Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Cubs

Cubs owner Tom Ricketts released a letter to fans on Tuesday. Sam and Matt break it all down, including Ricketts' note on the plan to "substantially supplement" the roster for 2023. Plus: Home attendance down to their lowest levels in a while, the possibility of pitcher Drew Smyly returning, and more.

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Cubs president Jed Hoyer held an end-of-season press conference on Monday and addressed multiple topics surrounding the North Siders. Hoyer emphasized his excitement about the second half success in 2022 and building on it for 2023, including having the ability to spend on new players who make sense to add to the mix. Plus: Checking in on the MLB playoffs, Sam and Matt recap their trip to Champaign, and more.

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Sam and Matt reveal their rankings for best and worst game for the Cubs in 2022. Plus: Lots of fan feedback with comments and questions from listeners, and previewing the playoffs by keeping track of ex-Cubs players.

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The Cubs crushed the Reds 15-2 in the final game of the regular season on Wednesday. Plus, radio play-by-player Pat Hughes is nominated for the Frick Award for a spot in the baseball hall of fame. Not only should Hughes get in, but this year Steve Stone is also nominated, making the decision even clearer. Also, Iowa is at Illinois in college football this Saturday. Sam and Matt reveal a fun announcement regarding that matchup.

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Willson Contreras may be playing in his final game with the Cubs this week, but he already checked in on possibly signing with the St. Louis Cardinals for 2023. Whether Contreras returns to the Cubs or not, Sam is DONE with all the discussion. And Matt doesn't like that the catcher could be in Cardinals colors. Plus: Cubs continue to wrap up the season against the Reds, and more.

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Hayden Wesneski made this final start of the season Monday as the Cubs fell 3-0 to the Reds, and he was up against Reds pitching prospect Hunter Greene. Plus: Nelson Velazquez hitting well lately but his role is unknown for 2023, and could Cubs third base coach Willie Harris be en route to the South Side?

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The Cubs record another sweep, this time over the Reds. Starting pitching continued to impress and Seiya Suzuki posted a big weekend to help pace the offense. Plus: Jason Heyward officially bids farewell to the North Side, and opening up the mailbag with comments and questions from listeners.

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Matt recaps a great Wednesday night at Wrigley Field, including meeting former Cubs and World Series champions Miguel Montero and Pedro Strop. Plus: The Cubs sweep the Phillies, best and worst of the week, and more.

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Sam and Matt reveal their own Top 10 Cubs prospects list and there is a lot of variety. Plus: Alexander Canario hits another home run, the Cubs Convention is back, and more.

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The Cubs have the third-best starting pitcher ERA (3.15) in MLB for the second half. Over the weekend, pitching coach Tommy Hottovy noted the hot stretch and depth in the minor leagues plus the potential of adding a big name in the off season. And Marcus Stroman continued that strong pitching to help the Cubs to a 2-1 win on Tuesday night over the Phillies. Plus: Matt is going to the Cubs game on Wednesday, and more.

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