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Bricks Behind the Ivy

When the Smoked Clear - With Evan Altman of Cubs Insider!

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ The Trade Deadline came and went and we still stand. The team is different and one of baseball's best smiles (Christopher Morel) has gone to crush home runs in Tampa Bay. But how did we do? Was this enough to help 2025? Join us this week as Evan Altman of Cubs Insider talks with us the positives and opportunities missed from the 2024 deadline. The good news is the boys are hot with our first every named Pitcher and Player of the Week. Dig in, Brickheads
Bricks Behind the Ivy

Episode 25 - Love at First "Vine" - Featuring Jim Christopher of ‪@ballparknation‬ !

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ Jim Christopher of ‪@ballparknation‬ joins us to promote his BRAND NEW show and highlight the Wrigley Field Episode, featuring a Guest spot by your very own Jeff "CandidCubs" Ragauskis! We discuss the love affair of Wrigley and his conversion to Cubdom, and the challenges of when a fanbase is presented with scandal and heartbreak. https://linktr.ee/BricksBehindTheIvy   Here is a link to the episode! -    • Ballpark Nation, USA S1 Ep5: "Go Cubs...  
Will's Baseball Blog

Looking Ahead To The 2025 All Star Game: Which Cubs Can Represent In Atlanta?

The Midsummer Classic is always an enjoyable watching experience, and even more so when there's multiple Cubbies in the mix. Of course, with the year that has transcribed so far, it was a stretch to hope for more than the one representative each team is guaranteed. Of course, Shota's nomination was well deserved and it was fun seeing him take the mound tonight, but I can't help but look forward to next year and think there could be so many more cubs players getting the chance to play on the big
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Bricks Behind the Ivy

Episode 24 - Mustache You A Question with Greg Huss of North Side Bound!

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ As Jeff prepares for his trip to the All Star Game, we slow down and take a look at the recent week surge, along with answering some Brick Head questions. I would watch the video, as Jeff finally pays up on his bet with @thebrewerblogs Jake McKibbin and shows is face caterpillar.  Greg Huss, Co-Founder of ‪@northsidebound‬  and Host of  Cubs On Deck Podcast joins us to talk prospects and draft picks prior to the MLB Draft this Sunday! ⏰ Time Stamps:
Chicago Cubs: Kings of the Slider?

Standings be damned, Cubs should trade for Danny Jansen

Why Danny Jansen? By an order of magnitude the catcher position has been the most problematic spot on the 2024 Cubs.  The difference in catcher WAR between the 30th ranked Cubs and, for example, the 15th ranked Astros is 3.4 wins.  Meaning if the Cubs had average production from the position they'd likely be over .500 right now.  The offense in particular has been so bad that it has single-handedly cost the Cubs a quarter of a run per game at the plate. Danny Jansen is a name most are
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Bricks Behind the Ivy

Episode 23 - "King" of the South...Bend

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ We at Bricks Behind the Ivy hope you and yours had a wonderful and safe 4th of July Holiday.  We wanted to start this week's episode with a bang as well, bringing Brendan King, play by play announcer for the South Bend Cubs, on the podcast to talk Chi-Cubs and SB Cubs.  Shop at our new BBTI Pod Store! Get the latest swag to be the best dressed Brickhead in Wrigleyville! https://www.etsy.com/shop/bricksbehin... Thank you @wrigleyvillesports ! Want to su
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Episode 22 - Glass Half Empty

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ We return to discuss another week of Cubs baseball! Sean Hot Stove Cubbies Chapin returns to share the frustration fans have with the current state of the team. Our sponsor, Wrigleyville Sports, sent two folks to hang out with us and talk about their store and the Chicago Cubs. Harry Caray needed a break from the bullpen and reports from the beach! Is there hope? Can the Cubs right the ship? If not, what are the options? Find out on this weeks episode. ⏰ Ti
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Feedback

