About this episode

The episode discusses the Chicago Cubs' performance in early June as they lead the NL Central, focusing on their offense and defense amidst a tough road trip.

It's early June and the Chicago Cubs sit atop the NL Central. Cubs are currently grinding through a tough road trip and are holding their own. Struggled to get much happening against top pitchers Mackenzie Gore, Tarik Skubal and Zack Wheeler. All the talk of the Cubs offense is well-deserved, but the defense has been impressive, too. Lineup suggestions for Craig Counsell (the Spring of Carson Kelly is over). A preview of the rest of the Phillies series, plus news and notes from around Major League Baseball. Share your thoughts, on X: @bricksbleachers . Follow on Facebook: Bricks And Bleachers Podcast And be sure to subscribe, if you're not already. Spotify, Apple, iHeartRadio and more. All things Chicago Cubs in under 10 minutes.

People in this episode

Host: Bricks and Bleachers Podcast

Topics covered

• Chicago Cubs
• baseball
• NL Central
• defense
• offense
• Major League Baseball
• Phillies series

Keywords

• Chicago Cubs
• NL Central
• baseball news
• Craig Counsell
• Mackenzie Gore
• Tarik Skubal
• Zack Wheeler
• Phillies series

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Chicago Cubs

Places: NL Central

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