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North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs Podcast
North Side Territory is your go-to podcast on the Chicago Cubs. Hosted by Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma, NST brings you inside info and analysis on the Cubbies all year long. North Side Territory is part of the Foul Territory Network: Baseball the way it should be covered!
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North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastThe trade deadline chatter around the Cubs is picking up
The Brewers will not let up, forcing the Cubs to stay on top of their game and turning this into a true division race. With the July 31 trade deadline fast…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs news and notes: The latest on Kyle Tucker and their trade chips for the deadline
Looking ahead to the second half, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain what Kyle Tucker has brought to the Cubs and the expectations that…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs mailbag: Trade deadline, Jed Hoyer’s future, pitching outlook and more
With the All-Star break almost over, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney answer questions from listeners about the Cubs’ plans for the trade…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs’ second-half guide: Trade deadline, stars to watch and more
The Cubs should enjoy their All-Star break, because they will be immediately tested. From a Brewers team that won’t go away to a pressure-packed trade deadline…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastWhat the Cubs are trying to accomplish at the trade deadline
Through their reporting, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney have some on the names on Chicago’s radar as the baseball industry approaches the July 31 trade…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs president Jed Hoyer visits North Side Territory ahead of the trade deadline
It’s that time of year. Cubs officials are simultaneously preparing for the 2025 MLB Draft and the July 31 trade deadline. For insights and perspective on…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastTrade deadline plans, All-Star picks and more takeaways from Wrigley Field
The Cubs put on a great show over the holiday weekend, dominating the Cardinals on the Fourth of July and “Sunday Night Baseball.” The Athletic’s Sahadev…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastTrade deadline preview: The Cubs will be ultra-aggressive
As a first-place team on the Fourth of July, the Cubs already know what direction they’re heading, planning to make big moves at the trade deadline at the end…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastWill more Cubs join Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker at the All-Star Game?
With two-thirds of the National League’s starting outfield, the Cubs will be well-represented at Major League Baseball’s showcase event. But Pete…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastThe Cubs will have money for the trade deadline. What about Kyle Tucker?
At the beginning of July, the Cubs are in a prime position to add at the trade deadline. Jed Hoyer, the club’s president of baseball operations, confirmed his…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastThe Cubs at the halfway point: Big expectations for what’s next
After 81 games, the Cubs are leading their division and fueling hopes for October baseball at Wrigley Field. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastA low point for Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Cubs
During this high-flying season, Pete Crow-Armstrong has established himself as a legitimate MVP candidate who does so many things the right way for a…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastThe current state of the Cubs-Cardinals rivalry
With a four-game series unfolding at Busch Stadium, The Athletic’s Katie Woo, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney get together for a crossover episode of North…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastAll the Cubs angles to the stunning Rafael Devers trade
A blockbuster deal between the Red Sox and Giants doesn’t necessarily mean that the trade market is about to heat up, but it does reframe certain things for…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastPete Crow-Armstrong keeps putting on a show (just not at the Home Run Derby)
Though Pete Crow-Armstrong says he’s not interested in participating in the Home Run Derby this summer, it’s clear that people want to see “PCA” running around…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs news and notes: Kyle Tucker, Shota Imanaga and more from Wrigley Field
While the offense has certainly cooled off, the Cubs have actually extended their lead in the division, which is a sign of a good team. The Athletic’s Sahadev…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs prospect watch, looking ahead to trade deadline
With the Cubs expected to be big buyers at the July 31 trade deadline, now is a good time to check in on their prospects and see what they will have to offer…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs mailbag: Dealing with the Marlins plus more on roster additions and lineup questions
With the trade deadline approaching, listeners are curious about Sandy Alcantara as well as Jed Hoyer’s previous discussions with Miami’s front office. The…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastThe X-factors that explain the Cubs right now
After a relatively easy May, the Cubs are facing much tougher tests during these road series in Detroit and Philadelphia. The experience should benefit the…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastWith best record in NL, Cubs keep taking care of business
Good teams are supposed to beat bad teams, so you can’t ding the Cubs for taking advantage of a weaker part of the schedule, especially when those missed…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs mailbag: Will this be the most aggressive team at the trade deadline?
It’s still relatively early, but it’s already clear that the Cubs are planning to buy at the July 31 deadline and trade for the finishing pieces to a…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastKyle Tucker’s status and what we’ve learned about the Cubs
The biggest headline at the moment is Kyle Tucker’s injury scare. But two-plus months into the season, there is a lot for Cubs fans to like about this…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs All-Quarter Century Team
How would you put together a roster of the best Cubs players since 2000? Spinning off a project for The Athletic, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney do just…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs mailbag: Cade Horton, Matt Shaw, trade deadline and more
As the Cubs continue to roll, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney take questions from listeners and explain what’s making this first-place team…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastSizing up the Cubs with one-third of the season completed
It’s time to break down a first-place team that is exceeding all expectations. What has gone right? And what could go wrong? The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs vs. Reds as the division race picks up speed
Fifty games into the season, the Cubs are 10 over .500 and leading the National League Central. The Reds, however, could be a problem. For a scouting report on…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastPete Crow-Armstrong is built for this
Undeniably, the breakout star of this Cubs season is Pete Crow-Armstrong, who is quickly gaining notice beyond Wrigley Field and becoming one of the most…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs give Matt Shaw another chance to show he belongs
The Cubs didn’t really hesitate last month when they demoted Matt Shaw, the club’s Opening Day third baseman and top prospect heading into the season. After a…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs mailbag: Now what would a Pete Crow-Armstrong extension look like?
