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Entering their three-game series Friday, the Cubs were aware they had to limit the Reds’ effectiveness on the bases.
Speed plays into the Reds’ offensive strategy. They entered play Friday with the second-most stolen bases in the majors (85), and the Cubs knew limiting their attempts would take a team effort from their pitchers and catchers.
‘‘We all bear responsibility and a part in it,’’ manager Craig Counsell said before the game. ‘‘Catchers, pitchers, coaches — we all have a part in that. There’s also, like . . . you’re not going to win on some guys.