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Cubs REKAP Podcast

David Kaplan & Gordon Wittenmyer

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Get ready Cubs fans, because your favorite dynamic duo is back! David Kaplan and Gordon Wittenmyer are joining forces once again to bring you the most exciting and insightful podcast about the Cubs you've ever heard. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just a casual observer, the Cubs REKAP podcast will keep you on the edge of your seat with all the latest news, analysis, and commentary about the team you love. From player interviews to game highlights, from trade rumors to injury reports, Kapl ...
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The Brewers will take a 4 1/2 game lead into the all-star break, which isn't bad considering the team limped through the past two weeks, including a clunky 2-4 homestand against the Pirates and Nationals. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to assess the Brewers at the midway point, including the team's biggest surprises and disapp…
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Kap and Gordon discuss the Cubs recent success. Is it for real? What should the do at the deadline? Is Otis the Owl really helping the Cubs? Who are they looking at in the upcoming MLB draft? ➡️ Official "Chasing Greatness" Hoodie https://shopthekapman.com/products/official-chasing-greatness-hoodie-thekapman-com ➡️ Official "Chasing Greatness" T-Sh…
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Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look back at a shaky west-coast trip to Colorado and Los Angeles, which nonetheless ended with a salvageable 3-4 record. But how was Brice Turang not elected to the National League all-star team? The guys have thoughts on player balloting and the recent hiccups by a tired bullpen, plus the full-fledg…
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Micahel Cerami joins Kap and Gordon to discuss what's gone wrong this season. They dig into some of the awful offensive numbers. They talk about Craig Counsell's culpability. They discuss how much of the blame falls at the feet of Jed Hoyer. And they also discuss whether the Cubs have anyone of value that they could trade at the deadline. ➡️ Offici…
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The Milwaukee Brewers finish a highlight-heavy homestand at 5-1, sweeping the reigning World Series champion Rangers and taking 2 of 3 from the Cubs. An unprecedented grand-slam binge has the Brewers playing an exciting brand of baseball. Host JR Radcliffe and Journal Sentinel Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak look back at the successful run, including …
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A 3-4 West Coast road trip doesn't sound too bad, but the Brewers pitching staff continues to take on water; just what solutions can the Brewers muster to stay afloat through the final three-plus months? Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe discuss the surging Tobias Myers, the return of Freddy Peralta but the question marks elsewhere o…
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The guys talk about the state of the Cubs. The offense is showing some signs of life. The starters continue to do well. But their bullpen is a mess. Jed Hoyer says there's no trades available at the moment. Can that be true? Gordon wonders if it will even be worth making a trade if they wait until July. Will they be too far out of it? Kap likes wha…
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#Davidkaplan and #GordonWittenmyer talk to #Cubs #HallofFamer #RyneSandberg. They talk to Ryne about his cancer diagnosis and treatment, and how he's feeling. Ryne also talks to the guys about youth baseball and some of his favorite memories from his playing days. #SandbergStrong KAP’s Official Website and Store: https://bit.ly/shopthekapman REKAP …
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Snoop Dogg! Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe spent quite a bit of time talking about the rap legend in the house Saturday, but they did find some time to talk about a 4-2 week of Brewers baseball, chock full of exciting endings. That included Sunday, when Blake Perkins' throw home helped atone for a big-time miscue earlier in the se…
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An injury to Robert Gasser has further thrown the Brewers starting rotation in flux, with another top prospect in line to make a start Tuesday as the Brewers return home. All things considered, a 2-4 week isn't terrible considering the Brewers faced two and maybe three Cy Young contenders. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe recap th…
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The guys discuss the state of the #Cubs. Kap is hearing the #ChicagoCubs want to trade for Pete Alonso. Should the Cubs do that? Or should they target a catcher? Bullpen help? What's their greatest need? They also discuss the job Craig Counsell is doing and if he's proven himself to be an upgrade over David Ross. ➡️ Official "Chasing Greatness" Hoo…
