Best Chicago Cubs Podcasts (2025)

Hour 3: Kap & J. Hood discussed MLB Free Agency day and how many moves the Cubs and White Sox have made so far? Kap asks the Cubs fans from Milwaukee what they want the Cubs to do before the deadline and the Kap & J. Hood Classic Cut of the day.

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7/31 8 AM: Dealbreakers 42:19

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Hour 2: Kap & J. Hood played Shot or No Shot, took a trip Around The NFL then Chicago Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson talked to the media after practice with the latest updates and a shot of Dealbreakers.

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7/31 7 AM: MLB Trade Deadline Day: White Sox & Cubs Moves 45:25

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Hour 1: Kap & J. Hood discussed MLB Trade deadline is today what move will the Cubs & White Sox make? The Cubs have started to get active, trading for Mike Soroka (3-8, 4.87) and reliever Andrew Kittredge (3.56, 30.1 IP). Do either of these make you any more confident in the pitching staff? What the hell am I supposed to believe Mike Soroka is at t…

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Grote: Chris Emma talks Bears & MLB trade deadline is looming (Hour 1) 44:22

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Grote: Meghan Montemurro recaps Cubs/Brewers on her drive back from Milwaukee (Hour 2) 42:29

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Grote: Scott Bair shares takeaways from Bears training camp (Hour 3) 40:23

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Full Show — July 30, 2025 59:04

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Cubs' needs as the trade deadline looms Thursday and welcomed on FS1 host and former Score host Danny Parkins to preview the Cubs For A Cure Radiothon, which will begin Thursday at 10 a.m.

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B10 CFB Preview + Colts Thoughts! Joel Erickson, Dave Revsine, and Debbie Antonelli Join! 2:21:58

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(00:00-21:59) – Query & Company opens on a Hump Day Wednesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison reunited in studio for the first time in a week. They discuss the quarterback battle right now between Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones because it feels like Richardson is a step ahead of Jones right now. They both wonder how the mishandling…

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Best Of Query & Company - Wednesday 7/30/25 57:51

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Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-18:01) – Jake closes out the first hour of the show with Big Ten Network’s Dave Revsine joining the program to preview the upcoming Big Ten Football season. He shares who could be this year’s Indiana in the conference, believes Fernando Mendoza can take Indiana to another level offensively based off what he has seen…

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7/30 Kap & J. Hood Shorts 55:50

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The Kap & J. Hood Morning Show weekdays 7a-10a (CT) on ESPN Chicago listen live on the ESPN Chicago app.

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7/30 9 AM: MLB Trade Deadline: What Does The Cubs Need The Most? 43:24

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Hour 3: Kap & J. Hood discussed the MLB Trade Deadline and how many moves do the Cubs need to make the next 2 days for you to truly believe that they are World Series contenders? What is the *most* important move they need to make today or tomorrow? Kap breaks down the Bears for ESPN Milwaukee and the Kap & J. Hood Cut of the day.…

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7/30 8 AM: Tom Waddle 44:26

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Hour 2: Kap & J. Hood played Shot or No Shot, took a trip Around The NFL then former Chicago Bears Wide Receiver and afternoon radio co-host on ESPN Chicago Tom Waddle joined Kap & J. Hood with updates from the Chicago Bears Training Camp 2025.

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7/30 7 AM: Cubs No Cubs No...... Lose 2 In A Row To The Brewers 45:49

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Hour 1: Kap & J. Hood discussed the Cubs falling 2 games behind in the division and are now losing the season series to Milwaukee 4-3. There is time to correct this, but without a Game 163, the Cubs really can't afford to lose this tiebreaker. Are you concerned the Cubs won't win this division, yet, or still relaxed about it? How many moves do the …

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Legend | S9E28 1:20:50

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This week, we remember Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg and reflect on the grace and grit that made him unforgettable, both on the field and in his iconic 2005 Hall of Fame speech. Then we dissect Elliott’s shocking (and possibly permanent?) extension, brace for Thursday’s trade deadline chaos, and dive into Bryce Harper’s public challenge to Rob Manfred,…

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Full Show — July 29, 2025 2:42:50

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes celebrated the life and legacy of Cubs legend and Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg, who passed away Monday at 65.

