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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…
Episodes
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsShould the Chicago Cubs go ALL IN on Kyle Tucker?
Full breakdown on the possibility of the Cubs signing Kyle Tucker this offseason. From Tucker's 2025 season to potential contract terms and much more, Matt and…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsDid Matt Shaw Do ENOUGH To Be a Starting LOCK For The Chicago Cubs in 2026?
Sam discusses and grades Matt Shaw's 2025 season and then determines if he did enough to be an automatic starter in 2026. He then gives his take on the Imanaga…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsBIG DECISION: What should the Chicago Cubs do with Shota Imanaga?
Find out all of the details before the Cubs upcoming decision on Shota Imanaga's 3-year option and other Imanaga scenarios, including a possible qualifying…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCade Horton led SOLID SEASON for Chicago Cubs pitching
We highlight the impressive performances of the Cubs rotation and bullpen in 2025. Plus: Why Cade Horton put up a memorable rookie season and unveiling fan…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPete Crow-Armstrong already SPECIAL PLAYER for the Chicago Cubs
We explain why Pete Crow-Armstrong was a big reason for the success of the Cubs in 2025. Plus: What PCA needs to improve for 2026, Dansby Swanson posted a nice…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs HAVE TO get a pitcher like Dylan Cease
Find out why the Cubs have to get a pitcher like Dylan Cease this offseason to upgrade their rotation with velocity and strikeouts. Plus: Other possible…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsJUSTIN STEELE: Chicago Cubs ACE Joins Locked On Cubs!
Justin Steele joins Sam to discuss his rehab and recovery from his season ending injury. Then, they discuss the thrills of the 2025 Cubs season. The show wraps…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs stack up NICELY with World Series teams
Find out why the Cubs compare really well with both the Blue Jays and Dodgers as the World Series begins. Plus: Carson Kelly had a big impact for the Cubs this…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsSeiya Suzuki must play BIG ROLE for the Chicago Cubs
We discuss the 2025 season for Seiya Suzuki and what the DH/RF outlook is for the Cubs in 2026. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsMichael Busch played like an ALL-STAR for the Chicago Cubs
We discuss the outstanding season by Michael Busch and how important the 1B position is for the Cubs. Plus: Starting to name EVERYONE who played for the 2025…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsWould Ian Happ approve TRADE from Chicago Cubs to Cincinnati Reds?
Find out why Ian Happ could waive his no-trade clause and how it would increase flexibility this offseason for the Cubs. Plus: Grading Happ's 2025 season, Cubs…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsWas The Kyle Tucker Trade A BUST For Chicago Cubs?
Sam discusses the Kyle Tucker trade as it stands today. He discusses why it may not have been a win for the Cubs but it also wasn't a total bust. He then…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsJed Hoyer SPEAKS: How will the Chicago Cubs move forward?
Cubs president Jed Hoyer held a press conference on Wednesday, detailing how he felt about the 2025 season and how the Cubs will move forward. We review all…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsNico Hoerner was SPECTACULAR for the Chicago Cubs
We begin our player review series with Nico Hoerner. Plus: Final payroll check for the 2025 season, bench coach Ryan Flaherty is a contender for the Orioles…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsDid this Chicago Cubs team hit their CEILING?
We reflect on the 2025 season for the Cubs. Plus: Top 10 games of the regular season and checking the final stats for all the impact players. Support Us By…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs lose NLDS finale to end 2025 season
We recap Game 5 of the NLDS between the Cubs and Brewers and much more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs season ENDS with a whimper, losing to the Brewers in the NLDS
Craig Counsell's lineup let the team down as the Chicago Cubs lose 3-1 to the Milwaukee Brewers and their season is over. Kyle Tucker was one of many Cubs…
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GAME ON: Chicago Cubs Force A Deciding Game 5 In Milwaukee!
Sam discusses an incredible Cubs win to force a game 5. He then previews game 5 and talks about the Cubs pitching plan! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsSTAYING ALIVE: Chicago Cubs with close win over Brewers
We recap Game 3 of the NLDS between the Cubs and Brewers and much more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rugiet Ready to level up your confidence ? Head…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs SURVIVE elimination, WINNING 4-3 and forcing game 4 vs the Brewers
Michael Busch hit a HR & Pete Crow-Armstrong had a 2 RBI single in the Chicago Cubs 4 run first inning. Jameson Taillon gave the Cubs a solid 4 innings before…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs STILL CHASING the Brewers
There is still a gap between the Cubs and Brewers, previewing Game 3 of the NLDS, Kyle Tucker isn't playing like the star they traded for, and more. Support Us…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsWHY did Shota Imanaga start this game for the Chicago Cubs!?