Listen to Bricks Behind the Ivy? Watch? Both? Neither? I am looking for feedback on videos/episodes to help improve content. If you are interested in providing feedback, please send such feedback to  bricksbehindtheivy@gmail.com   There may be a free t-shirt in it for you! Thank you in advance. 
Bricks Behind the Ivy

CONTEST FOR FREE CUB TICKETS/Episode 21 - Glass Half Full

Watch -  Listen - https://linktr.ee/BricksBehindTheIvy ⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ Cubs win their first 3 game series in a month and the positivity is flowing. This week, we look at the positives of the 2024, as the negatives have been beaten to death. ⏰ Time Stamps: Box Score Blitz (01:08) FlyTheDoubleU Standings Update (07:31) Glass Half Full (09:15) Series Preview (17:12) En Feugo with Johnny of Truck 82 (19:28)   CONTEST: WE ARE ON
Bricks Behind the Ivy

Episode 20 - Deja Vu All Over Again...

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ Frustration mounts as the Cubs offense plays Houdini and the bullpen cannot hold onto close games.  Hot Stove Cubbies returns in a new segment, while Harry Caray celebrates some crosstown bragging rights.  ⏰ Time Stamps: Box Score Blitz - (02:00) Fly the Double U Standings - (08:36) 15 Mins or Less with Hot Stove Cubbies - (11:10) Deep Thoughts with Harry Caray - (33:36) Shop at our new BBTI Pod Store! Get the latest swag to be the be
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Episode 19 - A "Grading" Experience with Miguel Esparza

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ After catching Crosstown Cup Euphoria...not, Bricks Behind the Ivy celebrates the end of the School Year with handing the Cubs a report card. Are they hanging this one on the fridge, or are they afraid to show Mom and Dad? Also, Miguel Esparza, Spanish PBP Announcer for our beloved Cubbies joins us for a special interview. Let's get a petition going to get Spanish broadcasts for all 162 Cub games! ⏰ Time Stamps: 01:26 - Box Score Blitz 09:29 -
Brian Kelder

Social Media Discourse

Yes, I have been that guy.  I've railed against the Darvish Dump.  Rizzo, KB, and Javy on the same day?  Criminal.  Kyle Schwarber should be the DH. Why on earth did the Cubs not spend, then waste a seven year contract on a declining SS?  Prospects, bah!   I've also seen the sensible spending at a high level, appreciated the starting pitching and prospect capital that exists, and the defensive prowess the Cubs have assembled Do you get the picture?  This is social media in a nutshell.
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Bricks Behind the Ivy

Episode 18 - Can't Cat

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ Bad luck and lack of hits with runners in scoring position doomed the Cubs to a 1-5 week. With the team a game under .500, what is next? Join Jeff this week as we catch up on the games, and look at a break in tough opponents as a chance to recharge presents itself. Harry Caray returns with some “Deep Thoughts” on the Cubs starting pitching. Jeff starts a new trade target segment called “Curing the Cubs.” Also, stay tuned for a new YouTube Subscription contest!
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Episode 17 - No Offense with Alex Cohen, PBP Announcer for the I-Cubs

⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ We made it to another Friday, but with less total offense than we would have liked. A 2-5 home stand prior to the Cardinals and Brewers feels less than ideal, but health is on the way.  Or help? Alex Cohen (@voiceofcohen2), the play-by-play announcer for the Iowa Cubs joins Jeff to talk his story into baseball and thoughts on the pro and AAA team as they head into June.  ⏰ Time Stamps: Follow us this week for: Box Score Blitz - (01:46) Thoughts on the
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Bricks Behind the Ivy

Episode 16 - Shota Me The Fun

Links -  Audio Links - https://linktr.ee/BricksBehindTheIvy ⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ Welcome back, Brick Heads! After a 3-3 road trip, the Cubs return home to play...the same 2 teams? Sean and Jeff react to a confusing schedule, announce a bunch of BBTI news, along with discussing what makes the 2024 Cubs team fun.  BBTI MERCH SHOP!  https://www.etsy.com/shop/BricksBehin... ⏰ Time Stamps: * Box Score Blitz - (00:02:15) * Hot Stove Standings - (
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Bonus Episode! - MLB The Show Discussion with Chris Mills of MillsTwitch

