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Craig Counsell reveals how Taylor Swift candle contributed to Cubs’ hot streak

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Craig Counsell reveals how Taylor Swift candle contributed to Cubs’ hot streak

Cubs fans are celebrating the impact of Taylor Swift. Before a second straight victory against the Pirates on Tuesday that marked a fourth win in five games, Cubs manager Craig Counsell said a pregame tradition with “a Taylor Swift candle” is the reason for the team’s recent victory lap. “I was gifted a Taylor Swift … Read more

Craig Counsell gets into testy argument with Cubs reporter: ‘Bad take’

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Craig Counsell gets into testy argument with Cubs reporter: ‘Bad take’

Cubs manager Craig Counsell wasn’t thrilled with ESPN reporter Jesse Rogers’ characterization of a Christopher Morel at-bat Sunday. The third baseman struck out in the seventh inning with the tying run in scoring position and the Cubs trailing by one run before they later rallied for a 2-1 win over the Diamondbacks in 10 innings. … Read more