Welcome to Home Runs and Handshakes. Join James Neveau and Frank Nova weekly as they discuss the latest Chicago Cubs news. From Single-A to MLB, Home Runs and Handshakes has got you covered!
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The Cubs Talk Podcast breaks down all things baseball on the North Side. Host Leila Rahimi, James Neveau, and Nate Poppen bring insider perspectives, regular player interviews, and news updates during the team’s pursuit of another championship. New episodes release every Wednesday morning.
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Welcome to Three Men and A Podcast. Join Kenneth Davis, James Neveau and Josh Schrock weekly as they discuss the latest sports news. From the NFL to the WNBA, Three Men and A Podcast has got you covered!
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News, thoughts, and opinions from Chicago Cubs season ticket holders and Wrigleyville residents. This podcast covers everything from the baseball events to the neighborhood happenings.
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The Big Ten Country Podcast is your home for BIG TIME coverage of the Big Ten Conference. Co-hosts James Neveau and Kenneth Davis are joined by Big Ten coaches, players, and beat reporters to discuss and analyze your favorite teams. From football to basketball, baseball and everything in between, The Big Ten Country Podcast is your home for 365 coverage of the Big Ten Conference. New episodes drop every Sunday and Wednesday morning.
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 383 - Guest: James Neveau, Cubs Win 2 in NY, All Star Break, & More
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1:00:02James Neveau joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We recap a 3-3 week for the Cubs. Boyd remains great! We head into the All Star break and preview the upcoming schedule. We speculate on the upcoming trade deadline. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!
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In praise of Pete Crow-Armstrong and a Cubs’ second half preview
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57:02On the seventh episode of Home Runs and Handshake, James Neveau and Frank Nova are back to discuss the state of the Cubs at All-Star break (2:00). They praise the team’s strengths and evaluate their weaknesses (5:45) and heap praise upon Pete Crow-Armstrong, the unquestioned MVP of the team’s season (9:00). Later, they discuss how Daniel Palencia h…
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 382 - Guest: Kyle Stanley, Boyd Bounces Back, Big Week for PCA & Busch, Suzuki All Star Snub, & More
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1:11:19Kyle Stanley, from The Setup Man Podcast, joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We recap a 5-1 homestand for the Cubs, winning series against Cleveland and St Louis. Amazing week for Boyd, PCA, and Michael Busch. Cubs All Star selections and snubs. Stan Hack profile & More. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!
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Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong, Kyle Tucker named to All-Star Game + Seiya Suzuki snubbed?
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55:18On the sixth episode of Home Runs and Handshakes, James Neveau and Frank Nova are back to discuss All Star Game selections (1:00), and debate whether Seiya Suzuki and Michael Busch were snubbed after being left off the roster (9:50). Later, they break down the Cubs’ top-four prospects after a new MLB Pipeline ranking drops, (26:00) and bemoan James…
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Cubs’ midseason awards and second half predictions
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1:00:41On this week's episode of Home Runs and Handshakes, James Neveau and Frank Nova are back to recap the Cubs road trip against the Cardinals and the Astros (2:30). They discuss the team's handling of Dansby Swanson's lineup spot (10:00), Shota's triumphant return to the rotation (13:30) and Ben Brown being sent to the minors. The guys then hand out t…
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 381 - Guest: Matt Trueblood, Cubs Cardinals Recap, Shota Returns, Brown Struggles, & More
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1:16:19Matt Trueblood joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We recap the Cubs week against STL and Houston. Shota is back in the rotation, we look at what that means for Ben Brown as he struggles. We look at the roster needs for the Cubs at the trade deadline. We close the show with a profile of Bill Buckner. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!…
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 380 - Guest: Jared Wyllys, Cubs Bullpen Struggles, Homestand Recap, Windy Weekend, Roster Speculation, & More
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1:11:35Jared Wyllys, from CHGO, joins Jeremy & Pat this week. Tough week for the Cubs. We discuss the roster challenges at 3B, starting rotation, and the bullpen. We look ahead to another tough stretch. We close the show with a profile of former Cub Luis Valbuena. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!
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Cubs' bullpen implodes at Wrigley as trade deadline needs come into focus
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52:32On this week's episode of Home Runs and Handshakes, James Neveau is joined by guest cohost Jeremy Diemer of Wrigleyville Nation to discuss the Cubs' lacklust week against the Brewers and Mariners (2:06). The guys react to the Cubs' bullpen implosion and the struggles of Colin Rea (9:15) ahead of the return of Shota Imanaga to the team's rotation, a…
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Cade Horton’s turn in the spotlight, Cubs trade deadline needs, and do MLB's extra innings rules stink?
