Cubs On Deck

154. Josiah Hartshorn Makes History, BJ Murray Jr. to Chicago!

Topics on this week's episode with Greg Huss and Greg Zumach: - Takeaways from the season as it begins to wind down - BJ Murray Jr called up to Chicago! - Josiah Hart

153. Ethan Conrad Promotion, Kane Kepley Dominating, Jaxon Wiggins the Reliever

Topics on this week's episode with Greg Huss and Bryan Smith: Juan Cabada's hot start in full-season ballEthan Conrad's promotion to High-A South BendKane Kepley turning

152. I-Cubs Field of Dreams Game, Owen Ayers Next Catcher Up to Chicago?

Topics on this week's episode with Greg Huss and Iowa Cubs broadcaster Jason Kempf: Recapping the Iowa Cubs vs. St. Paul Saints Field of Dreams game experienceWhat it was

151. Josiah Hartshorn is ELITE and Kane Kepley Finally Gets Promoted

Prospects discussed on today's episode with Greg Huss and South Bend Cubs broadcaster Brendan King: Josiah HartshornKane KepleyJose EscobarAngel CepedaNazier MuleKade Sne

150. Cubs Trade Deadline Recap: What Prospects Were Dealt Away?

The trade deadline has come and gone and the Cubs acquired 5 players to help their Major League squad: Kevin Gausman, Braxton Garrett, Ryan Zeferjahn, Clay Holmes, and Ty

149. What Prospects Could be Dealt by the Cubs at the Trade Deadline?

In this solo episode, Greg Huss previews the MLB Trade Deadline for the Cubs but from a prospect slant. He uses listener questions to guide conversation and address thing

148. MLB Draft 2026 Recap: Meet Your Newest Cubs Prospects

Greg Huss, Bryan Smith, and Greg Zumach reflect on the Cubs' draft strategy this year and break down how different it is compared to past seasons. Additionally, they prov

147. How Good Are the Cubs Catching Prospects?

Topics on this week's episode with Greg Huss and Bryan Smith: Ethan Conrad and Brody McCullough rehab appearancesGrant Kipp promoted to IowaCole Mathis traded to the Mets

146. MLB Owners Draft Proposal is ABSURD, Cubs Draft Preview, and Jaxon Wiggins is Back

Topics on this week's episode with Greg Huss and Greg Zumach: News and notes in the system: Jaxon Wiggins return from injury, Knoxville wins the division, Cameron Sisnero

145. Who is the Cubs Prospect 1st Half MVP: Hartshorn, Ayers, Rojas, or Ramirez?

On this week's episode, Greg Huss and Bryan Smith discuss what everyone else in the world is discussing -- Josiah Hartshorn, Owen Ayers, Jefferson Rojas, and Pedro Ramire

144. HUGE Weeks From Hartshorn, Rojas, and Ayers and Their Impact on the System

On a livestream (that operates equally as good in podcast form), Greg Huss is joined by CHGO's Brendan Miller. In addition to a little more MLB Cubs chatter sprinkled int

143. BUY or SELL: How Legit Are These Cubs Prospect Hot/Cold Starts?

On this week's episode with Greg Huss and Bryan Smith, the guys evaluate the start of the year for 15 Cubs prospects and determine whether their hot starts AND cold start

142. Iowa Cubs Update: Pedro, Alcantara, Long, Triantos, Bateman, & More!

Greg Huss is joined by Iowa Cubs broadcaster Jason Kempf! Topics include: What coaches think about Pedro Ramirez's breakoutHas BJ Murray Jr. been just as impressive as Pe

141. After Jaxon Wiggins, Who Are the Cubs' Top Pitching Prospects?

We all know the top pitching prospect in the Cubs organization is Jaxon Wiggins. But after him, who are the top arms in the system? Greg Huss and Bryan Smith make the cas

140. What Prospects Are Untouchable in Trades and Mini-Breakouts Across the Farm

Greg Huss is joined by Greg Zumach on this live version of the podcast to talk: Brooks Caple and Mason McGwire's mini-breakoutsDraft approach to catchersIs the organizati

139. An In-Depth Breakdown of Pedro Ramirez, the Hottest Prospect in Baseball

Greg Huss and Bryan Smith spend the entire episode talking about one player: Pedro Ramirez. The infielder has quickly put himself on the national prospect radar with an u

138. Josiah Hartshorn & Mason McGwire Lead a New Group of Pelicans

Topics on this week's episode with Greg Huss and new voice of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans, Joey Robertson: Joey's career journey to Myrtle BeachHitting prospects Cole Mathi

137. Top 100 Status for Josiah Hartshorn? Promotion Time for Owen Ayers and Cole Mathis?

This is your prototypical episode with Greg Huss and Bryan Smith. Topics include: Josiah Hartshorn popping onto Top 100 radarsOwen Ayers continues his Arizona Fall League

136. Interviews with Prospects Kade Snell & Kane Kepley, Hitting Coach Nate Spears

In this episode, Greg Huss sits down pregame with 3 members of the South Bend Cubs: Outfielder Kade Snell talks about his added strength and experience in big league Spri

135. Hot Starts and a New Pitching Development Strategy

Topics on this week's episode with Greg Huss and Greg Zumach: Affiliate assignments that stand out like Cole Mathis to Myrtle BeachRiley Martin's promotion to Chicago and