Looking ahead to a new season, North Side Territory hosts Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney see a playoff-caliber team that’s approaching a cliff. With so many key players close to reaching free agency – and questions about the farm system and the baseball budget – this should be a fascinating year around the Cubs. Who stays? Who goes? What’s different from the organization’s last cliff? And why do some of these issues sound familiar?

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Looking ahead to a new season, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ng/podcast/north-side-territory-a-chicago-cubs-podcast/id1745774349">North Side Territory</a> hosts Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney see a playoff-caliber team that&rsquo;s approaching a cliff. With so many key players close to reaching free agency &ndash; and questions about the farm system and the baseball budget &ndash; this should be a fascinating year around the Cubs. Who stays? Who goes? What&rsquo;s different from the organization&rsquo;s last cliff? And why do some of these issues sound familiar?
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North Side Territory: Previewing what 2026 may bring for the Cubs

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Tim and Jeff Kurkjian cover the Brewers' historic run to MLB's best record despite the fewest home runs, the White Sox chasing their franchise walk-off record, and the Red Sox's wild turnaround from 14 games under .500 to 14 over in 62 days. Plus, Mason Miller's scoreless streak ends and the guys debate their all-time best "W" hitter and pitcher.

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Tim and Jeff Kurkjian cover the Brewers' historic run to MLB's best record despite the fewest home runs, the White Sox chasing their franchise walk-off record, and the Red Sox's wild turnaround from 14 games under .500 to 14 over in 62 days. Plus, Mason Miller's scoreless streak ends and the guys debate their all-time best "W" hitter and pitcher.
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Kurkjian’s “Is This a Great Game or What" on Brewers historic run, White Sox walk-offs, Red Sox remix

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White Sox closer Grant Taylor hopped on FT to discuss the unbelievable season the White Sox are having, what's clicking, and how he's adjusting to the closer role. Grant also describes which closer entrances are his favorite to watch, whether he plans on changing his own, and reflects on his time at LSU.

Former big leaguer Jon Berti recently announced his retirement. He hopped on FT to break down what led to the decision, his favorite baseball memories, and what he'll miss most. Jon also shares his thoughts on what he hopes to see change in the game moving forward, as well as whether he thinks the sport needs a salary cap.

Giants reliever Dylan Smith joined the show to talk about his path from being drafted by the Tigers, to getting DFA'd, to becoming a key bullpen arm in San Francisco. Smith also opens up about handling pressure as a closer, bouncing back from rough outings, and his dream ninth-inning entrance.

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<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sox-machine/id851782101">White Sox</a> closer Grant Taylor hopped on FT to discuss the unbelievable season the White Sox are having, what's clicking, and how he's adjusting to the closer role.&nbsp;Grant also describes which closer entrances are his favorite to watch, whether he plans on changing his own, and reflects on his time at LSU.
Former big leaguer Jon Berti recently announced his retirement. He hopped on FT to break down what led to the decision, his favorite baseball memories, and what he'll miss most. Jon also shares his thoughts on what he hopes to see change in the game moving forward, as well as whether he thinks the sport needs a salary cap.
Giants reliever Dylan Smith joined the show to talk about his path from being drafted by the Tigers, to getting DFA'd, to becoming a key bullpen arm in San Francisco. Smith also opens up about handling pressure as a closer, bouncing back from rough outings, and his dream ninth-inning entrance.
Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

White Sox closer Grant Taylor joins, Recently retired Jon Berti & Giants reliever Dylan Smith on FT

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The FT crew reacts to MLB’s latest CBA proposals (including a dead signing period in November and January) and we debate how the proposed changes could reshape the sport.

(21:41) Reinforcements could be on the way for baseball's hottest second-half team, as MassLive's Chris Cotillo gives the latest on Roman Anthony's potential return to Boston. Cotillo breaks down the tough roster decisions surrounding Anthony's comeback and explains how the Fenway Faithful have reacted to a slow start to Adley Rutschman's Red Sox career.

With owner John Henry front and center for the show, can an already red-hot Boston club find another gear for the stretch run?

Hosts: Josh Harrison, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

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The FT crew reacts to MLB&rsquo;s latest CBA proposals (including a dead signing period in November and January) and we debate how the proposed changes could reshape the sport.
(21:41) Reinforcements could be on the way for baseball's hottest second-half team, as MassLive's Chris Cotillo gives the latest on Roman Anthony's potential return to Boston. Cotillo breaks down the tough roster decisions surrounding Anthony's comeback and explains how the Fenway Faithful have reacted to a slow start to Adley Rutschman's Red Sox career.
With owner John Henry front and center for the show, can an already red-hot Boston club find another gear for the stretch run?
Hosts: Josh Harrison, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun
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MLB proposes November/January signing freeze, Weekly roster limits, New Rule 5 draft + Red Sox check up

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North Side Territory: Previewing what 2026 may bring for the Cubs

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