Bleacher Bunch Network: A Chicago Cubs Podcast

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#1-Bleacher Bunch-1-09-25 Jan 10, 2025

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We are joined by kidney donor Cathy Weadley and kidney recipient Denise Vasquez as the first ever guests of the new Bleacher Bunch! Plus, visits from Mike Waller, Jeff Ragauskis, Sara Sanchez, Michael Cotton, Marty "The Salsa King of Chicago" Garcia, Michael Cotton, Billy Devore and Bryan Zeigler.

It's all the best people talking Cubs and baseball in one show!

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CubsPS+ #98: Sammy Sosa & Being Stuck in the Middle Jan 07, 2025

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Welcome to Episode 98 of the podcast! This week, we're diving into all things Sammy Sosa as we celebrate the Cubs legend. Here’s what you’ll find in this episode:

🏆 Sammy Sosa Spotlight

Reflecting on Sammy Sosa’s impact on Cubs fandom and baseball history.
Revisiting the excitement of the 1998 home run chase.
The complexities of Sosa’s legacy, including his connection to the steroid era.
Thoughts on Sammy’s long-overdue return to the Cubs organization and what it means for fans.

⚾ Cubs News and Analysis

A quick recap of Cubs offseason moves, including the Matt Mervis trade and roster considerations.
Updates on roster construction: pitching rotation projections and bench depth analysis.
Speculation on potential trades, free agent signings, and Roki Sasaki rumors.

🎙️ Personal Reflections

Looking back on two and a half years of podcasting as we near Episode 100.
How a short break during the holidays brought new perspective and energy.

🔜 What’s Next?

Exciting changes coming to the Bleacher Bunch podcast family.
Cubs Convention is just around the corner—here’s what I’m looking forward to!

📌 Connect with Us

Follow the Bleacher Bunch on Twitter, Blue Sky, and TikTok. Let us know your thoughts, share your Sammy Sosa memories, and stay tuned for more updates!

🎧 Listen now, and Go Cubs!

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Son Ranto #1024: New Year, Old Guys Jan 02, 2025

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Rockett and Cotton return for the lucky 13th season of Son Ranto Show. It's a New Year with the same old guys ranting about the same old crap the Cubs are doing. Plus a visit from Ranter David Elliott and Cubstradamus visits us live in-studio.

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CCB #242: Sosa Homecoming Dec 30, 2024

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Sammy Sosa returns as Sara Sanchez and Danny Rockett talk about the Cubs returns for some roster rustling trades.

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Baseball Rabbithole-Game 2 Inning 9-Mascots Dec 22, 2024

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It's the end of the game and that means it's time for the mascots to take the field and wave to everyone as they leave.

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Son Ranto Show: 2024 Cubsmas Carol Competition Dec 20, 2024

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Join us for a festively musical evening of Cubs Christmas Carol parody songs sent in by Ranters and guests of the Son Ranto Show as we choose a carol champion for 2024! With Danny Rockett, Eric Wielo, Johnny Onomatopoeia, Santo Claus, Guy Serious, and Crawly!

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CCB #241: King Tuck Dec 17, 2024

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Kyle Tucker is a Cub! What does it all mean? Sara and Danny discuss the big trade.

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Son Ranto #1023: This Winter Meetings Could Have Been an Email Dec 13, 2024

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Bleacher Nation's Luis Medina joins Danny for a 2/3 Ivy Envy reunion, then Uncle Mike comes through to gloat about the Mets shiny new Chistmas present, Juan Soto.

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CubsPS+ #97: Hot Stove - Sizzling or Simmering? Dec 12, 2024

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Welcome to Episode 97! This episode feels a little different—no Cubs player has ever worn #97, but instead of finding a stat or milestone to mark the moment, I’m dedicating this one to Ryne Sandberg, a Cubs legend who shaped my love for the game. I reflect on his legacy, his influence on my childhood, and why we’re all rooting for him as he battles cancer. Ryno, this one’s for you.

This week, the MLB Winter Meetings gave us plenty to talk about. Here's what I cover in this episode:

Cubs Trade and Free-Agent Rumors: The stove is heating up! I dive into the latest on Seiya Suzuki, Nico Hoerner, and Cody Bellinger, plus why the Cubs might make some surprising moves.
The Kyle Tucker Buzz: Could the Cubs pull off a blockbuster trade for Kyle Tucker? I unpack the rumors, what it might take, and why he could be the game-changing bat the Cubs need.
Roster Moves and Rule 5 Draft: From the addition of Gage Workman to the Rule 5 Draft picks and Carson Kelly rumors, I share my thoughts on how these moves could shape the 2024 Cubs roster.
What’s Next: It’s clear the Cubs aren’t done. From starting pitching to bullpen depth and another big bat (or two), I lay out what the team needs to address before Opening Day.

This offseason feels like a turning point for the Cubs, and I can’t wait to see how it unfolds. As always, I’d love to hear your take—what do you think about the Kyle Tucker rumors? Are you optimistic about the Cubs’ moves so far? Let’s talk about it.

Go Cubs, and see you next week!

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CCB #240: Takes Juan to Know Juan Dec 09, 2024

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Sara Sanchez and Danny Rockett talk about the Juan Soto deal and lament that the Cubs are no longer in on these blockbusters. Plus we delve into what it means for trades at the Winter Meetings this week.

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