Cubs Second Half Preview

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Cubs Second Half Preview

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Jul 13, 2021

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Cubs draft review

Starting rotation possibilities in second half

Kris Bryant, Javy Báez, and Anthony Rizzo trade and negotiation possibilities

Ian Happ's disappointing season

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Jul 13, 2021

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Titles in the series (100)

From daily shows to postgame shows to our Related Reviews after each series, the CHGO Cubs Podcast is the biggest and best Chicago Cubs podcast in the world. Hosted by Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller with daily appearances by Luke Stuckmeyer, Cody Delmendo, and Ryan Herrera.

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David Bote's Role When Kris Bryant Returns, Cubs Closer Role With Morrow Out: Topics include David Bote's role once Kris Bryant returns from his rehab stint, Ian Happ and Albert Almora's struggles, and the state of the bullpen with Morrow's future still in question. by CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast
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Bryant Begins Minors Rehab Stint, Cubs Playoff Chances at 99%: Topics include Kris Bryant's health and recent mechanical change, the Cubs five-game winning streak, and what to do with the lineup once Bryant is back. by CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast
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Reports Suggest Cubs Connected to JT Realmuto, Might Move On From Willson Contreras: Topics include the rumor of JT Realmuto and Willson Contreras' future. by CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast
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Cubs Offense Lacks "Edge" Going Into All-Star Break: Topics include:- Joe Maddon's harsh words about offense lacking "edge"- Transactional solutions for the offense - Reactions to the first half by CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast
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Game 163 For The Division: It's one topic: Game 163 for the NL Central crown. Let's go. by CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast
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Cubs Clinch 4th Straight Postseason Birth, But Division Title TBD in Final Three Games: Topics include the huge deal that is the Cubs fourth straight trip to the playoffs, Jon Lester's legend, encouraging player trends, and the upcoming division-deciding series against the St. Louis Cardinals. by CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast
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David Bote Targeted by Padres, Cubs Settle All Arbitration Salaries: Topics include the recent rumor connecting David Bote to the Padres and all arb-eligible players agreeing to deals. by CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast
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Theo Epstein Says Cubs Lacked Urgency, Offseason Begins Early: Topics include the Cubs Wild Card Game loss to the Colorado Rockies, post-mortem reactions, and Theo Epstein's season-ending press conference in which he said the Cubs lacked urgency for 162 games. by CHGO Chicago Cubs Podcast
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