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Cubs On Deck

From player interviews to rankings and analysis, Cubs On Deck is dedicated to bringing you everything you need to know about the Chicago Cubs minor league system and its top prospects.

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52:40

137. Top 100 Status for Josiah Hartshorn? Promotion...

Cubs On Deck ·

2026/04/21

This is your prototypical episode with Greg Huss and Bryan Smith. Topics include:Josiah Hartshorn popping onto Top 100 radarsOwen Ayers continues his Arizona Fall League hot streak to the regular seasonCole Mathis providing he doesn't belong in Myrtle BeachGrant Kipp nearly perfect to start the seasonBJ Murray Jr. proving himself at Triple-APedro Ramirez showing powerJace Beck looking like a potential breakout bullpen arm

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23:01

136. Interviews with Prospects Kade Snell & Kane...

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2026/04/14

In this episode, Greg Huss sits down pregame with 3 members of the South Bend Cubs:Outfielder Kade Snell talks about his added strength and experience in big league Spring Training gamesOutfielder Kane Kepley breaks down his hair-on-fire play style and what he's learned with each jump in competition level.Hitting coach Nate Spears discusses his time in the organization as a player following his involvement in the Corey Patterson trade and how it compares to the impact he makes on players now that

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47:16

135. Hot Starts and a New Pitching Development Strategy

Cubs On Deck ·

2026/04/07

Topics on this week's episode with Greg Huss and Greg Zumach:Affiliate assignments that stand out like Cole Mathis to Myrtle BeachRiley Martin's promotion to Chicago and MLB debutThere seems to be a new pitching development strategy, with almost all of the Cubs' lower level pitchers going multiple inningsKevin Alcantara's hot startJosiah Hartshorn's impressive pro debutJames Triantos back on track

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66:31

Reacting to Minor League Opening Weekend & Predicting...

Cubs On Deck ·

2026/03/31

Two big-time segments on this week's episode with Greg Huss and Bryan Smith:The first 40 minutes is spent making the hottest takes this podcast has ever seen (even if that's a very relative statement). From Jefferson Rojas making the bigs this year to Will Sanders' most important pitch and eating crow on Pedro Ramirez, the guys react to the first weekend of I-Cubs games and Spring Training.The back-end of the show is the guys making their annual predictions for what Cubs prospects make their MLB

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69:21

133. The Fourth Annual Cubs Prospect Fantasy Draft

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2026/03/24

Hosts Greg Huss, Bryan Smith, and Greg Zumach once again compete in the yearly nerdy tradition of drafting teams full of Cubs prospects. They each select seven pitchers and twelve position players to fill out their rosters. They begin with the big three of Jaxon Wiggins, Moises Ballesteros, and Jefferson Rojas and finish by going 57 names deep.

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59:33

132. Jaxon Wiggins and Jonathon Long Lead the Crop of...

Cubs On Deck ·

2026/03/17

Greg Huss is joined by Iowa Cubs broadcaster Jason Kempf to preview the talented I-Cubs roster for 2026. Players mentioned in this episode include:Jaxon Wiggins, Connor Noland, Will Sanders, Riley Martin, Jack Neely, Jonathon Long, James Triantos Jr., Hayden Cantrelle, Pedro Ramirez, BJ Murray Jr., Kevin Alcantara, Brett Bateman, Ben Brown, Jordan Wicks, Ethan Roberts, Luke Little

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90:03

131. Previewing a Stacked South Bend Lineup and...

Cubs On Deck ·

2026/03/10

Greg Huss is joined by South Bend Cubs broadcaster Brendan King as the two preview the 2026 season for two different Cubs affiliates: the High-A South Bend Cubs and Double-A Knoxville Smokies. Players of note:South Bend: Nazier Mule, Dom Hambley, Koen Moreo, Ethan Flanagan, Jostin Florentino, JP Wheat, Jake Knapp, Pierce Coppola, Tyler Ras, Logan Poteet, Cameron Sisneros, Owen Ayers, Cole Mathis, Ty Southisene, Matt Halbach, Angel Cepeda, Yahil Melendez, Kade Snell, Leonel Espinoza, Kane Kepley,

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52:54

130. Myrtle Beach Pelicans Season Preview: Ethan...

Cubs On Deck ·

2026/03/03

Myrtle Beach broadcaster Luke Moehle joins host Greg Huss to preview the Pelicans' 2026 campaign. Players of note:Kevin Camacho, Alfredo Romero, Hayden Frank, Eli Jerzembeck, Dominick Reid, Jairo Diaz, Justin Stransky, Alexis Hernandez, Ludwing Espinoza, Alexey Lumpuy, Eli Lovich, Ethan Conrad, Josiah Hartshorn

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57:12

129. Prospects in Major League Spring Training Games,...

Cubs On Deck ·

2026/02/24

In this episode, Greg Huss goes solo on the live stream to dig into many of the nearly 40 prospects that have appeared in Spring Training games so far, with special attention paid to the 10 non-roster invitee prospects invited to Big League camp. Throughout the episode, he answers questions from listeners about some of your favorite prospects!

