BREAKING NEWS: Craig Counsell on Colin Rea’s success, returning to Milwaukee…
BREAKING NEWS: Craig Counsell on Colin Rea’s Success, Return to Milwaukee
In a heartfelt postgame interview, Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell reflected on Colin Rea’s remarkable rise and his own emotional return to Milwaukee. Rea, who’s having a breakout season on the mound, played under Counsell during his time managing the Brewers. “Colin’s growth is a testament to perseverance,” Counsell said. “He’s trusted his stuff, stayed healthy, and now he’s pitching with incredible confidence.”
Counsell, who spent nearly a decade managing the Brewers before joining the Cubs, was met with mixed reactions in his first game back in Milwaukee. Despite the tension, he remained focused. “This city means a lot to me,” he noted. “I understand the emotions, but I’ll always be grateful for my time here.”
As Rea dominated on the mound, Counsell couldn’t help but acknowledge the full-circle moment. “Seeing Colin thrive here, against a team he knows well, it’s special,” he added.
Rea’s strong performance and Counsell’s composed return highlight a night filled with storylines. “We’re chasing wins now,” Counsell said. “But the respect I have for this place—that never changes.”
Rea finished the night with seven shutout innings, continuing a season that’s turning heads across the league.
