Bregman’s Thumbs Down and the Pressure Game | Chicago Cubs News

Alex Bregman’s big three-run homer for the Cubs sparked debate after his thumbs-down gestures around the bases—just days after a questionable jog on a ground ball. Struggling offensively in June and under the microscope of his hefty contract, Bregman’s performance is under intense scrutiny. Manager Craig Counsell offered perspective, saying motivation comes from both supporters and doubters—and that athletes constantly shift between them. The pressure’s on, and fans are watching closely to see how he responds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f61f08dc7e99f317