Locked On Cubs - Daily Podcast On The Chicago Cubs

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Locked On Cubs podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Chicago Cubs and Major League Baseball. Hosts Matt Cozzi and Sam Olbur, lifelong fans, lead the Locked On Cubs podcast and provide your daily Cubs fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Cubs franchise and the goings on from the friendly confines of Wrigley. Locked On Cubs podcast takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Cubs locker room and all over MLB. The Locked On Cubs podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

Recent Episodes
  • Will the Chicago Cubs sign Jed Hoyer to an extension SOON?
    Jun 19, 2025 – 00:31:31
  • Chicago Cubs with GREAT WIN over Brewers!
    Jun 18, 2025 – 00:30:51
  • POSTCAST: Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki hit MASSIVE HR's & the Chicago Cubs win 5-3!
    Jun 18, 2025 – 00:18:06
  • Big series looming for Chicago Cubs against rival Brewers
    Jun 17, 2025 – 00:28:35
  • ENCOURAGED OR CONCERNED: Chicago Cubs Take Series But Bats Stay Quiet
    Jun 16, 2025 – 00:29:25
  • POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs and Ian Happ WALK OFF the Pirates for the WIN on the Father's Day!
    Jun 15, 2025 – 00:15:07
  • POSTCAST: Dansby Swanson RIPS a Home Run and the Chicago Cubs win but still need more!
    Jun 14, 2025 – 00:15:36
  • POSTCAST: Once AGAIN the Chicago Cubs cannot come through with runners on, lose to the Pirates
    Jun 13, 2025 – 00:18:03
  • Jameson Taillon Has Been IRREPLACEABLE For Chicago Cubs
    Jun 13, 2025 – 00:27:53
  • POSTCAST: Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki BOTH hit tanks and lead Chicago Cubs to the W!
    Jun 13, 2025 – 00:17:14
  • Chicago Cubs Drop Back to Back Series For First Time In a WHILE!
    Jun 12, 2025 – 00:29:01
  • Ian Happ Is Getting HOT For Chicago Cubs!
    Jun 11, 2025 – 00:28:06
  • POSTCAST: Ian Happ hits 2 BOMBS & the Chicago Cubs have a good BOUNCE BACK performance and WIN
    Jun 11, 2025 – 00:19:45
  • Another CLOSE LOSS for the Chicago Cubs
    Jun 10, 2025 – 00:30:14
  • POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs CANNOT catch a break or hit with runners on and lose 4-3 in extras
    Jun 10, 2025 – 00:17:18
  • CLOSE CALLS: Chicago Cubs drop tough series to Tigers
    Jun 8, 2025 – 00:29:07
  • POSTCAST: TERRIBLE umps & missed opportunities lead to a TOUGH series loss for the Chicago Cubs
    Jun 8, 2025 – 00:16:59
  • POSTCAST: Seiya Suzuki goes deep TWICE & the Chicago Cubs hit 5 homers in 6-1 win vs the Tigers
    Jun 7, 2025 – 00:19:22
  • POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs make a HUGE mistake on the base paths & drop game 1 vs the Tigers
    Jun 7, 2025 – 00:16:26
  • GREAT WORK from Chicago Cubs last 21 games
    Jun 6, 2025 – 00:29:15
  • POSTCAST: IAN HAPP IS BACK & the Chicago Cubs the series from the Washington Nationals
    Jun 6, 2025 – 00:17:18
  • Will starting pitching hold up for the Chicago Cubs?
