Cubs draft analysis and first-half season breakdown

On the latest Cubs Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi and Nate Poppen dive into the Cubs' selection of Cam Smith from Florida State with the 14th pick and whether he's truly a third baseman (0:54). They tackle the issue of having too many young bats without a defensive position (4:00) and discuss the Cubs' draft strategy (5:25). Leila argues the importance of drafting players with a set position (6:54). Later, the duo debates their trust in the Jed Hoyer- Carter Hawkins regime (8:40), how Paul Skenes' rise impacts prospect development (12:59), and break down the Cubs' first-half performance (15:04). They also analyze the struggles of Dansby Swanson and Cody Bellinger (20:30), team stats (23:55), and what moves the Cubs should make at the trade deadline (27:21).

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Cubs draft analysis and first-half season breakdown is an episode from Cubs Talk Podcast by Chicago Sports Network.

This episode is 35:59 long.

This episode was published on Jul 17, 2024.

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