Cubs Weekly

2016 World Series MVP Ben Zobrist drops by the Cubs Weekly Podcast to chat with Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki about a wide array of topics, including being back at Cubs Convention and interacting with fans.

Zobrist tells the story about his free agency journey to the Cubs, what Joe Maddon meant to him as both a player and a person and how the team dealt with the organization's World Series drought.

Of course, there was plenty of Game 7 talk, as Zobrist broke down his championship-winning hit and what he remembers about those epic moments that will echo throughout eternity for the Cubs franchise.

The 14-year MLB veteran also reflected back on some of the highlights of his playing days, including the unique way he ended his career.

On the day of the Cubs' first official workout for pitchers and catchers, Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki discuss the vibe around camp, where nearly every position player has shown up early. It's Craig Counsell's first camp as Cubs manager and he's already making his presence known in Arizona.

As Jed Hoyer, Carter Hawkins and Counsell kicked off the start of spring with a press conference and players began to meet with the media, one name continues to surface: Cody Bellinger. What is the update on Bellinger's situation and how are the Cubs pivoting as he remains a free agent?

Hoyer left the door open for potentially more additions to the roster but the Cubs are also banking on internal improvements. Who are some players that could take the next step in 2024? Plus, are external projections for win totals for the Cubs accurate?

On the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast, Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki debate a quintet of hot button issues surrounding this team. Topics include the bullpen, the offense, the rotation, the catching spot and whether or not the Cubs are set up to make the playoffs in 2025.

Plus, Martínez and Andracki pick their 2024 Cubs Awards, including:

-MVP

-Cy Young

-Rookie of the Year

-Best Moment

-Most important on-field development

-Most impactful roster move

-Biggest surprise

Elise Menaker joins Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki on the latest Cubs Weekly Podcast to discuss her career journey to this point and being a part in a historic Cubs broadcast on Marquee.

Plus, why does it feel like every Cubs game is Groundhog Day right now? What does the offense do to get out of this 2-month-long funk?

Our panel analyzes the recent stretch and what to make of this team over halfway into the season.

Alec Mills was money Sunday afternoon against the Brewers, throwing the 16th no-hitter in Cubs franchise history. It was a huge performance both for Mills and for the team with two weeks remaining on the calendar.

It was also the perfect way to cap off a weekend that will go down in Cubs lore, beginning with Jason Heyward's clutch 3-run homer that spurred an incredible comeback off Josh Hader Saturday night in Milwaukee. 

Our Cubs Weekly Podcast crew (host Cole Wright, Tony Andracki and Andy Martinez) break down the wild weekend at "Wrigley North" and take a look at what it all means for the playoff picture down the stretch.