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Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Cubs
Locked On Cubs podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Chicago Cubs and Major League Baseball. Hosts Matt Cozzi and Sam Olbur, lifelong fans, lead the Locked On Cubs podcast and provide your daily Cubs fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Cubs franchise and the goings on from the friendly confines of Wrigley. Locked On Cubs podcast takes you beyond the scoreboard for the…
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Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsWrigley Field Weather Is IMPOSSIBLE To Predict For Chicago Cubs!
Matt and Sam talk about the inconsistency of the Wrigley Winds and how it impacts what the Cubs do in the off-season. They also talk about other teams in the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsNico Hoerner Will REBOUND For Chicago Cubs in 2027.
Matt and Sam discuss Nico Hoerner's 2026 season and give it a grade. They also dive into some Marquee network conversation. The show closes with a World Series…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs should KEEP Carson Kelly | Matt Painter joins again!
Carson Kelly is a free agent and Miguel Amaya is a backup, so who will start for the Cubs at catcher in 2027? Plus: Purdue men's basketball coach Matt Painter…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPurdue Head Basketball Coach MATT PAINTER joins Locked On Cubs!
Purdue men's basketball coach Matt Painter - who is also a diehard Cubs fan - joins the show to discuss the 2026 Cubs and more. Plus: Updating the top moments…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsHas The Dansby Swanson Deal Been WORTH It So Far For Chicago Cubs?
Sam and Matt discuss Dansby Swanson's 2026 season and give it a grade. They also ponder if he's been worth the $ so far in a Cubs uniform. The show closes with…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPete Crow-Armstrong Is The Best Baseball Player In the World.
Sam and Matt grade PCAs 2026 season. They talk about the historic context of what he did and then close the show with some fun 0-100 topics Support Us By…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsMichael Busch With POWER OUTAGE For Chicago Cubs in 2026
Sam and Matt discuss Michael Busch's 2026 season and give him a grade. They also talk about if he could be traded or not in the off-season. The Show wraps with…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs need to be DONE with Ian Happ
Ian Happ was rough offensively and elite defensively for the Cubs in 2026. What grade did he earn? Plus: Happ's outlook for 2027, David Ross might interview…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsAlex Bregman PROPELS Chicago Cubs as TOP 3B in baseball
Alex Bregman put together a solid season in his first year with the Cubs. What grade did he earn? What is his outlook for 2027? Plus: Why David Stearns should…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsSteven Kwan would be THRILLING addition for Chicago Cubs
Steven Kwan is entering the final year of his contract with the Guardians in 2027 and the Cubs could be in the mix to acquire the All-Star outfielder. How much…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCraig Counsell Had A GOOD Year For Chicago Cubs
Sam and Matt give Craig Counsell his season grade. They also discuss the many Gold Glove candidates the Chicago Cubs have. The show closes with a discussion…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsDo the Chicago Cubs NEED To Bring Back Seiya Suzuki?
Sam and Matt discuss the Cubs free agents and if there is anyone they need to bring back. They also give Jed Hoyer a 2026 season grade and go over the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs have DAUNTING PATH for 2027
The Cubs have a daunting path to winning in 2027 based on three things: clear needs especially in the rotation and bullpen, a thin free agent market, and the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsMeet the FREE AGENT options for the Chicago Cubs
The free agent market is thin at the top but there are options at positions of need for the Cubs. Who are they? Who could be the top targets? Plus: Why Freddy…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs have TONS of free agents this offseason
The Cubs could have upwards of 15 unrestricted free agents this offseason. Who are candidates to re-sign? Could Seiya Suzuki return? Plus: The current roster…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsTom Ricketts NOT To Blame For Failed Chicago Cubs Season
Sam and Matt discuss why Tom Ricketts is NOT to blame for the Cubs struggles and also why Craig Counsell is also not the problem but probably isn't the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsBiggest Surprises And Disappointments for 2026 Chicago Cubs
Matt and sam discuss the biggest surprises and disappointments from the 2026 Cubs season. They also have some fun back and fourth about the playoffs and who's…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsJed Hoyer has NEVER built a complete team for Chicago Cubs
Cubs president Jed Hoyer held his end-of-season press conference last week, but it was more dispiriting than encouraging. Plus: Hoyer has failed to built a…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsThe 2026 Chicago Cubs Season Was A FAILURE!
