Cubs win 7-4 to take a 2-0 series lead against the A's. Suzuki & Tucker both with tape measure homers to lead the cubs into a potential sweep tomorrow in Sacramento. Join us for the postgame reactions!

Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious

Cubs route the A's 18-3, and Carson Kelly tallies the first Cubs' cycle since Mark Grace in 1993. Join us for our post-game reactions

Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious

After a Kyle Tucker 3 run homer, the Cubs bullpen completely imploded leading to a 10-6 loss. Here was our postgame reaction.

Here's a quick recap of the Cubs first win of the season in AZ.

If you would like to check out the full breakdown, here is a video link: WATCH

Here is a quick few notes about the domestic season-opener in AZ. I believe if the Cubs can take care of business in game 2 and 3, then they have a really good shot to win 3/4 in the series. Take a listen!

The Cubs are starting their stateside season against the D'Backs with a 4 game series in AZ. We have the full preview of this series, plus some Cubs news and notes.

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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!

Check us out on social media:

Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninsta

Twitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter

Chapters in this Podcast:

0:00 - Intro

2:28 - Cubs Moves

7:43 - AZ Preview

15:24 - Cam Smith

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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!

Check us out on social media:

Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninsta

Twitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter

Chapters in this Podcast:

0:00 - Intro

0:38 - Spring Training Woes

8:15 - Bullpen Will Thrive

17:22 - Coming Up

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 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/setupmaninsta

Twitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter

Chapters in this video:

0:00 - Intro

0:37 - Coming Up

1:19 - Predicted 26-Man Roster

4:41 - Cubs Schedule

6:37 - Cubs Lineup

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: 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 free giveaways for those who are on our list!

Check us out on social media:

Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninsta

Twitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter

Chapters in this Podcast:

0:00 - Coming Up

2:46 - Ben Brown Vid

5:07 - Transactions

7:19 - Bullpen Picture

13:19 - Fix Japan

21:32 - Dodgers Fans

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.