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Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast

Off the Ivy is your daily dose of Chicago Cubs talk. Dan Bernstein, Matt Abbatacola and Cody Delmendo bring you the hottest and most important stories from around the organization - every single day.Whether it"s a walk-off win, a frustrating bullpen meltdown, a surprise call-up from Iowa, or the latest front office drama, we"re reacting to it all with the passion and knowledge the Wrigley Fieldfaithfuldeserve. New episode every day. Rain or shine. Win or lose.Subscribe, leave a review, and

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00:50:56

A break down and reaction to Jed Hoyer's season...

Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ·

2026/10/06

Jed Hoyer’s season-ending press conference made one thing crystal clear: the Chicago Cubs know their biggest problem is pitching.After a disappointing Wild Card sweep by the Padres, Hoyer admitted the Cubs’ pitching struggled from the beginning of the season and acknowledged that injuries, poor performances and poor acquisitions all played a role. He also pointed directly at the Brewers’ pitching infrastructure, saying the Cubs need to “double down” in that area.Hoyer also took responsibility for

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00:46:54

Looking ahead to Jed Hoyer and Chicago Cubs offseason...

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2026/10/02

The Chicago Cubs’ 2026 season is over — and now the focus shifts to one of the most important offseasons of the Jed Hoyer era.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Cubs free agents & pitching staff headed into 202717:20 Cubs need a lighter clubhouse personality wise24:53 Breaking down Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki situations41:35 Offseason plans for Off The IvyHow will the Cubs attack the offseason after getting swept by the Padres? The biggest question may be what they do to rebuild a pitching staff that struggled

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00:49:13

OFFENSE BROKE AGAIN! Chicago Cubs season ends in...

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2026/10/01

The Chicago Cubs’ season is over after getting swept by the San Diego Padres in the NL Wild Card Series — and the biggest problem was an offense that completely disappeared when it mattered most.After leading MLB in runs during the regular season, the Cubs scored just one run across two playoff games and hit only .129 as a team (8-for-62). Pete Crow Armstrong and Alex Bregman went a combined 0-for-15, while the Cubs struggled to come through in key situations throughout the series.So what happened

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00:39:23

Chicago Cubs get EMBARRESSED vs Padres to begin...

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2026/09/30

The Chicago Cubs got embarrassed by the San Diego Padres to open their postseason run, and now their season is on the brink.Matthew Boyd was tagged for THREE home runs as the Padres jumped all over the Cubs, while Chicago’s offense went completely silent for half the game — getting NO-HIT for six innings and struggling to generate any kind of momentum.After limping into October, the Cubs now find themselves facing a must-win situation tonight. Can the offense finally wake up? Can the pitching keep

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00:39:59

Chicago Cubs-San Diego Padres Wild Card Series...

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2026/09/29

The Chicago Cubs are back in the postseason — and it’s a rematch with the San Diego Padres, this time at Petco Park. After an 89-win regular season, the Cubs open the NL Wild Card Series tonight looking to advance and get another shot at Milwaukee.Matthew Boyd gets the ball for Chicago in Game 1 against Padres right-hander Michael King. Boyd returns to the postseason mound against San Diego after starting Game 1 of last year’s Wild Card Series and holding the Padres to one run over 4⅓ innings. King

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00:52:01

PCA and Chicago Cubs LIMP into the playoffs after 89...

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2026/09/28

The Chicago Cubs are headed back to the postseason after an 89-win regular season — but they certainly aren't entering October at full strength.Pete Crow Armstrong and Alex Bregman have been two of the biggest reasons the Cubs got here, with PCA putting together a historic season that included becoming just the seventh player in MLB history to record a 40/40 season and setting multiple Cubs offensive records along the way.Bregman was just as important, especially in the second half. His production

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00:37:36

IT HAPPENED! PCA completes 40/40 season & Chicago...

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2026/09/25

Pete Crow-Armstrong has officially joined baseball’s 40/40 club!PCA stole his 40th base of the season Thursday against the Marlins, giving him 45 home runs and 40 stolen bases and making him just the seventh player in MLB history to reach the 40/40 mark. With the stolen base, he became the first to ever achieve 40 homers, 40 stolen bases, and accumulate 10.0 or more WAR in the same season, making this single season one of the greatest ever not only by a Chicago Cub but in MLB history.And the

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00:42:47

Chicago Cubs offense QUIET AGAIN in loss to Marlins |...

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2026/09/24

The Chicago Cubs are ONE win away from clinching a postseason berth — but the offense has gone quiet at the worst possible time.The Cubs dropped the series to the Miami Marlins after a 3-2 loss Wednesday night, getting just two runs on Dansby Swanson’s two-run single before Miami retired the final nine Chicago hitters. The Cubs now sit at 87-71 and have seen San Diego move into the top NL Wild Card spot at 88-70, putting the Padres one game ahead of Chicago and Philadelphia.The good news? The Cubs'

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00:40:13

Chicago Cubs fail in extra innings in BRUTAL loss to...

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2026/09/23

The Chicago Cubs had every opportunity to beat the Miami Marlins — and couldn’t cash in.The Cubs went just 1-for-18 with runners in scoring position and left 15 runners on base in a frustrating 12-inning loss to the Marlins. But perhaps the biggest missed opportunity came in the 10th inning, when Matt Shaw couldn’t get a bunt down to move the runner and keep the Cubs’ rally alive.In a game that stretched into extra innings, the Cubs’ inability to execute with runners on base ultimately came back to

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00:42:24

Can the Chicago Cubs win in the postseason without...

Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ·

2026/09/22

Dan Bernstein, Matt Abbatacola and Cody Delmendo break down the latest on Alex Bregman after the Cubs third baseman suffered multiple facial fractures when he was struck by a foul ball in the on-deck circle. For now, it's a waiting game as doctors monitor the swelling and evaluate his recovery timeline, though the Cubs remain hopeful he'll return before the season ends. With October approaching, losing a player of Bregman's caliber would create a massive challenge for a Cubs club with postseason

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00:46:01

Alex Bregman suffers the most UNTHINKABLE injury to...

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2026/09/21

Alex Bregman's scary face injury put a damper on an otherwise successful weekend for the Chicago Cubs, who secured their third straight series victory and moved their magic number to clinch a postseason spot down to just one after taking two out of three in Cincinnati.In this episode, we break down Bregman's injury, the impact it could have on the Cubs heading into October, an update on PCA's historic season, and the team's continued push toward the playoffs. With the postseason within reach, how

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00:42:11

How PCA, Alex Bregman & Chicago Cubs spending day at...

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2026/09/18

The Chicago Cubs enjoyed their off day at Churchill Downs, where PCA and his teammates watched Alex Bregman's horse pick up a big win! But that victory takes on an even more interesting meaning when you look back at Cubs history.As PCA continues his historic season, chasing Rogers Hornsby for the all-time single-season Cubs WAR record. Hornsby was not only one of the greatest players in franchise history, but also had a well-documented gambling addiction, particularly when it came to horse

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00:46:31

Shota Imanaga shoves & PCA continues HISTORIC season...

Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ·

2026/09/17

Pete Crow Armstrong's historic 2026 season just reached another milestone! The Cubs star launched two more home runs against the Atlanta Braves last night, cementing his place in franchise history.PCA is now the Chicago Cubs' all-time leader in home runs in a single season by a left-handed hitter, surpassing hall of famer Billy Williams in 1970. Even more impressive? He's now tied with Ernie Banks for the most home runs in a single season by a player at his age in Cubs history.From his power surge

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00:31:57

Chicago Cubs bullpen continued to be a MASSIVE...

Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ·

2026/09/16

The Chicago Cubs' bullpen imploded yet again in September, blowing a 3-0 lead in Tuesday night's 6-3 loss to the Atlanta Braves. With the postseason approaching, the Cubs' pitching issues continue to raise serious concerns. Jacob Webb surrendered the go-ahead home run to Ozzie Albies, while Edward Cabrera gave up another long ball in the ninth inning to Drake Baldwin to put the game out of reach.Cody, Matt, and Dan break down another frustrating night for the Cubs' bullpen, examine Webb's struggles

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00:37:21

PCA and Chicago Cubs offense power themselves closer...

Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ·

2026/09/15

Pete Crow-Armstrong is making Cubs history — and he’s getting closer to an incredible 40/40 season! 🔥PCA launched his 42nd home run of the season, tying Cubs legend Billy Williams for the most home runs ever by a left-handed hitter in franchise history. But he wasn’t done there. Crow-Armstrong also stole a base, he reached 100 runs batted in and continued to push himself toward the rare 40-home run, 40-steal milestone.And perhaps most importantly, the Cubs took care of business against the Braves,

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00:38:32

Alex Bregman and Chicago Cubs bounce back in series...

Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ·

2026/09/14

The Chicago Cubs needed a response after getting swept by the Brewers — and they got one this weekend against the Pittsburgh Pirates.Alex Bregman stepped up in a big way, helping lead the Cubs back in the right direction while the offense showed signs of life. We discuss how he's been the second most valuable player in MLB since the All-Star Break and his season shift overall. But perhaps the biggest development was the Cubs bullpen, which took some significant steps forward after struggling

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00:39:23

PCA and Chicago Cubs DESPERATELY need to get right vs...

Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ·

2026/09/11

The Chicago Cubs are off to a 3-6 start in September, and with October getting closer, the margin for error is shrinking fast.In this episode, we break down the Cubs’ latest playoff odds and what this rough stretch means for their chances of making the postseason. Are the Cubs putting themselves in danger of falling out of the playoff picture, or is there still enough time to turn things around?We’ll also look ahead at the remaining schedule and ask an important question: What matchups should the

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00:39:29

Chicago Cubs SWEPT AGAIN by Milwaukee Brewers to...

Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ·

2026/09/10

The Chicago Cubs have been SWEPT by the Milwaukee Brewers, and this series exposed a major difference between these two teams: pitching infrastructure.The Brewers continue to develop, identify, and build pitching at a level the Cubs simply haven't been able to match. From their rotation depth to their bullpen and the way they consistently find arms to get big outs, Milwaukee’s pitching infrastructure looks YEARS ahead of Chicago’s.And with the Cubs struggling to get reliable innings and late-game

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00:42:32

Chicago Cubs bullpen blows ANOTHER lead in extra...

Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ·

2026/09/09

The Chicago Cubs blew another late lead against the Milwaukee Brewers tonight, and this one hurts even more as they drop the series in Milwaukee.Carson Kelly came through with a huge late hit to give the Cubs the lead and put them in position to steal the game. But once again, the bullpen couldn’t hold it — and Jacob Webb ultimately became the reason the Cubs lost.Webb’s outing turned a two-run lead with two outs in the 9th inning into another brutal loss in extra innings, raising even more

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00:38:17

Chicago Cubs bullpen implodes AGAIN vs the Brewers

Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ·

2026/09/08

The Chicago Cubs suffered another frustrating loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, and once again, the bullpen became the biggest story.After Matthew Boyd delivered a strong outing, Craig Counsell’s decision to send Boyd back out for the 8th inning deserves some serious scrutiny. Was it the right call to push Boyd deeper into the game, or did the Cubs manager put his team in a position to give the Brewers a chance to take control?Once again, Chicago’s bullpen couldn’t hold the line, and these late-game

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