Chicago Cubs manager has 3 concerns for his offense amid recent struggles
The Chicago Cubs entered Tuesday’s matchup against the Philadelphia Phillies having scored the league’s second-most runs at 366 on the season. Still, the Cubs’ potent numbers took a hit in the last week as the bats went cold at times during their series against the Washington Nationals and Detroit Tigers.
From Wednesday to Sunday, Chicago was kept scoreless in two games and only scored one run in another outing.
During an appearance on 670 The Score’s “Spiegel & Holmes Show” on Tuesday, Cubs manager Craig Counsell was asked if he had any concerns about his offense following a few tough outings against playoff contenders.
Craig Counsell blames good pitching for offensive woes
He named two starting pitchers.
“Probably Tarik Skubal (Tigers) and Zach Wheeler (Phillies),” Counsell said. “You know, that’s the same thing you notice. And look, when you face these guys, like you can go around the league and pick the best offenses in the history of the game, you’re going to score less runs.
“And you’re going to have to win close games. And fortunately, we’ve been on the wrong side of some close games against both those guys. And that’s just the nature of it, man. You’ve got to just keep going.”
Counsell could have added Nationals starting pitcher Mackenzie Gore, who “gored” Chicago in a 2-0 shutout on Wednesday. Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty gave up just two hits in six innings in the Cubs’ 4-0 loss on Sunday.
The Chicago Cubs have one worry upcoming
Counsell has one more worry coming up. He named Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes as a concern for the lineup before the Cubs’ three-game series against Pittsburgh beginning on Thursday.
“We’re going to face Skenes this weekend, and we’re going to have to play the same game,” Counsell said. “So you’ve just got to get a little bit better and be a little bit tighter with everything. But it’s tough.”
Sep 28, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) pitches against the New York Yankees during the first inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
For More Chicago Sports:
Follow me on Twitter at @JordanSig, and follow us @ChiCitySports23. You can also reach out to Jordan Sigler via email at jordanmsigler@gmail.com. To read more of our articles and keep up to date on the latest in ALL of Chicago sports, click here! Chicago Bears, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Chicago Blackhawks
Source: https://www.chicitysports.com/craig-counsell-3-concerns-bats-chicago-cubs?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=craig-counsell-3-concerns-bats-chicago-cubs
Anyone can join.
Anyone can contribute.
Anyone can become informed about their world.
"United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.
Before It’s News® is a community of individuals who report on what’s going on around them, from all around the world. Anyone can join. Anyone can contribute. Anyone can become informed about their world. "United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.
LION'S MANE PRODUCT
Try Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend 60 Capsules
Mushrooms are having a moment. One fabulous fungus in particular, lion’s mane, may help improve memory, depression and anxiety symptoms. They are also an excellent source of nutrients that show promise as a therapy for dementia, and other neurodegenerative diseases. If you’re living with anxiety or depression, you may be curious about all the therapy options out there — including the natural ones.Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend has been formulated to utilize the potency of Lion’s mane but also include the benefits of four other Highly Beneficial Mushrooms. Synergistically, they work together to Build your health through improving cognitive function and immunity regardless of your age. Our Nootropic not only improves your Cognitive Function and Activates your Immune System, but it benefits growth of Essential Gut Flora, further enhancing your Vitality.
Our Formula includes: Lion’s Mane Mushrooms which Increase Brain Power through nerve growth, lessen anxiety, reduce depression, and improve concentration. Its an excellent adaptogen, promotes sleep and improves immunity. Shiitake Mushrooms which Fight cancer cells and infectious disease, boost the immune system, promotes brain function, and serves as a source of B vitamins. Maitake Mushrooms which regulate blood sugar levels of diabetics, reduce hypertension and boosts the immune system. Reishi Mushrooms which Fight inflammation, liver disease, fatigue, tumor growth and cancer. They Improve skin disorders and soothes digestive problems, stomach ulcers and leaky gut syndrome. Chaga Mushrooms which have anti-aging effects, boost immune function, improve stamina and athletic performance, even act as a natural aphrodisiac, fighting diabetes and improving liver function. Try Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend 60 Capsules Today. Be 100% Satisfied or Receive a Full Money Back Guarantee. Order Yours Today by Following This Link.
| Visits: | 1,701,850,434 |
| Stories: | 8,433,178 |
Whistler Blowers, Insiders
