
About this episode
Host David Kaplan and Cubs insider Gordon Wittenmyer talk with former Cub Ryan Theriot on the 2008 Cubs, the difficult decision the players face in trying to return to start the season, his potential career in broadcasting, and his thoughts on the Cubs/Cards rivalry.
(3:45) - Emotional for Theriot watching the 2016 Cubs win the World Series
(7:50) - Thoughts on what the players union should do
(13:40) - The difference between the Cubs and Cards
(18:40) - Could Lou Piniella have done a better job in 2008?
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