We explain why Shota Imanaga should not have started as the Cubs lost to the Brewers in Game 2 of the NLDS. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rugiet Ready…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs get OUTPLAYED again by the Brewers, face elimination being down 0-2
Seiya Suzuki started the game with a 3 run blast for the Chicago Cubs and after 2 strikeouts for Shota Imanaga, the game unraveled once again for the Cubs…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsROUGH START: Chicago Cubs lose big in NLDS opener
We recap the Cubs loss to the Brewers in Game 1 of the NLDS and much more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rugiet Ready to level up your confidence ?…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: Craig Counsell's decision to start Matthew Boyd was a DISASTER for the Chicago Cubs
Craig Counsell decided to start Matthew Boyd on 3 days rest, and it was a disaster for the Chicago Cubs. An uncharacteristic error from Nico Hoerner lead to…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs WIN Wild Card Series over Padres!
We recap the Cubs clutch performance over the Padres to win the Wild Card Series. We review key moments and much more. Plus: Previewing the NLDS between the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs ADVANCE to the NLDS after DEFEATING the Padres 3-1!
The Chicago #Cubs ADVANCE to the NLDS after defeating the San Diego Padres 3-1 in the win or go home game. Jameson Taillon was great and the bullpen was nails…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsCUBS POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs lineup NO SHOWS, series now tied 1-1 vs the San Diego Padres
The San Diego Padres pitching shut down the Chicago Cubs lineup. Pete Crow-Armstrong is now 0-6 with 5 K's, Shota Imanaga was okay but why did Craig Counsell…
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Chicago Cubs SHUTOUT In Game 2 loss vs Padres!
Sam discusses a disappointing loss for the Cubs in game 2 of the playoffs vs the Padres. He talks about the lack of offense and the potential path to victory…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs TAKE DOWN the Padres and win game 1 of the Wild Card Series
Seiya Suzuki & Carson Kelly go back 2 back and the entire Cubs pitching staff showed up in a big way. Matthew Boyd, Daniel Palencia, Drew Pomeranz, Andrew…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs post HUGE WIN to begin playoffs!
We recap all the key moments from Game 1 of the Wild Card Series between the Cubs and Padres, preview Game 2, and more. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPlayoffs are here for the Chicago Cubs!
We preview the Wild Card Series between the Cubs and Padres. From big questions to key matchups to the Cubs' path to victory and more. Support Us By Supporting…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsWho STEPS UP in the playoffs for the Chicago Cubs?
Cade Horton is OUT for the Wild Card Series. We breakdown who could step up in the rotation for the Cubs, whether or not the offense is clicking at the right…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: Playoff baseball is OFFICIALLY back at Wrigley Field after the Chicago Cubs 7-3 WIN
Michael Busch has a monster day at the plate for the Chicago Cubs, Seiya Suzuki and Pete Crow-Armstrong go deep AGAIN. And playoff baseball is officially…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs lineup is RED HOT, scores 12 runs and PCA goes 30/30 in the victory.
Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki hit their 30th home runs of the season, Kyle Tucker made his return to the linup and the Chicago Cubs win 12-1 against the…
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Who Can The Chicago Cubs TRUST To Start In OCTOBER?
On a day where the Cubs found out so up and down news on Cade Horton, Shota Imanaga gave up 8ER. Sam Talks about the bad trend for the important Starters and…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: Shota Imanaga struggles CONTINUE, Seiya Suzuki heating up. The Chicago Cubs lose 8-5
Shota Imanaga gives up 8 earned runs in his final start of the regular season, will this push him out of the wild card rotation? Seiya Suzuki hits two home…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPLAYOFF BOOST: Chicago Cubs secure BIG WIN over Mets
The Cubs got back in the win column on Wednesday. We recap the victory, go over all of the injury updates, help predict the gametimes for the Wild Card series…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs get a MUCH-NEEDED victory, Matthew Boyd very good in 10-3 WIN
Matthew Boyd looked like pre-All-Star break Matthew Boyd again for the Chicago Cubs. Matt Shaw, Michael Busch, Ian Happ, Seiya Suzuki and more had RBIs in the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsBAD TIMING: Chicago Cubs lose their 5th straight game
The Cubs lost their 5th game in a row on Tuesday, blowing a 6-1 lead. We give a full breakdown of the game, Cade Horton exiting early with back tightness, and…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs bullpen has a full MELTDOWN & Cade Horton leaves early in 9-7 loss
Cade Horton left with back tightness after 3 innings and the Chicago Cubs lineup put up 7 runs but Craig Counsell's bullpen was an absolute disaster and the…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsIs Kyle Tucker going to return from injury for the Chicago Cubs?