    Jun 5, 2025 – 00:29:27
  • POSTCAST: Matthew Boyd has STELLAR outing by the Chicago Cubs lineup drops the ball in loss
    Jun 5, 2025 – 00:16:02
  • Craig Counsell Has Been GREAT For The Chicago Cubs In Year 2
    Jun 4, 2025 – 00:27:50
  • POSTCAST: Michael Busch had a GREAT day at the plate, the Chicago Cubs start road trip with a W
    Jun 4, 2025 – 00:17:22
  • Chicago Cubs are in GREAT POSITION in NL Central
    Jun 3, 2025 – 00:28:45
  • Chicago Cubs continue to BUILD their case for BIG season
    Jun 2, 2025 – 00:31:28
  • POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs bats COME ALIVE & Pete Crow-Armstrong delivers 3 hit day in 7-3 win
    Jun 1, 2025 – 00:19:32
  • POSTCAST: Ben Brown was DEALING, struck out 9 for the Chicago Cubs in their 2-0 win vs the Reds
    May 31, 2025 – 00:18:03
  • POSTCAST: Colin Rea had a TOUGH day and the Chicago Cubs fell short of another massive comeback
    May 30, 2025 – 00:15:56
  • Chicago Cubs have SIX players who could be All-Stars
    May 29, 2025 – 00:29:44
  • Daniel Palencia cruising as Chicago Cubs SWEEP Rockies
    May 29, 2025 – 00:29:04
  • POSTCAST: Pete Crow-Armstrong hits a TANK, and the Chicago Cubs SWEEP the Colorado Rockies
    May 29, 2025 – 00:16:20
  • Chicago Cubs Keep WINNING Games In DIFFERENT Ways
    May 28, 2025 – 00:29:21
  • POSTCAST: Matt Shaw and the Chicago Cubs WALK-OFF the Rockies in 11 innings!
    May 28, 2025 – 00:17:09
  • POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs get the WIN on Memorial Day because of Jameson Taillon & Kyle Tucker
    May 26, 2025 – 00:17:02
  • Chicago Cubs GREAT weekend thanks to best offense in baseball
    May 26, 2025 – 00:30:41
  • POSTCAST: The CARDIAC Chicago Cubs do it again! Reese McGuire hits 2 bombs in massive comeback!
    May 25, 2025 – 00:20:31
  • POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs had MULTIPLE chances for another comeback but fell short vs Reds
    May 24, 2025 – 00:18:47
  • POSTCAST: Pete Crow-Armstrong has MVP level performance, leads Chicago Cubs to the WIN vs Reds
    May 24, 2025 – 00:21:17
  • Matt Shaw looks different for Chicago Cubs + Alex Cohen joins us!
    May 23, 2025 – 00:34:37
  • Chicago Cubs post CLOSE WIN to take series from Marlins!
    May 21, 2025 – 00:27:54
  • POSTCAST: Kyle Tucker brings in ALL the Chicago Cubs runs; Cubs wins series vs the Marlins
    May 21, 2025 – 00:16:27
  • BLOWOUT: Chicago Cubs respond with win over Marlins
    May 21, 2025 – 00:27:51
  • POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs EXPLODE for 8 runs in 6th inning & Kyle Tucker has 3 hit day in win!
    May 21, 2025 – 00:17:44
  • Chicago Cubs With MULTIPLE Losses Monday In Miami
    May 20, 2025 – 00:28:12
  • POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs BLOW IT in the 9th inning and lose to the Miami Marlins
    May 20, 2025 – 00:19:18
  • Pete Crow-Armstrong helps Chicago Cubs SWEEP the White Sox!
    May 18, 2025 – 00:30:56
  • POSTCAST: Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Cubs RUN CHICAGO, SWEEP the White Sox!
    May 18, 2025 – 00:18:41
  • POSTCAST: The Chicago Cubs use SPEED and POWER in win, Dansby Swanson hits 10th HR of the year!
    May 17, 2025 – 00:18:47
Recent Reviews
  • CBrant
    Fantastic podcast
    Matt and Sam are fantastic at what they do. Every episode is a can’t miss.
  • Ninja31402
    Die hard cubs fan review
    I have been listening to Matt and Sam since they took over the show and let me tell you that these guys need to start doing baseball coverage full time. These guys have been correct 90% of the time when talking about takeaways from games, youth prospects, front office stuff, and even predictions on player performances or roster changes. Basically they have had very few takes where they are incorrect. Considering that this podcast is not a “full time” job for these gentlemen it’s impressive. I listen to this podcast everyday and will continue to do so. If you support the cubbies this is the podcast for you. Feedback: Matt and Sam if you do read this, I would recommend providing more information on prospects. Whether it’s guys at triple A or even low A ball. You guys have been doing a great job already with this fyi. Another recommendation I have is to give us (the listeners) more information about the front office stuff. Whether it’s contract talks, trade stuff, or even rumors you hear.
