Windy City Breakdown

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

Windy City Breakdown is a news podcast hosted by Tony Andracki, with 33 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Tony Andracki hosts Windy City Breakdown, a news show with 33 episodes published.

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  Episode #35

  Reacting to Jed Hoyer's press conference and grading the Cubs 2026 season

  Oct 2, 202638 min

  The 2026 Cubs season ended in disappointment in a Wild Card sweep at the hands of the Padres in San Diego. President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer met with the media Friday afternoon, providing an honest assessment of the season and explaining how the Cubs "let one slip away." Andy Martínez and Tony Andracki react to Hoyer's comments while Kyle Millinowisch provides his thoughts and instant reaction in written form. What were the main takeaways from Hoyer's presser and what does it mean moving forward? And how did this compare to similar press conferences Hoyer and his predecessor, Theo Epstein, had in the past? Plus, Martínez and Andracki put a letter grade on the overall Cubs season and explain their rationale. The duo also discusses the one aspect of the year that hurts the most heading into the offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #34

  Cubs-Padres NL Wild Card preview with Taylor McGregor

  Sep 28, 202635 min

  ESPN and Marquee Sports Network reporter Taylor McGregor joins the Windy City Breakdown Podcast to preview the Cubs-Padres NL Wild Card Series and chat about her career on the North Side of Chicago. McGregor and the WCB panel of Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Kyle Millinowisch each predict how the Wild Card Series might play out in San Diego, including their choices for X-factors on each team as well as potential MVPs. Plus, the group takes a look back at Pete Crow-Armstrong's historic season and how the Cubs got to this point in the year. And McGregor reflects on her seven seasons covering the Cubs before moving to ESPN in her new full-time role. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #33

  Answering the top Cubs questions as playoffs loom

  Sep 25, 202653 min

  The Chicago Cubs have clinched a playoff spot, but there is still much to be decided as far as seeding and opponent for the Wild Card Series goes. Kyle Millinowisch and Tony Andracki attempt to answer the most pressing questions surrounding this team, including: -What can we expect from Alex Bregman now that he has returned to the Cubs lineup? -How will the Cubs roll out their rotation and pitching staff for the Wild Card Series? -Will Kevin Gausman be healthy enough to pitch next week after suffering a shoulder injury? -What does Craig Counsell do with the bullpen in a shortened playoff series? -Who are the biggest X-factors in the lineup that need to step up for a slumping offense? -What's the latest with Justin Steele and will he make an impact on the postseason roster? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #32

  What to look for as Cubs inch closer to playoffs

  Sep 15, 202642 min

  The Chicago Cubs have less than a dozen games before the postseason -- so what should give fans optimism and what should cause them concern? The Windy City Breakdown analyzes the stretch run for the Cubs, then they discuss a big Week 1 win for the Bears. Tony Andracki, Kyle Millinowisch and Andy Martínez share why the Cubs should give you optimism for a deep run, then they discuss why you should be concern. The trio recap another incredible performance by Pete Crow-Armstrong in the series-opening win over the Braves, then offer some historical nuggets after the center fielder hit his 42nd home run of the season.  Later in the pod, they recap the Bears historic, 59-37 win over the Panthers and why they're excited by the start of the season. The panel then discusses a controversial ranking for Caleb Williams after his incredible Week 1 performance.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #31

  Cubs Panic Meter rising and who's to blame for 2026 pitching woes? Plus, Bears Week 1 preview

  Sep 10, 202650 min

  The Chicago Cubs were just swept by the Milwaukee Brewers, leading to another 10-game gap in the NL Central -- just like two years ago. So what is the Panic Meter at for the Cubs, both in terms of making the playoffs and putting together a deep run in October? Zooming out, the Cubs rank No. 1 in team defense and offense but have the 30th-ranked pitching staff based on FanGraphs' WAR. How did this happen? Who deserves the blame for this? Andy Martínez, Tony Andracki and Kyle Millinowisch provide answers to these questions, including looking for solutions to the bullpen woes and how the Cubs can right the ship before the postseason. Plus, the panel gives a Week 1 Bears-Panthers preview, making score predictions and guesses for who will be the top receiver, tackler and have the most fantasy points on the Bears. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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