The Setup Man: Chicago Cubs Podcast

Kyle Hendricks was once again bad. The Cubs lose 9-3. Paul Skenes carved up Cubs hitters. Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation and so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list! Check us out...

Ted Lilly and Shota Imanaga have similarities in their pitching styles. I asked the former Cub what he likes about Shota and the key to his success. Watch my full interview with Ted Lilly from 2023: https://youtu.be/3f4L1664kM8?si=5jam0rwG7enRqZBG Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe...

Cole Wright joins us to discuss the upcoming series for the Cubs against the Braves. Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation and so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list! Check us ou...

I asked Matt Cozzi, of the Locked on Cubs podcast, what he would do to the Cubs if he was Jed Hoyer for just 1 day. Watch full episode here:   W • Grading the Cubs' 1st Month - with Lo...   et a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.net...

Have the Cubs exceed expectations 5 weeks into the 2024 season? Matt Cozzi of the Locked On Cubs Podcast joins us to discuss. Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation and so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways f...

After missing the first month of the season, Justin Steele returns to the Cubs and will pitch against the Padres at Wrigley Field. What does this mean for the Cubs, and how does Craig Counsell use this to fix the bullpen? Check out our Youtube Channel for more content: https://www.youtube.com/@SetupManCubs Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http:/...

Are the Cubs due for a losing streak? Despite going 4-2 this last week, the Cubs offense fizzled out in the final 2 games, and missing some of their biggest stars is starting to hurt. Check out my interview with Taylor McGregor here:     • Everything you want to know about the...   Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link a...

Pete Crow Armstrong collected his first major league hit (spoiler alert: it was a go-ahead home run) to help the Cubs sweep the Astros and improve to 16-9. Check out this video where we recap the series, and we also talk about the Cody Bellinger injury, the closer role, and we preview the Red Sox series. More on the Cody Bellinger Injury: https://youtube.com/live/wyMBOtbPi44 Get a 15% discount to...

Taylor McGregor (of Marquee Sports) has a 1st row seat to the Cubs players, coaches, and organization. She shares some of the fascinating behind-the-scenes personalities that make up the 2024 Chicago Cubs. What is Wrong with Adbert Alzolay? Watch:     • What's Wrong with Adbert Alzolay? I s...   Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click...

Adbert Alzolay blew 2 saves in one week, and the Cubs lost both games. Will Craig Counsell continue to go with Alzolay? What other options does he have? We also touch on the Cubs starting rotation and a couple injury updates in this weekly recap. What is Wrong with Adbert Alzolay? Watch:     • What's Wrong with Adbert Alzolay? I s...   Ge...

Jameoson Taillon returns to the Cubs after an Oblique injury. What can we expect from him in 2024? We also recap the West Coast trip, preview the Marlins series, and discuss Kyle Hendricks and how he can be part of the bullpen solution. What's Wrong with Adbert Alzolay? Watch my analysis: https://youtu.be/n72TwVugycY Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman...

The Cubs barely eeked out a 3-3 record this week against the Padres and Mariners. And it was not thanks to the pitching. Craig Counsell has to figure out how to piece this puzzle together, because it's not working the way it is now. Join us on our livestream of the final game of the Diamondbacks series this week: https://youtu.be/K5snfbbXmdI Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link...

The Cubs lost 9-8 after leading the Padres 8-0. This is the largest lead the Cubs have blown since 2002 vs. the White Sox. And it begs the question, why do we torture ourselves as Cubs fans? Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man...

The Cubs had a phenomenal 5-1 home stand with a sweep of the Rockies and a series win against the Dodgers. Here is the recap, plus a look ahead to the 9-game West-coast road trip. Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation and...

What is the best pitch for the Cubs in 2024? Well, they now have a decent number of pitchers throwing the splitter. Why is this pitch so effective, who is throwing it, and how will it help the Cubs in 2024? Watch part 2 of this series with Lance:     • Why Are There So Many Pitching Injuries?   Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click...

Shota Imanaga had an electric debut at Wrigley Field. Let's break down the pitch selection, conditions, and how that impacted the results. Check out more Setup Man Content:     • Cubs get their First Win of 2024! Wee...   Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io...

After a rough start to the season, the Cubs salvage one game in Arlington, TX. Let's break down the series and the upcoming home-opener. Check out more content on the Setup Man Channel: Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nati...

After a terrible blow to Justin Steele on Opening Day, where do the Cubs go from here? Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation and so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list! Check us...

Does Opening Day really matter? Here are 5 stats you will want to know before you watch the Cubs play the Rangers to start the 2024 season. Let us know what you think in the comments, and check out my predictions for the Cubs position players for 2024:     • Projections and High Expectations for...   Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on t...

Shota Imanaga will make history at Wrigley Field. Justin Steele is set to be the Opening Day starter after his injury. And the roster has a few minor adjustments before Opening Day. This, plus much more, on the March 18-24, 2024 Cubs recap. Did the Cubs luck out on Imanaga over Yamamoto? Watch here: https://youtu.be/ZG2ttrn01gU Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "...

With Jameson Taillon likely to miss 2-3 starts to start the season, what will the Cubs starting rotation look like by Opening Day? We also discuss: -Seiya Suzuki's huge Spring -David Bote's likelihood of making the roster -Cubs bullpen picture -and more! Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Check out my predictio...

If the Cubs are serious about winning in 2024, they wil..... I have 12 signs that the Cubs front office is serious about winning in 2024. Also, check out my predictions for the Cubs offense in 2024: Watch Here Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become...

Here is my take on all of the Cubs news and action from March 3-9, 2024. Watch some of our interviews with current and former Cubs players: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvlnZVjbKXaBdPZuhFiglf-1YPK-kjo2w Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to beco...

MLB.com released their Cubs Top 30 Prospect List. What are your thoughts on it? We also talk about Cody Bellinger making his Spring Training Debut and some of the young guys turning heads at camp. Watch all of our 2024 Spring Training Coverage: Watch Here Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code "thesetupman15": http://obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to www.setupman.ne...

Kohl Franklin has been in the Cubs' organization since 2018, but injuries have held him back from making his debut. Kohl talks about how he has made adjustments and plans on storming through the farm system this year in order to make his Wrigley debut. Kohl also shows us how he throws his pitches, how he roasts other teammates, and more! To enter your name into the Kohl Franklin autograph giveaway...