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Nico Hoerner remembers the selflessness of Ryne Sandberg (Hour 1) 34:06

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by celebrating the life and legacy of Cubs legend and Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg, who passed away Monday at 65. After that, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the show to share his memories of Sandberg.

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Craig Counsell is grateful for Ryne Sandberg spending time around the team (Hour 2) 41:49

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In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Cubs manager Craig Counsell to reflect on the legacy of Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg, who passed away Monday at 65. After that, Spiegel and Holmes opened up the phone lines for Score callers to share their favorite memories of Sandberg.…

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Barry Rozner & Andre Dawson reflect on Ryne Sandberg's legacy (Hour 3) 41:53

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In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by former Daily Herald sportswriter Barry Rozner to reflect on Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg’s legacy. Sandberg passed away Monday at 65. Rozner and Sandberg became good friends after Sandberg’s playing career was over. After that, former Cubs outfielder Andre Dawson joined the show to sha…

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Bob Costas reflects on calling the Sandberg Game (Hour 4) 45:00

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In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Costas to reflect on Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg’s legacy. Sandberg passed away Monday at 65. Costas was on the call for the legendary Sandberg Game in 1984 at Wrigley Field. Later, Spiegel and Holmes listened and reacted to a bizarre call that the Mully &…

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Caller shares a rather awkward interaction he had with Ryne Sandberg 10:27

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to a bizarre call that the Mully & Haugh Show received earlier Tuesday morning.

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Bob Costas reflects on calling the Sandberg Game 19:22

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Costas to reflect on Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg’s legacy. Sandberg passed away Monday at 65. Costas was on the call for the legendary Sandberg Game in 1984 at Wrigley Field.

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Andre Dawson was extremely emotional remembering Ryne Sandberg 9:01

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by former Cubs outfielder Andre Dawson to reflect on Hall of Fame second baseman and former teammate Ryne Sandberg’s legacy. Sandberg passed away Monday at 65.

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Barry Rozner recalls helping his friend Ryne Sandberg write his Hall of Fame speech 22:56

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by former Daily Herald sportswriter Barry Rozner to reflect on Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg’s legacy. Sandberg passed away Monday at 65. Rozner and Sandberg became good friends after Sandberg’s playing career was over.

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Callers share incredible stories of interactions with Ryne Sandberg 14:50

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes Holmes opened up the phone lines for Score callers to share their favorite memories of Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg, who passed away Monday at 65.

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Craig Counsell is grateful for Ryne Sandberg spending time around the Cubs 18:38

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Cubs manager Craig Counsell to reflect on the legacy of Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg, who passed away Monday at 65.

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Best Of Query & Company - Tuesday 7/29/25 59:51

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Today’s Best of Features: (00:00 - 25:08) – Query & Company opens this Tuesday with the sad news of the passing of Hall of Fame Second Baseman Ryne Sandberg. Jake relives the “Sandberg Game” that happened on June 23, 1984, then shares in a remembrance of his impact on the Chicago Cubs, along with his analysis on the change of an era in baseball. Th…

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Nico Hoerner remembers the selflessness of Ryne Sandberg 17:41

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner to reflect on the legacy of Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg, who passed away Monday at 65.

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Chris Tannehill's tribute to the late Ryne Sandberg 3:06

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Audio overlord Chris Tannehill put together a show open remembering Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg, who passed Monday at 65.

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Tributes to Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, Colts Practice Thoughts and Updates, Fever Win & Upcoming Game - Jonathan Taylor, Stephanie White, Stephen Holder Join! 2:16:50

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(00:00 - 25:21) – Query & Company opens this Tuesday with the sad news of the passing of Hall of Fame Second Baseman Ryne Sandberg. Jake relives the “Sandberg Game” that happened on June 23, 1984, then shares in a remembrance of his impact on the Chicago Cubs, along with his analysis on the change of an era in baseball. Then, Colts Running Back Jon…

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Swirsky: Ryne Sandberg tribute (Hour 1) 52:55

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Swirsky: Ryne Sandberg tribute (Hour 2) 45:36

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Colts RB Jonathan Taylor Joins Query & Company! 9:33

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Indianapolis Colts Running Back Jonathan Taylor joins Jake Query after training camp wraps for the day and shares his takes about Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson's quarterback styles, how they've affected him, where he wants to improve this season, and then his recollection of what happened between him and Grover Stewart. Support the show: http…

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7/29 Kap & J. Hood Shorts 57:21

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The Kap & J. Hood Morning Show weekdays 7a-10a (CT) on ESPN Chicago listen live on the ESPN Chicago app.

