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Host David Kaplan is joined by NBCS Cubs insider Gordon Wittenmyer as they take questions from fans including, could the Cubs have traded for Justin Verlander, is Anthony Rizzo the greatest 1st basemen in Cubs history, and is Jon Lester a hall of famer pitcher. All those and more on the Cubs Talk podcast.
(2:04) - As Lester's career closes, is he on his way to Cooperstown?
(7:50) - Could MLB start the season with a fan only vote All-Star game?
(11:40) - Will the Cubs add to the team next offseason if the MLB salary cap is frozen?
(21:45) - Should Cubs fans be excited about the season?
(24:15) - Is Rizzo the greatest 1st basemen in Cubs history
(27:40) - Could the Cubs have gotten Justin Verlander?
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