Follow Michael Cotton down the Baseball Rabbithole as he tries to find out why the championship is called The World Series, which takes us all the way back almost 20 years before MLB and talks about the long forgotten Cup Era of championships.

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Sara, Danny, and Michael do a little first half Cubs trivia, recap the Cardinals series and preview the Astros this weekend!

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Sara and Danny discuss the heck out of what to do with Ben Brown only to have him sent down to AAA a few minutes after we finished recording this podcast. But Cuppa Cubbie Blue is back!

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The Cubs get walloped by the Mariners after a Brewers split. We welcome Eric Wielo and Eil Cotton on this pregame show before the boys in Blue take on the the hated Cardinals.

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The MLB trade deadline is heating up, and the Cubs have big decisions to make — especially on the pitching side. Jeff Ragauskis is joined by Cody Delmendo of CHGO Cubs to break down the top pitching targets the front office should be watching.

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The Cubs are headed to Houston — and we’ve got your full preview! Jeff is joined by Jim Christopher of Ballpark Nation to break down the Cubs vs Astros series: key pitching matchups, hitters to watch, and what makes Minute Maid Park such a unique spot for baseball.

We also talk Astros fans, the Cubs’ approach at the plate, and why this series matters for Chicago’s playoff hopes.

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CubsPS+ Episode 110: The Joy of Greatness – PCA and 40 Years of Cubs Magic

In this episode, I took a step back from the spreadsheets and stat lines to talk about something more visceral: joy. Specifically, the kind of joy that comes from watching greatness unfold right in front of us. Pete Crow-Armstrong isn’t just playing well—he’s turning every game into an event.

I start by connecting this episode’s number—110—to two Cubs legends: Ron Santo (#10 forever) and PCA’s preseason 110 WRC+ projection.

PCA has blown past that projection with a 137 WRC+ and has already become one of the most exciting players in baseball.

I dive into his elite defense, blazing speed, and emerging bat—and why it all adds up to something Cubs fans haven’t seen in decades.

This episode isn’t just about numbers—it's about feeling. The vibe. The aura. The once-in-a-generation energy that PCA is bringing.

Inspired by PCA, I reflect on the rare moments over the last 40+ years when Cubs players reached that same level of "must-watch greatness":

Andre Dawson’s MVP season in 1987

Greg Maddux’s dominance before the Cubs let him walk

Kerry Wood’s 20-strikeout masterpiece

Sammy Sosa’s video-game numbers and unforgettable 1998

Derrick Lee’s incredible 2005 season

Javy Báez’s electric mix of flash and power

Jake Arrieta’s unreal run from mid-2015 to mid-2016

I ask a simple but essential question: When was the last time watching Cubs baseball felt like this?

With the team on a 99-100 win pace despite injuries and with PCA leading a resurgence in center field, I urge listeners to appreciate the moment.

I wrap with a reminder: greatness is rare. Don’t just analyze it. Enjoy it.

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Justin Turner's fake balls! New All-Star Hats, a visit from Eric Wielo the comedian Brewers fan, and the B-Clock round out this Cubs themed pod.

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As Shota Imanaga gets closer to returning from the injured list, the Cubs are facing a tough decision — who loses their spot in the rotation? We break down the likely scenarios and make our picks.

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🔥 A full-blown rant on the Rafael Devers trade

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Danny is at Ballhawk Corner by Wrigley before the Cubs play the Pirates,, while Michael Cotton runs the 1's and 2's. Plus we get a visit from Crawly and Meatball Mike!

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