Cubs Talk Podcast

Cubs draft analysis and first-half season breakdown


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On the latest Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi and Nate Poppen dive into the Cubs' selection of Cam Smith from Florida State with the 14th pick and whether he's truly a third baseman (0:54). They tackle the issue of having too many young bats without a defensive position (4:00) and discuss the Cubs' draft strategy (5:25). Leila argues the importance of drafting players with a set position (6:54). Later, the duo debates their trust in the Jed Hoyer- Carter Hawkins regime (8:40), how Paul Skenes' rise impacts prospect development (12:59), and break down the Cubs' first-half performance (15:04). They also analyze the struggles of Dansby Swanson and Cody Bellinger (20:30), team stats (23:55), and what moves the Cubs should make at the trade deadline (27:21).

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