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The Cubs lost Game 1 of their three-game series with the Miami Marlins and now face a must-win Game 2 in order to keep their playoff hopes alive. David Kaplan is joined by Gordon Wittenmyer, Maddie Lee, and Tim Stebbins as they discuss the loss, the Cubs’ lack of offense and what's next for Game 2.
(1:22) - Biggest takeaway from Game 1
(7:30) - Stunned that the Cubs bats didn't show up in Game 1?
(11:30) - Who is more important to Game 2, Yu Darvish or "Bryzzo"?
(17:20) - How confident should Cubs fans be in Darvish?
(21:35) - Should the amount of playoff teams go down after this season?
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