Climbing The Ivy, A Chicago Cubs Podcast

Cubs lost a 5-4 lead in the ninth against the Reds Friday, giving another blown save to the Cubs staff. Alex lets off a little steam and talks about what to do moving forward.

It has been a rough go for the Chicago Cubs bullpen, and talk is Theo Epstein may begin to look at the market for some help. Alex and Adam discuss possible candidates on other teams. Also, how did former Cub Tommy LaStella find his power stroke? All of this and MORE on Climbing The Ivy!

Alex and Adam discuss Jon Lester's career and what his chances are at one day having a plaque in Cooperstown, New York. The Chicago Cubs recent hot streak is also discussed as the pitching continues to get it done. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy!

The red-hot Chicago Cubs have gotten offensive contributions from all over the lineup, especially Kris Bryant who seems to be back in form. We also address roster moves made Wednesday which includes the return of Addison Russell. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy.

After starting 1-6, the Chicago Cubs are entering May above .500 and are ready to take on their rival St. Louis Cardinals. We discuss the upcoming series, some news and MORE!

Cubs are in the final week of April, and some questions arise of what will happen when Addison Russell is eligible to play again after his 40-game suspension. We also look at more of the successful pitching performances to date and much, much more.

Starting pitching pitching has looked much better for the Cubs as of late, especially the likes of Jose Quintana and Cole Hamels. Also, we welcome back Big Z to Chicago! All of this and so much more on Climbing the Ivy!

The Cubs finally said hello to Wrigley Field again, and they look to battle back from their 3-7 start. Alex and Adam have a few debates tonight on the old ballpark as well as talk about some of the Cubs early successes at the plate.

The 2019 Chicago Cubs season has begun. Unfortunately, it has not been to our liking for the most part. Alex and Adam discuss the Cubs play, other baseball events, and some popular TV shows! All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy!

Join Alex and Adam as they preview the 2019 Chicago Cubs season! Starters, Relievers and Position Players are all broken down in detail. They also discuss the extension of Kyle Hendricks, the demotion of Ian Happ to AAA Iowa and more.

MLB is saying goodbye to a legend and hello to numerous contract extensions. How do some of these extensions affect the Chicago Cubs going forward? Also, we talk about some former Cubs that you probably forgot about! We also preview next week's show which will cover the start of the 2019 season. All of this and MORE on Climbing The Ivy!!

The Chicago Cubs have seen a lot of good things this spring training...however there are concerns about the bullpen. Injuries have the several guys sidelined and many wonder how the pen will look on opening day. Is free agent star closer Craig Kimbrel an option? We debate that as well as other things. All of this and MORE on Climbing The Ivy!

So far so good for many key Chicago Cubs players in Cactus League play. The likes of Yu Darvish, Kris Bryant, Mark Zagunis and Kyle Schwarber are off to very good starts. We discuss them and others on their spring performances so far. Also, we introduce a NEW SEGMENT we will have every show! All of this and MORE on Climbing The Ivy!

Cubs have begun 2019 Cactus League play. Alex, Adam and Cody discuss the progress of Yu Darvish, Jon Lester's approach to the season and Kris Bryant. Speaking of him, what is his future with the organization? Does the Nolan Arenado extension have any say on that. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy!

Chicago Cubs players are all at camp (most of them anyway) and are getting ready for their first Cactus League action. They will not let PECOTA projections get in their way!Chairman Tom Ricketts talked about not having any money to spend and fans are frustrated. Oh, and MANNY MACHADO FINALLY SIGNED! All of this and MORE on Climbing The Ivy!

Chicago Cubs pitchers and catchers have reported, baseball is back! While players are working out, the front office addresses the media formally for the first time during the 2019 season. Also, the Cubs have announced their new 24/7 broadcast network which will begin in 2020. We discuss all of it. *NOTE* there is a 10-second delay before the show starts due to new recording procedure

On a special episode of "Climbing the Ivy" we interview author Doug Wilson, who wrote the upcoming book "Let's Play Two: The Life and Times of Ernie Banks". Our guest shares amazing stories about the life of Mr. Cub, as well as talks about his experience interviewing different people Ernie knew and how he put his book together. The book will hit the market next week. Also, we address the new DH proposal for the National League and other new rule proposals. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy!

What was colder this week? The Hot Stove or Chicago? Well, probably Chicago. At least the Cubs did make some moves building some bullpen depth with a few free agent signings. We also pay a little tribute to "Mr. Cub" Ernie Banks. Tune into all of this and MORE on an "anything goes" episode of Climbing the Ivy!

Things on the Chicago Cubs front are overall quiet still…or, one could say, pretty boring…Cubs Con wrapped up last week and players will be reporting to camp in a few weeks. We also discuss the Hall of Fame class of 2019 as the BBWAA voted in four more guys into Cooperstown on Tuesday. All of this and MORE on Climbing the Ivy!

The Chicago Cubs are ready for their annual fan convention this coming weekend, and there is a lot of frustration among fans. Chairman Tom Ricketts and his family will not be in attendance to answer fan questions, a decision which has been heavily criticized by many. Ricketts did several radio interviews Thursday on 670 the Score and ESPN 1000 discussing the current status of the team. Alex, Adam and Cody will react to all of this, talk about the upcoming convention and MORE on this episode of Climbing the Ivy.