Cubs vs Braves Preview: Crow-Armstrong’s Record Night & Bullpen Crisis

Chicago Cubs · 2026-09-16 · Beatline Sports Podcast Network

Stephanie: Four hits. Four RBIs. One historic night for Pete Crow-Armstrong. But if you think the Chicago Cubs are just riding a wave of individual brilliance into tonight’s Game Two, you’re missing the tactical nightmare brewing on the mound.

Sean: It’s not just about the bat, Steph. It’s about who is actually left to pitch. We have a roster decimated by injuries, a bullpen that looks like it’s holding together with duct tape and hope, and a Braves team that knows exactly how to exploit that weakness.

Sean: Correct. The Braves rely on situational hitting. Small balls. Moving runners over. If the Cubs’ new pitcher gives up early innings of low-scoring action, the bullpen gets stretched thin. And we all know the bullpen situation is precarious.

Sean: See you tomorrow. Stay tuned.