On an electric night for Chicago sports fans, the Cubs reminded the city and the baseball world that they are still a big-market force, closing a five-year, $175 million deal with Bregman before the Bears roared back for a playoff victory over the Packers. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain why the Cubs have been so enamored with the All-Star third baseman and what Bregman’s arrival means for the rest of this year and beyond.

On an electric night for Chicago sports fans, the Cubs reminded the city and the baseball world that they are still a big-market force, closing a five-year, $175 million deal with Bregman before the Bears roared back for a playoff victory over the Packers. The Athletic&rsquo;s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney explain why the Cubs have been so enamored with the All-Star third baseman and what Bregman&rsquo;s arrival means for the rest of this year and beyond.

North Side Territory is your go-to podcast on the Chicago Cubs. Hosted by Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma, NST brings you inside info and analysis on the Cubbies all year long. North Side Territory is part of the Foul Territory Network: Baseball the way it should be covered!

North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs Podcast

The Cubs make a huge splash with the Alex Bregman deal

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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.

The Cubs are sending mixed signals about Horton, their potential ace who&rsquo;s now dealing with a forearm issue. With the club waiting for more information off further testing, The Athletic&rsquo;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&rsquo; plans for the trade deadline and strategy around the ABS system.

Cubs mailbag: What’s the level of concern with Cade Horton? | North Side Territory

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As the Cubs get into the flow of the season, The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney spot some of the early trends and share what they’re looking for in the first month. The rotation, led by Matthew Boyd, is always a focus and moving in the right direction. Right field remains a question mark, both in April and for the long team. And something interesting is happening with Pete Crow-Armstrong’s swing. Get up to speed with the go-to show for the latest information on the Cubs.

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As the Cubs get into the flow of the season, The Athletic&rsquo;s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney spot some of the early trends and share what they&rsquo;re looking for in the first month. The rotation, led by Matthew Boyd, is always a focus and moving in the right direction. Right field remains a question mark, both in April and for the long team. And something interesting is happening with Pete Crow-Armstrong&rsquo;s swing. Get up to speed with the go-to show for the latest information on the Cubs. Start your 7-day free trial today at <a href="http://FOXOne.com">FOXOne.com</a>

Three things to watch in April | North Side Territory

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It’s never easy for Crow-Armstrong to hide his emotions, but it was almost impossible during Friday’s news conference at the Wrigley Field office building, where the Cubs heralded his six-year, $115 million contract extension. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney take you inside the room and behind the scenes of the negotiations, explaining how it happened and why it matters to so many different parties. Listen to North Side Territory all season long for the latest information on the Cubs.

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It&rsquo;s never easy for Crow-Armstrong to hide his emotions, but it was almost impossible during Friday&rsquo;s news conference at the Wrigley Field office building, where the Cubs heralded his six-year, $115 million contract extension. The Athletic&rsquo;s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney take you inside the room and behind the scenes of the negotiations, explaining how it happened and why it matters to so many different parties. Listen to North Side Territory all season long for the latest information on the Cubs. Enjoy 50% off for life plus Free Shipping AND 3 Free Gifts at <a href="http://MenGoToMars.com">MenGoToMars.com</a> Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at <a href="http://HelloFresh.com/FT10FM">HelloFresh.com/FT10FM</a>. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.

How Pete Crow-Armstrong’s deal with the Cubs came together

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The Cubs make a huge splash with the Alex Bregman deal

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