In November 2023, the Chicago Cubs hired Craig Counsell as manager. Fast forward to 2025, the Cubs and Brewers are duking it out for the NLDS. #Brewers fans welcome Craig Counsell ahead of Game 1 of the NLDS pic.twitter.com/cAGja6dkPZ — Lily Zhao (@LilySZhao) October 4, 2025 Expand TweetAll season long, the Cubs and Brewers were in a tight battle over the NL Central crown. So far, Counsell has accumulated a record of 175-149 as manager in Chicago. Article Continues BelowCraig Counsell's tenure with the BrewersAs a player, Counsell made his debut with the Brewers in 1995.