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Ian Happ, of the Chicago Cubs, and teammates Dakota Mekkes and Zack Short share their MLB experiences, baseball life, and interview guests on The Compound, part of Audacy Sports.

Location:

United States

Genres:

Comedy

Description:

Ian Happ, of the Chicago Cubs, and teammates Dakota Mekkes and Zack Short share their MLB experiences, baseball life, and interview guests on The Compound, part of Audacy Sports.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Justin Turner Comes Aboard, The End of Baseball on ESPN and The Challenge System!

2/26/2025
Head to the Binny's at 153 Skokie Valley Hwy in Highland Park to get your Parce this week! Take a selfie with your bottle and tweet or DM us a photo on Twitter/X and/or Instagram. BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the Cubs signing Justin Turner, Ian talks about his first week of games and the fellas weigh in on the new challenge system being tested in Spring Training! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:00:40

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Bregman is a Red Sox, Live BP, and Projecting the Cubs Opening Day Lineup!

2/19/2025
Head to the Binny's at 1500 16th Street in Oak Brook to get your Parce this week! Take a selfie with your bottle and tweet or DM us a photo on Twitter/X and/or Instagram. BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Alex Bregman shipping up to Boston, they get Scotty Effross and Zack Short's thoughts on Live BP finally they debate the Cubs Opening Day lineup and the best way to order wings. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:59:10

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Pitchers and Catchers Have Reported, Spring Training is here! Plus, Alonso to the Mets and What is the Best App?

2/12/2025
Head to the Binny's at 3000 North Clark Street in Lakeview, to get your Parce this week! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Pete Alonso staying in New York and what it means for the free agent market, what the first weeks of spring training look like for players and Zack asks the guys, what is the best app? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:02:50

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Spring Training is Almost Here!

2/5/2025
BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the latest high profile free agency moves, including Max Scherzer signing with the Blue Jays. After that, Ian discusses his ramp up for the 2025 Regular Season and the unique start to the season the Cubs will have in Japan. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:51:56

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Pressly to the Cubs, Ichiro to Cooperstown, Plus a Big Announcement!

1/29/2025
BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the new home for our show, and the Cubs acquiring Ryan Pressly. After that, they look at the Hall of Fame inductees and break down a whole slew of free agent acquisitions. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:55:29

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Sammy Sosa and Kyle Tucker LIVE from Cubs Con!

1/24/2025
BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, Ian talks with Cubs Legend Sammy Sosa about some of his career highlights and so much more, plus he is joined by his new teammate Kyle Tucker, live from the stage at Cubs Con. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:55:23

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Roki's Decision Week, Previewing CubsCon and the Best Place to Watch A Game!

1/15/2025
Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use promo code COMPOUND BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Roki Sasaki's big week, as the deadline for his decision looms. After that the guys breakdown this weekend's Cubs Convention and where the best place is to watch a football game. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT) or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $200 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/dk-offer-terms. Ends 2/9/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.

Duration:00:50:40

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A Deep Dive on Free Agency and Zack's Wedding!

1/8/2025
Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use promo code COMPOUND BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys return from a weekend in Connecticut to recap Zack's wild wedding weekend. After that, they take a deep look at this year's Free Agency class and who are the best players still on the market. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT) or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $200 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/dk-offer-terms. Ends 2/9/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.

Duration:00:53:33

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The Compound Mailbag to Kickoff 2025!

1/2/2025
Description: BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, Zack has some major news to share, and then the guys open up the Compound Mailbag for a special, end of year, non baseball mailbag and answer your guys questions!

Duration:01:09:51

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Tucker to Chicago, Belli to New York and Chapsticks!

12/19/2024
Description: Call in for our Non-Baseball Mailbag! (802) 566-0740. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use promo code COMPOUND BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $150 issued as 6 $25 Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Bonus Bets are single-use, non-withdrawable, and expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/dk-offer-terms.Ends 1/5/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.

