WATCH: Postgame reactions with Counsell, Hoerner, Rea, Pressly

Tony Crumpton - Senior Editor - 16 hours ago

Hear from Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell, starting pitcher Colin Rea, second baseman Nico Hoerner and relief pitcher Ryan Pressly after a 14-5 extra-innings loss to the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field.

Watch the postgame interviews below:

Video summary/cliff notes:

(00:00–01:00) Manager Craig Counsell says the game was competitive despite the final score. The 11th inning was rough, but the team showed resilience, especially in the 9th.

(01:00–01:54) Counsell discusses pitching struggles, noting inability to finish hitters and a snowball effect during the bad inning. He also touches on strategic decisions, including considering a bunt.

(02:12–02:44) Despite hard-hit balls early in the game, many resulted in outs. Counsell defends Ryan Pressly, stating he’s allowed just one run in his last 10 outings, though finishing hitters remains a challenge.

(03:07–03:38) Colin Rea reflects on his performance, noting good execution early but admitted to missing spots and crediting opposing hitters for good at-bats.

(04:20–04:51) Nico Hoerner talks about the 11th inning and supports Pressly, emphasizing the team’s belief in him despite the poor outing.

(05:20–06:09) Hoerner describes the comeback effort and the strong at-bats, particularly in the 9th inning and extra innings, though they couldn’t capitalize.

(06:32–07:04) He praises the resiliency of the team and expresses confidence in Pressly bouncing back and in the team’s ability to respond after tough losses.

(07:04–08:00) Ryan Pressly takes full accountability, saying he felt physically fine but didn’t perform. He notes lack of recent use due to game situations and vows to stay sharper.