Pick 6: Do we believe in the Cubs?

In this episode of the Mully & Haugh Show, the hosts dive into the Cubs' recent series against the Phillies, expressing cautious optimism about their performance and lineup depth. They highlight Shota Imanaga's dominant outing, including a record-setting number of swing-and-misses, and praise the team's resilience after early setbacks. Despite concerns over pitching injuries—especially the loss of Porter Hodge to UCL surgery—the hosts emphasize the long-term nature of the season and the importance of not overreacting to early results. They also discuss the broader trend of pitching injuries across MLB, questioning whether the current velocity-driven culture and year-round development programs are contributing to the epidemic. On the White Sox front, the hosts analyze Sam Antonacci's promising debut and the team's heavy reliance on prospects, noting their lack of power and depth. Mooney Murakami’s extreme strikeout-walk-homer profile is examined, with the consensus that while his numbers are extreme, his plate discipline and potential for power make him a valuable asset. The episode closes with a mix of hope, realism, and skepticism about both teams’ short-term trajectories and long-term sustainability.