Cody Bellinger opting in for 2025 limits flexibility this offseason for the Cubs, but we explain how Jed Hoyer and the front office can still improve the team. Plus: Quintin Berry joins the coaching staff.

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Instant reaction on Cody Bellinger picking up his player option and returning to the Cubs for 2025.

Sam discusses PCA's very solid 2024 season and if it earned him a spot at leading off in 2025. He also discusses the new Red Sox documentary on Netflix with Theo and Jed and finishes up the pod by going over the disappointing World Series

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