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74:30

128. Updating Our Cubs Prospect Rankings Ahead of...

Cubs On Deck ·

2026/02/17

In this episode, Greg Zumach plays host, asking Greg Huss and Bryan Smith about their brand new Cubs prospect lists. The trio talk about the identical top 5 of Jaxon Wiggins, Moises Ballesteros, Jefferson Rojas, Kevin Alcantara, and Jonathon Long before continuing down their rankings all the way to the 30th best prospect in the system.

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50:29

127. Cubs Prospect Owen Ayers Details His Breakout...

Cubs On Deck ·

2026/01/27

Cubs prospect Owen Ayers joins Greg Huss and Bryan Smith to talk about...His roundabout journey to pro ballDefensive work behind the plateAn absolute breakout performance in the Arizona Fall LeagueHitting intricaciesWhether or not players pay attention to prospect rankings

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37:48

126. What it's Like Getting Signed Out of Tread, with...

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2026/01/20

Cubs pitching prospect Jackson Kirkpatrick joins Greg Huss to talk about a number of topics:Tread Athletics pro dayGetting signedDeveloping his pitch mixHow training is different with the Cubs than with TreadWhat offseason training looks likeDynamic of struggling in college vs. struggling as a proChris Clarke's impact on him

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43:27

125. Owen Caissie, Cristian Hernandez, & Edgardo De...

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2026/01/08

Greg Huss and Bryan Smith break down the recent Cubs trade as they acquired Edward Cabrera from the Marlins for Owen Caissie, Cristian Hernandez, and Edgardo De Leon. The guys break down what the Cubs lost in each player they dealt away and also break down the state of the system post-trade.

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35:53

124. Jaxon Wiggins vs. Moises Ballesteros vs. Owen...

Cubs On Deck ·

2025/12/30

In this episode, Greg Huss provides prospect profiles for the clear-cut top 3 prospects in the Cubs organization: Jaxon Wiggins, Moises Ballesteros, and Owen Caissie. He walks through each player's strengths, weaknesses, potential outcomes, and timeline to consistent Major League roles.

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42:28

123. Former Prospect and Current Banana Ball Player...

Cubs On Deck ·

2025/12/09

Greg Huss is joined by former Cubs prospect and recent draft pick of the Texas Tailgaters from the Banana Ball League, Chris Clarke. He spent six seasons in the Cubs organization and gives the lowdown on what it was like during his time in the system. - Favorite parts of each affiliate - Playing with and then playing for Pelicans manager Yovanny Cuevas - How he completely turned around the Myrtle Beach Pelicans season - How pitching development has changed during his time in the org - How pitch

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68:33

122. Hayden Cantrelle on Playing in Different Orgs,...

Cubs On Deck ·

2025/11/25

Topics on this week's episode with Greg Huss and Cubs prospect Hayden Cantrelle:An impressive college careerStarting his own sandlot league during COVIDSpending time in 4 different organizationsPlaying 6 different positions last yearsThe intricacies of switch hitting and how to trainAn impressive performance in Las VegasHis take on the ABS challenge systemWhy he started a YouTube channel and why he still does itHayden's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@5Guyy

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49:17

Cubs Prospect Kade Snell Talks Transition From...

Cubs On Deck ·

2025/11/18

Today, we're joined by Cubs 5th round pick and current prospect Kade Snell. He talks with Greg Huss about...Growing up an Auburn fan and committing there to pitchTransitioning to a two-way players in junior collegeTransferring into Alabama and becoming captain of their team in a short timeDraft day experience and who else he was almost selected byHis insane summer with lots of travel and even more baseballImportance of the Strength and Conditioning teamLimiting strikeouts while adding powerWhy he

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48:15

120. Rule 5 Draft Preview: Who Should the Cubs Protect?

Cubs On Deck ·

2025/11/11

In this episode with Greg Huss and Greg Zumach, the guys run through nine prospects that might get added to the 40-man roster and protected from the Rule 5 Draft.Riley MartinJames TriantosJP WheatBrandon BirdsellErian RodriguezConnor NolandCristian HernandezPedro RamirezGrant KippThey end the show by making their predictions for who will be protected.

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85:57

119. Cubs Prospect Awards and Superlatives

Cubs On Deck ·

2025/10/21

Welcome into another edition of the Chicago Cubs Prospects Award Show! This year, Greg Huss, Greg Zumach, and Bryan Smith hand out 20 awards and superlatives. Whether you are looking for the Hitter of the Year or the best fastball in the system, you can find it in this episode!

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59:08

118. Jaxon Wiggins, Jonny Long, and Angel Cepeda Lead...

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2025/09/16

Greg Huss and Bryan Smith recap the seasons of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, Knoxville Smokies, and Iowa Cubs by handing out an MVP, Cy Young, and Most Improved Player award at each of the affiliates that wrapped up or are wrapping up their seasons. Like last week with South Bend, the guys dig into plenty of players, with multiple guys making their case to bring home some hardware.

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