Alex & Ty discuss the news that Matthew Boyd will be starting for the Cubs on Opening Day! Is this choice surprising? Then, the guys try to explain what is happening with Team USA and the World Baseball Classic.

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Today, Alex & Ty discuss the hype train picking up steam for top prospect Moises Ballesteros! Then, the guys review the World Baseball Classic and talk about how the Cubs have their finger prints all over the tournament.

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Alex & Ty discuss the hot start to spring training for the newest Cubs star and ponder the question... does it actually matter? Then, the guys talk about other important spring notes as well as the upcoming World Baseball Classic weekend!

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Alex & Ty discuss the news that Justin Steele has been fully cleared by his doctors! Then the guys discuss Craig Counsell's tough love coaching this spring.

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On today's show, Alex and Ty try to figure out where the Cubs rank among National League teams! Then, Alex discusses the Tyler Austin injury and what that means for the bench.

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Alex & Ty discuss some very early reactions to Spring Training and how Matt Shaw's new approach could have huge dividends in 2026. Then, the guys talk about the brand new PCA article that came out!

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https://www.chicagomag.com/chicago-magazine/march-2026/welcome-to-the-pca-show/

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With the signing of Michael Conforto to an MiLB contract, the Cubs now have 4 players competing for the final bench role. Who will/should claim this last spot?

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Alex & Ty look forward to the Cactus League games beginning tomorrow! The guys talk about a few of the storylines they are looking forward to most!

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