Postgame Breakdown: Cubs react to homers allowed, Cade Horton's debut

Tony Crumpton - Senior Editor - 11 hours ago

Hear from Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell and starting pitcher Jameson Taillon after a 7-2 loss to the New York Mets at Citi Field.

Watch the postgame interviews below:

Video summary/cliff notes:

(00:00) Craig Counsell says Jameson Taillon struggled because left-handed hitters capitalized on pitches over the heart of the plate, resulting in home runs.

(00:26) Counsell praises opposing pitcher Holmes for his effective use of a splitter and ability to keep the ball on the ground, making it hard for hitters to elevate.

(00:52) Carson is reported to be fine after the game; he could’ve batted again but was rested with the game situation in mind.

(01:00) Keller will start the next game, but it will essentially be a bullpen game with Kade activated.

(01:21) Counsell is pleased with Presley's performance in his return outing, aiming to get him back on track.

(01:40) Taillon reflects on giving up four solo homers to lefties, all on fastballs, suggesting a need to revisit pitch selection and execution.

(02:03) He emphasizes that better pitch selection (e.g., using more curveballs) might have provided more margin for error, especially given the opposing hitters’ approach.

(02:22) Taillon discusses needing to better use fastball location to counter hitter aggression, potentially working off the plate more.

(02:43) He praises Cade as a person and pitcher, noting his strong work ethic and quality pitch arsenal ahead of his debut.