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What a wild week of baseball in Milwaukee, with both Chicago teams coming to American Family Field and leaving with only one win. The Brewers went 6-1 and in the process got one over on former manager Craig Counsell, and not without some voiced displeasure from the home fans. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe discuss the many twists …
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Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and host JR Radcliffe have a nice weekend bonus episode for you looking entirely at the Brewers minor league system (we know the Brewers took three of four from the Cubs; we're saving that for the normal Monday episode). They're joined by Spencer Michaelis of Brewers Fanatic to discuss all things minor le…
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What are the Cubs biggest issues? Can the Cubs keep up with the other teams in the division? Did the boos in Milwaukee affect Craig Counsell? Were the guys bothered that Ben Brown was pulled when he was pitching a no-hitter? And the guys argue over the job Jed Hoyer did during the offseason. ➡️ Official "Chasing Greatness" Hoodie https://shopthekap…
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The Brewers split six games in Miami and Boston, but the attention quickly turns to what's ahead, with the Chicago Cubs and Craig Counsell coming to Milwaukee for a four-game set. How has Pat Murphy proven to be different than Counsell (in ways that even manifested this week). Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe discuss. William Contre…
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Despite the #chicagocubs poor play of late, the guys debate whether there's reason to be optimistic. ➡️ Official "Chasing Greatness" Hoodie https://shopthekapman.com/products/official-chasing-greatness-hoodie-thekapman-com ➡️ Official "Chasing Greatness" T-Shirt https://shopthekapman.com/products/official-chasing-greatness-t-shirt-thekapman-com KAP…
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William Contreras continues to look like an MVP candidate, with his 13th pitch-homer off future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander the latest example. Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak and host JR Radcliffe discuss the unreal season from the Brewers backstop and revisit a trade that seems destined to live forever. In general, the power was there for the Bre…
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Kap and Gordon talk about the Cubs struggles with their bats and with some of their pitching. What do they do with Kyle Hendricks? How do they fix the bullpen? Do they also need to trade for a bat? Should we be worried about their defense? That and more on this addition of the Cubs REKAP Podcast. ➡️ Official "Chasing Greatness" Hoodie https://shopt…
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Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe revisit a 4-3 week for the Brewers, one with a number of highlights, including an excellent debut start from pitcher Robert Gasser on Friday. Plus, Rhys Hoskins and Willy Adames deliver big-time home runs, Christian Yelich is back and mashing yet again, and the St. Louis Cardinals look ... bad. What'…
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The guys talk about how the rotation should shake out once Kyle Hendricks comes back into the rotation. Who moves to the bullpen? Can any of the current starters be the closer? They also discuss what needs to happen with Ian Happ. He has been struggling mightily this season. Does he need some time off or do you let him work through it? Dansby Swans…
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The Brewers were in Wrigley Field to take on the Cubs and old manager Craig Counsell, but by then the story of the week had been written. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe discuss a turbulent Rays series featuring some controversial umpiring, a brawl, a debut for top prospect Tyler Black and Rickie Weeks as manager. Then came the Cub…
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The Cubs had a very good month of April despite a bunch of injuries and a bad bullpen. Kap and Gordon discuss the first month of the season and what they need to do to address some of their issues - especially the bullpen. ➡️ Official "Chasing Greatness" Hoodie https://shopthekapman.com/products/official-chasing-greatness-hoodie-thekapman-com ➡️ Of…
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The Milwaukee Brewers were able to finish the week 3-4, but it wasn't a great overall stretch, if for no other reason that the team is down yet another starting pitcher (and this time for the whole season). Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe once again try to figure out how Milwaukee can piece it together, especially with Joe Ross str…
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The Cubs are rolling after sweeping the Astros despite injuries to the starting rotation and the issues closing games. Kap and Gordon talk about what the Cubs can do to solve their closing situation along with how young players like Morel are helping the team continue to win. ➡️ Official "Chasing Greatness" Hoodie https://shopthekapman.com/products…
