The Cubs lose the series to the Kansas City Royals as Colin Rea struggles on the mound and the pitching depth continues to be exposed. With Kyle Tucker out of the lineup and Pete Crow-Armstrong trying to spark the offense, Chicago couldn’t keep up with Kansas City’s bats. As the trade deadline looms, the big question remains: will the Cubs add a starting pitcher to stay in the race? The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down the series, Rea’s outing, and what’s next for PCA and the rest of the roster.

The Chicago Cubs bounce back to tie the series against the Kansas City Royals, powered by a dominant outing from Matthew Boyd on the mound. Veteran Rich Hill got the start for the Royals, but the Cubs’ offense led by Pete Crow Armstrong, Kyle Tucker, Carson Kelly, and Dansby Swanson got the job done. The CHGO Cubs crew breaks down Boyd’s brilliance, key contributions from the lineup, and how the Cubs responded after a tough loss. Plus, we dive into the playoff race, trade deadline buzz, and what to watch for in the series finale.

With the MLB Trade Deadline approaching fast, the Chicago Cubs are poised to make a splash. With a great team in place, the question isn't if Jed Hoyer will buy, but who he's targeting and what it will cost to get a deal done. Making a championship run often requires painful decisions, and on this episode, Luke Stuckmeyer and Kevin Wells dive deep into Jed Hoyer's overall strategy. They'll cover the top players the Cubs could acquire for the final stretch, the latest trade rumors buzzing around the league, and the biggest question of all: what is the price of winning? That means breaking down which top prospects—including Owen Caissie, Moises Ballesteros, Kevin Alcantara, and Jefferson Rojas—could be on the move to put this team over the top. Join the CHGO Cubs crew for the ultimate 2025 Trade Deadline preview and get the inside scoop on what's next for the North Siders!