After the Cubs signed Caleb Thielbar, fans wonder when—and if—the Cubs may spend more on higher leverage arms or expensive starting pitchers. Corey and Brendan discuss their pitching outlook and how Sasaki's decision may affect Jed Hoyer's process.

Starting a new year can come with hope and promise. Are you buying the latest rumors connecting the Chicago Cubs to 3rd baseman Alex Bregman? Is it Bregman or bust with Josh Rojas off the market? Plus, our bold predictions for the 2025 Chicago Cubs season…before the team is fully built. Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the first CHGO Cubs Podcast of the year!

Forget who you're kissing at midnight…what are the Chicago Cubs New Years resolutions for 2025? Are they likely to keep any of them? Plus, the Cubs make another addition to the bullpen and Roki Susaki heads back to Japan to mull over his big decision. Is Josh Rojas your Opening Day 3B? Meanwhile, Wrigley has been turned into a hockey stadium for the Winter Classic with the Blackhawks! Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.

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Matt Mervis was once a top 100 prospect and highly anticipated at Wrigley Field. Over the weekend the Cubs the sent him to the Marlins for another struggling former top 100 prospect. Plus, Corbin Burnes stays in the National League and will the Cubs make another move before the ball drops on New Years Eve? Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.

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Corey and Brendan recap last week's Cubs events. Jon Heyman and Ken Rosenthall keep floating the idea that the Cubs and Dodgers may connect on a Seiya Suzuki trade. Is this just the agent speaking? Also, what makes Rōki Sasaki stand out?

It’s the day after Christmas. Which Chicago Cubs moves are you returning for something better or in a different size? Plus, the Cubs former top prospect lands with the Yankees. Who’s ready for the highly anticipated always heralded holiday draft? Join Luke Stuckmeyer and Cody Delmendo for the CHGO Cubs Podcast.

Description: ZiPS projections suggest the Cubs are already a 90-win playoff team. Brendan and Corey discuss their strong 3B, 1B, and SP projections. They also discuss the week's rumors surrounding the starting pitching trade and free agent market, including Jesus Luzardo and Pablo Lopez.