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With newfound depth and a number of pitchers working their way back into the roster conversations, the Cubs are facing a series of difficult decisions as they gear up for the stretch run. The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney talk through what they’re hearing about the pitching plans for the rest of the season, Game 1 of the playoffs and potentially multiple postseason rounds. Who’s in? Who’s out? And who’s on the bubble?
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"Cubs’ playoff roster projection: How the pitching staff will look in October" is an episode of North Side Territory: A Chicago Cubs Podcast. Runtime 31 min. Published August 21, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.