  • OCgerardCA
    Great Show
    Best Cubs Podcast by far! Matt & Sam click like old friends talking Cubs! There MLB knowledge is right on! They do it in only 30 minutes, and don’t drag on over an hour like other Cubs Podcasts that dwell on one thought why to long and are whiney! Go Cubs Go!
  • tbozikis
    Great win
    I was concerned in the bottom of the 9th,, but I was ecstatic when Amaya hit that home run to send the game into extra innings. Also, I enjoyed Sam’s recap of this game.
  • DocCub
    Keep up the good work!
    The best daily Cubs podcast and Cubs podcast in general. Their dynamic keeps me laughing and Sam has some great Cubs takes. I can really relate to these dudes. I look forward to listening every weekday morning.
  • Birdy1213
    Please bring back Sam after games
    Appreciate trying something new, but it doesn’t work. Missing Sam’s energy, insight, passion when the game ends. Have gone back to CHGO for immediate after analysis. Sam and Matt! Please come back after games!
  • thedp321
    Bad baseball analysis
    Mostly hot take opinionated garbage. This podcast won’t teach you the game of baseball. Sam is a dumb frat boy that couldn’t get on his middle school team.
  • Matassa_
    Refreshing
    Matt and Sam have me excited for opening day. They get better each episode! Keep trending like this Boyd! One critique that I think will help… get the microphone out of the frame. We need to see those pretty faces. There’s your compliment Sam, but really it’s a pet peeve as visibility isn’t helping anything technical. 5 stars! Go Cubs Go!
  • Locked ON Cubs
    For actual cubs fans
    This pod is the best cubs podcast there is. Sam and Matt are both knowledgeable and hilarious. They actually know what they are talking about when it comes to the cubs and MLB. Listening to this pod is like talking with my buddies about the cubs. Gets me through the ups and downs of the season and definitely through the off season as well.
  • Barry Terry Larry
    Best Cubs Podcast
    The people who hate on this show are so smug 🤣, just reading through the negative reviews. This is a ACTUAL fan podcast, they bring high energy and it’s easy to tell they are real fans. They won’t sugarcoat it and have made me the most into a Cubs season I have been in a while this year. Cubs went 22–39 for two months - did you expect them to be jolly and glee about that? No. They are actual fans and we were playing piss poor. I don’t understand the expectation that podcast hosts can’t show emotion or voice valid opinions. It makes the show so much better, bc you know they will tell it straight. Keep up the good work fellas, keep doing you. Listen daily now for two motions and will continue coming down the stretch.
  • Hectec 18
    Best out there
    Great podcast. Always keeping it real. Appreciate the honesty
  • Bho14
    Too much complaining
    While at times I’ve enjoyed this podcast and the discussion about the day to day, the amount of hot takes continue to increase across the season. There seems to be little use to listen to these venting session episodes. It’s kind of unfortunate.
  • bizalla15
    Over reactionary degenerates
    Over react to every single play and result on X during the games and for second straight year blames the manager. Just sign of 2 dudes who don’t know the game and just react emotionally to everything. Used to enjoy it but Olbur has gotten to be too much
  • the skinny pimp
    Sam
    10 minutes into this podcast and my ears are bleeding listening to this guy Sam. Not everybody should have a mic or an opinion. The dude is horrible, if you want this show to grow, he needs to be removed. Jesus Christ. Look elsewhere for more logical Cubs based podcasts folks. This dude Sam is GARBAGE.
  • MyqRuss
    GO CUBBIES GO!!
    Best Podcast & Only place to get FAN CRAZY CUBS Content!! Let’s get excited folks!
  • Dan Sheeks
    Best Cubs podcast
    This is by far the best Cubs podcast out there. And it’s not even close. GO CUBS!! ⚾️
  • GoCubs!!!!
    My favorite podcast!
