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Even though the Cubs had a lackluster offseason, the roster wold suggest that they can still make noise in the NL Central. Filling in for host David Kaplan, Jeff Nelson and Nate Poppen play sound from Jed Hoyer and Nico Hoerner to discuss the expectations for this season, and relive the mic'd up Anthony Rizzo experience.
(1:56) - Jed Hoyer on this season's expectations
(5:10) - Reaction to Jed Hoyer's comments on expectations
(9:20) - Nico Hoerner on being called up and expectations for this year
(12:00) - Finding playing time for Hoerner and the outfield
(16:00) - Can Kyle Schwarber's defense improve?
(21:00) - Cubs get mic'd up
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