Sam and Matt talk about why the Cubs failed in 2026. They discuss the offensive struggles and why it is NOT PCA's fault. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsSEASON OVER for the Chicago Cubs
The 2026 season is over for the Cubs following a 4-1 loss to the Padres in the second game of the Wild Card Series. What happened? Plus: Multiple players go 0…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs season is OVER. Lifeless effort from lineup in 4-1 season ending L
Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman couldn't buy a hit, Clay Holmes didn't even make an appearance, and Nico Hoerner got the only extra-base hit for the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsThe Chicago Cubs ABSOLUTELY EMBARRASSED By The Padres
Sam and Matt discuss maybe the worst playoff performance in Cubs History. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs just AWFUL in 1st WC game. Lose 8-0 to the San Diego Padres
The Chicago Cubs nearly got no-hit by the San Diego Padres in the 1st wild card game, Matthew Boyd gave up 3 homers, Craig Counsell burned through his bullpen…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs MUST SCORE EARLY to beat the Padres
The Cubs play the Padres in the Wild Card Series. How can the Cubs win? Who are the key players? Who is in the rotation and bullpen? Plus: What to expect from…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOOR finish to the season for Chicago Cubs
The stretch run of the season did not go well for the Cubs, who are 15-20 since August 19. What happened the last six weeks? What happened the final series?…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs Are Postseason Bound Behind Historic Season From Pete Crow-Armstrong
Sam and Matt discuss the Cubs clinching the playoffs + a wild series coming up in Boston. They then visit the Wild card standings and where Cubs stand. Indeed…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs LOSE AGAIN with schedule chaos looming
The Cubs are missing an opportunity to seal their Wild Card fate following another loss to the Marlins. Plus: The Cubs/Red Sox series is in doubt because of…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST The Chicago Cubs lose AGAIN to the Miami Marlins, still waiting to clinch postseason
Kevin Gausman was excellent for the Chicago Cubs until he gave up 2 run HR, but the story is once again Craig Counsell's lineup that goes 1-8 with RISP as the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsBARSTOOL BIG CAT Joins Locked On Cubs + Chicago Cubs AWFUL Loss!
Sam is joined by Barstool Big Cat to talk everything Cubs. Sam also opens the show after an absurdly bad loss. He discusses what went wrong. Support Us By…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: Tied 2-2 going into the 12th, the Chicago Cubs lose 8-2??
Shota Imanga, Ryan Zeferjahn, Daniel Palencia and Ryan Rolison were nails for the Chicago Cubs, but the lineup goes 1-18 with RISP and were tied with the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsWhat Would Make the 2026 Chicago Cubs a SUCCESS + Alex Bregman Update
Sam and Matt discuss the news on Alex Bregman. Then they break down what the Cubs have to do to consider this season a success. The Show closes with a bullpen…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs in the DRIVERS SEAT for Wild Card
Find out why the Cubs are in a good position for the top spot in the Wild Card standings. Plus: Cubs have won three series in a row, Pete Crow-Armstrong…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs bullpen HOLDS, homers from Dansby Swanson & Michael Busch led to W!
Michael Busch & Dansby Swanson go deep, Matthew Boyd was pretty solid tonight and then the combination of Daniel Palencia, Aaron Civale, Ryan Zeferjahn & Ryan…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs had PLENTY of chances, but couldn't get the big hit in 6-4 loss
The Chicago Cubs had multiple chances for big innings but couldn't get that big hit they needed vs the Reds in their 6-4 loss. Clay Holmes walks also really…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsSensational season for Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Chicago Cubs
Pete Crow-Armstrong is having one of the best seasons in Cubs history. Plus: Alex Bregman is also one of the best players in baseball this season, evaluating…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsAlex Bregman and Pete Crow-Armstrong Are CARRYING The Chicago Cubs
Sam and Matt discuss a nice Cubs series win and how incredible the Cubs dynamic duo has been. Will it matter? Sam and Matt discuss the Cubs ongoing Bullpen…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: Pete Crow-Armstrong makes Chicago Cubs HISTORY & the Cubs win 8-4 vs the Braves
Pete Crow-Armstrong makes Chicago Cubs history, hitting most home runs ever for a lefty in a single season! Alex Bregman has 3 hits and 4 RBIs & Shota Imanaga…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsThe Chicago Cubs Have ZERO Bullpen Identity
Another day, another blown lead for the Chicago Cubs. Sam discusses a bullpen in complete disarray. He also goes over the best individual Cubs season of his…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: Jacob Webb and the bullpen are CRUSHING the Chicago Cubs, Cubs lose 6-3 to the Braves
Jacob Webb continues to be a problem for the Chicago Cubs and their bullpen. Edward Cabrera made his debut in the bullpen and the lineup left some big chances…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs SOLID WIN over Braves | Playoff Roster Projection
The offense rolled and David Peterson dazzled as the Cubs posted a solid win over the Braves on Monday. Plus: Full breakdown of the projected roster for the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: Pete Crow-Armstrong 4 hit day & David Peterson EXCELLENT in the Chicago Cubs WIN
Pete Crow-Armstrong delivered a 4 hit day, Carson Kelly was very productive at the plate and David Peterson was very sharp with the strikeout pitch in the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs enter SHOWDOWN for top spot in Wild Card
The Cubs won an important series over the Pirates to setup a showdown with the Phillies and Padres for the top spot in the Wild Card standings. Plus: The…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: Michael Busch & Pedro Ramirez go deep, before Pirates walk the Chicago Cubs to a win!
