"When you load the bases in the 10th inning with nobody out, needing only a run to win, you're winning that game 9 times out of 10. It SHOULD be the default expectation."
"I had absolutely zero of that negative feeling yesterday. Even as Michael Busch struck out, I still felt really confident the Cubs were going to walk that thing off one way or another."
"Huge credit goes to the rest of the offense for making Swanson's moment possible, and to the pitching staff - Riley Martin and Javier Assad in particular - for keeping the game tied long enough to afford Swanson the opportunity to win it."
"IMAGINE BEING SOMEONE THAT EVER HATED ON DANSBY SWANSON. DINGER CITY SWEEP (4 Ws) 9 IN A ROW I WANT 10."
The Cubs loaded the bases in the 10th inning, creating a high expectation for victory. Despite past frustrations, confidence remained high during the game. Dansby Swanson achieved his first walk-off hit as a Cub, contributing to the team's success. The offense and pitching staff played crucial roles in maintaining the tie and setting up the win. The Cubs celebrated a sweep and continued their strong performance during the homestand, reflecting a positive shift in momentum.
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