    This is my favorite podcast to start my day off with! Matt and Sam share my passion for the Cubs and have done an amazing job of making us all feel like we are a community of fans that go through the ups and downs of our team together. They are funny, knowledgeable and have excellent chemistry together, which is what makes the show great!
  • medgolfer
    Fun Cubs podcast
    Matt and Sam do a great job giving you a daily dose of Cubs news while providing a little comedic relief. Enjoy the show very much.
  • AJDP in LA
    True fans, fun podcast
    These guys are two fans, genuine Chicagoans. Lots of fun to listening two guys that know the game and love my favorite team as much as I do. Keep up the good work!
  • Christopher0713
    Go Cubs Go!
    Just discovered this pod a few weeks ago and absolutely love it! It’s getting me so pumped for the upcoming Cubs season! Go Cubs Go!
  • VictoryGallop
    MEH
    Sam is a smug arrogant diva of a little man. The show would be great WITHOUT Sam. I feel bad for Matt to have Sam as a partner. Sam just bow out now and save us all from your ten cent takes.
  • Nickname Taken 2
    Lame
    Like being stuck to a dive bar floor next to the loudest dumbest morons in town I listened for a while and it was hellish but since I love the Cubs, I kept going but the more I listened the dumber it gets
  • Slew33
    What with the new episode
    How are you talking as if the season has started and its june? Very confused by the latest episode.
  • Lovemycubbies
    Growing stale
    Matt bought on a funny clip. He set it up in such a fun way, “Sam, I know you haven’t heard this before.” He played it. It was really funny. Sam ignored it entirely. “Oh! I remember what I was going to say before …” Sam has trouble listening and it annoys me. Passion is cool but it’s not cool if it makes you sort of rude.
  • Dxnrshrs
    C-Note
    GOATS
  • AuntieJ19
    Enjoy the podcast
    As a life long and come from many generations Cub Fan who lives in Texas (originally from Chicago) I enjoy the podcast . I like hearing the perspective of people in the Chicago area and who are fans with a lot knowledge about the players and the league.
  • JayCasey3
    Great Show
    Matt and Sam know their stuff. They have great chemistry too. Sam’s angry rants crack me up and when Matt gets fired up he threatens to move mountains to get problems fixed. Keep it rolling, boys. Also, although someone else is being given credit for being the original everydayer, I believe that in fact, I am the original. I listened every day before Matt and Sam took over. They happen to be a significant upgrade over their predecessor.
  • not blind
    A True Fans Sports Poscast
    Locked on Cubs is one of my favorite sports podcasts because it’s just a couple of funny fans talking Cubs. Which isn’t to say they don’t know their stuff or get into the stats— they absolutely do— it’s just more enjoyable listening to REAL Cubs fans talk about the Cubs rather than some detached, impartial baseball beat writers. Never miss an episode and I always find myself laughing.
  • tcherwenka
    Great show
    These guys are amazing. They deliver all cubs news in the greatest way. Also provide insightful opinions on controversial cubs moves.
  • Josh that one guy
    Such a great listen
    You guys rule. Feels like listening to me and my buddies talk about our favorite team
  • Xbadrehvxf
    Required Listening
    Matt & Sam are required listening for any Cubs fan. As an out of state Cubbie fan I get to 3-4 games at Wrigley and a hand full of Iowa Cubs but mostly listen to games with Pat and Ron. My daily dose of Cubs is Locked On Cubs with Matt & Sam. Nothing better than celebrating win with the boys after a close game or venting after a loss.
  • Dodongodislikesmoke
    Great Daily Cubs Pod
    Sam and Matt have done a great job this year holding my hand through all the ups and downs of a wild 2023 season. As an out of state Cubs fan, it’s great to have a quick place I can catch up on what’s going on with the Cubbies each day since I can only watch a handful of games each month.
  • Andimo1!
    Don’t waive the white flag.
    I started watching locked on cubs this year for the first time. I am 75 and a long time cubs fan. I am disappointed in waving the white flag when cubs are still in the thick of it. Things change fast in baseball. I lived through the 1969 debacle. Crushing but I still loved that team. This team is a memorable one. How memorable? We will see.
