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Cubs Manager Shares Surprise Moment with Son Before Game
Craig Counsell's son Brady makes special appearance at spring training
Published on Mar. 6, 2026
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Spring training often brings unexpected moments beyond the game itself. Before the Chicago Cubs faced the Arizona Diamondbacks, Cubs manager Craig Counsell was surprised when his son Brady showed up at Sloan Park to watch the game.
Why it matters
These types of heartwarming father-son interactions are rare in the high-pressure world of professional sports, making the moment all the more special for Counsell and his family.
The details
Counsell said he knew his son was coming the night before, but the surprise appearance on the field before the game was a touching moment for the longtime MLB manager. The two shared a hug and some quality time together before Counsell had to turn his focus to managing his team in the Cactus League matchup.
- The surprise appearance happened before the Cubs vs. Diamondbacks game on March 6, 2026.
The players
Craig Counsell
The current manager of the Chicago Cubs baseball team.
Brady Counsell
The son of Cubs manager Craig Counsell, who made a surprise appearance to watch his father's team before the game.
What they’re saying
“He knew last night,”
— Craig Counsell, Cubs Manager
The takeaway
These types of unscripted, heartwarming moments between fathers and sons are a reminder of the human side of professional sports, providing a welcome respite from the usual focus on wins, losses, and statistics.