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1:00:17On episode 3 of Home Runs and Handshakes, James Neveau and Frank Nova recap the Cubs' week against the Phillies and Pirates, starting with Cade Horton’s showcase vs. Paul Skenes (7:05). As the Red Sox trade Rafael Devers to the Giants (21:25), the guys pinpoint the Cubs' biggest trade deadline needs (23:30). They also discuss a quirk in Shota Imana…
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 379 - Guest: Andy Dolan, Cubs Roadtrip Recap, Roster Needs, & More
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1:16:51Andy Dolan, from Pointless Exercise, joins Pat this week. Jeremy missed the show due to travel delays. We recap the Nationals and Tigers series. We discuss what's next for this roster. Previews, News, & More.....Enjoy, and Go Cubs!
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Potential World Series preview? Cubs drop hard-fought series vs. Tigers
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59:04On episode 2 of Home Runs and Handshakes, James Neveau and Frank Nova recap a potential World Series preview we witnessed as the Cubs and Tigers battled in Detroit. The guys skewer Nico Hoerner’s ejection Sunday afternoon (1:15) before pivoting to the Cubs’ stellar starting pitching of late (10:20) and Ian Happ’s recent struggles, as Michael Busch …
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 378 - Guest: James Neveau, Cubs Sweep Rockies, Bullpen Improvement, Ben Brown Shines, & More
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56:10James Neveau, from NBC Chicago, joins Jeremy & Pat this week. Cubs Sweep the Rockies and Take 2 of 3 from the Reds. The Cubs start June in 1st place in the division. The bullpen has improved, a great outing for Ben Brown, & More. Enjoy.....and Go Cubs!
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Pete Crow-Armstrong, Kyle Tucker have been stellar, but who's the Cubs' MVP?
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59:31On the debut episode of Home Runs and Handshakes, James Neveau and Frank Nova recap the Cubs' 5-1 homestand against the Rockies and Reds, highlighted by some unsung heroes. Later, they dive into a debate on who the Cubs' MVP has been through the first two months of 2025. Can PCA keep up his torrid pace? What's taking the Cubs so long to offer Kyle …
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 377 - Guest: Matt Trueblood, Successful Cubs Roadtrip, Shaw Returns, PCA Stays Hot, & More
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1:16:31Matt Trueblood joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We discuss the Cubs taking 2 of 3 from the Marlins and the Reds. Shaw has returned and is contributing to third base. PCA stays hot this week. More Injuries, Wrigley to host the All Star Game, & More. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 376 - Guest: Evan Altman, Cubs Sweep Sox, PCA Greatness, & More
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1:07:24Evan Altman, from Cubs Insider, joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We recap the Cubs winning 2 of 3 against the Marlins. Then we recap the Sweep against the White Sox. We discuss PCA in depth. We close the show with our Cubs player profile on Corey Patterson. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 375 - Guest: Kevin McCaffrey, Cubs Lose Giants & Mets Series, Horton Debuts, & More
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58:00Comedian, and friend of the show, Kevin McCaffrey joins Jeremy & Pat this week. Cubs lose 2 of 3 to both the Giants and Mets. Cade Horton makes his Cubs Debut, PCA bats leadoff, & More. We close the show with a profile of Vance Law. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 374 - Guest: Paul Noonan, Cubs and Brewers Deep Dive, Imanaga Injured, & More
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59:11Paul Noonan joins Jeremy & Pat this week. Cubs take 2 of 3 from both the Pirates and Brewers. We Deep Dive into the state of the Brewers. Imanaga injured, what next? We look ahead to the week that will be and close the show profiling Shawon Dunston. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 373 - Guest: James Neveau, Dodgers Swept, PCA Greatness, Cubs Struggle with Phillies, & More
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1:00:38James Neveau, from NBC Chicago, joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We recap last weeks success against the Dodgers and struggles against the Phillies. PCA is HOT, Dansby is cold. 3rd Base continues to be an issue. Cubs are in first place as we head into May. We preview the week ahead and More! Enjoy.....and Go Cubs!…
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2025 NFL Draft 1st Round Recap: Bears take Colston Loveland, Shedeur Sanders falls out of Day 1
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1:19:10The Chicago Bears use the 10th pick to select tight end Colston Loveland in the 2025 NFL Draft. On the premiere episode of Three Men and A Podcast, Kenneth Davis, Josh Schrock and James Neveau recap the 1st round of the 2025 NFL Draft. They start by discussing the Cleveland Browns' decision to trade the No. 2 pick to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Was i…
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 372 - Guest: Jared Wyllys, Wild Cubs DBacks Game, Bullpen Struggles, Offense Shines, & More
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1:01:34Jared Wyllys, from CHGO, joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We recap a 3-3 Cubs week. We talk about the wild Friday game against Arizona. The Bullpen struggles while the offense continues to thrive. We close the show with our former Cubs player profile, this week is Mark DeRosa. Enjoy.....and GO Cubs!
