Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell perplexed by rainout and irked by ‘terrible rule’
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell expresses frustration over a rainout and a specific league rule.
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Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell has reacted with perplexity and irritation following a rainout. He specifically characterized a particular regulation as a 'bad rule' and a 'terrible rule.' Coverage from ESPN and the Chicago Tribune emphasizes Counsell's negative reaction to the ruling.
Other reports from Yahoo Sports and Amazin' Avenue focus on the broader context of the series between the Cubs and the Mets, including game predictions and lineups. Future developments center on the ongoing series between the Cubs and the Mets, including the matchup between McLean and Assad.
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How did Craig Counsell describe the rule in question?
He described it as a 'bad rule' and a 'terrible rule.'
Which teams are involved in the current series?
The Chicago Cubs and the New York Mets.
Who are the scheduled pitchers for Game 1?
The matchup features McLean versus Assad.
Coverage (8)
- Cubs vs. Mets Doubleheader Lineups: Can Offense Stay Hot? No Bregman or Shaw, More Yahoo Sports · 7h ago
- On The Horizon: Cubs vs. Mets series preview Bleed Cubbie Blue · 7h ago
- Mets vs Cubs Game 1, 6/24/26: McLean vs Assad Amazin' Avenue · 7h ago
- Game Chat: Cubs vs Mets, 1:10 PM Metsmerized Online · 7h ago
- Cubs vs Mets Prediction, MLB Picks & Odds for Today's Game 1 Yahoo Sports · 7h ago
- Mets vs. Cubs: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 6/23/26 Amazin' Avenue · 7h ago
- Cubs' Craig Counsell perplexed by rainout, irked by 'bad rule' ESPN · 7h ago
- Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell perplexed by rainout and irked by ‘terrible rule’ Chicago Tribune · 7h ago broke it first
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