The Cubs are 38 games into the season — and it’s time to hand out some grades! 📝This week on Bricks Behind the Ivy, Pat Eriksen is joined by Cole Wright from Marquee Sports Network to break down the first quarter of the Cubs’ 2025 campaign. Together, they grade:🔥 The bullpen – consistent or concerning?💥 The offense – enough firepower?🎯 The starting…

The Son Ranto Show takes the Bleacher Bunch slot for as conversation about the Chicago Pope and Cade Horton's call-ups. And we talk to Mets fan Uncle Mike! http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

It's time for Cade Horton. Sara Sanchez and Danny Rockett discuss. Join us for early and ad-free listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

Bleacher Bunch celebrates Lee Elia Day with the Ranters rendition of the famous rant from 1983, then Cotton talks with Liz Johnson about her scorecards that she makes as well as her time working with the Orioles and MASN. Check out her baseball scorecards at https://diamondscorecard.company.site/ . Then Jeff Ragauskis joins to talk Pirates, Brewers…

In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we’re joined by Ant Ortiz, a rising voice in the MLB The Show content scene. Ant shares his baseball origin story (1:52), and then we dive into a full scouting report on MLB The Show 24 using a baseball theme: from a Single (4:28), to a Double (12:55), a Triple (24:59), and finally a Home Run (43:54). We al…

Episode 108 – Cubs Bullpen: Just Noise or Time to Panic? I kicked off the episode by celebrating one of the most infamous moments in Cubs history: Lee Elia’s legendary 1983 postgame rant. If you’ve never heard it, do yourself a favor and look it up — it’s a time capsule of frustration, profanity, and peak Cubs lore. Then I pivoted to the present: t…

Danny sings the anthem, as the Cubs drop 2 of 3 to the fighting Phils. Then Bryan the Pirates fan stops by to explain why his team sucks. Support independent Cubs podcasting! http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

Cubs poet laureate Sandra Marchetti joins Sara, IFG, and Danny to celebrate the Cubs beating the deferred Dodgers this week. Support the Bleacher Bunch http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Check out Sandra's new poetry books! https://amzn.to/4jJ5MTz https://amzn.to/3GrfATe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

This week on Bricks Behind the Ivy, we’re brewing up a hot one just like a fresh cup of Yaggy Road Roasting coffee! ☕️ 📣 First up — we’re excited to announce a new way to support the show and score some exclusive merch: Leave a review for Bricks Behind the Ivy on your favorite podcast platform, include #Brickhead in the review, and you’ll automatic…

Steele's Out. Shaw's Gone. And the games have gone crazy on this weeks Son Ranto Show, where we Danny, Lyle, and Michael take a spin of the wheel of Cubs grievances. Support independent Cubs podcasts. http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

Michael takes us all down the Baseball Rabbithole into another dimension in which the dimensions of ballparks are probably not what you expected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

Danny Rockett hosts Cubs Insider's Evan Altman and Ballparks on a Budget's Amy Zeiher. Support Independant Cubs Podcasting! http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

🎙️ Bricks Behind the Ivy – A Cubs podcast for Cub fans, by Cub fans. This week, we’re joined by Greg Huss, host of Cubs On Deck, for a full rundown of the Cubs minor league system. From the raw talent in Myrtle Beach to the MLB-ready players in Iowa, Greg highlights the top names to watch at every affiliate — and what their paths to Wrigley might l…

Sara and Danny are back as their attempt at positivity goes awry with the mixed bag Cubs. Support CCB and all the great shows on the Bleacher Bunch Network. http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch for bonus content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

🎙️ Bricks Behind the Ivy – S2E13: Cubs Climb? Counsell’s Choices, Extensions, & Blitz Breakdown! Hey hey, Brickheads! On this week’s episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we take you inside the latest from the Friendly Confines — including big moments from the Cubs’ week, a Box Score Blitz recap, and standout performances that earned Player and Pitcher…

Episode Summary: This week, I'm joined once again by Bleed Cubbie Blue's Sara Sanchez to run back one of their favorite offseason exercises: rebuilding Jed Hoyer’s winter—within real-world limits. No extra spending. No fantasy trade machines. Just the actual signings, the real budgets, and some sharper roster decisions. If Jed had done things a lit…

The Cubs put the biggest Los Angeles beatdown of the Dodgers in franchise history, but lose their Ace pitcher and DH bat. Giveth and taketh. Early and Ad Free listening, plus Premium content when you subscribe, http://www.patreon.com/sonranto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Jorge Moreno from the Cubs spanish language radio broadcast joins Cotton and Rockett to talk Cubs wins at the cold confines. Plus, which Cubs players Rake, Flake, throw, and Blow? and Danny get hit in the head with an Ian Happ tossed ball. Join us! http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

