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MILWAUKEE — Cubs manager Craig Counsell wasn’t in the mood for questioning.
Not only did his team get blown out 9-3 in Game 1 of the National League Division Series on Saturday against the Brewers, but his decision to start left-hander Matthew Boyd backfired. Counsell grew animated when asked about the decision to start Boyd on short rest.
“We picked Matt Boyd to pitch,” Counsell said. “I don’t know what to say. He pitched; it didn’t go well. We’ve got to make decisions.
“I was very comfortable with putting Matt Boyd on the mound today.