Jose Quintana got the very first 2 innings, looking very Jose Quintana-like: the curveball was strong, the changeup was irregular, and the fastball got squared up when he supported in the count. It was a great two innings, however not anything that really got you think much about a postseason role one way or the other.
Well, the Cubs clinched a postseason spot before they got walked off in the 9th, so a minimum of theres that.
On the contrary, the 4 Adbert Alzolay innings that followed. Wow. He was showcasing a slurvy curveball with obscene lateral motion, and he was getting whiff after whiff after whiff. Yes, the Pirates are a dreadful offensive club, however Alzolay looked really much like a guy you d want in your postseason bullpen. Hes constantly had the stuff, however hes never gotten a genuine appearance in a multi-inning relief function. Im not stating you close the door on him as a possible starter next year, however guy, if this is how he looks in relief today, then USE him!
However the offense was once again nearly totally missing, save for one Anthony Rizzo swing. What, you expected MORE runs after the Cubs just GAVE you 5 last night? Begin, you greedy goose.
Unfortunately, brand-new Cubs lefty Andrew Chafin couldnt hold down the 9th, giving up a two-out walk-off homer to some goober to end it:
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He was showcasing a slurvy curveball with profane lateral movement, and he was getting whiff after whiff after whiff. Hes constantly had the stuff, however hes never gotten a real appearance in a multi-inning relief role. Guy just got his hands in really well.
Not really a horrible pitch. Guy just got his hands in truly well. Pointer your cap.
