Cubs Now

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Alex Cohen is a play-by-play announcer, and Lance Brozdowski is a player development analyst -- Chicago Cubs insiders who see the game from completely different angles and aren't afraid to have a conversation about it. So, they do, bringing their press-pass access and insight to Marquee Sports Network's brand-new Cubs podcast. Twice per week. All season long.

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May 25 · 26 min
Cliff Floyd Interview: Cultural Branding Impact in Major League Baseball
1997 World Series Champion and Marquee Sports Network studio analyst, Cliff Floyd joins Alex and Lance on the latest episode of Cubs Now. The guys dive in on the current state of the Cubs, how personal branding throughout the league is taking over, and Chris Weber ending Cliff's dream of making it to the NBA.
May 21 · 27 min
Taylor McGregor Interview: Life of a Sideline Reporter
Marquee Sports Network's sideline reporter, Taylor McGregor joins the show. Alex and Lance learn how she balances both Cubs and National assignments, what it takes to make the perfect Instagram post, and the art of flyfishing
May 18 · 25 min
Joe Maddon Interview
2016 World Series Champion manager, Joe Maddon, joins Alex and Lance from Cubs Convention. The skipper reminisces on 2016, gives his thoughts on the current 2026 team, and if he was Commissioner for a day what rule change he would implement.
May 14 · 26 min
Should Cubs Fans Worry About RISP? Probably Not.
Cubs Fans! We see you and hear you! Yes, there have been RISP concerns, no that does not mean you should get all up in arms about it! Alex and Lance discuss why you should not panic when it comes to it regardless of what the box score says on the latest episode of Cubs Now.
May 11 · 25 min
The Cubs Need Pitching. Who Should They Target?
What's better than a 10-game winning streak? How about two 10-game wining streaks?! Your Chicago Cubs just did that! Alex and Lance react to the special feat. The guys also discuss potential starting pitching trade rumors while previewing the Braves series in what looks to be a heavyweight fight in the National League.
May 6 · 24 min
Anniversary of Kerry Wood's 20 Strikeout Game | Cubs Now
Hard to imagine it's been 28 years to the day that Kerry Wood threw his infamous 20 strikeout game. Alex and Lance caught up with the Cubs Hall of Famer at Cubs Convention and revisited that memorable May day.
May 4 · 26 min
2026 Chicago Cubs State of the Union
Lance Brozdowski and Alex Cohen recap the first month of Cubs baseball before looking ahead to the remainder of the 2026 season.
April 30 · 25 min
ELISE MENAKER: Charting a New Course to the Sports Desk
How do you make the leap from the softball diamond to covering the Chicago Cubs? In this episode of the Cubs Now Podcast, Elise Menaker breaks down her incredibly unconventional journey into sports media. From playing professional softball overseas to stepping into the studio at Marquee Sports Network, Elise shares what it really takes to forge your own path in this industry.
April 27 · 25 min
Is PCA Right About Dodgers Fans? | Cubs Now Podcast
Cubs center fielder, Pete Crow-Armstrong, had a lot to say about Los Angeles Dodgers fans during their 3-game series out there. Was he right? Alex and Lance discuss the comments on the latest episode of Cubs Now. P.S. we agree. Baseball needs more villains!
April 23 · 27 min
Jon Sciambi Interview
Want to know what wRC+, xwOBA, and all the other baseball acronyms that make you go, "huh?" then this is the episode for you. Alex and Lance have you covered fresh off a series sweep of the New York Mets. Marquee Sports Network play-by-play announcer, Jon Sciambi, stops by and talks analytics with the guys.
April 19 · 26 min
Will Nico Hoerner win MVP?
Alex and Lance put a bow on Lance's dominant performance on social media. Should Nico Hoerner be in the consideration for National League MVP? Alex and Lance react to Cubs' fans questions from the week.
April 16 · 25 min
Kyle Hendricks Interview
2016 World Series Champion Kyle Hendricks stops by and reflects on his time as a Chicago Cub
April 13 · 27 min
Here's How the Cubs Avoided a Sweep
Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski recap a Sunday walk-off that saved them from a sweep at the hands of the Pittsburgh Pirates, walk through their favorite storylines from a jam-packed week of Cubs baseball, and respond to your questions and thoughts on the team in the debut of a new segment, "the payoff pitch.
April 9 · 25 min
Cade Horton injury fallout for Cubs; Cole Wright pays us a visit
Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski discuss the importance of Colin Rea, Javier Assad and Ben Brown in the Cubs’ rotation with Cade Horton lost for the 2026 season to an elbow injury. Marquee studio host Cole Wright also stops by to chat about the Cubs' X-factors and the importance of bunting.
April 6 · 25 min
How do the Cubs win without Cade Horton?
Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski discuss how the Cubs can win without Cade Horton in the rotation because of an injury. Who will be the next man up between Colin Rea, Ben Brown and Javier Assad? The guys also react to the Internet's hottest Cubs takes.
April 2 · 26 min
Is Edward Cabrera the Cubs' ace? Cleveland trip sparks 2016 World Series win memories
Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski look back on Edward Cabrera's dominant Cubs debut and Ian Happ's hot start to the 2026 season, and introduce the pod's first fan mail segment with Cubs Charities auction winner Peter Komlofske. Speaking of firsts, our very own JD -- Jim Deshaies -- joins the show for our first memory of the 2016 World Series championship win, as the Cubs return to Cleveland for a three-game series against the Guardians.
March 30 · 25 min
What Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong and Nico Hoerner contract extensions really mean
Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski discuss how the Pete Crow-Armstrong and Nico Hoerner six-year contract extensions will impact the Chicago Cubs' future. They also reflect on how Shota Imanaga, Matthew Boyd and Ian Happ performed in the Cubs' season-opening series against the Washington Nationals, and preview the three-game home set against the Los Angeles Angels.
March 24 · 26 min
Cubs reportedly give PCA a contract extension, plus 2026 season preview, bold predictions
Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Cubs reportedly have agreed to a contract extension. So, what does that mean? Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski break it all down on a Cubs Now podcast with news so hot, we had to move up taping two days! And with the 2026 season right around the corner, the guys talk win totals and World Series chances, pick their MVPs and breakout players, and deliver bold predictions that Cubs fans can't miss.
March 23 · 25 min
Alex Bregman exclusive interview; Alex and Lance debut Marquee's new Cubs podcast
How can you become the next Alex Bregman? The Chicago Cubs' new third baseman explains his 2026 season preparation when he joins hosts Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski on the debut episode of Cubs Now -- a press pass-turned-podcast, only on Marquee Sports Network
January 7 · 28 min
EMERGENCY PODCAST: Cubs acquire Edward Cabrera from Marlins in trade
Alex Cohen and Lance Brozdowski react to the Chicago Cubs trading for starting pitcher Edward Cabrera from the Miami Marlins on an emergency episode of the Cubs Weekly Podcast. Lance shares his scouting report on the 27-year-old right-hander, and the guys dissect how Cabrera's addition will impact the Cubs' rotation, plus other moves the team could make this offseason.