WATCH: Kyle Tucker reacts to his 8th inning homer against D-backs |
Tony Crumpton
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- 14 hours ago
Kyle Tucker speaks with reporters after the Cubs dramatic 13-11 win at Wrigley Field.
Watch the postgame interview below:
Video summary/cliff-notes:
(00:00) Kyle Tucker reflects on the game's excitement, especially the wild finish, and says he's happy with the win.
(00:12) Describes the pitch he hit for the 8th inning homer — a sinker that was left over the plate — and says he put a good swing on it.
(00:33) Shares how special the home run moment was due to the energy of the crowd and the fans’ consistent support, calling it a “pretty cool moment.”
(01:00) Notes that scoring runs does help confidence, but he always tries to have a solid at-bat regardless of the game situation.
(01:30) Talks about the emotional ups and downs of the game, mentioning how the team stays steady and focused no matter the score.
(02:00) Praises the supportive environment in Chicago, saying the staff, front office, and teammates all contribute to something special this season.
(02:30) Compliments teammate Carson’s performance, both at the plate and with the pitching staff, especially considering his past injuries.