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The Milwaukee Brewers offense had another breakout day Saturday, part of a week that featured a series win in St. Louis. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the success, including the excellence of Brice Turang and Blake Perkins moving closer toward that elusive "sustainable" category, plu…
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Kap and Gordon discuss the Cubs recent west coast road trip. There was some good and bad but the bullpen in particular is the focus of their discussion. The guys discuss some roster moves made during taping and what the Cubs can do to get better relief pitching. KAP’s Official Website and Store: https://bit.ly/shopthekapman REKAP SPONSORS: --------…
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The Milwaukee Brewers' offense is en fuego. Before a competitive loss against old friend Corbin Burnes on Sunday, the team rattled off six straight games scoring at least seven runs, going 4-2 on the road in Cincinnati and Baltimore to move to 10-4 thus far, the best record in the National League. Which parts could be real, and what are the areas o…
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Kap and Gordon discuss Kyle Hendrick's struggles. Can he turn it around? And how do the Cubs solve their ailing bullpen? KAP’s Official Website and Store: https://bit.ly/shopthekapman REKAP SPONSORS: -------------------------------------------- 🏠 Greater Midwest Exteriors “Home Exterior Specialists” Get a FREE Estimate: https://bit.ly/gmechicago or…
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The Milwaukee Brewers have to be happy with a 6-2 start to the season, but how sustainable is the success on the mound with the pitching staff low on reliable arms? Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe dig into the situation and how injuries have left the team without many reliable rotation options. But there's also plenty to like, incl…
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#DavidKaplan and #GordonWittenmyer talk about the TV deals around the #MLB . The #ChicagoCubs front office says money is drying up around the league in local TV money. Is that true? What happens next? Kap also placed a bet on a #Cubs outfielder to win MVP. Which outfielder do you think he bet on? That and more, on the Chicago Cubs solid start to th…
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Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look back at a wildly successful weekend in New York, where the Brewers swept the Mets to open the series 3-0 for the first time since 2018. Now comes the home schedule, beginning Tuesday against the Twins. They discuss a dust-up between Rhys Hoskins and the Mets, a promising start for Jackson Chouri…
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The guys discuss the Cubs loss to the Rangers in game 1 of the season. They discuss Justin Steele's injury and what that means for the Cubs ailing rotation. Do they have enough depth? KAP’s Official Website and Store: https://bit.ly/shopthekapman REKAP SPONSORS: -------------------------------------------- 🏠 Greater Midwest Exteriors “Home Exterior…
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Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe give you one last look at the 2024 Milwaukee Brewers season, with the rainout delaying the start to Friday. They discuss the injury to center fielder Garrett Mitchell, the last-second roster tweak that did not include hot-hitting catcher Eric Haase and some preseason awards predictions. National writ…
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The Milwaukee Brewers are a mere four days away from the start of the 2024 Major League Baseball season, but this still looks like a pitching staff that has a ton of questions. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss why that's cause for alarm, and why it may not be. Can the offense overcome the losses taken by the pitching st…
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Kap and Gordon talk with writers from St Louis and Milwaukee about the Cardinals and Brewers. They talk to Todd Rosiak from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinal and Derrick Goold from the St Louis Post-Dispatch. They discuss the health of each organization and what they are expecting from the division. Will the Cardinals bounce back after a rough season …
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Brewers reporter Curt Hogg joins host JR Radcliffe on the latest episode of Microbrew to discuss the pitching situation in Milwaukee, with closer Devin Williams on the shelf for three months and a rotation that doesn't have a ton of high-profile options. Who gets Williams' spot on the roster? How does the opening-day roster look? What were the take…
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Kap and Gordon discuss whether the Cubs need starting pitching help now that Jaimeson Taillon is expected to miss some time. Can they sign Snell or Montgomery? They guys also answer listener questions like which of their top prospects will have the best pro career. KAP’s Official Website and Store: https://bit.ly/shopthekapman REKAP SPONSORS: -----…
