Chicago Cubs Central Podcast

In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike comes to a sobering realization — this is who the Cubs are right now. The offense continues to sputter, leaving runs on the table and fans frustrated. Kyle Tucker and Pete Crow-Armstrong (PCA) can’t hide their visible frustration as another tough stretch plays out. With no roster moves or major changes in sight, the question remains: how long can this team stay afloat?

We break down the Cubs’ ongoing offensive woes, player reactions, and what this could mean for the rest of the season.

In this episode, Mike breaks down a rough stretch for the Cubs as they’ve dropped 4 of their last 6 series. 💔 The latest blow? A winnable game against the St. Louis Cardinals slips away. Were the Cubs screwed by the umpires? 🤔 Is faith in Craig Counsell starting to fade? We dive into the latest struggles, fan frustrations, and what needs to change before it’s too late.

📌 Topics Covered:

• Cubs’ recent series losses 📉

• Breakdown of the Cardinals game ⚔️

• Umpire calls under the microscope 🧐

• Craig Counsell’s decision-making under fire 🔥

• What’s next for Chicago Cubs baseball

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🔥 In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike breaks down the Cubs’ offense finally coming alive 💥. We look ahead to Shota Imanaga ⚾ taking the mound in the series finale, plus HUGE news 📢 — Miguel Amaya is almost back from injury 🙌. Can the Cubs ride this momentum to a big win? 💙🐻

📊 Full Cubs breakdown, player updates, and all the latest news you need!

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In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike breaks down the disastrous loss to the St. Louis Cardinals and why the Chicago Cubs’ offense has gone ice cold at the worst possible time. With missed opportunities, poor execution, and no spark at the plate, Mike is concerned — and you should be too. Plus, we cover Anthony Rizzo’s revealing interview with Johnny Manziel, including the surprising moments and takeaways Cubs fans will want to hear.

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In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike breaks down how the Cubs can upgrade their pitching staff from within the organization. With starting pitching and bullpen depth in focus, Mike assesses internal options that could give the Cubs a second-half boost. We also preview the intense weekend rivalry series against the St. Louis Cardinals and what it means for the Cubs’ playoff push. Plus, Mike makes a bold prediction: Is Kyle Tucker primed for a breakout weekend in St. Louis? Don’t miss this in-depth look at roster moves, rivalries, and rising stars.

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In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike breaks down the Cubs finally getting a win over the Reds, salvaging their season series in a much-needed victory. Andrew Kittredge delivers an immaculate inning, showcasing bullpen dominance, while Cade Horton continues to impress with another strong outing. But the big question looms — did the Cubs make a huge mistake by re-signing Jed Hoyer so soon? Mike dives into the front office decisions that could shape the future of the franchise. Don’t miss this in-depth Cubs breakdown and analysis!

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In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike breaks down the latest frustrating loss as the Chicago Cubs drop another game to the Cincinnati Reds, continuing their brutal scoring drought. The offense just can't seem to get going, and the missed opportunities are piling up.

Mike also dives into how Jed Hoyer may have fumbled the trade deadline, failing to make the key moves the Cubs desperately needed to stay competitive.

Plus, what's going on with Kyle Tucker? The former All-Star is struggling badly, and Mike takes a closer look at his slump and what it could mean moving forward.

💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Are the Cubs done? Was Jed too passive at the deadline? Can Tucker bounce back?

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Welcome back to Chicago Cubs Central! In this episode, Mike breaks down yet another frustrating Cubs loss. It’s the same old song and dance—the offense goes cold, the pitching staff takes another injury hit, and a golden opportunity to climb the standings is being flushed down the toilet.

How many more injuries can this team survive? Is this season slowly slipping away despite all the talent? Mike gives his raw reaction and dives into what needs to change ASAP if the Cubs want to stay in the playoff hunt.

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In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike breaks down what could be a turning point win for the Cubs. Justin Turner's dramatic walk-off home run might have lit a spark that the team desperately needed. With crucial series against the Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals on the horizon, how will the Cubs’ offense respond? Can the defense tighten up as the playoff race heats up? Mike also looks at the lineup adjustments and key players who need to step up.

Don't miss this episode as we discuss whether this victory is the momentum shift the Cubs have been searching for!

In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike breaks down another frustrating loss for the Cubs — this time to the Baltimore Orioles — in a game they should have won. With the Cubs now 2 games back from the Brewers in the NL Central, every missed opportunity stings even more. We dive into the key moments that cost them the game, talk about what needs to change moving forward, and react to the latest rumors and concerns around Kyle Tucker’s possible injury. Could this impact the Cubs' trade plans? Don’t miss this critical update as the playoff race tightens!

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