🎙️ Bricks Behind the Ivy – A Cubs podcast for Cub fans, by Cub fans.

This week, we’re joined by Greg Huss, host of Cubs On Deck, for a full rundown of the Cubs minor league system. From the raw talent in Myrtle Beach to the MLB-ready players in Iowa, Greg highlights the top names to watch at every affiliate — and what their paths to Wrigley might look like.

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Sara and Danny are back as their attempt at positivity goes awry with the mixed bag Cubs.

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🎙️ Bricks Behind the Ivy – S2E13: Cubs Climb? Counsell’s Choices, Extensions, & Blitz Breakdown!

Hey hey, Brickheads! On this week’s episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we take you inside the latest from the Friendly Confines — including big moments from the Cubs’ week, a Box Score Blitz recap, and standout performances that earned Player and Pitcher of the Week honors.

We also talk about the big picture:

📈 What does Kyle Tucker’s extension mean for the market?

🖊️ Should the Cubs lock up Pete Crow-Armstrong now?

Plus, we break down Craig Counsell’s impact, injury news, and where the Cubs stand in the NL Central race.

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00:05:47 – 🧩 Other Cubs Topics (Craig Counsell’s moves, injuries, and extension talk)

00:06:54 – 📊 Standings Update

00:14:14 – 🏆 Wrigleyville Sports Player & Pitcher of the Week

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Episode Summary:

This week, I'm joined once again by Bleed Cubbie Blue's Sara Sanchez to run back one of their favorite offseason exercises: rebuilding Jed Hoyer’s winter—within real-world limits.

No extra spending. No fantasy trade machines. Just the actual signings, the real budgets, and some sharper roster decisions. If Jed had done things a little differently… could this team have been even better heading into 2025?

Let’s find out.

🔍 What You’ll Hear This Episode:

🧮 Roster Recaps & Budget Check-Ins:

🧾 Final Thoughts

Let us know which version of Jed’s offseason you would’ve chosen—and who nailed it in this exercise.

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The Cubs put the biggest Los Angeles beatdown of the Dodgers in franchise history, but lose their Ace pitcher and DH bat. Giveth and taketh.

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Jorge Moreno from the Cubs spanish language radio broadcast joins Cotton and Rockett to talk Cubs wins at the cold confines. Plus, which Cubs players Rake, Flake, throw, and Blow? and Danny get hit in the head with an Ian Happ tossed ball.

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The Cubs go 5-1 this week and the vibes at Wrigley are turning 🔥

In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, hosts Jeff “CandidCubs” Ragauskis and Pat Eriksen from Wrigley Fire Bar & Grill break down what’s clicking on the North Side, highlight Carson Kelly’s surprise cycle, and dive into what this momentum could mean for the Cubs’ season.

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📌 Topics include:

– Cubs’ 5-1 week vs Athletics & Padres

– Carson Kelly’s cycle 🤯

– Lineup questions and pitching praise

– Can the Cubs sustain this hot streak?

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The Cubs have won 5 straight as they continue their April march through the toughest schedule in baseball.

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Crawly shares his Opening Day adventures and Guy Serious from Bleacher Bum Band comes by to talk Cubs and being one of Danny Rockett's oldest friends.

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The Cubs’ bullpen is handing out free passes like it’s a charity event, and it’s costing them big. In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we dive into the latest bullpen meltdowns, what’s causing all these walks, and whether there’s a fix in sight.

🔥 Box Score Blitz – A lightning-fast recap of the Cubs’ latest action.

🍻 Deep Thoughts with Harry Caray – What would Harry say about all these free passes? Let’s find out!

⚾ Bullpen Breakdown – Who’s the biggest culprit? Who (if anyone) can stop the bleeding?

Drop your thoughts in the comments—can the Cubs turn it around, or is this just who they are? Let’s talk Cubs baseball!

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