How far away are the Cubs from playoff contention for 2025? There are lots of questions on this team. Let me know your thoughts in the comments.

Patrick Mooney's Full Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5857...

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Content:

0:00 - Dodgers Mets Gm 6

2:35 - New Podcast Idea

5:20 - Cubs Compared to Dodgers

8:03 - Patrick Mooney's Article

13:07 - Cubs Needs

16:55 - Final 4 Teams' Starpower

19:58 - Cubs 2025 Questions

22:40 - 3 Key Needs

The 2025 free agent class is not very exciting. Is there anyone the Cubs could/should go after?

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I explore the reasons the Cubs should or should not trade Justin Steele and Nico Hoerner. Comment with your thoughts and subscribe to our list (setupman.net) for a chance to win a Nico Hoerner autographed baseball.

Justin Steele's Evolution: https://youtu.be/Boxe6WeGyZU

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Content in this Podcast:

0:00 - Intro

0:14 - Win a Nico Autograph

1:13 - Reasons for Justin Steele

7:13 - Reasons for Nico Hoerner

Rachel Balkovec is the first female MiLB manager in the history of the sport. How did she get there? Who hired her? Are there more like her?

These are all topics that I discussed with Rachel on this episode of The Setup Man. Comment below with your take on Rachel and her role in a male-dominated sport.

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Matt Strahm, LHP for the Philadelphia Phillies, has not had an easy path to success. Low fastball velo, injuries, and setbacks were all part of the road bumps he hit before reaching the majors. And even after his debut, it hasn't been rainbows and butterflies.

But he was able to overcome those obstacles to sign a $15 million 2-year deal with the Phillies and has become one of the better left-handed pitchers in today's game.

We talked about those struggles, baseball cards, and more on this episode of the Setup Man.

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I had the pleasure of having Troy Glaus in my home to talk about the 2002 World Series, how he improved his brain health, eye sight issues, and more. And we did it at my kitchen table over a jigsaw puzzle. Why? Well, you will see in this interview!

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If you are a huge MLB fan like me, you are going to love this podcast. In this interview-style podcast, I talk to yesterday's and today's MLB stars. We go far beyond the field and into the lives of these figures so you can hear the stories that they have never shared before!

I'm Kyle Stanley, and I'm a lifelong baseball fan. After creating a successful real estate business, I decided to follow my passion and talk to as many MLB figures as I can.

This isn't your typical boring post-game interview. This is The Setup Man!

Thanks for checking us out,

-Kyle Stanley

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Don't miss the first episode of the Setup Man podcast. We are dropping it in September of 2023!

For now, here's a taste of what you are in store for.

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Watch this video to learn how Justin Steele has changed his pitching approach at least 5 times in his career to evolve into the ace he is today.

What makes Shota Imanaga so good? Watch here: https://youtu.be/KzsoyM-U3Zc

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It's been a lackluster year from the Chicago Cubs? Do they buy to try and get back in the race, or do they sell and start looking towards 2025? Sam Olbur, from the Locked On Podcast, joins me to discuss.

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 • Cubs' Ugliest Inning of 2024? | Break...  

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The 2024 Cubs have been historically bad at the plate. Here are 13 stats that will give you an idea of just how bad they have been.

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The 2024 Cubs are lacking the fire and passion they need to make a serious playoff run. Miguel Esparza, Spanish voice for the Cubs radio, joins me to discuss where that fire can come from!

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Is Jed Hoyer to blame for the Cubs miserable 2024 season? Did he make some bad moves to lead this organization to where it stands today?

I'm going to examine every significant move he made, and grade his overall performance since taking over for Theo.

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The Cubs have played a miserable 5+ week stretch. Should Tom Ricketts fire Jed Hoyer and company? Brett Taylor from Bleacher Nation joins me to discuss.

How to fix the 2024 Cubs. Watch: https://youtu.be/T7SpxjA1Mqk

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Are there any prospects in the Cubs minor league system that can save the 2024 season? Greg Huss joins me to discuss.

Which minor leaguers deserve to be in the MLB? Watch my interview with Iowa Cubs broadcaster Alex Cohen:   

 • Cade Horton's Development | Brennen D...  

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Can the 2024 Cubs be fixed? Let's examine some possible moves.

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I got the amazing chance to play corn hole with Nico Hoerner at Wrigley Field, and I wanted to share this experience with you!

