The Cubs are in bother, what’s up with the Mariners’ offense, James Wooden arrives + Pirates fan Saxboy

When the Chicago Cubs introduced in extremely desired supervisor Craig Counsell, the thought was that there might presumably be pleasure in Wrigleyville in 2024. Nevertheless, after a little bit of a tough stretch for the Cubbies, they now discover themselves with the third-worst document within the Nationwide League and doubtlessly within the place to be commerce deadline sellers.

Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman discuss what’s gone improper these days for the Cubs and the way it’s landed them within the combine for the third wild card spot within the NL however nonetheless 5.5 video games out. In addition they examine this season to the Cubs’ 2023, after they went on a roll and determined to not be sellers on the deadline. Did they be taught their lesson or will they make the identical mistake twice?

Afterward this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Solid, the blokes are joined by Pittsburgh Pirates social media hit, Saxboy, to speak about how his enthusiasm for the sport of baseball and the Metal Metropolis has grown with the success of the Pirates. He discusses occurring the street and following intently with the membership, in addition to a humorous interplay with the Pirates’ GM, Ben Cherington, in an airport.

Jake & Jordan additionally get into the offensive struggles for the Mariners, who’ve benefitted from glorious beginning pitching, the unicorn prospect James Wooden making his debut with the Washington Nationals, Aaron Civale being traded to the Milwaukee Brewers and pay tribute to the late Orlando Cepeda.

(1:37) – The Cubs are in bother

(11:14) – The Mariners’ offense is tough

(17:47) – Saxboy joins the present!

(23:45) – The tradition of following the Pirates

(32:37) – Operating into Ben Cherington

(36:14) – Aaron Civale traded

(39:35) – James Wooden makes his debut

(45:11) – Remembering Orlando Cepeda