Bricks and Bleachers Podcast

3 weeks into the 2024 campaign and the Cubs look pretty sharp. Far from perfect, but have to be happy with an 11-7 record. Injuries are piling up all across the league, including for the Cubs. Latest on that. Plus, a recap of the just-completed West Coast road trip. Preview of this afternoon's game with the Marlins, a look ahead at the weekend series. Finally, news and notes from around Major League Baseball with our This And That segment.

Here we go! The Chicago Cubs begin the 2024 season in a few hours. We'll get you caught up with who's made the cut, make some Cubs predictions for the year ahead, share news from around Major League Baseball and more.

Here we go! Another Chicago Cubs season is upon us. Spring Training is underway with the first ST game just 3 days away. We'll recap Cubs offseason signings, the standoff with Cody Bellinger, early Spring Training observations, first look at NL Central predictions and news and notes from around Major League Baseball.

The Chicago Cubs dropped some news yesterday: a new leader in the clubhouse. Craig Counsell joins the Cubs as manager, a huge upgrade. Starting to see early offseason player moves. Let's review the priority list for this offseason. Plus, This and That -- a look at news from around Major League Baseball.

Here we go! The long season is entering its homestretch. 33 games remain and the Cubs are currently a postseason team. But, the road to the finish is a tough one. More than half of the remaining schedule is against teams also vying for the postseason. An impressive debut for Jordan Wicks. Latest on the Cubs rotation and outfield struggles. Plus, news and notes from around Major League Baseball with our This and That segment.

Two months ago, the Chicago Cubs were the worst team in the National League. Now, they're red-hot and have climbed into position for the third and final wild-card position in the National League. We examine the one major turning point, review the Trade Deadline, News and Notes from around Major League Baseball and more.

The Chicago Cubs are trying to get back to .500...but is it too little, too late? Trade Deadline is only a few days away....Cody Bellinger continues to prove his worth, so why not keep him? What was great about Saturday's batting order, a look at news and notes from around MLB and more.

The All-Star break is complete and the second half of the season started last night. We'll recap last night and feature some first half highlights. Trade Deadline is quickly approaching, who's on the move? The Cubs have a favorable portion of the schedule when they need it most. Plus, news and notes from around Major League Baseball with our News and Notes segment.

Just over 3 weeks into the 2023 season and the Chicago Cubs are looking pretty good. 12-7 heading into Saturday, but could realistically be 14-5. Two blown saves highlight the glaring need for a solid closer. Drew Smyly almost pulled off a perfect game yesterday at Wrigley Field. Cubs offense is as hot and consistent as it has been in many years. News and notes from around Major League Baseball. A look at what's next for the Cubs.

The 2023 Major League Baseball season is underway. The Chicago Cubs have a lot of new names on the roster. We'll recap the additions. Also, talk about new rules intended to make the game better. How good will Marcus Stroman be for the Cubs in 2023, that's one of the predictions. Plus, news and notes from around the league.

It's homestretch time. 6 games and the Cincinnati Reds are all that stand between the Chicago Cubs and the offseason. Even with nothing to play for, the Cubs are ending the season a high note. Rare praise for David Ross. Spoiler for the Phillies? Postseason recap. And more.

We're just past the midpoint of the 2022 season. A recap of Dodgers and Orioles series, update on the injury front, news and notes from the majors, and more.

How good are the Chicago Cubs? Most say "not very", I'm saying "not bad, but probably just .500". That said, the Cubs are offense is near the top of several offensive categories in recent weeks. Plus, the excitement of the recent callup of Christopher Morel and today's debut of Caleb Killian.

The Cubs still have one of the worst records in the league, but they have been playing better in recent days. A recap of a successful west coast road trip, starting rotation notes, a possible demotion, another Cubs minor league no-hitter and a great collection of MLB news and notes in our This and That segment.

3 off days this week for the Cubs as they take on the Dodgers this weekend at Wrigley Field. After starting 6-4, Cubs have the 5th worst record in the majors. Offense struggles aren't the only issue. A quick look back at the rivalry series with the White Sox. News and notes from across Major League Baseball. And more.

The Chicago Cubs have been around nearly 150 years, but they did something this weekend for the first time in franchise history. Plus, recap of the weekend series with Pittsburgh, highs and lows so far, This and That, plus a look ahead.

The 2022 Chicago Cubs season is underway! Here's a recap of the opening weekend, a look at the week ahead, a review of the active roster, plus an overview of what's new this season.

Yes...the 2022 Major League Baseball season is on! A full 162-game season is good to go. The 99-day lockout is over. What's next for the Chicago Cubs? And the league overall? We make sense of things as best we can hours after the agreement is announced. Opening Day is less than one month away!

Jed Hoyer has added to his front office team, cherry-picking from 2 successful organizations. 2022 ticket pricing, news and notes from around the league and a preview of the World Series.

Cubs finish the season taking 2 of 3 in St Louis. A look back at surprises, a quick early preview, best guesses on roster for 2022, This and That with news from around the league, plus a preview of the MLB Postseason.