# Cubs On Tap: S8 E2- Opening Weekend Letdown

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Podcast: [Cubs On Tap: A Chicago Cubs Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cubs-on-tap-a-chicago-cubs-podcast-532352)
Published: 2026-03-30T06:53:25+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cubs-on-tap/episodes/Cubs-On-Tap-S8-E2--Opening-Weekend-Letdown-e3h5ik4
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Duration seconds: 3288

## Resource

The Cubs opened the season at Wrigley Field against the Washington Nationals, and while the vibes were electric to kick things off, the result left a bit to be desired. On this episode of Cubs On Tap, the crew breaks down a disappointing series loss where the Cubs dropped 2 of 3—but keeps it in perspective with it being just the opening weekend of a long season. We dive into what went wrong, from missed opportunities at the plate to inconsistent pitching, and highlight a few early bright spots worth building on. Tap in, crack one, and ride with us through the highs, lows, and everything in between. Go Cubs! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Purchase your Chicago Cubs shirts from ⁠ OBVIOUS SHIRTS ⁠ . USE CODE: ONTAPSPORTS for 10% OFF your purchase! Cubs On Tap is presented by ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠OnTapSportsNet.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠, your go-to source for Cubs news⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , analysis, and updates. Follow us on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CubbiesOnTap⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@OnTapSportsNet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Panelists: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠@TeddyFreddy270 | @Nick_OnTap

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