With so many good questions from listeners, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney broke up their latest mailbag into two parts. In this episode, the beat writers analyze the possibility of long-term deals for Pete Crow-Armstrong and Nico Hoerner, and outline the plans for Moisés Ballesteros. Plus, a rundown of some of their favorite interviews over the years at Wrigley Field, and why Anthony Rizzo could be a great broadcaster in his new role.

The Cubs are falling apart: How is this happening?
30:10

With the Cubs in a funk, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s season is spiraling
21:00

Pete Crow-Armstrong gets into it with a White Sox fan and more takeakways from the Cubs’ rough road trip
29:58