Cubs Go All-In & The New-Look Rotation | Bleacher Nation Cubs

Brett and Michael are back for the seventy-fifth episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The Cubs are coming off a walk-off win over the Blue Jays, a sweep of the Dodgers, and perhaps most importantly, a trade deadline that made their intentions for the rest of 2026 very clear: they're going for it. The guys take a deep dive into the Cubs' deadline haul, headlined by starting pitchers Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes. Along with the earlier addition of David Peterson, the Cubs invested significant prospect capital into several rentals, signaling real confidence in the roster they've built and its ability to make a deep postseason run. They also discuss the rest of the deadline additions, including Ryan Zeferjahn, Tyrone Taylor, and Braxton Garrett, as the pitching staff begins to take its post-deadline shape. Garrett offers a slightly different wrinkle as a controllable arm who could factor into the rotation beyond this season. With new pitchers arriving, injured arms getting healthier, and the Cubs playing some excellent baseball, Brett and Michael break down what the revamped roster looks like for the stretch run—and just how much the expectations have changed. A special thank you to Ankin Law for sponsoring this podcast! Visit Ankin Law's Website ➡️ ankinlaw.com Get your Cubs Coverage at https://www.bleachernation.com/cubs Get your Bears Coverage at https://www.bleachernation.com/bears Get your Bulls Coverage at https://www.bleachernation.com/bulls Get your Blackhawks Coverage at https://www.bleachernation.com/blackhawks Get Sports Betting Updates, Info, & Tips at https://www.bleachernation.com/betting Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.