The Setup Man: Chicago Cubs Podcast

Some fans are worried about the Cubs bullpen. And for good reason! But I believe this organization has the pieces to succeed in 2025. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation so you never miss a show! We also do fre...

The Cubs' lineup in Tokyo produced 4 runs in 2 games vs. the Dodgers. Is there a way to move some of these guys around to see better production and "mask" some slumps? Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation so you...

The Cubs optioned Eli Morgan and Jordan Wicks to AAA Iowa on March 20. Many fans were not excited about this move. Let’s take a look at why this might have happened. Plus: how to fix the Japan series. And dumb Dodgers fans Ben Brown's Velocity is Down. Why?:     • Should Cubs Fans be Worried About Ben...   Get your own Setup Man Swag: htt...

I made a video breaking down Ben Brown's mechanics. In that video, I determined that his velocity is likely just down due to his strength. However, missing his pitch locations may be due to a deeper mechanical issue. Here is that video: click here In this podcast, I give more context to guys like Ben Brown who need that time to ramp up, and how starting the season too soon may have hurt him.

The Cubs were their own worst enemies against the Dodgers. Here is a breakdown of all the mistakes they made in the 2 games in Japan. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   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...

After a promising start, the Cubs bullpen and defense let them down in the 2025 season opener vs. the Dodgers in Japan. Here are a few key takeaways. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   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...

Cubs fans, are you ready for the Cubs vs. Dodgers in Tokyo? Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   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 on social medi...

After Bob Nightengale reported the Cubs are in negotiations with Lance Lynn, Cubs' Twitter lost their minds! We take a look at this deal and see if it makes sense. Plus, an update from Tokyo. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of...

In a recent press conference at Sloan Park, Jed Hoyer admitted he had to rush some Cubs roster decisions due to the early start in Japan. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   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 als...

According to Bob Nightengale, the Cubs are close to a 1-year deal with Lance Lynn. Here is my live reaction to this news. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   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 giveaw...

Who are the 31 Cubs players that boarded a plane to Japan last night? Which will we see on the field when the season officially starts on March 18? And, is it possible that Matt Shaw will NOT be one of those players? Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing...

Matt Shaw is going to Japan for the Cubs Opening Series. And this Cubs fan couldn't be happier! Here's why this is a BIG deal. FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious 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 g...

Spring Training is an important time to ramp up for the regular season, but which Cubs players actually care about their performance? Plus, some updates on the Cubs' roster cuts. Kyle Tucker Swing Breakdown:     • Breakdown of Kyle Tucker’s first Spri...   Locked On Cubs Episode:     • Chicago Cubs might have...

The Cubs lineup has a new big bat with Kyle Tucker, but is he enough to propel this offense? We take a look at the projections and who will outperform them. Watch our projections for the Cubs pitchers:     • Which Cubs Pitchers will have BREAKOU...   Fangraphs projections: https://www.fangraphs.com/roster-reso... ZiPS projections: https://www....

Talkin' Baseball (podcast from Jomboy) released their 2025 Cubs preview show. They are VERY high on the Cubs. Are they a little too high? Talkin' Baseball's Full Cubs Preview:     • Chicago Cubs | 2025 Preview   Cubs' path to 93+ wins:     • 3 Players Will MAKE or BREAK the Cubs...  ...

The ZiPS Cubs pitcher projections are pretty interesting. I break down where I think they are missing the mark. 3 Cubs players will Make or Break the 2025 season. WATCH:     • 3 Players Will MAKE or BREAK the Cubs...   Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious 2025 Cubs Spring Training Playlist:     •...

The Cubs seem like the clear favorite to win the NL Central in 2025. But there are 3 specific players that may hold the most weight in that fate. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://obviousshirts.com/collections... 2025 Cubs Spring Training Playlist:     • Cubs Spring Training 2025   FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk &nbs...

3 days in a row, the status of Matt Shaw for Opening Day has flipped. Now Bruce Levine and Marquee are saying Shaw will play in games soon, and this leads fans to believe he might be ready for the Japan series afterall. Which reports should we trust? Plus, the Cubs have yet to lose a Spring game… here’s on update on who we think looks good thus far. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://obviousshir...

Another injury has the Cubs looking very unprepared for the season-opener in Tokyo against the Dodgers. I give my take on this series plus more. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://obviousshirts.com/collections... 2025 Cubs Spring Training Playlist:     • Cubs Spring Training 2025   FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk &nbsp...

Matt Shaw’s oblique has sidelined him for longer than Cubs fans expected. Is this a growing concern? Also, with Brad Keller’s recent success, is there a shot he makes the Opening Day roster? Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://obviousshirts.com/collections... 2025 Cubs Spring Training Playlist:     • Cubs Spring Training 2025   FREE Cubs Talk Facebook...

With Cubs Spring Training games underway, what are the stories to look out for? Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://obviousshirts.com/collections... Kyle Tucker/Ryan Pressly Debuts: https://youtu.be/2AOuG-tKwC0 Ben Brown Interview: https://youtu.be/zrqpTWs6YKo 2025 Cubs Spring Training Playlist:     • Cubs Spring Training 2025   FREE Cubs Talk Facebook...

Tomorrow Cubs Spring Training games start! Today is my last full day at Cubs practices. Heres' a report of the things I've seen in my time here at Sloan. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://obviousshirts.com/collections... 2025 Cubs Spring Training Playlist:     • Cubs Spring Training 2025   FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk&n...

He might be 40 years old, but Justin Turner can have a major impact on the Cubs in 2025. This is a great signing. Also, I have a few updates from Spring Training. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://obviousshirts.com/collections... 2025 Cubs Spring Training Playlist:     • Cubs Spring Training 2025   FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / c...

I'm looking for Matt Shaw, Kyle Tucker, and a few others to start getting into action as we get closer to the first Spring game Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://obviousshirts.com/collections... 2025 Cubs Spring Training Playlist:     • Cubs Spring Training 2025   FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   Go to www.setup...

I saw Matt Shaw as he was walking into Sloan Park this morning, and he gave me a great update about his oblique. Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://obviousshirts.com/collections... 2025 Cubs Spring Training Playlist:     • Cubs Spring Training 2025   FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group:    / cubstalk   Go to www.setupman.net and sub...