In this episode of Chicago Cubs Central, Mike breaks down the Chicago Cubs' bizarre and frustrating loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Despite conquering top pitching prospect Paul Skenes and getting him out of the game early, the Cubs failed to capitalize on scoring opportunities and couldn't push a single run across against the Pirates' bullpen.
Mike dives deep into the key moments, missed chances, and what this unacceptable loss means for the Cubs moving forward. Are lineup decisions or approach at the plate to blame? What changes need to happen for the Cubs to bounce back?
🧢 Topics Covered:
How the Cubs knocked out Paul Skenes early
Why the offense went cold against the Pirates' bullpen
Key takeaways from another frustrating NL Central loss
What’s next for the Chicago Cubs
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