As Pete Crow-Armstrong blossoms into one of the game’s most exciting players, it’s worth revisiting why contract talks were tabled and how both sides view the…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastJustin Turner finally has his big moment as a Cub
This is exactly why the Cubs wanted Justin Turner on their team. And this is exactly what Turner needed after a brutal start to the season had some people…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastMoisés Ballesteros is coming to Wrigley Field
In what’s becoming a regular occurrence, the Cubs are calling up another elite prospect to make his major-league debut. To get you prepared for Moisés…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastThe scouting report on Cade Horton
With top pitching prospect Cade Horton lined up to make his major-league debut on Saturday night in New York, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastHow can the Cubs fix their closer situation?
After a historically bad outing, it’s back to the drawing board for Ryan Pressly. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney break down what’s going on…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastWith Shota Imanaga out, Cade Horton could be next up in Cubs rotation
Already down one All-Star pitcher, the Cubs will again have to reshape the top of their rotation now that Shota Imanaga has joined Justin Steele on the injured…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs mailbag: When is Cade Horton coming to Chicago?
With the Cubs off to a great start, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney open up the inbox to field questions from listeners and look ahead to what’s around the…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs hitting coach Dustin Kelly joins North Side Territory
With the offense rolling through the first month of the season, Cubs hitting coach Dustin Kelly joins Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney of The Athletic for a…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastWhat we learned about the Cubs in April
After the Cubs passed baseball’s most difficult opening test, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney share their takeaways from the first month of…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastDo the Cubs have the best offense in baseball?
It’s not a silly question to ask at this early stage of the season. The numbers are off the charts. The entertainment value is back at Wrigley Field. And Kyle…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastWrigley Field is rocking again
Once again, the Cubs are becoming a must-see attraction. In a city that desperately wants to see a winner, and an iconic stadium that lacked buzz in recent…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastHow to fix the Cubs bullpen
Good starting pitching and an explosive offense have masked some of the issues with Chicago’s bullpen. A winning record and an early lead in the division have…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs officials showing sense of urgency with roster
By demoting Matt Shaw to the minors, Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer and manager Craig Counsell demonstrated that their patience will not be…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastWhy the Cubs and Pete Crow-Armstrong tabled contract talks
After exchanging extension proposals around the start of the season, Cubs officials and Pete Crow-Armstrong’s camp decided to hold off and focus on the season…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastJustin Steele’s season is over
The bad news coming out of Dodger Stadium overshadowed the Cubs winning two of three games against the defending World Series champs. All-Star pitcher Justin…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs Mailbag: Justin Steele, trade deadline and more
With the Cubs on the West Coast, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney answer questions from fans about what’s next. The Athletic writers have the latest from…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs news and notes: Justin Steele’s setback
A good start has been interrupted by the injury news regarding an All-Star pitcher. Still, the Cubs are in decent shape after the season’s first homestand at…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastWhat Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s deal means for Kyle Tucker
The impact of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s 14-year, $500 million megadeal will be felt in Chicago as Kyle Tucker has already started to put together a potential…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastThe Cubs are back for another season at Wrigley
Shota Imanaga again pitched like an ace in the franchise’s 150th home opener. Kyle Tucker continues to show why he might be the sport’s No. 1 free agent next…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastWhy is payroll such an ongoing story for the Cubs?
The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney dig into the franchise’s situation, which has impacted the rebuild the Cubs once refused to call a rebuild…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs takeaways: As advertised, Kyle Tucker is a star
After a circuitous road trip to start the season, the Cubs return to Wrigley Field with some momentum and the type of player they’ve been lacking in recent…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastReactions to Opening Day 2.0
After their disappointing showing in the Tokyo Series, the Cubs restarted their regular season with a much-needed win over the Diamondbacks. The Athletic’s…
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Bold predictions for a Cubs season that won't be boring
The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney sit down for the insiders’ look at how this year could unfold in Wrigleyville. Who’s on the hot seat? What are…
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Previewing another Opening Day
The Cubs wrapped up spring training with a series of roster decisions and an 0-2 record in real games. Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney, The Athletic’s Cubs…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastNews and notes before the next Opening Day
With the Tokyo Series behind them, the Cubs are already back to work in Arizona. Looking ahead, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney break down a…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastHow the Cubs became a destination for Japanese players
It wasn’t an accident that the Cubs were picked for the Tokyo Series. While the Dodgers are still the preeminent team in Japan, the Cubs have spent years…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastNo Opening Day overreactions and more from the Tokyo Dome
The Cubs’ opener was a little sloppy and kind of boring, but this event is truly more than just a game. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma joins Patrick Mooney from…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastTokyo Mailbag: Cubs bonding, pitching depth and concerns and more
Craig Counsell has made it clear from the start of spring training that the Cubs are going to use their Japan trip as a bonding experience. Finally here and…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastThe Cubs have landed in Japan!
And so has Sahadev Sharma, who’s on the ground in Tokyo, joining Patrick Mooney ahead of a showcase event for Major League Baseball and Nippon Professional…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastMatt Shaw makes the squad
After a few twists and turns, the Cubs landed on bringing their top prospect to Japan and almost certainly making him a big part of their Opening Day roster…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastCubs mailbag: What’s the payroll moving forward?
As Opening Day comes into focus, Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney answer questions from listeners. Once again, the Cubs’ spending pattern is a topic of…
North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs PodcastDecisions looming as Cubs prepare for Opening Day
Spring training has largely gone according to plan for a Cubs team that has high expectations. But those vibes are always subject to change. The Athletic’s…