Episode 40 of Club 1:20 is here — and we’re kicking off Thanksgiving week with big Cubs news, Big Board shake-ups, roster moves, rumors, and a little gratitude along the way.

This week’s lineup card:

• Big Board Updates: Free agents already coming off the board — Shota returns to the Cubs for 2026, and Josh Naylor stays in Seattle.
• Shota Returns: Do we like the deal? Love it? Hate it? Or is this the rare offseason move that actually makes sense?
• Cubs Roster Moves: Riley Martin, James Triantos, Pedro Ramirez, and Shota added to the 40-man. Cubs roster sits at 32 — winter moves incoming.
• Payroll Projections: Cubs currently around $148 million. Are they gearing up to spend or tightening the belt before a CBA storm?
• Smoke or Fire: Schwarber. Bellinger. Bregman. Cease. Which Cubs rumors have legs and which are just offseason smoke?
• Topic of the Week – Giving Thanks: A Cubs-themed Thanksgiving segment — what we’re grateful for this season.

🍺 Crack an Old Style, grab a bleacher seat, and settle in for Episode 40 of Club 1:20.

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It’s time to hand out some hardware! 🏆 Episode 39 of Club 1:20 is our official 2025 Club 1:20 Awards Show & Free Agent Big Board Special!

Nate and Neil look back on the highs, lows, and surprises of the Cubs’ 2025 season — and then set the stage for the offseason with their Free Agent Big Board.

This week’s lineup card: 🏆 The 2025 Club 1:20 Awards:

• Billy Williams Rookie of the Year – Which young Cub made the biggest splash?
• Free Agent Signing of the Year – The offseason addition who paid off.
• The Ryno Defensive Player of the Year – Gold Glove caliber defense, Cubs style.
• The Hawk Offensive Player of the Year – The bat that carried the offense.
• The Fergie (Starter of the Year) – The ace of the 2025 staff.
• Bullpen Bully (Reliever of the Year) – Who locked it down late.
• Dawg Pound Award – Who finished in the Pound for 2025?
• Mr. Cub Award – The player who best represented the spirit of the team.

💰 Free Agent Big Board:

• The Cubs’ biggest offseason needs.
• Dream signings vs. realistic moves.
• Will Chicago spend big… or keep the powder dry for what’s ahead?

🍺 Crack an Old Style, grab a bleacher seat, and join Nate and Neil for Episode 39 of Club 1:20 — The Awards Show & Free Agent Big Board Special!

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Episode 38 of Club 1:20 is here — and it’s report card time for the Chicago Cubs. From the front office to the bullpen, Nate and Neil hand out postseason grades and look ahead to what’s next.

This week’s lineup card:

• The Brass: Grading Ricketts, Hoyer, and Counsell. Who passed, who needs summer school?
• Silver Slugger Offense: Was the Cubs offense powerful and productive… or just plain offensive?
• Starting Staff: No Justin Steele all year — how do you grade this rotation?
• Bullpen Bullies: Craig Counsell’s “no roles, just outs” bullpen — like it, love it, or trash it?
• We’ve Got Options: Who earned a roster spot for next year — and who didn’t?
• Topic of the Week – Winter Is Coming: Will the Cubs make moves this offseason, or keep the powder dry with a possible lockout ahead?

🍺 Crack an Old Style, grab a bleacher seat, and join Nate and Neil for Episode 38 of Club 1:20.

👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop your own grades in the comments: who got your A’s and F’s this season?

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Episode 36 of Club 1:20 is here, and the Cubs are sliding at the worst time — but October is right around the corner.

This week’s lineup card:

• Swept and Sliding: Cubs drop three in Cincinnati and momentum takes a hit.
• Horton Hurt: Is Cade Horton actually injured, or just getting strategic rest before the playoffs?
• Health Check & Roster Predictions: Updates on Kyle Tucker, Palencia, Amaya, and others — plus how it impacts the October roster.
• Flashing Lights: Can the Cubs just turn it on when the postseason starts?
• Good News / Bad News: Padres rotation is all RHP… but their bullpen might be the bigger story.
• Topic of the Week – Playoff Prognosis: Other races, other matchups, and our final Cubs playoff predictions.