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 371 - Guest: Sara Sanchez, Steele Injured, Cubs Stay Hot, PCA Contract, & More
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1:07:17Sara Sanchez joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We discuss Steele being out for the year, and the impact to the rotation. Cubs win 2 of 3 against Texas and the Dodgers! We talk about PCA contract talks. We close the show profiling former Cub Joe Pepitone. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 370 - Guest: Matt Trueblood, Cubs Home Opening Weekend, Tucker Impresses, Opening Week Recap, & More
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1:15:28Matt Trueblood, from Northside Baseball & Baseball Prospectus, joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We recap the opening road trip and the opening homestand. Shota Imanaga & Kyle Tucker impress. Bullpen struggles early in the season. We close the show talking about the career of Ryne Sandberg.
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 369 - Guest: Evan Altman, Japan Series Recap, Spring Traing Ends, Cubs Season Predictions
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1:06:46Evan Altman, from Cubs Insider, joins Jeremy this week. We discuss the Cubs trip to Tokyo, losing both games to the Dodgers. In the second half of the show, Pat joins Jeremy to go over our predictions for the Cubs 2025 season. We close the show with our former Cub profile of the week, this week is Derrek Lee. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!…
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 368 - Guest: James Neveau, Cubs Spring Training Update, Japan Game Preview, ESPN Contract, & More
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1:08:45James Neveau, from NBC Chicago, joins Jeremy & Pat this week. Not a lot of spring training news. We look ahead to the games in Japan. ESPN opts out of their Sunday Night Baseball contract. Our new segment, we profile a former Cub every week, this week its Moises Alou. Enjoy us for a casual spring training hang out. Enjoy.....and GO CUBS!…
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 367 - Guest: Dan Szymborski & Jared Wyllys, Cubs Zips Projections, Cubs Con Recap, & Pressly Trade
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1:16:12Jeremy & Pat are joined for the first half of the show by Dan Szymborski, from Fangraphs, talking Cubs Zips projections. We close the show with Jared Wyllys, from CHGO, talking Cubs Convention and the Pressly Trade. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!By Jeremy Diemer
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 366 - Guest: Matt Trueblood, Cubs Trade for Kyle Tucker, Offseason Moves, Speculation, & More
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1:15:44Matt Trueblood joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We celebrate Kyle Tucker joining the Cubs. We discuss the other offseason moves and we speculate on potential pitching additions.
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Wrigleyville Nation Special Episode - 1984 Cubs Season SuperCut
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2:59:53We closed each episode this season recapping that week, 40 years ago, during the 84 Cubs season. This is a supercut of all of those segments put together in one episode for your offseason enjoyment. Or watch the video version of the episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/K5j_9D23UfA
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 365 - Guest: Matt Trueblood, Ricketts Letter, Cubs 2024 Season Closure Episode, & More
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1:29:27Matt Trueblood joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We get some closure on the Cubs season. We talk about the Ricketts letter to fans, we take a looka at the current luxury tax situation, off season options, & more. We close the show by talking about our favorite games and moments this season, and we close the show with our final installment of the 84 Cub…
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 364 - Guest: James Neveau, Cubs Season Ends, News, & More
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1:18:08James Neveau, from NBC Chicago, joins Jeremy & Pat. We discuss the final week of the Cubs season. We look at the current state of the team, we discuss the news, & more. Enjoy....and Go Cubs!
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Penn State outduels Illini, Ohio State makes big statement against Spartans
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1:08:59Traditional Big Ten powers had big statements to make Saturday, and they obliged. Penn State used a stifling defense and a potent rush attack to down Illinois in Happy Valley, while Jeremiah Smith continued to dazzle the nation in an Ohio State romp over Michigan State. Ken and James also break down Indiana's 5-0 start and Michigan's bounce back af…
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Cubs Talk podcast looks back at 2024, addresses team’s biggest needs for 2025
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40:48The Cubs Talk podcast takes a look at the 2024 season, evaluating the biggest successes, including the development of Michael Busch and the emergence of Shota Imanaga, and the biggest failures as the team once again misses the playoffs. The crew then evaluates the road ahead for 2025, with free agency and the trade market both serving as avenues fo…
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Ohio State, Penn State face first Big Ten tests in huge week for conference
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1:14:08Two of the top teams in the Big Ten will face their first conference tests this week, and Kenneth Davis and James Neveau are breaking it all down. Eleven Warriors' Dan Hope discusses Ohio State's showdown with Michigan State, evaluating how the team's defense plans to slow down Jordan Chiles and the devastating run game the Buckeyes have deployed t…
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 363 - Guest: Andy Dolan, Cubs Eliminated, & More
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1:01:20Andy Dolan joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We discuss the Cubs week and their elimination from the wild card race. We discuss the season highs and lows. Counsell & Taillon speak. We close the show talking 84 Cubs. Enjoy, and Go Cubs!