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7/29 9 AM: Bob Dernier 41:49

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Hour 3: Kap & J. Hood live from Bears Training Camp was joined by former Chicago Cubs Center Fielder Bobby Dernier who was a part of the "Daily Double" combo along with Ryne Sandberg in the 80's. He shared his thoughts on the loss of his friend and former teammate. The latest news on the White Sox, Cubs and Bears. Plus, the Kap & J. Hood Cut of the…

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7/29 8 AM: Shot or No Shot 45:50

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Hour 2: Kap & J. Hood live from Bears Training Camp played Shot or No Shot, Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson press conference live from Halas Hall, took a trip Around The NFL then the Cubs lose to the Brewers and lose division lead can they rebound?

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7/29 7 AM: Ryne Sandberg Passed Away At 65 43:06

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Hour 1: Kap & J. Hood live from Bears Training Camp discussed the passing of Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg, the 1984 National League MVP and a fan favorite affectionately known at “Ryno,” has died, the organization announced Monday night. He was 65. Sandberg had been battling prostate cancer, a diagnosis he initially revealed in January 2024. He was su…

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Full Show — July 28, 2025 2:29:34

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Bears head coach Ben Johnson views quarterback Caleb Williams' rookie season in 2024. The guys also previewed the pivotal Cubs-Brewers series.

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Bears are breaking Caleb Williams down to build him back up (Hour 1) 24:17

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by discussing how Bears head coach Ben Johnson views quarterback Caleb Williams' rookie season in 2024. After that, they discussed Williams' developmental arc.

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Breaking news: Jed Hoyer, Cubs reach contract extension (Hour 2) 41:40

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In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the breaking news that Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer has reached a multi-year contract extension with the organization. Later, they took calls from Score listeners who reacted to Hoyer landing the extension.

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Jon Morosi believes the Cubs will win the NL Central (Hour 3) 40:33

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In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by MLB Network insider Jon Morosi to discuss the Cubs' mindset as the trade deadline looms Thursday. After that, Spiegel and Holmes listened and reacted to Bears defensive end Montez Sweat's recent comments on new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen's scheme.…

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Ron Coomer previews the pivotal Cubs-Brewers series (Hour 4) 43:03

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In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score teammate Chris Emma to share a Bears report following practice Monday morning. After that, Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer joined the show to preview the team’s pivotal series against the Brewers.

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Ron Coomer previews the pivotal Cubs-Brewers series 19:37

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer to preview the club's pivotal series against the Brewers.

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Chris Emma joins in studio for a Bears hit as training camp continues 19:00

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score teammate Chris Emma to share a Bears report following practice Monday morning.

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Montez Sweat talks about Dennis Allen's new defensive scheme 14:25

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bears defensive end Montez Sweat's recent comments on new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen's scheme.

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Jon Morosi believes Cubs will get better by 'a wider margin' than Brewers at trade deadline 19:34

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by MLB Network insider Jon Morosi to discuss the Cubs' mindset as the trade deadline looms Thursday.

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Colts Practice & Busy Sports Weekend Recap! Jaylon Jones Joins! 2:23:44

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(00:00-25:52) – Query & Company opens on a Monday with Jake Query live from Grand Park at Colts Training Camp and producer Eddie Garrison back in the studio. They start the show by discussing some of the takeaways from today’s practice for the Indianapolis Colts. They also touch on their weekends, the Fever winning again without Caitlin Clark, and …

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Callers react to Jed Hoyer's contract extension with Cubs 14:09

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes took calls from Score listeners who reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer reaching a multi-year contract extension with the organization.

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Jed Hoyer, Cubs reach multi-year contract extension 18:49

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer reaching a multi-year contract extension with the organization.

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Bears are breaking Caleb Williams down to build him back up 9:31

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Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' developmental arc.