Episodes
3x MVP Mike Trout reflects on his rise to MLB superstardom, talks golf tricks and learning how to change diapers. World Series champion Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo catches up with Ryan and hits on spring cleaning, The Sopranos, being the franchise's hit-by-pitch record holder and his charitable work. Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster, presented by Sloan - Marquee Sports Network Podcasts.
Published 02/14/22
Cubs starting pitcher and 3x World Series champion Jon Lester reflects on his 'I love you man' moment with David Ross during Game 5 of the 2016 World Series and the challenge of coming out of the bullpen in Game 7. Also, find out if the 5x all-star would pick Anthony Rizzo or Kris Bryant if he needed someone to babysit his kids. Then 3x all-star "The Mayor" Sean Casey brings his his world-class energy to the show as he recalls one hilarious story regarding Cubs fans after a Reds win in...
Published 02/14/22
Cubs center fielder Ian Happ joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to share and reflect on the 2020 shortened season, how David Ross handled his first year as manager and how he is gearing up for the 2021 season.
Published 02/14/22
Cubs right fielder Jason Heyward joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to give some updates from spring training, reflect on big career moments as an Atlanta Brave and as a Chicago Cub and provide more insight on the Players Alliance
Published 02/14/22
For the first time ever on Marquee Sports Network, Off the Mound with Ryan Dempster was recorded live to a rooftop audience overlooking Gallagher Way after the final home game of the 2021 season. Special guests for the live episode include Cubs players Frank Schwindel and Patrick Wisdom, musical guest Brendan Bayliss from Umphrey’s McGee and former Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano.
Published 02/14/22
Former Cubs outfielder, and fan favorite, Kyle Schwarber joins Ryan Dempster on Off the Mound presented by Sloan. During the discussion with Dempster, the pair discuss Schwarber’s 2021 season, including time spent with both the Nationals and Red Sox, his off the field charity work recognizing first responders, Chicago memories and look ahead to the offseason and the 2022 season.
Published 02/14/22
Kris Bryant joins host Ryan Dempster on the latest epsiode of Off The Mound.
Published 02/14/22
Former Cub and current Phillies pitcher Jake Arrieta joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to share memories during the Cubs rebuild up to winning the 2016 World Series and much more.
Published 02/14/22
Cubs slugger Kyle Schwarber and former Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano join host Ryan Dempster.
Published 02/14/22
Theo Epstein spent nine seasons with the Cubs from 2012-20, responsible for producing the club’s first World Series championship in 108 years in 2016. Prior to leading the Cubs front office, Epstein served as General Manager with the Red Sox, also helping them break a long championship drought in 2004 with the franchise’s first World Series championship since 1918. On this episode, Epstein discusses his work as a consultant with Major League Baseball, including the implementation of several...
Published 12/09/21
Ryan Dempster welcomes 29-time Emmy award winner and 2018 Hall of Fame inductee Bob Costas to the podcast for an extended interview about all things baseball and his best memories calling Cubs games at Wrigley Field.
Published 11/10/21
Ryan Dempster welcomed former Cub Andre Dawson on Off The Mound to discuss workout routines, the history of free agency and the Andre Dawson Classic.
Published 02/22/21
World Series champion and manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers Dave Roberts joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast for an extended conversation about social justice, winning the 2020 World Series and a must hear story about facing each other at Wrigley Field.
Published 02/15/21
MLB Network analyst Harold Reynolds joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to reflect on his 12-year MLB career and give some insight on Ernie Banks’ journey to becoming a Chicago Cub. Reynolds also gave some historical knowledge on the Negro League’s growth and impact on the city of Chicago as we celebrate Black History Month.
Published 02/08/21
Former Cub and 1984 Cy Young winner Rick Sutcliffe joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster to tell hilarious stories from his professional career including how lifelong Cubs fan Bill Murray played a part in his first career stolen base. Sutcliffe also couldn't be happier for Jon "Boog" Sciambi to join Marquee Sports Network as the TV voice of the Cubs and can't wait to work with his former ESPN colleague.
Published 02/01/21
Cubs play-by-play commentator Jon “Boog” Sciambi joined Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast to discuss his excitement of joining the Cubs booth and how he will feel being in the same booth that Cubs legend Harry Caray was in for 15 years.
Published 01/21/21
Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer joined the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast and shared what the last month has been like in his new role. Hoyer also reflected on his relationship with Theo Epstein, what his vision is for the future of the Cubs and his expectations for the 2021.
Published 12/21/20
Former Cubs catcher and 2008 NL Rookie of the Year Geovany Soto joined the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast where the former teammates reminisced about Soto's time with the Cubs and what life is like in retirement.
Published 12/14/20
Former Cubs outfielder Cliff Floyd joined the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast to talk about his 17-year career in the majors, how being a Cub for one season in 2008 was 'fate', and what he's doing now in retirement.
Published 12/07/20
Former starting pitcher CC Sabathia joins the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast to open up about his incredible career. Listen to stories about Sabathia facing the Cubs as a Brewer in 2008, winning a World Series Championship with the New York Yankees and how life has treated him in retirement.
Published 11/30/20
Former Cubs pitcher Mark Prior joins the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast to open up about his time on the North Side, share his recent World Series experience as a member of the Dodgers coaching staff and much more!
Published 11/23/20
Hall of Famer Jim Thome joined the Off The Mound with Ryan Dempster Podcast for an extended chat to reflect on his Hall of Fame career, his time in Chicago with the White Sox and the crosstown rivalry with the Cubs.
Published 11/16/20
In the Season 2 premiere of Off the Mound with Ryan Dempster, current Cubs manager David Ross stops by to chat with his former teammate. Check out the extended conversation with the 2016 World Series champ in the podcast, including how Ross is spending his offseason and what his first year as skipper was like.
Published 11/10/20
Fan favorite Reed Johnson played four seasons for the Cubs, showcasing a combination of skill, heart and hustle the North Side will never forget. Johnson and host Ryan Dempster relive some of the most spectacular catches in team history, while also discussing how the former Academic All-American used his smarts to get the job done at the plate. The former teammates compare and contrast the differences between the old Cubs clubhouse and the new one, share several funny stories that include...
Published 09/22/20