The Cubs go 5-1 this week and the vibes at Wrigley are turning 🔥 In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, hosts Jeff “CandidCubs” Ragauskis and Pat Eriksen from Wrigley Fire Bar & Grill break down what’s clicking on the North Side, highlight Carson Kelly’s surprise cycle, and dive into what this momentum could mean for the Cubs’ season. Presented …

The Cubs have won 5 straight as they continue their April march through the toughest schedule in baseball. Support independent podcasting http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

Crawly shares his Opening Day adventures and Guy Serious from Bleacher Bum Band comes by to talk Cubs and being one of Danny Rockett's oldest friends. Support Independent Cubs Podcasting http://www.patreon.com/sonranto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

The Cubs’ bullpen is handing out free passes like it’s a charity event, and it’s costing them big. In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we dive into the latest bullpen meltdowns, what’s causing all these walks, and whether there’s a fix in sight. 🔥 Box Score Blitz – A lightning-fast recap of the Cubs’ latest action. 🍻 Deep Thoughts with Harry …

Miguel Amaya hits incredibly, gets benched. Welcome to your 2025 Cubs. Early and ad free access when you support the Bleacher Bunch for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

The Bleacher Bunch Crew teams up for a pre-game preview of the Cubs and Diamondbacks game, series and overall Cubs season. Early and Ad-Free listening plus exclusive content when you subscribe. Http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

Episode Summary: I’m back after a few hectic weeks, and with Opening Day (for most of MLB) here, it felt like the perfect time to drop a season preview episode! This one’s a little shorter, but I wanted to break down the Cubs’ final 26-man roster, talk through what went right and wrong this offseason, and give you my predictions for 2025. I also di…

Bricks Behind the Ivy – Cardinals Season Preview ⚾🔥 It’s time to break down the Cubs’ biggest rival – the St. Louis Cardinals! In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we analyze what’s ahead for the Redbirds in 2025. 🔹 Topics Covered: ✅ Key offseason moves and roster changes ✅ Strengths, weaknesses, and X-factors for the season ✅ How the Cardinal…

Join us for a live and uncut episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy! 🎙️⚾ We break down the latest Chicago Cubs news, discuss the team’s future, and bring you exclusive insights from Cubs insiders. 🔹 Special Segments in This Episode: ✔️ Deep Thoughts with Harry Caray – The legendary voice of the Cubs stops by! ✔️ Firehouse Cubs Talk – Pat Eriksen joins us…

From trees stumps, to mom porn to the B-Clock, the Son Ranto Show is somehow a Cubs podcast. Early and ad free access when you support the Bleacher Bunch for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

Bleacher Jeff joins the show and then another Jeff, of the Ragauskis variety, joins from Bricks Behind the Ivy. Finally, Jonah from Metropolitan Tenants Organization joins to talk about Just Cause and being in High School when the Cubs won the World Series. Join us for exclusive content! http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad…

🚨 Chicago Cubs 2025 Season Preview | Special Guest: Cole Wright (Marquee Network) 🚨 The wait is over, Cubs fans! ⚾ In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we wrap up our NL Central Preview by focusing on the most important team—your Chicago Cubs! 🐻💙 Joining us is Marquee Network’s Cole Wright, as we break down: ✅ The Cubs’ 2025 season outlook 🔍 ✅…

Sara Sanchez and Danny Rockett discuss all things Cubs in Japan. Early and Ad Free CCB when you subscribe at http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

Sara and Danny welcome Comedian Ken Schultz from Out Sports to talk Cubs in Japan and this year's vanilla team. Then Infield Fly Girl stops by to get us ready for the big games in Japan! Early and ad free access when you support the Bleacher Bunch for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE! Learn more about your…

Danny and Sara are back talking about stupid looking hats, and stupid Yadier Molina saying he wants to manage the Cubs. But the real question is...is it stupid to send the rookie Matt Shaw to Japan as he returns from an oblique injury? Early and ad free access when you support Cuppa Cubbie Blue by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http:/…

The NL Central battle is shaping up for 2025, and we’re diving deep into the Cincinnati Reds with special guest Andy Evans! 🏟️ We break down the Reds' offseason moves, key roster changes, and how they stack up against the Chicago Cubs this season. Can the Reds challenge for the division, or will the Cubs have the upper hand? Find out in this in-dep…

