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Hosted by Tony Andracki · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 27 episodes
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The Windy City Breakdown is a new podcast analyzing the Chicago sports scene, with an emphasis on the Chicago Cubs. Join hosts Tony Andracki, Andy Martínez and Kyle Millinowisch as they lend their perspectives and provide takes on the North Siders -- with occasional thoughts on the Bears, White Sox, Bulls and Blackhawks.Tune in weekly for new episodes and exciting guests. Spark Podcast Network
Tony Andracki hosts Windy City Breakdown, a news show with 27 episodes published.
Pete Crow-Armstrong had an emphatic moment in his 2026 MVP-caliber campaign as he launched a pair of home runs, including a walk-off blast, against the White Sox in the Cubs win in the Crosstown Classic. Andy Martínez, T
Jed Hoyer and the Chicago Cubs showed their aggressiveness this trade deadline, acquiring pitchers Kevin Gausman, Clay Holmes, Ryan Zeferjahn and Braxton Garrett, and outfielder Tyrone Taylor. The front office showed a w
Alex Bregman and Nico Hoerner have completely turned things around since the All-Star Break as the Cubs continue their incredibly streaky season. Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Kyle Millinowisch evaluate the team's mos
The MLB trade deadline is rapidly approaching and the Cubs have a very curious situation ahead of them. Do they go all-in and try to target pitchers like Tarik Skubal and Mason Miller? Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Ky
The Chicago Cubs enter the All-Star Break 12 games over .500 and in a playoff position, but it's arguably been one of the wildest rides to that point. Tony Andracki, Andy Martínez and Kyle Millinowisch assess the team's
Pete Crow-Armstrong has been on another level for a month-and-a-half, begging the question: Did the Cubs actually fleece him in the $115 million contract extension they signed him to before the 2026 season? Crow-Armstron
The Cubs could put together a very strong pitching staff just with all the guys on the injured list. Ben Brown, Edward Cabrera and key relievers have all landed on the shelf over the last week, putting the Cubs in a bit
The Cubs just finished up the easiest stretch of their schedule, where they went 6-6 against two of the worst teams in baseball (Giants, Rockies). Despite Pete Crow-Armstrong's superstar hot streak, the offense still can
The Cubs were the best team in baseball through their first 39 games. But in the 30 games since then, they were among the worst teams in baseball with an 8-22 record. How did that happen? Why has the season gone sideways
The Cubs are getting some reinforcements back on the pitching staff with Matthew Boyd and Edward Cabrera set to return in the next week or so. But how effective will they be? And who will get bumped from the rotation? On
FINALLY. It happened. The Cubs won a game. After a brutal 10-game slog, the Chicago Cubs came out victorious in Pittsburgh, halting the franchise's toughest stretch since that fateful losing streak in the summer of 2021.
The Cubs are in a funk. They were firing on all cylinders earlier in the year, with multiple 10-game winning streaks. But they are in the upside down right now, struggling in every aspect of the game. Andy Martínez, Tony
Crosstown Classics are always fun, but the first edition of the 2026 matchup between the Cubs and White Sox should be a blast. Andy Martínez, Kyle Millinowisch and Tony Andracki are joined by CHSN's Chuck Garfien to prev
The Cubs are off to their best start since 2016 (and one of the greatest starts in franchise history). Why? Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Kyle Millinowisch break it down on the latest Windy City Breakdown Podcast, dis
The NFL Draft is in the books and the Bears added some playmakers to their roster. The Score's Chris Emma stops by the Windy City Breakdown to chat with Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Kyle Millinowisch on the Bears' dr
The Cubs haven't lost for a calendar week and seem to be firing on all cylinders right now. Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Kyle Millinowisch each provide their top takeaway from the team's 6-game winning streak. Is it
Cade Horton is officially done for the season. How does that affect the calculus for the 2026 Chicago Cubs? The Athletic's Patrick Mooney joins the Windy City Breakdown Podcast to chat with Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki a
Cade Horton (forearm) and Matthew Boyd (biceps) are both on the IL, meaning the Cubs will be without their top two starters for at least two weeks. But in the case of Horton, could he be on the shelf for far longer? Andy
The Cubs have had an up-and-down first few games of the season, going 2-2 against the Nationals and Angels. But there has been much to glean from the opening week. Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Kyle Millinowisch recou
The Cubs were dealt a disappointing blow on Opening Day ... and then picked things right back up with breaking news of Nico Hoerner's contract extension. The Windy City Breakdown Podcast crew of Andy Martínez, Tony Andra
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