Ty and Alex talk about the rumors reported this week about the Cubs offseason plans, as well as, Jed Hoyer's first comments on the offseason. Then the guys talk about what is the bigger priority for the Cubs: Pitching or Offense?Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Will the Cubs ever spend money like the big boys again?? We welcome Cubs' broadcaster Boog Sciambi onto the channel to discuss this. Plus:-Recapping the 2025 season-Why did so many Cubs players struggle at the same time?-Will the Cubs survive without Kyle Tucker? Or will he be replaced with another big bat?Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitterContent in this Video:0:00 - Intro and World Series 8:40 - Recap of 2025 Cubs Season14:45 - Cubs Slumps all at Once29:00 - Replacing Kyle Tucker40:10 - Will Cubs Spend Money?
On today's show, Alex and Ty discuss all the Cubs contract decisions that happened today! Plus, they also play "You sign dat guy?!" to get you ready for the opening of Free Agency!Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
On the latest episode of The Setup Man, Alex and Ty discuss the Cubs transations of the day. Will Imanaga explore free agency or re-sign with the Cubs? Will the Cubs trading Andrew Kittredge back to the Orioles come back to bite them? All this and more!Platinum Glove Voting: https://www.rawlings.com/gold-glove-platinum.htmlGet your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
The Cubs options for available free agent arms just got sexier. Robert Suarez and Edwin Diazy opted out of their contracts. Will Jed Hoyer pursue either one?Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Do the Cubs make Kyle Tucker an offer he can’t refuse? Does Kyle Tucker even want to return? Do you want Kyle Tucker to return? We discussed all of these looming decisions for the Cubs biggest decison of the 2026 offseasonGet your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Jed Hoyer's Cubs posted a 92-win season. How much of that was due to Jed's moves? I grade his 2025 season.Full Jed Hoyer Post-Season Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seOpw3BETk8 Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
The Cubs season came to a disappointing end in game 5 of the NLDS in Milwaukee. We reflect on the game, the season, and what decisions are looming for the 2026 team.Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
In a surprising and thrilling Game 4 6-0 win, the Cubs had everything working. Now they will go back to Milwaukee for a deciding game 5. Winner moves on, loser's season is over!Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Join the guys as they talk about the Cubs forcing Game 4 after their victory over the Brewers. Then, the guys talk about what it will take to force this series to a winner take all game 5.Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
The Cubs, once again, squander a great first inning against the Brewers in the NLDS. Is all hope lost for the Cubs in 2025? We talk about that and look ahead to game 3 on Weds.Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
After getting embarrassed in game 1 vs. the Brewers, the Cubs need to fix a few things to keep their season alive. Kyle and Ty discuss what needs to happen.Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
THEY DID IT! FLY THE W! Join Alex, Kyle, and Ty as they react LIVE to the Cubs Wild Cards Series win against San Diego! Then, the preview the upcoming series against Milwaukee and take your calls!Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Join the guys as they break down Game 2 of the the Wild Card Series! Then, they preview the win or go home game 3!Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Alex and Kyle react live to the Cubs GAME 1 victory of the NLWCS!Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
The Cubs received a big blow when Cade Horton was put on the IL for the Wild Card Series vs. the Padres. Do they have enough reinforcements to overcome this injury? I preview the full series and make some final score predictions.Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Alex and Ty are confused by what's happening with the northsiders. The guys talk about the issues facing the team as the playoffs approach. Then they debut a new (therapeutic) game!Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Alex and Ty discuss how the Cubs getting swept this weekend effects the Wild Card standings. Then, the guys talk about how the upcoming series against the Mets became a lot more important for the Cubbies.Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Join Alex and Ty as they celebrate the Cubs clinching a playoff spot for the first time in 5 years! Then, they update the Kyle Tucker injury and question if this team can go all the way!Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
Join Alex and Kyle as they discuss another Cubs series win, this time over the Rays. Then, the guys lay out the case for Nico Hoerner being this year's team MVP!Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter