Matt Eberflus: The Chicago Cubs' ''Lucky Charm"
Chicago Bears' head coach Matt Eberflus seems to have a magical touch at Wrigley Field, with the Cubs experiencing remarkable wins each time he's in attendance. Since his hiring, every game he's watched from the stands has ended in a Cubs victory, with the team outscoring their rivals 42-3, including two shutouts.
Matt Eberflus: The Cubs' Good Luck CharmOn a memorable day, April 23, 2022, the Cubs obliterated the Pittsburgh Pirates 21-0. Newly appointed Bears coach Eberflus had the honor of throwing the first pitch, setting the stage for the Cubs' dominant performance.
Continuing the winning streak, on April 21, 2023, when Eberflus attended a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Cubs showcased their power with four home runs from Cody Bellinger, Trey Mancini, Patrick Wisdom, and Nico Hoerner, contributing to a 13-0 trouncing of the Dodgers. Starting pitcher Drew Smyly nearly completed a no-hitter, carrying it into the eighth inning.
The trend persisted into the next year. On April 19, 2024, during a game against the Miami Marlins, Chicago Bears enthusiasts at Wrigley Field chanted in anticipation of the football season, rallying behind the presence of Coach Eberflus. The Cubs secured another victory, 8-3, highlighted by robust hitting and stellar pitching.
The sequence of these remarkable victories whenever Coach Eberflus graces Wrigley Field has solidified his status as a talisman for the Cubs, always bringing an aura of good fortune with him.
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