It's the end of the game and that means it's time for the mascots to take the field and wave to everyone as they leave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

Join us for a festively musical evening of Cubs Christmas Carol parody songs sent in by Ranters and guests of the Son Ranto Show as we choose a carol champion for 2024! With Danny Rockett, Eric Wielo, Johnny Onomatopoeia, Santo Claus, Guy Serious, and Crawly! For early and ad-free Son Ranto. Subscribe to our Patreon campaign. Subscribe free at any …

Kyle Tucker is a Cub! What does it all mean? Sara and Danny discuss the big trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

Bleacher Nation's Luis Medina joins Danny for a 2/3 Ivy Envy reunion, then Uncle Mike comes through to gloat about the Mets shiny new Chistmas present, Juan Soto. Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/sonranto FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE! For early and ad-free S…

Welcome to Episode 97! This episode feels a little different—no Cubs player has ever worn #97, but instead of finding a stat or milestone to mark the moment, I’m dedicating this one to Ryne Sandberg, a Cubs legend who shaped my love for the game. I reflect on his legacy, his influence on my childhood, and why we’re all rooting for him as he battles…

Sara Sanchez and Danny Rockett talk about the Juan Soto deal and lament that the Cubs are no longer in on these blockbusters. Plus we delve into what it means for trades at the Winter Meetings this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

This episode, Cotton goes down the baseball rabbithole, literally. The evolution of the actual baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

Ivy Envy's Corey Fineran joins Danny with his nephew Cooper to talk about his new awesome glove the Ranters got him to help him recover from meningitis, the Crawly from Fly the W discusses Cubs Caroling and all the Cubs moves this off season so far. Then Ranter Blake Beard comes through to discuss being a season ticket holder and what motivates him…

Podcast Show Notes: Episode 96 Episode Summary: This week, I take you on a unique journey connecting baseball, history, and the small town of Ninety-Six, South Carolina. We delve into the story of Big Bill Voiselle, a pitcher who played for the Cubs and made history by honoring his hometown through his jersey number. From fascinating trivia about V…

Sara Sanchez and Danny Rockett trudge through the Cubs pitching depth signings as we await the Winter Meetings. For Early and Ad Free listening-Subscribe at http://www.patreon.com/sonranto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

Podcast Show Notes Episode Title: Thankful for You…and a Brand New Bench Episode Summary: Happy Thanksgiving, Cubs fans! In this special holiday episode, I dive into what it will take for the Cubs to return to their winning ways and why 95 wins in 2024 could be a game-changer. I reflect on Cubs history, from the highs of 2016 to the challenges of r…

Sara and Danny are back to go through the Cubs mediocre moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

One of the great joys of going to a baseball game is to catch a foul ball. Even greater than that, a home run. But how did all of this happen? Who decided it was okay to take a ball home? That and more in this episode of the Baseball Rabbithole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Kyle from the Setup Man and Joey "Wrigleyville Bum" Waltz join Danny for a show of thanks...um I mean rants! Plus the Cubs actually make a few moves! Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/sonranto FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE! Follow us! Facebook, BlueSky, Insta,…

Podcast Show Notes – Episode 94 Host: Mike Waller Episode Summary: In Episode 94, I dive into the Cubs’ recent roster moves, including trades, designations, and Rule 5 protections, as the team gears up for the 2024 season. With the non-tender deadline looming, I analyze key decisions impacting the roster and what they signal for the future. From de…

The Second World War was winding down as the World Series was heating up, as the Tigers took on the Cubs in a wild one at Wrigley Field. Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/sonranto FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE! Buy your tickets here http://www.sonranto.com/tic…

Bricks Behind the Ivy's Jeff Ragauskis joins Danny to ponder why the Cubs are the "Glorified Pirates". We visit with our Super Ranter of the Week, Rogue Wave Creative, and in Act 2 Eric Wielo and Johnny Onomatopoeia join to let you know how you can be wined and dined without buying into a Timeshare. For early and ad-free Son Ranto. Subscribe to our…

Episode Summary: In this episode, I welcome Sara Sanchez (Bleed Cubbie Blue) to tackle an ambitious roster-building exercise: could we construct a stronger Cubs roster for 2024 within the same budget constraints as the current front office? Inspired by a September discussion, we analyze roster decisions, free agent signings, and trades to see if we…

Podcast Show Notes for Episode 92 In Episode 92, I take a deep dive into the Cubs' current offseason situation, unpacking the big decisions that lie ahead and revisiting some crucial moments in team history that hold powerful lessons for today. Episode Highlights: 1. Juan Soto Rumors and the Cubs’ Approach: A breakdown of the latest rumors around J…

Cubs Insider's Evan Altman and Bleed Cubbie Blue's Sara Sanchez join Danny Rockett to talk about the Cubs new implementation of Scout GPT and the Emotionless A.I. models being built to develop and sign players. Plus, a visit with Ranter Maggie Mae! Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 do…

Lyle and Danny talk World Series Champion Dodgers and Ranter Kari Bronner Meier stops by for a visit, as does a dear departed Cubs player and broadcaster while we raise the dead with a Ouija board. Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/sonranto FREE TRIALS…

Episode 91 - Fact or Fiction: How to Win in the Postseason In this episode, I take a deep dive into the world of Major League Baseball, examining how teams approach postseason success and the key factors that lead to winning championships. We explore the delicate balance between parity, spending, and star power in MLB, comparing it to other major s…

The Cubs win their second World Series in a row over the Tigers as the Model T rolls off assembly lines and Taft is elected president. Want to be a part of Cubs Pod history? Contact sonranto@gmail.com and find out how you can become a podcaster on the Bleacher Bunch Network. Early and ad-free Cubs Pod when you subscribe. http://www.patreon.com/sonr…

