WATCH: Craig Counsell enjoys the "power" from Seiya Suzuki

Tony Crumpton - Senior Editor - 19 hours ago

Craig Counsell spoke to the media following the Cubs' 10-2 win over the Athletics talking about Seiya Suzuki's approach at the plate, how excited he is ready to play at Wrigley Field and much more.

“He has the power to hit home runs everywhere and that’s what’s fun to see,” Counsell said. “I think it’s kinda raw power, Seiya’s probably number one on the team. Just getting the ball in the air wherever is a good thing for Seiya.”

Watch the postgame interview below:

Video summary/cliff-notes:

(00:00) Craig Counsell emphasizes the importance of Seiya Suzuki’s aggressiveness at the plate, particularly in the middle of the lineup.

(00:29) Suzuki’s increased aggressiveness is yielding positive results, boosting his confidence and benefiting the team.

(01:02) Suzuki possesses raw power, making him one of the team’s top power hitters; his ability to hit home runs across the field is valuable.

(01:33) The Cubs’ successful road trip has contributed to overall offensive confidence, with multiple players contributing positively.

(02:09) Counsell praises the team’s offensive performance against strong pitchers like Jeffrey Springs and Luis Severino, noting their success against top-tier opponents.

(02:09) Jameson Taillon recorded 18 swings and misses, a strong indicator of his effectiveness on the mound.

(02:43) Looking ahead, Counsell and the team are excited to return to Wrigley Field and play in front of their home fans.