Seiya Suzuki's Walk-Off Lift Cubs Over Blue Jays

Seiya Suzuki of the Chicago Cubs has been struggling with inconsistent strike calls, leading to discussions among teammates and management about improving communication with umpires. He ranks second in MLB for pitches outside the zone called strikes, with a 6.5% rate, and has a notable strikeout rate of 27.2%. Meanwhile, the Cubs are currently in a critical stretch of 18 consecutive games against teams with sub-.500 records, aiming to improve their chances for postseason contention. In a recent game, Suzuki delivered a walk-off single to secure a 6-5 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, helping to rebound from a prior three-game losing streak. The win featured contributions from other players, including home runs from Ian Happ, Cody Bellinger, and Miguel Amaya. As the Cubs face lower-ranked teams, they hope Suzuki's performance will further improve despite ongoing strike call challenges.