Topics include Albert Almora and David Bote's encouraging start to Spring Training -- and more importantly what their roles could look like if they have successful starts this season -- as well as updates of Brandon Morrow and Pedro Strop's injuries.

Topics include Pedro Strop's minor hamstring injury and the rest of the Chicago Cubs bullpen now that a few others have experienced setbacks.

Topics include Willson Contreras' powerful Spring Training, Nico Hoerner's impressive stretch with the big-league club, and David Bote's role when Addison Russell returns from suspension.

Topics include the back of the bullpen -- specifically Tyler Chatwood, Dillon Maples, and Carl Edwards Jr. -- the opening day rotation, and encouraging trends from this week in Spring Training.

Topics include Yu Darvish's optimism about his first two Spring Training Starts, the recap of the starting rotation spring debuts, and the offense's strong start.

Cubs.com beat writer Jordan Bastian joins the episode to talk about his thoughts from the first week of Spring training. Joe Maddon's "millennial" attitude, Anthony Iapoce's batting drills, and Kris Bryant's "revenge tour" are discussed.

Topics include first impressions from Spring Training (e.g., David Bote, Yu Darvish, etc.), Jon Lester's leadership role, and the PECOTA projections.

Topics include the proposed rule changes (pitch clock, NL DH, etc.) and pitchers/catchers reporting to Mesa on February 13.

Topics include the Cubs minor bullpen additions, Yu Darvish's health, and disrespect towards Rizzo.

Topics include the recent signings of Brad Brach, George Kontos, and Junichi Tazawa -- how they fit in the bullpen -- and the state of the Cubs farm system now that many prospects are getting recognition.

Topics include Theo Epstein and Tom Rickett's answers to payroll questions at Cubs con and why there's still so much to be excited about going into Spring Training.

Topics include the recent rumor connecting David Bote to the Padres and all arb-eligible​ players agreeing to deals.

Topics include Theo's recent interview with 670 The Score and wishing a happy, healthy birthday to Jon Lester and Kris Bryant.

Evan Altman, the boss of CubsInsider.com, joins Brendan and Corey to look back on the 2018 season and share some of their favorite moments. They also talk Tony Rizzo's wedding and update on the current state of the offseason.

Topics include the recent reports connecting the Cubs to Bryce Harper, the reasons to be excited about not just 2019 but the next three years as well, and ranking the top homers from the 2016 season.

Topics include David Ross and Mark DeRosa's candidacy​ for the new Cubs bench coach vacancy, as well as the report that Kris Bryant's offseason regime sounds like his shoulder injury is a thing of the past.

Topics include the recent reports that Kyle Schwarber is not available and that the Cubs are "in" on Bryce Harper.

Topics include the rumor of JT Realmuto and Willson Contreras' future.

Topics include Jim Hickey stepping down, the ​potential replacements, and free agent salary projections.

Topics include the recent report that the Cubs are in the mix for Bryce Harper, and Jon Lester finishes 4th in Cy Young voting and Javy Baez finishes 2nd in MVP voting.

Topics include the ridiculous, nonsensical trade rumors surrounding Kris Bryant, Jim Hickey's possible departure, and Joe Maddon's contract not being extended.

Topics include the numerous reports that the Cubs don't have the money to land Harper or Machado.

Topics include the 2019 Cubs payroll, which is likely to be higher than the luxury tax threshold.

Topics include the new Cubs hitting coach Anthony Iapoce and Joe Maddon's agent emphasizing Maddon wants an extension.

Cubs top prospect Dakota Mekkes talks with CubsInsider.com's Evan Altman about the big pitcher's future, mindset, and successful year with AA and AAA.