🍺 Crack an Old Style, grab a bleacher seat, and join Nate and Neil for Episode 36 of Club 1:20.

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Episode 35 of Club 1:20 is here — and the Cubs are closing in on October.

This week’s lineup card:

• Vintage Nico: Hitting .300, flashing Gold Glove defense, and leading quietly but effectively.
• Trainer Talk: Injury updates on Tucker, Seiya, ONKC, Amaya, Palencia, and Brasier.
• October Bench: Which four players should make the cut for the Cubs’ playoff roster?
• Pick a Side: PCA or Kyle Tucker — who matters more this postseason?
• Bullpen Bullies: Traditional bullpen roles vs. Craig Counsell’s binder full of matchups.
• Topic of the Week – Postseason Starters: Are Boyd, Shota, and Horton the Cubs’ 3-man playoff rotation?

🍺 Crack an Old Style, grab a bleacher seat, and join Nate and Neil for Episode 35 of Club 1:20.

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Episode 34 of Club 1:20 is here, and we’ve got a lot to cover as the Cubs gear up for the stretch run:

• Who’s Up 1st: Who should be leading off — Nico, Busch, Happ, or somebody else?

• The Tuck Rules: Why does it feel like the Cubs’ staff caters to Kyle Tucker instead of dictating his role?

• Run Support: Which Cubs pitchers just can’t buy runs — and the numbers will shock you.

• Daniel Palencia: Lights out or lit up? Why there’s no middle ground.

• Cubs 4Kids: The young guys can really play, but does Craig Counsell actually trust them?

• Topic of the Week – Anthony Rizzo: Rizz is returning to the Cubs in a new role. What does it mean for the team and the fans?

🍺 Crack an Old Style, grab a bleacher seat, and join Nate and Neil for Episode 34 of Club 1:20.

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Episode 33 of Club 1:20 is here — and the Cubs are heading into the final stretch of the 2025 season. With just 23 games to go, can they survive the bumps, fix the flaws, and chase down the Brewers?

This week’s lineup card:

• Tucker Injury: What do we actually know about Kyle Tucker’s status… and what do we want the Cubs to do?

• September Shuttle Bus: Call-ups, signings, and notes to wrap up summer.

• Low Leverage L’s: Why does Craig Counsell seem to struggle with the “easy” in-game choices?

• PCA Stock: Pete Crow-Armstrong’s value has been up and down all year — what’s real?

• My Biggest Concern: The one flaw the Cubs must shore up before October.

• Topic of the Week – Calling Shots: 23 games left — what will the Cubs’ final record be, and can they win the NL Central?

🍺 Crack an Old Style, grab a bleacher seat, and join Nate and Neil for Episode 33 of Club 1:20.

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Episode 32 of Club 1:20 is here — and the Cubs are still standing after a rocky summer. But are they ready to make a real playoff push?

This week’s lineup card:

• Survivor: Did the Cubs actually make it through the summer slump?

• The Price is Right: MLB expansion is coming… which city deserves a new team?

• Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Which low-budget Cubs arm is about to cash in — Keller, Kelly, Drew P, or Thielbar?

• The Weakest Link: What roster moves still need to happen before October?

• Press Your Luck: Can Craig Counsell — and his trusty binder — push the right buttons in October?

• Topic of the Week – The Amazing Race: With one month left and the easiest schedule in baseball, can the Cubs run down the Brewers and win the NL Central?

🍺 Crack an Old Style, grab a bleacher seat, and join Nate and Neil for Episode 32 of Club 1:20.

👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop your take in the comments: can the Cubs actually catch Milwaukee?

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