellinger signing?
    In today's Cubs Talk podcast, James Neveau and Peter Marzano discuss Baseball Prospectus' PECOTA projections for the 2024 Cubs. Do they buy the Cubs as an 80-win team, and are they really second-best ...
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    • 2 years ago
    34:58
    As free agents sign, are Cubs missing chance to make impactful offseason additions?
    On this episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi, Nate Poppen and Peter Marzano discuss the most recent free agent signings and what it means for the Chicago Cubs. They break down Rhys Hoskins s...
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    • 2 years ago
    41:46
    Thoughts on Cody Bellinger future with Cubs, Christopher Morel and more with Maddie Lee
    On a post-convention edition of the Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi, Peter Marzano and James Neveau welcome Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times to talk about the North Siders. Cody Bellinger's future ...
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    • 2 years ago
    47:44
    BREAKING NEWS: Shōta Imanaga reportedly signs with Cubs
    On a special "THEY FINALLY DID A THING" edition of Cubs Talk, Leila Rahimi, James Neveau and Nate Poppen break down the reported signing of Shōta Imanaga (00:33). They examine how his pitch arsenal co...
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    • 2 years ago
    36:52
    New year, same quiet offseason for the Chicago Cubs
    It may be 2024, but things are feeling an awful lot like 2023 for the Cubs, as Leila Rahimi, James Neveau and Peter Marzano talk about the lack of action on the free-agent market for the North Siders....
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    • 2 years ago
    37:13
    Bueller? Bueller? Evaluating Cody Bellinger’s status as Cubs continue quiet offseason
    On this episode of the Cubs Talk podcast, Leila Rahimi, James Neveau and Peter Marzano discuss the Cubs' continued quiet offseason. With the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees adding outfielders, ...
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    • 2 years ago
    45:26
    What is taking so long in MLB free agency, trade market?
    Cubs fans are understandably feeling a bit Scrooge-like this holiday season, with the team biding their time before making any sort of freea gent moves. Leila Rahimi, Peter Marzano, Nate Poppen and Ja...
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    • 2 years ago
    45:26
    How do Cubs proceed after Shohei Ohtani signs with Dodgers?
    In this episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, James Neveau, Peter Marzano and Nate Poppen react to Shohei Ohtani landing with the Dodgers. Are the Dodgers the team to beat in the National League? What sho...
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    • 2 years ago
    41:31
    Winter meetings a strikeout for Cubs, most of MLB
    On a new Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi and James Neveau break down the news, or lack thereof, from baseball's winter meetings. With Shohei Ohtani still making a decision, the Cubs seemingly out on J...
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    • 2 years ago
    39:18
    Recapping our favorite moments from the Cubs’ 2023 season
    In a special Cubs Talk podcast, James Neveau and Peter Marzano kick their feet up by the fire and recap their favorite moments from the 2023 season. Christopher Morel's walkoff against the White Sox, ...
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    • 2 years ago
    30:14
    Will the Cubs make massive free agent splash at Winter Meetings?
    Leila Rahimi, Nate Poppen and James Neveau have your full preview of baseball's Winter Meetings. The trio discusses the latest news connecting Shohei Ohtani to the Cubs and whether they think the bigg...
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    • 2 years ago
    45:18
    First impressions of new Cubs’ manager Craig Counsell
    On this episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi and Peter Marzano recap Craig Counsell’s introductory press conference. They also discuss Craig Counsell finishing second in the NL Manager of th...
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    • 2 years ago
    42:14
    More Craig Counsell reaction, sour grapes from Brewers’ ownership and our MLB free agency wish lists
    On this episode of the Cubs Talk podcast, Leila Rahimi, James Neveau and Nate Poppen offer their thoughts on Craig Counsell, and what it tells us about the Cubs (1:21). They also discuss Jed Hoyer's r...
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    • 2 years ago
    56:29
    Craig Counsell in, David Ross out in stunning managerial move
    On an emergency edition of the Cubs Talk podcast, James Neveau and Peter Marzano react to the Cubs' hiring of Craig Counsell as their new manager. They discuss what it means for the franchise, as well...
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    • 2 years ago
    31:02
    MLB free agency looms, and Cody Bellinger wins NL Comeback Player of the Year
    On this episode of the Cubs Talk podcast, Leila Rahimi and James Neveau discuss the return of former hitting coach John Mallee. The duo also discusses upcoming free agency, and how the team should app...
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    • 2 years ago
    43:30
    As Cubs negotiate Kyle Hendricks’ extension, should team consider other options?
    On this episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi, James Neveau, Nate Poppen and Peter Marzano discuss the MLB playoffs and a pair of Game 7's in the LCS (1:26). They then transition to Cubs news...
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    • 2 years ago
    46:57
    Cubs snag Gold Glove noms, Craig Breslow interviews with Boston, Kyle Schwarber sets playoff record
    On this episode of the Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi, Peter Marzano and Nate Poppen discuss the Cubs' Gold Glove nominations (1:16). They also talk about Cubs' Assistant General Manager/Vice Preside...
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    • 2 years ago
    43:28
    How will Cubs’ approach arbitration for Patrick Wisdom, Nick Madrigal and more
    In the latest edition of the Cubs Talk Podcast, James Neveau, Peter Marzano and Nate Poppen discuss the nine Cubs players eligible for arbitration. While Justin Steele will naturally be back, what abo...
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    • 2 years ago
    52:07
    Offseason rumor mill begins with Cody Bellinger, Pete Alonso talk
    In today's Cubs Talk podcast, the crew discusses the team's late season collapse. They also react to Jed Hoyer's comments on David Ross and Cody Bellinger, and ponder reports linking Pete Alonso and t...
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    • 2 years ago
    53:51
    Will the Cubs reach the playoffs, and who should they want to take on?
    In this episode of the Cubs Talk podcast, Leila Rahimi, James Neveau and Peter Marzano break down the final week of the 2023 season for the Cubs. Can they reach the playoffs? Who will help get them th...
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    • 2 years ago
    45:13
    Should David Ross’ job be on the line if Cubs don’t make playoffs?
    The Cubs have lost 8 of their last 10 games, including their most recent three-game series loss to the Diamondback. On the latest Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rehimi and James Neveau break down what went ...
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    • 2 years ago
    51:02
    Playoff chase update, Justin Steele’s Cy Young case and more
    In a jam-packed Cubs Talk, we examine the Cubs' playoff chances with 15 games left, Justin Steele's chances at a Cy Young Award, and the debut of Pete Crow-Armstrong. The group also discusses speculat...
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    • 2 years ago
    45:29
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