WATCH: Craig Counsell on bullpen collapse against D-backs |
Tony Crumpton
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- Monday, March 31 2025
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell speaks to the media after a 10-6 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks about what happened in the eighth inning as the bullpen gave up eight runs, an update on Julian Merryweather and more.
Watch the postgame interview below: Video summary/cliff-notes: (00:00) Craig Counsell acknowledged that the Cubs pitched well for five innings but struggled in the last three, particularly in the eighth inning. (00:34) He emphasized that the bullpen needs to perform better but remains confident in the group improving as the season progresses. (00:50) Julian Merryweather was unavailable due to fatigue from pitching in consecutive games. (01:14) Counsell highlighted Seiya Suzuki’s home run as a positive moment, hoping it helps him build momentum. (01:40) He praised Matthew Boyd for effectively keeping hitters off balance with his pitch mix and control. (02:02) Counsell credited Boyd’s use of three main pitches to disrupt the opposing hitters' timing, calling it a well-executed performance.