Links -  Audio - https://linktr.ee/BricksBehindTheIvy   ⚾️On this Week's Episode:⚾️ When I fell in love with the Cubs, I also fell in love with baseball video games. At one point in time, there were several releases each season. As time went on, it became clear one product stood above the rest: Playstation's MLB the Show series.  MLB the Show has been wowing many passerby mistaking the gameplay for a real Major League Baseball broadcast. This past march MLB the Sho
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Episode 14 - Rumor Has It...

It's Friday! That means another episode of Bricks Behind the Ivy! The tough stretch for the offense continues, as the Cubs split their 6 games since our last episode. However, Sean Hot Stove Cubbies Chapin is on the case with his sources for early MLB Trade Rumors! This week: *Box Score Blitz to catch you up on all the action *Hot Stove Standings Check In *Wes-Nasty - Hayden's new approach vs. lefties *Rumor Round-Up - What Sean is hearing *The week ahead! https://y
Bricks Behind the Ivy

Episode 13 - Bricks Behind the Ivy - Not Happ-y

ot the best road trip... Red SAWX and Metropolitans spoil good vibes as the Cubs end a road tilt 3-4. What is going on with Ian Happ? How do the Cubs have the record they do? Join us as we discuss the latest week, including the Box Score Blitz, Hot Stove Standings, and a preview of the week to come. Check out this link from our friends at @wrigleyvillesports and use code "Bricks10" for 10% off!   
Bricks Behind the Ivy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cH-tHh77emY&t=32s

The HOST CANDIDCUBS speaks! The galaxy has heard a mysterious broadcast, a threat of REVENGE on the NL Central in the well-mannered voice of CRAIG COUNSELL. JEFF "CANDIDCUBS" RAGAUSKIS analyzes the numbers of the day to day player intelligence, while SEAN "HOTSTOVECUBBIES" CHAPIN, the last hope of the Cub Podcasts, trains for the battle against the diabolical coming WAIVER/TRADE DEADLINE. Meanwhile, MAY THE 4TH AND STAR WARS capture the attention of our heroes for one day, a threat t
Bricks Behind the Ivy

Episode 13 - Brick Walls Hurt Players and Hearts

On this weeks BBTI, Jeff and Sean avoid the injured list to bring you: A BIG announcement Box Score Blitz Hot Stove Standings The Next Man up and Replacement of WAR 3 Minor Leaguers to Watch Next Series Preview Looking for the Wrigleyville Sports Link? - https://www.wrigleyvillesports.com?sca_ref=5984705.Pc5YKklniF Follow this link and use "BRICKS10" for 10% off!   All links available here - https://linktr.ee/BricksBehindTheIvy
Battle Your Tail Off

Bring a Legend of Wrigley to Your Home with FOCO’s Ryne Sandberg Bobblehead

FOCO is a partner with North Side Baseball and support of their products helps support this site; 100% of the funds/materials received from these promotions go directly to our users in the form of prizes and gifts. An all time Chicago Cubs great is now a part of FOCO’s illustrious Chicago Cubs bobblehead collection.  Most will look at this man as one of or the greatest defensive second baseman of his time in the majors as he recorded history securing nine total gold glove awards as well ano
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Episode 11 - Busch Fire

New graphics, new backdrops, new editing bits by Jeff. Same Busch love fest.  Sean and Jeff tackle the end of the West Coast trip. Check out: The latest Box Score Blitz Hot Stove Standings update Updates on stats 18 games in The Kyle Hendricks topic... A look ahead. Check out the newest episode of this Cub podcast, for Cub fans, BY Cub fans.  Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bricks-behind-the-ivy/id1731951008?i=10006
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