About this episode

The episode discusses the Chicago Cubs' latest loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, focusing on the bullpen's performance and managerial decisions.

The Chicago Cubs suffered another frustrating loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, and once again, the bullpen became the biggest story. After Matthew Boyd delivered a strong outing, Craig Counsell’s decision to send Boyd back out for the 8th inning deserves some serious scrutiny. Was it the right call to push Boyd deeper into the game, or did the Cubs manager put his team in a position to give the Brewers a chance to take control? Once again, Chicago’s bullpen couldn’t hold the line, and these late-game collapses are becoming increasingly concerning as the Cubs fight for their postseason position. With the NL Wild Card standings becoming more important by the day, every game carries enormous weight. The Cubs simply cannot afford to keep giving away winnable games, especially with October baseball getting closer. We’ll break down the loss, Counsell’s decision with Boyd, the bullpen’s latest meltdown, and where the Cubs currently stand in the crowded NL Wild Card race. 312 SPORTS PRO SHOP: https://bit.ly/4e7bqyv The Best Replacement Windows And Doors At The Best Price. Chicagowindowguys.com Give Larine a try. Right now, Larineco is offering our listeners up to 50% off at…

People in this episode

Host: 312 Sports

Topics covered

• Cubs bullpen
• MLB
• postseason race
• game analysis
• manager decisions

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Organizations: Chicago Cubs, Milwaukee Brewers, Craig Counsell

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