There was something in the air that night—more than just the buzz of 40,000 fans packed into a stadium under the lights. It was not a postseason game; however, it sure did not look like June baseball either. The Tigers had all the momentum, and the Cubs seemed to be second-guessing every move. By the end, the steadiest voice, the Cubs Manager, cracked from a helpless kind of honesty. What unfolded was not just about a final score—it was a confession.

Before the long-awaited game between the Tigers and Cubs on Saturday, Craig Counsell, typically analytical and reserved, did not wait until the final pitch to acknowledge what the Cubs were up against. Highlighting the previous night’s battle with Tarik Skubal , the manager said, “ He truly challenges hitters… His stuff is overwhelming e

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