The Cubs are sending mixed signals about Horton, their potential ace who’s now dealing with a forearm issue. With the club waiting for more information off further testing, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney describe the scene in Cleveland and outline the options for the rotation. Questions from listeners also involve the Cubs’ plans for the trade deadline and strategy around the ABS system.

What we’re hearing: How the Cubs are lined up for the stretch run
27:48

The Cubs are in trouble if they can’t fix this bullpen
27:47

What to watch around the Cubs in September: Pete Crow-Armstrong can’t be a one-man show
32:05