WATCH: Counsell, PCA and Co. reflect on statement win over Dodgers |
Tony Crumpton
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- 4 hours ago
Hear from Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell, starting pitcher Matthew Boyd, center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and relief pitcher Porter Hodge after a 7-6 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers Wednesday night at Wrigley Field.
Watch the postgame interviews below: Video summary/cliff-notes: (00:00) Craig Counsell praised Pete Crow-Armstrong for his all-around performance—offense, defense, base running—saying it's the type of impact special players have across every part of the game. (01:28) Counsell discussed Matthew Boyd’s sixth inning versus Shohei Ohtani as a pivotal moment, emphasizing trust in the veteran to handle high-stakes situations effectively. (02:41) On winning the season series against tough teams like the Dodgers, Counsell noted it’s something the Cubs failed to do last year and it could matter later, even though it's still early in the season. (03:29) Injury updates: Ryan Pressly had his knee drained and Seiya Suzuki reaggravated a wrist injury—he’s now day-to-day with headfirst slides banned for him. (04:40) Counsell praised the bullpen trio of Valencia, Merryweather, and Hodge, noting their ability to stay in the strike zone and compete against a deep Dodgers lineup. (06:01) Matthew Boyd credited the defense and catcher Carson Kelly for supporting him despite not having his sharpest outing, highlighting team effort and trust. (07:07) Boyd emphasized how pitching in front of elite defenders like Dansby Swanson, Nico Hoerner, and PCA boosts confidence and encourages an aggressive approach. (08:12) Boyd said PCA is the best center fielder he’s played with and it’s no surprise he’s producing offensively, too. (12:13) PCA said he finds fulfillment in impacting the game in multiple ways, especially against a high-caliber team like the Dodgers, and values the team’s cohesion. (16:55) PCA described his deepening relationship with Cubs fans, noting the energy at Wrigley and how special it feels to be embraced by the crowd, especially during strong stretches of play.