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Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe check in on Brewers' spring training with their Microbrew podcast, including an injury to closer Devin Williams that might sideline him for the start of the regular season. How exactly are the Brewers going to deploy their pitchers? Is Sal Frelick actually going to be a real candidate to play at thir…
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Kap and Gordon discuss whether the Cubs made the right moves at the '21 trade deadline. Did that set them up for future success or is the jury still out? Could Nick Madrigal could be traded since the Cubs have some redundancy at his position? Is this year's team much different from last year? Will Matt Mervis get an opportunity this year? Will Matt…
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Brewers reporter Todd Rosiak joins host JR Radcliffe to share observations from Milwaukee's spring training experience thus far. It's been all about the kids, with opportunities for Jackson Chourio, Brock Wilken, Tyler Black, Jacob Misiorowski, Luis Lara, Cooper Pratt and many other names that Brewers fans will get to know over the next several yea…
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Kap and Gordon discuss the Cody Bellinger press conference. Are the guys okay with the Cubs letting Scott Boras speak at the presser? Have the Cubs done enough to win the division? Can Christopher Morel be the every day third baseman for the Cubs? Stay passionate, stay critical, and stay winning with us. 🙌 We're not just a channel; we're your Chica…
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Center fielder #CodyBellinger and the #ChicagoCubs are in agreement on a three-year, $80 million contract! KAP’s Official Website and Store: https://bit.ly/shopthekapman REKAP SPONSORS: -------------------------------------------- 🏠 Greater Midwest Exteriors “Home Exterior Specialists” Get a FREE Estimate: https://bit.ly/gmechicago or call (630) 34…
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Journal Sentinel writer Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe look at the stories of spring training so far for the Milwaukee Brewers, including the return of pitcher Brandon Woodruff on a fascinating deal. Plus, Sal Frelick is taking reps on the infield, Pat Murphy is winning the room and the questions we still have. Music intro: https://www.bensound.co…
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Kap is excited because pitchers and catchers have reported! Or is he? Kap and Gordon discuss the Cubs offseason and why the Cubs haven't signed more free agents prior to spring training. Even if they sign Bellinger, which isn't a sure thing, they are basically bringing back the same team. What happened to a big offseason? Are they trying to win thi…
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The guys talk about why 4 of #ScottBoras's big clients are still on the market, including #CodyBellinger. Is Scott asking for too much money? Or is there collusion? Will the #Cubs actually agree to something with Cody or will another team swoop in and pay him what he wants? Some are starting to think the Cubs aren't actually going to get Bellinger.…
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Spring training is right around the corner and some preseason projections are out, so Journal Sentinel writer Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe take a look at the landscape and make some predictions: One likely, one controversial, one extra spicy and one insane. They also discuss the Brewers' newest roster addition, pitcher Jakob Junis, and dive into…
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Kap and Gordon discuss the slow free agency offseason. Why are there so many big names left on the market? Will the Cubs sign Cody Bellinger? Should the Cubs be going after more free agents or should they leave room for their young prospects to play? Can they do both? Kap and Gordon have a lively debated about this and more. Stay passionate, stay c…
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The Milwaukee Brewers and Baltimore Orioles made a blockbuster trade Thursday, with former Cy Young Award winner Corbin Burnes dealt to the American League in exchange for two prospects and a draft pick. Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe break down the deal. What did the Brewers get in return? Why was now the right time to trade thei…
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Kap and Gordon discuss what's going on with the Cubs as Spring Training quickly approaches. The Cubs have been fairly quiet recently as other teams have started signing more players. Are the Cubs going to do anything else?? Stay passionate, stay critical, and stay winning with us. 🙌 We're not just a channel; we're your Chicago sports community. Dro…
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Brewers reporter Curt Hogg and host JR Radcliffe discuss the Milwaukee Brewers' big offseason addition, with first baseman Rhys Hoskins reportedly heading to the team in 2024. They discuss how he fits, what it means for the rest of the roster and where else the Brewers might try to bolster their roster in the final weeks of the offseason. Plus: Dev…
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