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Jim Deshaies Discusses the Cubs Slow Offseason

Why has this MLB offseason been so slow? Is it Boras? Is it something else? Jim Deshaies, Cubs color commentator on Marquee, joins me to discuss this and much more. Watch videos from the Setup Man: Watch Here Go to http://www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation…

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Emmanuel Clase to Cubs Rumors Re-Surface

The Cubs and Guardians have been in trade rumors all off-season long. Does this Emmanuel Clase rumor have legs to it? Will the Cubs have to give up too much? I also explore the busy past week (Imanaga, Michael Busch, Cubs Con, and International signings) and is there any movement on the Cody Bellinger front?…

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Michael Busch Trade Breakdown (Did the Cubs give up too much?)

Michael Busch and Yency Almonte are headed to the Cubs and Jackson Farris and Zyhir Hope are headed to the Dodgers. Is that a steal for the Cubs? Or did they give away too much talent? And did you see my take on the Shota Imanaga signing? Check it out here Go to http://www.setupman.net and…

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Shota Imanaga’s Contract and the Doors it Opens for the Cubs

Reports are saying that Shota Imanaga’s contract is only $15 million average annual value. If these reports are true, this opens many doors for the Cubs now and in the future. I take a look at some of those opportunities in this show. Check out our video on Youtube: Watch Here Go to http://www.setupman.net and…

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Cubs Agree to Deal with Shota Imanaga!

The Cubs have made their first deal of the off-season! They are in agreement with Japanese left-handed pitcher Shota Imanaga. Check out this live emergency podcast, and make sure to subscribe and leave a 5-star review if you enjoyed this show. Check out our video on Youtube: Watch Here Go to http://www.setupman.net and subscribe to…

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Cody Bellinger’s Impact on the Chicago Cubs

Should the Cubs re-sign Cody Bellinger? Is this a no-brainer, or is there a serious risk with signing Bellinger to a long-term contract? I examine a few scenarios and some domino effects that could take place. Check out more content on the Setup Man Youtube Channel: click here Go to http://www.setupman.net and subscribe to our…

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2024 Chicago Cubs Predictions

The Cubs are now one of a select few teams that has made little to no moves. Are there big moves on the horizon? Will this team outperform the 2023 team? I’ll make some predictions plus look back on some of the major moments of 2023. Check out the Setup Man Youtube Channel: Watch Here…

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Potential Reasons the Cubs have Signed No One (from Jed Hoyer)

I had a dream I asked Jed Hoyer: “Why haven’t you signed anyone after your big splash with Craig Counsell?” Let’s talk about some potential transparent answers. Check out our Youtube Channel: Click Here Go to http://www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation and so you never…

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Should the Cubs Trade Christopher Morel?

I personally don’t want to see him go! But should the Cubs keep or trade Christopher Morel? I look at both sides. Also, is Morel on pace to be better than Nolan Arenado? I think so! Check out the video I made backing up this theory on the Setup Man Youtube Channel: Watch Here Go…

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