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Cubs Coach Quintin Berry Thrives Under Pressure in Playoff Showdown

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MILWAUKEE – Cubs third base coach Quintin Berry took his familiar position in the coach’s box at American Family Field as his team faced a pivotal moment in the playoffs. This was Game 5 of the National League Division Series, a win-or-go-home scenario that had Berry feeling excited.

“It’s a crazy feeling,” Berry said before the game. “All year, chasing them, knowing that this could be a possibility that we play these guys in this series, and just get an opportunity to come back here and play after how the series started … I’m ecstatic.”

The series has garnered attention for the long-standing relationship between Cubs manager Craig Counsell and Brewers manager Pat Murphy, who have known each other for decades. However, Berry’s perspective is unique; he played for both teams and has a history with both coaches.

“Q is special,” Murphy said. “That’s why Couns went and got him. He’s really convicted and he’s really passionate about that area of the game. And he has a way with people. He impacts people.”

Berry is focused on improving baserunning, a priority for the Cubs. Counsell has praised Berry’s contributions to the team’s approach. “We have a team that’s really interested in being good at baserunning,” Counsell said in spring training. “Quintin has fun with that.”

Throughout the season, Berry emphasized the importance of teamwork and selflessness on the field. “Getting guys to understand the importance of being selfless and playing for each other is crucial,” Berry noted. “Even when things aren’t going well at the plate, guys are putting each other first.”

As the Cubs continued through the playoffs, Berry urged his team to keep that momentum going. “You look at our lineup, [and] what our pitching staff has been able to do, I think we have a chance to beat anybody in baseball,” Berry said. “So when you have that, there is no, ‘It’s over.’ It’s always, ‘Just keep showing up tomorrow and keep playing your game and you’ve got a chance to win.”

As the series progressed, Berry’s confidence never wavered. He recalled a conversation with his former colleagues on the Brewers’ coaching staff after the Cubs lost the first two games: “Don’t let us win game three,” Berry said. “You let us win game three, you’re going to be in trouble.”

Berry’s insights and on-field strategies set the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the playoff series.