Cubs Now

Lance and Alex bring you a special edition of Cubs Now with a State of the Union episode recapping the first half of the regular season. They guys breakdown the roller coaster that was the Cubs offense and the nagging injuries that has affected the pitching staff.

Carlos Peña stops by and talks about his life after baseball, PCA's historic first half, and how he got into the broadcasting. The former Cub is also the current General Manager of Leones del Escogido in the Dominican Winter League. They won its second consecutive championship after finishing the regular season 23-27 and he made massive mid-season changes to the team that led to another championship.

Pete Crow-Armstrong is putting up numbers that haven't been done since the days of Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig. You would think that would put him in the race for National League MVP, right? Alex and Lance breakdown PCA's case for MVP after being selected to his second consecutive All-Star game. The guys also address the new rule changes for the home run derby and who should go first overall in the upcoming MLB draft. All new episode of Cubs Now.

Lance Brozdowski and Alex Cohen chat Cubs-Cardinals and recap Pete Crow-Armstrong's all-star selection before Elise Menaker and Lance are joined by the Cubs VP of Scouting Dan Kantrovitz to discuss everything related to the 2026 MLB Draft.

Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski discuss the Cubs recent stretch of fantastic play in the context of their roller coaster 2026 season. They also chat about Craig Counsell showing emotion, Seiya Suzuki, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and trade deadline partners as we near the All-Star break.

Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson had the series of his career against the Mets plating 15 RBI. Seiya Suzuki got the better end of Jacob Misiorowski and the Brewers becoming the only player to hit two home runs off of him. Is this a sign that the Cubs offense is back? Alex and Lance discuss that and the latest CBA proposals on Cubs Now.

In the midst of another 7-game road trip, the Cubs were dealt more concerning news with both Edward Cabrera and Ben Brown head to the IL. Down two more starters, can this rotation be saved? Who will be the next call-up? Who will step up? Luckily, PCA is having one of the best months in Cubs history to distract us from the pitching woes. All new Cubs Now with Alex and Lance

Cubs' center fielder, Pete Crow-Armstrong is off to not only a hot start with the Cubs but potentially one of the best seasons in MLB history. Alex and Lance breakdown why he's been so good as of late despite not getting the all-star votes in the latest polling. The guys also talk Cubs draft thoughts. Will the team draft a pitcher or a bat with the 23rd overall pick? Find out on the latest episode of Cubs Now!

Marquee Sports Network analyst, Jason Kipnis, joins the show. Lance catches up with 2-time All-Star to see how he's enjoying life after retirement and the different ventures he's gotten into all while still showing love to the game of baseball. The 10-year vet also breaks down the simplicity of a baseball swing. Parents you'll want to show your kids this one! An all new episode of Cubs Now.

After two phenomenal starts against the Giants, Alex and Lance pose the question...should Javier Assad be in the starting rotation? Hear about it on the latest episode of Cubs Now.

Alex and Lance dig into the Cubs pitching woes so far this season. Sure, the staff is banged up, but is there more to it? Can it be saved? The guys also have some fun talking about the insane elevation at the Las Vegas ballpark where the Athletics played for the first time this season. Is Dalton Rushing the new bad boy of baseball? Plus we hear who Alex and Lance think can win the College World Series. In the least shocking news ever, Lance picks the school with the best pitching. Go figureAll new episode of Cubs Now!

Cubs centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong has been on an absolute heater. A walk-off and a two home run game in the series against the Athletics, Alex and Lance pose the question: Can PCA win the MVP? Listen to the guys debate the topic as well as figuring out the Cubs pitching velocity issue.

Marquee Sports Network analyst Ryan Sweeney stops by with Alex Cohen. Hear his thoughts on the current Cubs team, his time in Oakland and how the lessons he learned in the majors he instills in his two sons.

Fresh off a 7-game road trip, the Cubs are back at the Friendly Confines for six against the Athletics and Giants. Alex and Lance dive into the PCA "overrated" chants, provide an update on Matthew Boyd, and who should start Game 1of a playoff series? MLB Insider, Jon Heyman, believes Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, would be an ideal landing spot for the Cubs. If so, what would that cost? Is it worth the rental? Hear Alex and Lance's take on Cubs Now.

