Podcast: The Setup Man

Are the Cubs Really Ready to Win in 2024?

In 2015, it was obvious the Cubs were in their “winning window.” In 2024, it’s not as clear. I talked to Peter from the Sheffield Shuffler about the Cubs potential in 2024 after hitting the 1/3 mark of the seasaon. Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code “thesetupman15”:…

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What Sparked the Cubs Offense in a 6-3 Extra Innings Win vs. Brewers?

It’s been a rough month, but the Cubs suddenly turned on the offense in the 10th inning in Milwaukee on May 28th. They scored 5 runs in the 10th to beat the Brewers 6-3. Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code “thesetupman15”: obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to http://www.setupman.net and subscribe…

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Madrigal’s Costly Error Sends Cubs to a 5-1 Loss vs. Brewers, May 27, 2024

Cubs silent offense remained lifeless in Craig Counsell’s return to Milwaukee. Cubs lose 5-1 and drop their 5th straight. Nick Madrigal is part of the problem, let’s talk about how this gets fixed. Here’s why the Cubs need to end the Kyle Hendricks era: •TheKyleHendricksExperimenthasto… Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the…

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Cade Horton’s Development, Brennen Davis’ Return + More AAA Updates w/Alex Cohen

Alex Cohen, voice of the Iowa Cubs, joins me to discuss: -Cade Horton’s development -Brennen Davis’ triumphant return -David Bote’s relevancy -Luis Vasquez’s expectations -And many more AAA updates Here’s everything you want to know about your favorite Cubs players: •Everythingyouwanttoknowaboutthe… Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code…

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Cubs Offense Continues to Struggle, Shutout by Braves, May 23, 2024

After Max Fried threw a complete game on Wednesday, the Braves used 6 pitchers to shut out the Cubs on 4 hits on Thursday. And for some reason, Kyle Hendricks pitched in this game when it was 1-0. Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code “thesetupman15”: obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go…

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Max Fried & Braves Demolish the Cubs | May 22, 2024

Max Fried threw the 9th complete game of the MLB season, and the Braves destroyed the Cubs 9-2. Porter Hodge also made his MLB debut and nearly threw an immaculate inning. Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code “thesetupman15”: obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to http://www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing…

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Nico Hoerner Sends to a 4-3 Walk-Off Win vs. Braves | May 21, 2024

Nico Hoerner returned from a hamstring injury on May 21, and his base hit in the 10th inning scored Cody Bellinger and capped off a 4-3 win over the Braves. Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code “thesetupman15”: obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to http://www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list…

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Defense and Bats let the Cubs Down | 3-2 Loss vs Pirates | May 19, 2024

Cubs offense and defense let them down in the final game of a 4 game series with the Pirates. Cubs lose 3 of 4 to the Pirates and drop to 26-22 on the season. Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code “thesetupman15”: obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to http://www.setupman.net and subscribe…

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Morel’s Walk-Off Caps Cubs 1-0 Win vs. Pirates: May 18, 2024

Shota Imanaga was phenomenal again (lower league-leading ERA to 0.84), and the Cubs needed just 1 run to beat the Pirates. Is Kyle Hendricks’ time in Chicago over? Watch here: •KyleHendricksBadAgain|CubsLose… Get a 15% discount to Obvious Shirts. Click on the link and use code “thesetupman15”: obviousshirts.pxf.io/SetupMan Go to http://www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing…

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