WATCH: Carson Kelly on joining the Cubs, praises Matthew Boyd for impressive outing |
Tony Crumpton
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- Sunday, April 06 2025
Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly met with the media after a 7-1 win over the San Diego Padres about starting pitcher Matthew Boyd's outing and hitting a home run at Wrigley Field.
Watch the postgame interview below:
Video summary/cliff-notes:
00:00) Carson Kelly praises Matthew Boyd for his impressive outing, mentioning his ability to throw a variety of pitches in any count.
Kelly highlights Boyd's skill in keeping hitters off balance, which helped him have a successful performance.
(00:31) Kelly shares his excitement about contributing to the team, mentioning a key RBI and a well-executed swing on a pitch.
Kelly reflects on hitting a home run in Chicago, reminiscing about a near home run with the Cardinals in a similar spot.
(01:02) Kelly talks about his decision to join the Cubs, stating it was a good fit and something he always wanted to do.
He expresses gratitude for the opportunity to be with the Cubs.
Kelly emphasizes that it’s early in the season, and he's focused on contributing to the team throughout the long season.
When asked about setting high expectations for himself, Kelly notes that it's important to take things one day at a time and focus on winning each day.