Kyle Tucker might not return this season for the Cubs. We explore the impact of Tucker's absence on the playoffs as well as his free agent market this…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsOffense could lead to early playoff exit for Chicago Cubs
Find out why the offense could be the main reason for a possible early exit in the playoffs for the Cubs. Plus: Recapping the entire Cubs/Reds series, Kyle…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs put up an AWFUL performance vs the Reds, get SWEPT in 4 game series
The Chicago Cubs get swept in a 4 game series vs the Reds. Jameson Taillon was excellent for the Cubs but they did nothing with the limited opportunities to…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs NEED to clean up the long ball issues, lose 7-4 to the Reds
Shota Imanaga gives up 3 HR's and has now given up 29 homeruns on the season. The Chicago Cubs give up 5 in total in the 7-4 loss to the Reds. Dansby Swanson &…
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How Far Can The Chicago Cubs Go WITHOUT Kyle Tucker?
Sam and Matt discuss the Kyle Tucker injury and if he does miss crucial games, could the Cubs still make a run? Sam then discusses the 1-0 loss to the reds and…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs are NEARLY no hit by the Cincinatti Reds and lose 1-0
It was an incredible pitching duel between Hunter Greene & Colin Rea. The Chicago Cubs nearly were being no hit until Seiya Suzuki came through with a double…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs are going to the PLAYOFFS!
Celebrate with Matt and Sam as the Cubs clinched a spot in the 2025 playoffs! We recap how the Cubs got here and more. Plus: Kyle Tucker is still questionable…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs CRUSH Paul Skenes + Magic Number Update
Cade Horton outpitched Paul Skenes as the Cubs defeated the Pirates. The magic number to clinch a playoff spot is 1! Plus: Trivia for the second straight…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: Michael Busch & Nico Hoerner BOTH have 3 hit games in 4-1 win for the Chicago Cubs
Michael Busch & Nico Hoerner both have 3 hits games, Cade Horton outduels Paul Skenes and the magic number is down to 1 for the Chicago Cubs to clinch a…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs CRUISE TO WIN over Pirates!
The Cubs defeated the Pirates 4-0 on Monday as Pete Crow-Armstrong homered and doubled. Plus: Seiya Suzuki makes the roadtrip, Kyle Tucker still questionable…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsNico Hoerner having EXCELLENT SEASON for Chicago Cubs
Nico Hoerner hit a clutch 2-run double to give the Cubs the lead on Sunday en route to a series win over the Rays. We review Hoerner's great season, give a…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: HUGE BUMMER! The Chicago Cubs lose 5-4 to the Rays on Anthony Rizzo day
Moises Ballesteros and Michael Busch go deep in the Chicago Cubs 5-4 loss. The team had a chance in the 9th but wasn't able to get it done. Brad Keller gave up…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsProjecting the Chicago Cubs PLAYOFF ROSTER!
Find out who is in and who is out of the playoff roster for the Cubs. Plus: Explaining the differences between the roster for the Wild Card Series and Division…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsChicago Cubs have unexpected BULLPEN ACE in Brad Keller
Brad Keller continues to produce a great season for the Cubs as they take the series from the Braves. Plus: Nico Hoerner might get MVP votes, Carter Hawkins…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs get the SERIES WIN over the Braves, Jameson Taillon solid in return
Nico Hoerner had a great day at the plate, Carson Kelly hit a HR and Jameson Taillon was solid in the Chicago Cubs 3-2 win over the Atlanta Braves and they…
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ROOKIE OF THE YEAR: Cade Horton Dominates AGAIN For Chicago Cubs!
Sam discusses another brilliant Cade Horton performance. He then dives in to the Kyle Tucker IL saga and talks about why Moises Ballesteros should gets some…
Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago CubsPOSTCAST: Cade Horton CONTINUES to pitch at an ELITE level, leads the Chicago Cubs to a 6-1 WIN
Cade Horton was fantastic again for the Chicago Cubs, Pete Crow-Armstrong had a really strong day at the plate and then Matt Shaw broke the game open in the…
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The Chicago Cubs Offense Is Lost....AGAIN!
The Cubs lose again in Atlanta and Sam discusses the Offensive struggles Again. Sam and Matt talk about the path to the first Wild card and how many games the…
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Chicago Cubs With WORST Series Loss Of The Year!
The Cubs lost the last two games against a dismal Nationals teams at Wrigley field. Daniel Palenica blew the save on Sunday and Sam discusses next steps with…