The Cubs are in a wait-and-see mode with their rebuild, which hinges on what the next Collective Bargaining Agreement looks like. Tim Stebbins, Gordon Wittenmyer, and David Kaplan break down what the road looks like for the Cubs' rebuild as CBA negotiations get underway. Later in the pod, the crew discusses Jake Arrieta being picked up by the Padres and his first start for San Diego.

(2:00) - Early negotiations surface for the next CBA

(7:34) - Will there be a labor stoppage in baseball due to the owners and players not agreeing?

(13:20) - Will the Cubs' organizational value increase as sports betting gets involved with baseball?

(21:35) - Why in the world did the Padres sign Jake Arrieta?