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The Chicago Cubs finish 89-73 and face a critical offseason. President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer identifies pitching acquisition as the top priority following severe injuries to the rotation and bullpen. This episode analyzes how the Bregman-Arias platoon stacks up against division rivals like the Brewers.

Key topics include the impact of Justin Steele, Lucus Giolito, and Phil Maton on the IL, the potential landing spots for a mid-tier ace, and the strategic use of a veteran closer. We also discuss how the new automated ball-strike system affects player performance and strategy for the 2027 season.

In this episode: Division Rivals & Headlines · Lineup Analysis & Platoon Strategy · Robot Umpires & Rule Changes.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/mlb/chc/2026-10-16/transcript.html

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