Duration:00:47:28

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PCA Talks Wrigley Fly Balls, His Journey to the Show and More!

12/11/2024
Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use promo code COMPOUND BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys welcome on Pete Crow-Armstrong to the podcast! PCA discusses his journey to the show, his mom's role in Little Big League, his takeaways from his first full season in the bigs, and what playing with Ian is like. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $150 issued as 6 $25 Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Bonus Bets are single-use, non-withdrawable, and expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/dk-offer-terms. Ends 1/5/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.

Duration:00:50:31

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Explaining the Winter Meetings, Boyd to Chicago and Zack's Free Agency

12/5/2024
Use code COMPOUND10 for 10% off tickets on SeatGeek. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/COMPOUND10 *Up to $25 off BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss what the Winter Meetings look like, Matthew Boyd's arrival in Chicago, Zack's Free Agency and a whole lot more!

Duration:00:49:53

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Explaining the Non-Tender Deadline, NL Central Trade and Favorite Thanksgiving Food

11/26/2024
Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use promo code COMPOUND BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss the non-tender deadline, and saying goodbye to teammates, plus they discuss their favorite thanksgiving food item and breakdown a big trade in the central! GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $150 issued as 6 $25 Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Bonus Bets are single-use, non-withdrawable, and expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/dk-offer-terms. Ends 1/5/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK.

Duration:00:51:35

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Scott Effross Returns to Talk Yankees World Series Run, Offseason Training and More!

11/21/2024
Use code COMPOUND10 for 10% off tickets on SeatGeek. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/COMPOUND10 *Up to $25 off BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys welcome back returning favorite Scott Effross to the show, Scott talks about his time with the Yankees in October, his off season plans and a whole lot more!

Duration:00:55:34

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Chris Sale Talks Gold Glove, Jerseys and A Whole Lot More

11/14/2024
Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code COMPOUND Bruce Bolt: https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys welcome on Chris Sale, presumptive Cy Young award winner, and discuss his rapid ascent to the Major Leagues, his pregame rituals and of course, the 2016 Jersey Cutting incident and a whole lot more. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT) or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $200 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout.

Duration:00:53:52

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Ian Happ Reacts to Winning Another Gold Glove

11/6/2024
Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code COMPOUND Bruce Bolt: https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys react to the Dodger's being crowned World Series Champions, Ian's third straight Gold Glove Award and preview the upcoming Free Agency Class. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT) or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $200 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout.

Duration:00:51:18

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Reacting to Aaron Judge's Postseason

10/31/2024
Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code COMPOUND BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. www.brucebolt.us On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys react to the 2024 World Series between the Dodgers and Yankees, and share their thoughts on Aaron Judge's struggles. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT) or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $200 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout.

Duration:00:57:33

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Who MLB Players Think Will Win the World Series

10/24/2024
Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code COMPOUND BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. www.brucebolt.us On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys break down the World Series, and make their predictions.

Duration:00:54:13

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Dakota Goes MIA, So Scott Effross Makes His 2024 Debut!

1/3/2024
Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW and use code WORLD. New customers can get $150 instantly in bonus bets for betting just five dollars on college football. Only on DraftKings Sportsbook with code WORLD. Parce Rum is the Rum for Whiskey Drinkers. It’s a premium dry style flavor profile that you’re going to love. Stop by your local Binny’s or Total Wine to find Parce near you! Visit https://www.parcerum.com/ today! BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. www.brucebolt.us On this week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, Dakota is drunk on a boat (also known as a family vacation) so Scott Effross fills in! The guys breakdown Yoshinobu Yamamoto signing with the Dodgers, Big Papi's new viral video and Scotty asks his fan question of the week! Don't forget to follow The Compound on social media, on Twitter @thecompoundpod, on Instagram @thecompoundpod_ and on TikTok @TheCompoundPod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:52:00

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Sean Casey Talks About His Time With the Yankees and Hitting!

11/28/2023
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Duration:01:04:34