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Special thanks to Cubs Charities for making this event happen.

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What did you think Tom Ricketts' letter to Cubs fans?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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 • The Kyle Hendricks Experiment has to ...  

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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:   

 • Everything you want to know about the...  

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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:   

 • Kyle Hendricks Bad Again | Cubs Lose ...  

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Who will the Cubs go after this offseason? Will Jed have an open checkbook? Will we see more prospects in 2025?

These are a few questions to look at going into the 2024-25 offseason.

Historic Cubs Game Breakdowns:   

 • Historic Cubs Game Breakdowns  

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Kyle Hendricks was once again bad. The Cubs lose 9-3. Paul Skenes carved up Cubs hitters.

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Ted Lilly and Shota Imanaga have similarities in their pitching styles. I asked the former Cub what he likes about Shota and the key to his success.

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Cole Wright joins us to discuss the upcoming series for the Cubs against the Braves.

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I asked Matt Cozzi, of the Locked on Cubs podcast, what he would do to the Cubs if he was Jed Hoyer for just 1 day.

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Have the Cubs exceed expectations 5 weeks into the 2024 season? Matt Cozzi of the Locked On Cubs Podcast joins us to discuss.

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After missing the first month of the season, Justin Steele returns to the Cubs and will pitch against the Padres at Wrigley Field.

What does this mean for the Cubs, and how does Craig Counsell use this to fix the bullpen?

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Are the Cubs due for a losing streak? Despite going 4-2 this last week, the Cubs offense fizzled out in the final 2 games, and missing some of their biggest stars is starting to hurt.

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 • Everything you want to know about the...  

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Pete Crow Armstrong collected his first major league hit (spoiler alert: it was a go-ahead home run) to help the Cubs sweep the Astros and improve to 16-9.

Check out this video where we recap the series, and we also talk about the Cody Bellinger injury, the closer role, and we preview the Red Sox series.

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Taylor McGregor (of Marquee Sports) has a 1st row seat to the Cubs players, coaches, and organization. She shares some of the fascinating behind-the-scenes personalities that make up the 2024 Chicago Cubs.

What is Wrong with Adbert Alzolay? Watch:   

 • What's Wrong with Adbert Alzolay? I s...  

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Adbert Alzolay blew 2 saves in one week, and the Cubs lost both games. Will Craig Counsell continue to go with Alzolay? What other options does he have?

We also touch on the Cubs starting rotation and a couple injury updates in this weekly recap.

What is Wrong with Adbert Alzolay? Watch:   

 • What's Wrong with Adbert Alzolay? I s...  

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Content in this Video:

0:00 - Intro

1:14 - Sammy's Return to CHI

6:00 - About the Event

10:06 - Giveaway

Jameoson Taillon returns to the Cubs after an Oblique injury. What can we expect from him in 2024?

We also recap the West Coast trip, preview the Marlins series, and discuss Kyle Hendricks and how he can be part of the bullpen solution.

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The Cubs barely eeked out a 3-3 record this week against the Padres and Mariners. And it was not thanks to the pitching.

Craig Counsell has to figure out how to piece this puzzle together, because it's not working the way it is now.

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The Cubs lost 9-8 after leading the Padres 8-0. This is the largest lead the Cubs have blown since 2002 vs. the White Sox. And it begs the question, why do we torture ourselves as Cubs fans?

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The Cubs had a phenomenal 5-1 home stand with a sweep of the Rockies and a series win against the Dodgers.

Here is the recap, plus a look ahead to the 9-game West-coast road trip.

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What is the best pitch for the Cubs in 2024? Well, they now have a decent number of pitchers throwing the splitter. Why is this pitch so effective, who is throwing it, and how will it help the Cubs in 2024?

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Shota Imanaga had an electric debut at Wrigley Field. Let's break down the pitch selection, conditions, and how that impacted the results.

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After a rough start to the season, the Cubs salvage one game in Arlington, TX. Let's break down the series and the upcoming home-opener.

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After a terrible blow to Justin Steele on Opening Day, where do the Cubs go from here?

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Does Opening Day really matter? Here are 5 stats you will want to know before you watch the Cubs play the Rangers to start the 2024 season.

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Shota Imanaga will make history at Wrigley Field.

Justin Steele is set to be the Opening Day starter after his injury.

And the roster has a few minor adjustments before Opening Day.

This, plus much more, on the March 18-24, 2024 Cubs recap.

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