Brett and Michael are back for the thirty-second episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The Cubs knocked off the Padres in the Wild Card round to clinch their first postseason series win since 2017. The guys break down how the matchup played out, why both teams had to lean so hard on their pitching depth, and whether they're worried about Brad Keller at the end of games. Then, it’s on to the NLDS preview as the Cubs get set for a heated series with the Brewers.
Brett and Michael are back for the thirty-second episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast (Presented by Ankin Law)! The Cubs are moving on after taking down the Padres in the Wild Card round—their first playoff series victory in seven years—and the guys are amped.
They reflect on the Padres series, noting how close it really was and how both teams leaned heavily on their bullpens and matchup management. Aggressive moves from both dugouts were amplified in the short three-game format, with San Diego’s bullpen, in particular, standing out.
The guys also ask the big question: are we trusting Brad Keller in the ninth inning? before turning the page to preview the upcoming NLDS showdown with the Brewers, which kicks off in Milwaukee this weekend.
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