Matthew Boyd's Short-Rest Start in NLDS Game 1 Questioned After Early Exit

Chicago Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd's start in Game 1 of the NLDS against the Brewers drew attention after he lasted just eight batters. Despite the left-hander pitching on only three days' rest, Cubs manager Craig Counsell expressed being "very comfortable" with the decision. Boyd's brief outing contributed to the Cubs' 9-3 loss on Saturday. The early exit and the short rest period raise questions about the strategy, though Counsell publicly supported the choice.