Setting the Stage

Introducing Johnny Lester

The Chicago Signing

The Bub City Negotiation

Boston vs Chicago: Fan Reactions

Lester's Pre-Game Routine

The Pitching No-Hitter

The Cubs' Dominant Start

The Pittsburgh Incident

The All-Star Break Incident

Joe Maddon's Leadership and Team Culture

The Sunday Night Baseball Comeback

The Pebble Beach Road Trip

The World Series Journey Begins

Game 5 and 7 of the World Series

Game 5: The Turning Point

Game 7: A Nerve-Wracking Pitching Performance

The Aftermath: Celebrations and Controversies

The Parade and Trophy Antics

Reflections on Winning and Team Bonding

The Joys and Challenges of Being a

Cherishing Memories and Relationships

Leadership and Team Building

The Impact of John Lester's Generosity

Instagram vs Reality in Sports

Final Thoughts on John Lester's Legacy

Closing Thoughts on John Lester's Legacy

Anthony Rizzo and David Ross welcome MLB legend Jon Lester to The Lovable Reunion podcast to discuss the star pitcher’s decision to join the Chicago Cubs after playing for the Boston Red Sox and Oakland Athletics, the time he snapped at Rizzo for something he said to the media, surprising Ross with a standing ovation, why he took himself out of Game 5 of the 2016 World Series against the Cleveland Indians, the moment that changed the entire baseball season for Chicago, and much more.

<p>Anthony Rizzo and David Ross welcome MLB legend Jon Lester to The Lovable Reunion podcast to discuss the star pitcher&rsquo;s decision to join the Chicago Cubs after playing for the Boston Red Sox and Oakland Athletics, the time he snapped at Rizzo for something he said to the media, surprising Ross with a standing ovation, why he took himself out of Game 5 of the 2016 World Series against the Cleveland Indians, the moment that changed the entire baseball season for Chicago, and much more.</p>

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Chicago Cubs’ legendary 2016 World Series win, Anthony Rizzo and David Ross are teaming up to take fans where they’ve never been before, inside the clubhouse. In each episode, they sit down with members of the 2016 team to uncover untold stories about their individual roles in breaking the historic drought. The Lovable Reunion will feature conversations with teammates including Jon Lester, Kris Bryant, Kyle Schwarber, Jake Arrieta, Cubs manager Joe Maddon, and more. Through intimate, long-form interviews, each player shares the season from their own perspective, offering insight into the moments, decisions, and emotions that defined the run.

<p>To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Chicago Cubs&rsquo; legendary 2016 World Series win, Anthony Rizzo and David Ross are teaming up to take fans where they&rsquo;ve never been before, inside the clubhouse. In each episode, they sit down with members of the 2016 team to uncover untold stories about their individual roles in breaking the historic drought. The Lovable Reunion will feature conversations with teammates including Jon Lester, Kris Bryant, Kyle Schwarber, Jake Arrieta, Cubs manager Joe Maddon, and more. Through intimate, long-form interviews, each player shares the season from their own perspective, offering insight into the moments, decisions, and emotions that defined the run.</p>

The Lovable Reunion

Jon Lester on SNAPPING at Anthony Rizzo, EPIC Cubs World Series stories, David Ross standing ovation

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/42f797bb-8457-4083-a8aa-b42401817f81/transcript