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Illinois, Michigan show resilience in massive Week 4 wins
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59:33Several teams made big statements in the Big Ten this weekend, with Illinois' win over Nebraska showcasing the grit of Luke Altmyer and the strategic genius of Aaron Henry. Michigan also proved that reports of their demise were premature in a run-fueled win over USC, with Kalel Mullings stealing the show in Ann Arbor. The guys also praise Iowa for …
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Illinois, Nebraska showcase ascending programs, with USC looking to make statement vs. Michigan
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1:12:27Big Ten conference matchups take center stage this week, starting with a Friday throwdown between Illinois and Nebraska. Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Dylan Raiola's strong play, whether Illinois can cause issues for the freshman, and how Pat Bryant has come into his own in 2024. Ryan Abraham of USCFootball.com then breaks down USC-Mich…
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 362 - Guest: Evan Altman, Big Week For Busch, Cubs Playoff Hopes End, & More
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54:39Evan Altman, from Cubs Insider, joins Jeremy & Pat this week. Busch has a big week, Hendricks pitches well. The bad was the Cubs losing 3 straight games, 2 to the Rockies, effectively ending their playoff hopes. We look at the rest of the schedule, and close the show with the 84 Cubs. Enjoy....Go Cubs!…
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Oregon, Indiana steal the show in jampacked Week 3 of Big Ten season
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1:36:05Rivalry and statement games dotted the Big Ten's schedule this week, and James Neveau and Kenneth Davis have a full recap. Washington drops the Apple Cup, while Oregon blasts Oregon State in a one-sided Civil War showdown. The guys also have plenty of reaction to Alabama thrashing Wisconsin, Indiana and Kurtis Rourke making a statement at the Rose …
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Notre Dame battles Purdue, Wisconsin welcomes Alabama to Camp Randall
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1:27:56Controversy follows Notre Dame into their matchup against Purdue, with questions around quarterback Riley Leonard and the effectiveness of head coach Marcus Freeman. Shaun Davis of the Lucky Lefty Podcast discusses those challenges. Whether Purdue, led by Hudson Card and Devin Mockobee, are primed to pull off an upset against the Irish (1:00). Jake…
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Wrigleyville Nation Ep 361 - Guest: Jared Wyllys, Cubs Offense Struggles, Rizzo Returns, & More
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55:27Jared Wyllys, from CHGO, joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We discuss a tough week, Cubs were shut out 3 times, and lost 4 of 6 games. The wildcard race is all but over. Steele injury, Cubs HOF, & More. Enjoy....and Go Cubs
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Nebraska makes statement, Iowa falters in Big Ten Week 2
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1:11:30It was a busy weekend in Big Ten Country, and James Neveau and Kenneth Davis serve as your tour guides. The guys break down Michigan's loss to Texas and evaluate the Longhorns as a title contender. The guys then discuss a close win for Dillon Gabriel and Oregon, and break down Nebraska's defensive showcase against Coach Prime's Colorado squad. Illi…
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Shota Imanaga’s no-hitter, Anthony Rizzo’s return highlight massive week for Cubs
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38:51It's been quite the ride for the Chicago Cubs this week, and James Neveau and Leila Rahimi break it all down on Cubs Talk. Shota Imanaga and the Cubs combine for a no-hitter, but did Craig Counsell make the right call in pulling him, and just how amazing has the hurler's season been? Leila and James then discuss the return of Anthony Rizzo to Wrigl…
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Nebraska aims for revenge vs. Colorado, Michigan hopes to upset Texas at Big House
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1:23:14It is a jam-packed week of games in the Big Ten, and Ken Davis and James Neveau have a preview of all the action to come. The guys discuss the Iowa-Iowa State rivalry, and whether Cade McNamara can help guide the offense to another big week. They then tackle Oregon after a lackluster Week 1, and whether they could be in for a test vs. Boise State. …
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