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Maddon concerned that Cubs are 'playing tight'

CHICAGO -- Joe Maddon on Friday pushed back on any notion the Cubs are playing uninspired baseball, but the manager admitted they might be playing tight.

The Cubs are beginning a 10-game homestand while tied for the second wild card position in the National League and coming off yet another losing road trip (3-5), as their record dropped to 31-44 away from Wrigley Field on the season.

"I can see why that would be said, but I don't think it's true," Maddon said Friday morning. "I want us to loosen up and play baseball.

"My biggest concern is that I think we're playing tight.