The Setup Man: Chicago Cubs Podcast

Kyle Stanley

All things Chicago Cubs! Interviews, analysis, stories, and more.
Hosted by me, Kyle Stanley, I interview current and former Cubs players and talk to the experts about the latest news, rumors, and happenings for the Cubs.
I'm a real estate investor in California just following my passion for the Chicago Cubs. Let's go through the pain of being Cubs fan together.

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20 episodes
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Yesterday · 29 min
With Skubal Gone ... What's Next for the Cubs?
We discuss the Cubs series loss vs. the Yankees, Skubal to the Dodgers, updates on the rumors we're hearing for the trade deadline and preview the upcoming Dodgers series. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
Yesterday · 22 min
BREAKING 🚨: CUBS ACQUIRE SP KEVIN GAUSMAN FROM TORONTO!
Alex reacts LIVE on youtube to the breaking news of the Cubs trading for veteran starting pitcher Kevin Gausman. What did the Cubs give up? Are the Cubs done? Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
Thursday · 39 min
Cubs Manhandle Cardinals | Tarik Skubal a TRUE Cubs Contender? And
The Cubs made the Cardinals look foolish on their own turf. Does this make a Tarik Skubal trade that much more realistic? Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=1308... 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
July 26 · 38 min
Pete Crow-Armstrong is Taking Over Baseball | Cubs Take Series in Pittsburgh
Alex and Ty talk about the Cubs series win against Pittsburgh and PCA's takeover of baseball! Then, they take a look at why Jameson Taillon's days with the Cubs could be numbered. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
July 23 · 36 min
Cubs Trade Market Update | Will They Land a STAR Pitcher?
We discuss the brutal series loss vs. the Tigers, who the Cubs may target from teams that are sellers at the trade deadline & preview the upcoming Pittsburgh series. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
July 19 · 46 min
Cubs' Deadline Push Begins! Which Teams Will Make a Deal?
We're back! Alex and Ty recap the series against the Twins, then talk about the 2016 celebration. Next, the guys go into what teams may be trade partners for the Cubs in a murky trade landscape. Finally, the guys preview the upcoming series against Detroit. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
July 13 · 36 min
The Cubs 2nd Half Depends on these 3 Players | Failure is Not an Option
We recap the Cubs first half and how the Cubs were able to get to the spot they are despite major injuries. We also discuss three players that need to perform well for the Cubs to have a successful second half. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
July 10 · 24 min
Cubs Win The Series Against the Orioles...But the Bullpen is Becoming a BIG Problem
Alex dives into the series in Baltimore, Cubs won the series but there are some emerging questions in the bullpen. Then, Alex takes a look at the weekend series against the Reds as the Cubs close out the first half. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
July 5 · 26 min
PCA Becomes an All-Star as Cubs Stumble Against the Cardinals
Alex is solo today to talk about the Cubs losing the holiday weekend series against the Cardinals. Then, he dives into the upcoming series against a weird Orioles team. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
July 1 · 37 min
The RED-HOT Cubs Keep Winning! Should They Be BIG Buyers?
Alex and Ty discuss the Cubs destroying the Padres at Wrigley! Then they discuss wether or not the Cubs should be all-in at this upcoming trade deadline. Finally, they dive into the upcoming weekend series against the Cardinals! Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
June 28 · 27 min
CUBS TAKE HUGE SERIES IN MILWAUKEE
Cubs do what many thought was the unthinkable and win a series in Milwaukee. We also have Alex live from Wrigley North for an on-site report. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
June 26 · 27 min
The Cubs Sweep the Mets, but at a MAJOR Cost
The Cubs sweep the season series from the lowly Mets. But in the process, they lost 2 more starting pitchers. Have you ever seen such a bad luck season from a starting rotation?? Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=1308... 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
June 21 · 29 min
Youth Movement: Cubs NEED Their Young Players to Spark the Sputtering Offense
Happy Father's Day! Cubs got rained out Sunday, but that doesn't mean there weren't takeaways from the last 2 games against Toronto. Alex dives into what could spark the Cubs as the head towards the dog days of summer. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
June 18 · 26 min
Cubs Win Another Series, but Why Are Fans Still Unhappy?
Kyle discusses another series win against the Rockies, but gets to the reality of why this still doesn't feel like progress. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=1308... 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
June 14 · 27 min
Cubs Win Their 1st Series in Over a Month | Turning Things Around?
Cubs win their first series in 38+ days against the Giants in San Fran. We talk about the encouraging signs for the Cubs, an update on the NL Central/WC standings & preview the upcoming series vs. the Rockies. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
June 11 · 33 min
Cubs Salvage Rockies Series... But Has Anything Really Changed?
Alex and Kyle try to analyze where the Cubs season currently sits after a disappointing trip to Colorado. Does the win on Thursday change anything? Who is to blame? Will this finally be the turning point? Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
June 8 · 30 min
Cubs Get Booed Out of Wrigley Field | Is it too Late for Someone to Step Up?
The Cubs lost another series at home, and are now on a 7-20 skid. Is it now too late for this team to bounce back this season? 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
June 5 · 38 min
Have the Cubs Hit Rock Bottom As They Lose Another Series At Home?
PROGRAMMING NOTE: This episode was recorded before the walk-off happened. Alex and Ty react to the Cubs continued struggles and try to figure out if this is just a slump, or if this is actually who this team is...Average. Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
June 4 · 14 min
Cubs SHOCK Everyone with an Unthinkable Comeback‼️
Alex & Ty do an improtu episode as the Cubs have a miraculous comeback!! Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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
June 3 · 28 min
Is it Time to Panic in Wrigleyville?
Alex gives his takes on the current struggles of the Cubs: Is Craig Counsell on the hot seat? Who's to blame? If this continues can they even sell? Support this Show and Your Health! 15% Off Spark (Instructions: after clicking on the link, click on the "Energy" tab to find Spark: https://www.advocare.com/home/?D=130822575 FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/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