Cubs manager Craig Counsell criticizes the ‘unreasonable’ replay review
Cubs Manager Expresses Frustration Over Stolen Base Review Craig Counsell didn’t hold back his frustration regarding Major League Baseball’s decision not to review the incident involving Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson, who seemingly blocked Cubs infielder Nico Horner at second base during a key moment in their 3-2 loss on Thursday in Baltimore. During the 9th […]
Dodgers respond to Cubs manager Craig Counsell regarding remarks on ‘strange’ Shohei Ohtani rule
One notable development at the start of the 2026 Major League Baseball season has been complaints from opposing managers regarding Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani. You might recall that Ohtani began his career with the Los Angeles Angels in 2018, where he showcased his unique skills as a two-way player—both pitching and hitting. To […]
Cubs manager Craig Counsell calls the Shohei Ohtani Rule ‘a poor rule’
Cubs Manager Questions Ohtani Rule Cubs manager Craig Counsell emphasized on Friday that his earlier remarks regarding the “Shohei Ohtani Rule” weren’t beneficial for either the team or the players. He stated, “Look, this is not a Dodger issue, this is not an Ohtani issue. That’s a bad rule.” When asked about problematic rules, he […]
Taylor Swift candle sparked Cubs’ hot streak: Craig Counsell
Cubs fans are praising Taylor Swift's influence. Before the Cubs won their second straight game and fourth in five against the Pirates on Tuesday, manager Craig Counsell said the tradition of lighting a “Taylor Swift candle” before games was the reason for the team's recent victory marches. “We were gifted a Taylor Swift candle, so […]
Cubs’ Craig Counsell Gets Incredibly Irritated With ESPN Reporter After He Has ‘Bad Take’
Oh my god, I’m nervous… Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell wasn’t thrilled when an ESPN reporter gave a “bad review” of the performance of one of his players. Counsell played third base for Chicago. Christopher Morrell Following ESPN’s Jesse Rogers’ comment that he was “swinging for the lake,” Rogers was referring to Morrell striking out […]
Craig Counsell gets into testy argument with Cubs reporter
Cubs manager Craig Counsell was not pleased with ESPN reporter Jesse Rogers’ description of Christopher Morrell’s at-bat on Sunday. The third baseman struck out in the seventh inning with the tying runner in scoring position and the Cubs down by one, but the Cubs went on to beat the Diamondbacks 2-1 in the 10th inning. […]