Summary
The Chicago Cubs won their NL Wild Card series against the San Diego Padres 2-1. Cubs President of Baseball Operations, Jed Hoyer, highlighted the team's strong defense and bullpen as key factors in their victory. The Cubs will face the Milwaukee Brewers next in the playoffs.
Key Facts
- The Chicago Cubs won their series against the San Diego Padres 2-1 in the NL Wild Card round.
- Cubs President Jed Hoyer credited the team's defense as the most valuable part of the series.
- Key defensive plays by players like Dansby, Pete, Matt Shaw, and Nico were mentioned.
- The Cubs' bullpen allowed only three runs over 17 2/3 innings, with an ERA of 1.53.
- The Cubs limited the Padres to five runs and 18 hits over three games.
- The Cubs will now compete against the Milwaukee Brewers in a best-of-five series.
- Both the Cubs and Brewers are known for strong defense and effective bullpens.