Michael Busch & Pedro Ramirez took Paul Skenes deep while Clay Holmes was dealing early. The Pirates walked a bunch of batters in the 8th to propel the Chicago…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsLast 15 games are CRUCIAL for Chicago Cubs
The last 15 games matter for the Cubs. How did they get here? What are the keys to going 9-6 to finish with 90 wins? Plus: Cubs/Pirates preview, Justin Steele…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs STRUGGLING at exactly the WRONG time
The Cubs are only 7-13 since August 19 following a series sweep at the hands of the Brewers. Why are the Cubs struggling down the stretch of the season? Plus…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: The Brewers deliver a REALITY CHECK to the Chicago Cubs, sweep them in Milwaukee
Kevin Gausman got lit up as the Milwaukee Brewers deliver a reality check to the Chicago Cubs as pitching concerns grow. Worried about the playoffs? Might be…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsThe Milwaukee Brewers Continue To Make Life MISERABLE For Chicago Cubs
It happened again. A heartbreaker in Milwaukee. Sam discussed the fallout from another collapse. Where do the Cubs go from here? Support Us By Supporting Our…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: Chicago Cubs have a MAJOR bullpen problem, blow 3-1 lead, lose in extras to Brewers
Carson Kelly comes through in the top of the 9th with a 2 RBI double that gave the Chicago Cubs the lead and then Jacob Webb blew the game before Seiya Suzuki…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPete Crow-Armstrong CRUISING to MVP AWARD for Chicago Cubs
Pete Crow-Armstrong has all but won the NL MVP award following another strong weekend as the Cubs took the series from the Marlins. Plus: Ryan Zeferjahn…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs lose 10-3, can't sweep the Marlins but PCA hits 40th homer of season
Clay Holmes had his worst start as a member of the Chicago Cubs as they lose 10-3 and can't sweep the Marlins but Pete Crow-Armstrong hits his 40th homer of…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: Ryan Zeferjahn gets the final 5 outs, the Chicago Cubs HOLD ON for 6-5 win vs Marlins
Ryan Zeferjahn got the final 5 outs and the save to help the Chicago Cubs get a weird win over the Marlins. Michael Conforto went deep, Ian Happ came through…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: Shota Imanaga was SHARP and bounces back in the Chicago Cubs 6-1 win over the Marlins
Shota Imanaga delivered 6 strong innings of work, Alex Bregman had a multi hit game, Pete Crow-Armstrong had an elite catch and patience at the plate leads the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsBEST Pitching Performance Of the YEAR For Chicago Cubs
Sam breaks down a great performance by the Cubs pitching staff on Thursday night. He then discusses why this season has been complicated to evaluate so far…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsThe Chicago Cubs Are 24 Games Behind The Brewers Since They Hired Their Manager.
Sam and Matt discuss another loss to the brewers. The Bullpen is broken. Are there any solutions? The guys try to find them after another frustrating loss…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs & Alex Bregman got to the Miz early but couldn't hold lead, lose 9-5
Alex Bregman had 4 RBIs in the first two innings and then the Chicago Cubs bats went silent. David Peterson had his 2nd worst start as a Cub and then to make…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsThe Chicago Cubs Bullpen Is IMPLODING
Sam and Matt discuss another brutal outing for the Cubs bullpen. What are the possible solutions? They also take a look around the league and update the Cubs…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs bullpen STINKS!! Craig Counsell has nobody to turn to in 9-4 loss
Craig Counsell is in a tough spot with the Chicago Cubs bullpen. Daniel Palencia, Ryan Zeferjahn, Caleb Theilbar and Trent Ferguson all had bad nights in the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs CRUSH the Brewers!
The Cubs dominated the Brewers in their series opener on Monday. Plus: Pete Crow-Armstrong is cruising to the MVP award, September call ups this week, updating…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs TEE OFF, hit 9 HRs off the Brewers and Clay Holmes dominates in WIN!
Alex Bregman hits 3 home runs for the Chicago Cubs against the Brewers! The Cubs win 17-3 and hit 9 homers in the game!! Clay Holmes was fantastic, striking…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsTROUBLING weekend for the Chicago Cubs
The Cubs LOST the series to the Reds and are now 6-10 since August 13. There are troubling trends, especially on the pitching side. Plus: The MVP race is…