Ranter Jose Orlando Mercado joins us in our meet a Ranter segment and then a freak out over the ABS system totally derails the show. That's entertainment baby! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

The single season home run record has been broken many times and each time it seems to bring controversy along with it. Join the Baseball Rabbithole as I look at the tarnished past of the home run record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

Danny Rockett takes you through the first Cubs game he remembers attending at Wrigley Field where something special almost happened. Get this podcast early and ad free when you subscribe at http://www.patreon.com/sonranto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

Episode 90: Welcome to episode 90 of the podcast! In this episode, I dive into what the Cubs need to do to turn their 83-win season into a playoff-contending 90-win team. I explore the concept of 90 wins as a target—something Craig Counsell and Jameson Taillon have both referenced—and how it almost always gets teams into the playoffs. I also reflec…

Tom Ricketts wrote Cubs fans a letter apologizing for the Cubs season that looks exactly like the letter apologizing for last year's Cubs season. Plus Mets fan Uncle Mike joins us and we meet Ranter Bill Sugas! Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/sonrant…

Ranter Chris Silotto presents a Cubs Pod for a Cubs game from nearly 20 years ago! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

The Cubs saved next season already by hiring a really old guy who is Yoda for Catchers and a really young guy who is smarter and math than you! Plus Uncle Mike celebrates the Mets victory over the Phillies and Cotton loses his mind that the Rockies have any talent at all. Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Su…

Jed goes all Corporo-New Speak at his presser and does not reassure Cubs fans that positive change is coming. Plus, we talk about the playoff picture so far. Follow us at @BCB_sara and @sonranto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

Show Notes: Introduction: Welcome to CubsPS+, a weekly podcast about Chicago Cubs baseball. Hosted by Mike Waller: lifelong Cubs fan, baseball stats nerd, and youth baseball coach. Episode Focus: Today’s episode takes us on a trip back through key Cubs postseason games played on October 6th. We cover 85 years of Cubs history, featuring games from 1…

We bring on Brewers fan Eric Wielo to ridicule him for his team's early exit, and Uncle Mike to thank him for what the Mets did to our division rivals. Plus, Jed said some stuff and Bleacher Jeff is going to Japan! Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/son…

In the 5th inning, we go down the rabbithole to learn about Wrigley Field and end up learning about one of the most important men in Chicago Baseball history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

Bringing you offseason Cubs Pod! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

Sara Sanchez and Danny Rockett discuss the boringness of the 2024 Cubs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

The last show of the Cubs 2024 season! We are joined by Chris Silotto, Johnny Onomatopoeia, Cody Delmendo, Eric Wielo and Billy Devore! An All-Star cast of baseball fans! Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/sonranto FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE! Buy your ticket…

Podcast Episode 89 - Show Notes Title: Process…or Processing Loss Episode Summary: In this episode, I take a deep dive into the 2024 Cubs season, reflecting on the highs, lows, and what lies ahead for the team. From comparing this season to previous disappointing years, like 2004 and 1985, to assessing the team’s shortcomings, I break down where th…

The Cubs played badly against two bad teams, ending their #Fake Rally chance at the participation trophy called the 3rd Wild Card spot. Johnny Onomatopoeia joins us to preview this 4 game Nationals series. Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/sonranto FRE…

Cotton starts talking about All Star Games, and finds a Rabbitholes that take him to San Francisco and also Satchel Paige. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

The Cubs have a winning record at home, but Wrigley has become the park where all team's bats go to die this year! We run through some of the numbers and talk about splitting games with the Yankees and Dodgers. Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/sonrant…

Show Notes: The Road to 88 Wins: Cubs need to finish 14-4 to have any shot at the third wild card. Current competition includes the Braves and the Mets. Breakdown of remaining 18 games and critical matchups. Performance at Wrigley Field: Wrigley has surprisingly become a pitcher-friendly park this season. Cubs' offensive struggles at home and the c…

Every time it really matters the Cubs fall on their face and then do something awesome to make you buy back in again! But now the Cubs have the same chance to make the playoffs as America's favorite milk. 2%. Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/sonranto …

Sara and Danny are back wondering what the heck the Cubs are doing in their race to the middle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

We are back with the bottom of inning 3 and all of the American League Team Names. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBleacher Bunch Network:

In this episode, I dive deep into the current state of the Cubs, focusing heavily on Kyle Hendricks, his career, and what might be his final days with the team. I start by reflecting on the Cubs' season, highlighting their ups and downs, and the precarious position they find themselves in as they fight to stay above .500 and keep their playoff hope…

In the third inning of game 2, Michael takes us down a deep rabbit hole discussing the names and evolution of the names of the National League Teams. This rabbit hole is so deep, it had to be split into the top of the inning, National League and the Bottom of the inning, American League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice…

You've never heard a Son Ranto Show like this! Because Danny isn't there....Andrew and Mike Waller guest host. Early and ad free access when you support the Son Ranto Show by becoming a Super Ranter for only 1 dollar at http://www.patreon.com/sonranto FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE! Buy your tickets here http://www.sonranto.com/tickets Buy your gear here ht…

Episode Summary: Welcome to episode two of The Signs, a new podcast where I dive into interesting numbers, trends, and plays related to the Chicago Cubs. I'm your host, Mike Waller, and today I'm breaking down the Competitive Balance Tax (CBT) and how it affects the Cubs' spending decisions. Key Points Discussed: Introduction to the Competitive Bal…

Episode 86 - Heart Attack Hector Gone, Cubs Hanging by a Thread Welcome to Episode 86 In this episode, I dive deep into the latest developments surrounding the Cubs, including the surprising decision to DFA Hector Neris. I break down the reasoning behind this move, discuss Hector’s performance this season, and explore what this means for the Cubs b…