With spring training games underway, one of the biggest questions surrounding the Chicago Cubs isn’t just about lineup construction or rotation battles — it’s about the future. A significant number of players are set to hit free agency after this season, including Nico Hoerner, Ian Happ, and Seiya Suzuki.In this episode, Cody and Blake discuss:Which Cubs players are entering the final year of their contractsHow many total free agents the team is facingExtension candidates and projected costsWhat this means for the Cubs’ long-term competitivenessThe clock is ticking, and if the Cubs don’t act soon, they could be facing a major roster shakeup next winter, if there is even a season in 2027.
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Chicago Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts isn’t mincing words — the goal is clear: win the NL Central and bring more World Series titles back to the North Side.In this episode, Cody and Blake welcome Carl, formally of Barstool, to break down Ricketts’ recent comments about the team’s expectations, payroll strategy, front office direction, and what it will take for the Cubs to return to championship form. With the competitive landscape in the National League Central getting tougher every year, Ricketts emphasized that simply competing isn’t enough. The Cubs need to win the division consistently and build a roster capable of making deep postseason runs. He also had some interesting comments about the upcoming CBA and the state of Marquee Sports Network.We also talk about Cubs starter Cade Horton, who Craig Counsell says is touching 96-98 mph early this spring. Is he primed for a breakout season? We'll end the show with more unfortunate news related to Kris Bryant and his injury status. Tap in with Cody, Blake and Carl for episode 76 of Wrigleyville Forever.

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Early in Cubs camp, Alex Bregman hasn't held back when talking about PCA’s athleticism, defensive instincts, and game-changing potential. High praise from a respected MLB leader like Bregman speaks volumes about the kind of talent Crow-Armstrong brings to the field.But the big question remains… Can Pete Crow-Armstrong take the next step this season?After a 30-30 season to go with elite defense, the next evolution in PCA’s game has to come from his plate approach. If he can develop more consistency offensively, watch out — he could become one of the most dynamic young players in baseball.In this episode, Cody and Blake break down:

• What Alex Bregman said about PCA

• Why it matters coming from a player of his caliber

• The key areas Crow-Armstrong needs to improve

Cody and Blake also discuss the latest news and notes, including the signing of Shelby Miller, Zac Gallen, and Nick Castellanos.

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