The Cubs a cruising through Spring Training and are heading to Japan this next week. What can you expect from the trip halfway around the world? Plus, we take a spin of the B-Clock! Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE!…

WHOOOPSSS!!! FORGOT TO POST THIS EPISODE!!! A LOOK BACK..... Football Season is over and Pitchers and Catchers report to Spring Training! Baseball is here! For early and ad-free Bleacher Bunch. Subscribe to our Patreon campaign. Subscribe free at any of these fine podcasting establishments: Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Watch us record live on X, Facebo…

Danny Rockett gets a visit from two Joes and a Jeff, as Obvious Shirts Joe, Tik Tok creator Wrigleyville Bum, and BBTI's Jeff Ragauskis join the Bleacher Bunch to talk Cubs Spring and Obvious's new Bleacher Bum Shirts! Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com…

Episode Summary: It’s Episode 105, and I’m calling this the Tony Womack episode—a tribute to a player I got to know personally while he was coaching my son’s high school team. Womack brought incredible energy to the game, and I hope this episode captures some of that as we dive into all things Cubs. The Cubs are off to a hot 9-2 start in spring tra…

Sara and Danny discuss the Cubs and MLB's Whiteness and the battle for the injured Nico Hoerner's spot and the 5th starter. Join Our Patreon for early and ad-free listening! http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

Cotton dives into the origins of Spring Training, and finds out about a hidden baseball vacation destination as the Baseball Rabbithole returns for Game 3. This podcast is available without ads and with or without crowdsounds on patreon/bleacherbunch for as little as $1 a month. You will also receive the episode well before the regular feed gives i…

Eli Cotton joins the show to talk with Michael about Gen Z baseball fans, watching games in Oklahoma, Cubs news from Spring Training, and Third Basemen. . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

Episode Summary: I’m back after a short break—work, life, and some oral surgery kept me away for a bit, but I’m finally able to talk clearly again (well, mostly). In this episode, I break down the Cubs’ offseason moves, roster construction, and my grades for each unit heading into 2024. The Cubs made some big changes, from acquiring Kyle Tucker to …

Rockett is in Poland. Cotton is in Iowa. The Cubs are in Arizona. Here's a podcast! Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

🎙 Host: Mike Waller, Guests: Evan Altman & Sara Sanchez 📅 Date: February 20, 2025 ⚾ Podcast Network: Fans First Sports Network Episode Summary: In this live-hosted episode of Bleacher Bunch, I take the mic for the first time in a live setting—so go easy on me (or don’t, I know you won’t). I’m joined by Evan Altman of Cubs Insider, and later by Sara…

This Valentine's Day, listen to Sara Sanchez as she hosts this week's Bleacher Bunch with co-host, Michael Cotton. They discuss the Cubs player moves of the week, hate on Jed Hoyer, love on Christopher Morel, re-start their relationship with uniforms, and Cotton comes out of nowhere with Japan Games hot take that nobody agrees with. Thank you for b…

Episode Summary: In this episode, I dive into a key aspect of the Cubs' roster—bench depth—and why improving it could make a huge impact in 2025. Last season, the Cubs’ bench was a major weakness, and I break down the numbers on just how bad it was. But with several offseason additions and some intriguing prospects, is the bench finally a strength?…

Sara Sanchez and Danny Rockett chop it up at the start of Spring! For early and Ad-Free Cuppa Cubbie Blue and all the great shows on the Bleacher Bunch Network. http://www.patreon.com/bleacherbunch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesتوسط Bleacher Bunch Network:

Spring Training is officially underway! In this episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy, we discuss: • Cubs pitchers and catchers reporting to camp • Jed Hoyer’s opening workout presser • The early start to Spring Training due to the Cubs’ Japan Series • Should the Cubs pursue Alex Bregman? How would he fit in the lineup? Join us for all things Cubs as we…

Hilarious comedian and Brewers enthusiast Eric Wielo joins the show to talk about Bob Uecker's impact on his life. Then, Sara and Danny discuss Bregman and Brasier. Finally, a taped portion of an interview with Cubs organist Josh Langhoff. For early and ad-free Bleacher Bunch. Subscribe to our Patreon campaign. Subscribe free at any of these fine p…

In this episode of the podcast, I dive into a variety of Cubs-related topics as the offseason winds down. With pitchers and catchers reporting soon—especially early for the Cubs and Dodgers due to their Tokyo series—it's time to assess recent moves, potential signings, and projections for the upcoming season. Key Topics Covered: 🔹 The Larry Bowa Ep…