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Closer Adbert Alzolay sat by himself in the dugout following the conclusion of Saturday’s 3-2 loss to the Marlins in Game 1 of a doubleheader.
Alzolay had his fourth blown save of the season after allowing a go-ahead, two-run home run to Marlins outfielder Bryan De La Cruz in the ninth inning. The Cubs officially have a closer problem.
Alzolay has had a rocky start to the season. In his 10 innings, the right-hander has allowed 10 hits, five earned runs and four home runs allowed.
.Manager Craig Counsell said the team needs Alzolay despite the poor start to his season.