Clark and Addison:Born Into the Ivy Carter Hawkins SMH

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David Butler criticizes Carter Hawkins for ignoring Cubs fans during a rough losing week.

This episode of Clark and Addison: Born Into The Ivy analyzes a difficult week for the Chicago Cubs and critiques the team's front office. Host David Butler expresses frustration over the team's recent performance and the perceived disconnect from fans. He specifically focuses his criticism on Cubs General Manager Carter Hawkins. The Cubs posted a two-and-four record during the discussed week, struggling notably in a series against the Cincinnati Reds. Butler notes the offense failed to generate momentum in the first two games of that Reds series. He mentions a specific expectation to win a series started by Reds pitcher Andrew Abbott, which did not materialize. The host points out the Cubs also struggled offensively in a prior series against the Milwaukee Brewers and against the Baltimore Orioles. Butler cites how the Cubs made Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Zach Littell, who hadn't struck out more than six since March 29th, look dominant. The team was gifted an opportunity in a game where Rays starter Taj Bradley left with a blister, facing reliever Nick Martinez. Despite this, the Cubs managed only two runs off Martinez and just three hits over the final five innings of that game. A central insight is Butler's argument that front office executive Carter Hawkins lacks sufficient awareness of the fanbase's perspective. The host clarifies he is not advocating for the front office to blindly follow fan demands, but rather to be more cognizant of them. The analysis suggests the Cubs' offensive struggles are a recurring issue, appearing even in games they ultimately win. Butler finds it ironic that the team failed against Andrew Abbott despite initially liking their chances in that matchup. The tone is conversational and opinionated, blending fan frustration with analytical game recaps. The style is direct critique from a dedicated fan's perspective, focusing on recent team performance and front office dynamics. Die-hard Chicago Cubs fans seeking a critical fan's perspective on the team's struggles would appreciate this episode. Listeners looking for neutral, statistics-heavy analysis or interviews with players might find it less engaging.

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