The streakiness of the Cubs season continues while in the midst of 7-game road series vs the NL Central. Alex and Lance discuss the vibes around the clubhouse, Ben Brown turning into the ace of the staff and show some love to Cubs prospect, Pedro Ramírez, who made his big league debut. Also, is Josiah Hartshorn the new #1 prospect in the Cubs system? Find out on another episode of Cubs Now.

1997 World Series Champion and Marquee Sports Network studio analyst, Cliff Floyd joins Alex and Lance on the latest episode of Cubs Now. The guys dive in on the current state of the Cubs, how personal branding throughout the league is taking over, and Chris Weber ending Cliff's dream of making it to the NBA.

Marquee Sports Network's sideline reporter, Taylor McGregor joins the show. Alex and Lance learn how she balances both Cubs and National assignments, what it takes to make the perfect Instagram post, and the art of flyfishing

2016 World Series Champion manager, Joe Maddon, joins Alex and Lance from Cubs Convention. The skipper reminisces on 2016, gives his thoughts on the current 2026 team, and if he was Commissioner for a day what rule change he would implement.

Cubs Fans! We see you and hear you! Yes, there have been RISP concerns, no that does not mean you should get all up in arms about it! Alex and Lance discuss why you should not panic when it comes to it regardless of what the box score says on the latest episode of Cubs Now.

What's better than a 10-game winning streak? How about two 10-game wining streaks?! Your Chicago Cubs just did that! Alex and Lance react to the special feat. The guys also discuss potential starting pitching trade rumors while previewing the Braves series in what looks to be a heavyweight fight in the National League.

Hard to imagine it's been 28 years to the day that Kerry Wood threw his infamous 20 strikeout game. Alex and Lance caught up with the Cubs Hall of Famer at Cubs Convention and revisited that memorable May day.

Lance Brozdowski and Alex Cohen recap the first month of Cubs baseball before looking ahead to the remainder of the 2026 season.

How do you make the leap from the softball diamond to covering the Chicago Cubs? In this episode of the Cubs Now Podcast, Elise Menaker breaks down her incredibly unconventional journey into sports media. From playing professional softball overseas to stepping into the studio at Marquee Sports Network, Elise shares what it really takes to forge your own path in this industry.

Cubs center fielder, Pete Crow-Armstrong, had a lot to say about Los Angeles Dodgers fans during their 3-game series out there. Was he right? Alex and Lance discuss the comments on the latest episode of Cubs Now.P.S. we agree. Baseball needs more villains!

Want to know what wRC+, xwOBA, and all the other baseball acronyms that make you go, "huh?" then this is the episode for you. Alex and Lance have you covered fresh off a series sweep of the New York Mets. Marquee Sports Network play-by-play announcer, Jon Sciambi, stops by and talks analytics with the guys.

Alex and Lance put a bow on Lance's dominant performance on social media. Should Nico Hoerner be in the consideration for National League MVP? Alex and Lance react to Cubs' fans questions from the week.

2016 World Series Champion Kyle Hendricks stops by and reflects on his time as a Chicago Cub

Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski recap a Sunday walk-off that saved them from a sweep at the hands of the Pittsburgh Pirates, walk through their favorite storylines from a jam-packed week of Cubs baseball, and respond to your questions and thoughts on the team in the debut of a new segment, "the payoff pitch.

Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski discuss the importance of Colin Rea, Javier Assad and Ben Brown in the Cubs’ rotation with Cade Horton lost for the 2026 season to an elbow injury. Marquee studio host Cole Wright also stops by to chat about the Cubs' X-factors and the importance of bunting.

Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski discuss how the Cubs can win without Cade Horton in the rotation because of an injury. Who will be the next man up between Colin Rea, Ben Brown and Javier Assad? The guys also react to the Internet's hottest Cubs takes.

Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski look back on Edward Cabrera's dominant Cubs debut and Ian Happ's hot start to the 2026 season, and introduce the pod's first fan mail segment with Cubs Charities auction winner Peter Komlofske. Speaking of firsts, our very own JD -- Jim Deshaies -- joins the show for our first memory of the 2016 World Series championship win, as the Cubs return to Cleveland for a three-game series against the Guardians.

Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski discuss how the Pete Crow-Armstrong and Nico Hoerner six-year contract extensions will impact the Chicago Cubs' future. They also reflect on how Shota Imanaga, Matthew Boyd and Ian Happ performed in the Cubs' season-opening series against the Washington Nationals, and preview the three-game home set against the Los Angeles Angels.

Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Cubs reportedly have agreed to a contract extension. So, what does that mean? Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski break it all down on a Cubs Now podcast with news so hot, we had to move up taping two days!And with the 2026 season right around the corner, the guys talk win totals and World Series chances, pick their MVPs and breakout players, and deliver bold predictions that Cubs fans can't miss.

How can you become the next Alex Bregman? The Chicago Cubs' new third baseman explains his 2026 season preparation when he joins hosts Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski on the debut episode of Cubs Now -- a press pass-turned-podcast, only on Marquee Sports Network

Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski react to the Chicago Cubs trading for starting pitcher Edward Cabrera from the Miami Marlins on an emergency episode of the Cubs Weekly Podcast. Lance shares his scouting report on the 27-year-old right-hander, and the guys dissect how Cabrera's addition will impact the Cubs' rotation, plus other moves the team could make this offseason.

Lance Brozdowski is joined by play-by-play announcer Alex Cohen on this week's episode of Cubs Weekly and they discuss free agent targets, Tatsuya Imai's looming deadline, an why Alex thinks the longer Kyle Tucker holds out, the limier he returns to the Cubs. They also identify what trade targets make the most sense for 2026.

Keith Law joins Lance Brozdowski on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, as they discuss the state of the Chicago Cubs' farm system, Owen Caissie's potential impact in 2026, how different Triple-A talent compares to 10 years ago, and much more, including a hypothetical trade package for Washington Nationals left-hander MacKenzie Gore.

Bruce Levine and Lance Brozdowski recap an active few days at the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla., including who among the free-agent crop of Tatsuya Imai, Michael King, Alex Bregman and others makes sense for the Cubs to pursue, on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust.

Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun Times joins Lance Brozdowski on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to discuss if the Cubs will add pitching through trades or free agency, if the offense will regress in 2026, and how active next week's MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla., will be.

Alex Cohen joins Lance Brozdowski on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, as they recap the Phil Maton signing, debate whether Dylan Cease or Michael King make sense for the Cubs, and consider what right field could look like in 2026.

Patrick Mooney of The Athletic joins Lance Brozdowski on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to chat about how Shota Imanaga accepting his qualifying contract offer affects the Cubs' offseason spending, potential pitching additions, payroll targets, offensive upgrades and more.

Lance Brozdowski brings in Bruce Levine from the MLB GM meetings in Las Vegas on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to discuss Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer and general manager Carter Hawkins' comments at the annual gathering, including thoughts on payroll, how much the team will spend in free agency and identifying potential trade candidates. 

Jon Heyman joins Lance Brozdowski on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to talk through the Chicago Cubs' offseason outlook, including the chance that they will land Alex Bregman or Kyle Schwarber, how the 2026 CBA might impact spending, and how important it is to upgrade their rotation with Dylan Cease or Michael King.

Cespedes Family BBQ's Jake Mintz joins Lance Brozdowski on Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to chat about his experience covering the World Series, gives us a preview of the upcoming offseason and tells us one move he believes the Cubs should make.

670 The Score's Matt Spiegel joins Lance Brozdowski on the Cubs Weekly Podcast, presented by Wintrust, to discuss what needs the team must address this offseason, including the possibility of an Alex Bregman signing, whether Shota Imanaga should be extended, and which free-agent relievers fit the back end of the bullpen.

Lance Brozdowski recaps the Chicago Cubs' NL Division Series Game 5 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, ending their 2025 season.

Lance Brozdowski and Alex Cohen discuss another Cubs win at Wrigley Field and preview a massive Game 5 back in Milwaukee. 

Lance Brozdowski and Alex Cohen recap a nerve-racking Chicago Cubs win over the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 3 of the NL Division Series at Wrigley Field, and preview Game 4.

Lance Brozdowski and Alex Cohen discuss the Chicago Cubs' brutal Game 2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Division Series, including whether starting Shota Imanaga was the correct decision and if the team can win three consecutive games to claim the best-of-five set.

Lance Brozdowski reviews all the angles of a big decision to start Matthew Boyd in Game 1 of the NLDS on short rest against the Milwaukee Brewers.