Pat on the Cubs radio broadcast has a very unique way of pronouncing Willson Contreras' name but as my dad used to say, I don't care what you call me, just don't call me late to diner.
House duties called today so I couldn't watch or listen to the game. Based on Cubs Insider's recap though it was a real pitcher's duel.
https://www.cubsinsider.com/2019/05/11/chicago-cubs-score-and-recap-5-11-19-cubs-2-brewers-1-f-15-willson-contreras-walks-off-marathon-game/
Hamels only let one run score. Chatwood pitched great in relief. Almora and Bryant got some hits but overall it comes down to the Cubs MVP Con-trer-as!
This guy was on fire during Spring Training and is keeping up the tempo during the regular season. There are burnout concerns as his production fell off mightily in the second half of 2018 and the team needs great performances in October, not now. That being said, I think Maddon has been swapping him with Caratini (before he got hurt) and Davis pretty well so far.
What I wouldn't mind seeing is Amaya start to get some big league reps. Of course that would mean rejiggering the 40 man which the Cubs aren't going to do so this remains a 2020 dream at the earliest. In any event Contreras (however you pronounce his name) is the best catcher in the league and will be a certain All-Star if this keeps up!
Cubs Games Watched: 7.5
Cubs Games Listened To: 21
Cubs Games Read About: 8.5
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