  • The 603
    Great for this misplaced Cubs fans.
    By far the best Cubs podcast! I’m a misplaced Cubs fan so I use this show to stay informed on all things Cubs everyday. I love Matt and Sam’s passion.
  • Cubbygal
    Fantastic analysis with great enthusiasm
    I have been an every day listener since April 2023 and have never been disappointed. Matt and Sam are a great team. Matt is more analytical and gives you a great summary of the prior game, stats on the team, and the likelihood of winning. Sam is much more off the cuff from his heart but yer equally insightful. Often I’ll watch a game and think “why would David Ross make this move” and then Sam will bring it up and analyze it the next day. Sometimes if I can’t watch a game, I just listen to Locked On Cubs and feel like I saw it.
  • Rick0001523
    Informative and Hilarious
    Best cubs podcast out there.
  • Sleepyshane
    Sam and Matt are the best
    Love Sam’s love for the cubbies a real die hard and Matt’s polished takes on topics!!! What a great One Two Punch and especially when the cubbies are winning!! Everyday I’m waiting for the Podcast W or Not Let’s keep this ball rolling fellas Keep up the good work!!
  • kennethmarkhoover
    Great baseball podcast
    Fantastic breakdowns, in-depth analysis and information from two hosts who aren’t afraid to let their passion for the Cubs take center stage. Always my first go to podcast when it comes to Cubs baseball. I’m happy to be an every dayer and subscribe to this great show!
  • Gr2323
    Love the passion
    And the smarts! The details, baseball knowledge, all of it! Great job guys!
  • misplaced Illini
    Talk like an adult
    Good podcast but man Sam is real annoying when he decides to change the way he talks. I can’t stand that stupid draw out of the end of words.
  • ndjehdnd
    Hot mic levels
    Love the show boys but those mic levels are all over the place.
  • Rmoorejr342
    Great hosts
    I love the hosts. Matt and Sam. I like the way Sam prefaced his David Ross comments respect to Rossy.
  • Charlemartin
    Old Reviews are antiqued
    A lot of the older reviews complain about a host who is no longer with the show. New hosts are much better and have great chemistry
  • Matthew Todd G.
    Overinflated view of show by hosts
    The hosts consider themselves the best Cubs podcast around but they have the worst actually reporting on the team of any Chicago Cubs related podcast I listen to currently. They speculate on things with no evidence or research or fact finding. They also beg for positive reviews through giveaways which is unethical and negates the validity of every review posts during the giveaway.
  • kchipchase
    Great Balance of Fandom and Analysis!
    This is my go-to Cubs podcast. The hosts bring the perfect balance of being passionate fans and intelligent analysis to the table. Looking forward to a great season!
  • Wraithfear33
    Cubs first podcast
    They keep getting better each episode.
  • dtoolmand
    Great Cubs Updates!
    Just started listening this week as we get closer to the start of the season. Going to two spring training games this weekend. The guys do a great job. Go Cubs!
  • Noah Erickson
    My Grandfather Would Have Loved This Show
    Locked on Cubs brings the passion that die hard fans possess to podcast form. Sam is the guy you start a conversation with in the bleachers until you realize that he lives and breathes the North Side, and Matt plays the straight man in this genuine, honest, and committed duo. Their podcast popped up on my suggested listens one day, and since then I’ve made the Cubs fans in my life listen to an episode or two, at least once. Their passion and hard work are unparalleled. They deserve credit for steadily creating a fan base during one of the more hopeless times this franchise has seen over the last decade, and I can’t wait to listen to them every day when the Cubs actually compete for a division again. Locked on Cubs has become a part of my home, and I don’t end a day without catching their newest episode.
  • Swagnasty94
    Quick, honest and fun Cubs talk
    Matt and Sam bring their personalities and their baseball opinions and expertise into this show, making it entertaining whether things are going on with the Cubs or not so much. It’s a great listen every single day. You can’t go wrong with Matt, Sam and Locked On Cubs
  • Cubs4th3W1n
    Love the podcast!
    Great cubs content! Easy and fun to follow, ya’ll rock!
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