Danny and Sara are back talking about stupid looking hats, and stupid Yadier Molina saying he wants to manage the Cubs. But the real question is...is it stupid to send the rookie Matt Shaw to Japan as he returns from an oblique injury?

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The NL Central battle is shaping up for 2025, and we’re diving deep into the Cincinnati Reds with special guest Andy Evans! 🏟️ We break down the Reds' offseason moves, key roster changes, and how they stack up against the Chicago Cubs this season. Can the Reds challenge for the division, or will the Cubs have the upper hand? Find out in this in-depth breakdown!

🔥 Topics Covered:

✅ Biggest Reds roster changes for 2025

✅ Strengths & weaknesses heading into the season

✅ How the Cubs match up against their division rival

✅ Predictions for the NL Central race

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The Cubs a cruising through Spring Training and are heading to Japan this next week. What can you expect from the trip halfway around the world? Plus, we take a spin of the B-Clock!

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WHOOOPSSS!!! FORGOT TO POST THIS EPISODE!!! A LOOK BACK.....

Football Season is over and Pitchers and Catchers report to Spring Training! Baseball is here!

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Danny Rockett gets a visit from two Joes and a Jeff, as Obvious Shirts Joe, Tik Tok creator Wrigleyville Bum, and BBTI's Jeff Ragauskis join the Bleacher Bunch to talk Cubs Spring and Obvious's new Bleacher Bum Shirts!

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It’s Episode 105, and I’m calling this the Tony Womack episode—a tribute to a player I got to know personally while he was coaching my son’s high school team. Womack brought incredible energy to the game, and I hope this episode captures some of that as we dive into all things Cubs.

The Cubs are off to a hot 9-2 start in spring training, and while wins don’t mean much in March, it’s been exciting to see young players step up. Today, I tackle a listener mailbag, covering everything from bullpen battles, underrated hitters, and the Cubs' roster depth, to whether the front office made the right moves this offseason.

Plus, I’m giving away five Cubs PS Plus hats to some lucky listeners!

Bullpen Battles: Who’s Locked In?

Which Young Players Will We See in 2025?

Are the Cubs Done Making Moves?

Who Gets the Last Bench Spot?

Underrated Player Who Could Break Out

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Sara and Danny discuss the Cubs and MLB's Whiteness and the battle for the injured Nico Hoerner's spot and the 5th starter.

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Cotton dives into the origins of Spring Training, and finds out about a hidden baseball vacation destination as the Baseball Rabbithole returns for Game 3.

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Eli Cotton joins the show to talk with Michael about Gen Z baseball fans, watching games in Oklahoma, Cubs news from Spring Training, and Third Basemen. .

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Episode Summary:

I’m back after a short break—work, life, and some oral surgery kept me away for a bit, but I’m finally able to talk clearly again (well, mostly). In this episode, I break down the Cubs’ offseason moves, roster construction, and my grades for each unit heading into 2024.

The Cubs made some big changes, from acquiring Kyle Tucker to adding Justin Turner, but did they do enough to contend? I dive into the rotation, bullpen, bench depth, and lineup construction and grade each aspect of the team heading into Opening Day in Japan against the Dodgers.

Oh, and PCA is officially wearing #4 now, so let’s hope he makes that number mean something for the Cubs!

Key Topics Covered:

Rotation: B-

Bullpen: B

Lineup: A-

Bench: A-

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