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View at The AthleticWhy did the Cubs pitch to Machado with a base open? Craig Counsell explains the controversial decision
The AthleticAn unexpected decision by the Cubs manager in the fifth inning of Game 2 gave the Padres a lead they did not relinquish.
Published: Oct 1, 2025, 8:17 pm Added: Oct 1, 2025, 8:37 pm