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Cubs 3B Alex Bregman's Churchill Downs trip wins team bonding
Alex Bregman's horse wins at Churchill Downs, team bonds during off day
In brief
Alex Bregman's horse wins at Churchill Downs, team bonds during off day Bregman's team trip to Churchill Downs helped Cubs bond and earned him $27,108 from a horse win Originally reported by Chicago Sun-Times.
Team bonding trip
Cubs 3B Alex Bregman organized a team trip to Churchill Downs for bonding during a pressure-packed off day.
Horse wins race
Bregman's horse Act of Parliament won a maiden claiming race by less than a length in front of the whole team.
Horse payout
Act of Parliament earned Bregman $27,108 from a $48,000 purse after winning the race.
Team chemistry
Bregman emphasized team bonding as crucial for building chemistry during the season.
Rookie costume
Ryan Rolison wore a horse costume for a team bonding activity, joking it was a 'rookie dress-up day'.
Manager's plan
Manager Craig Counsell planned the off day trip to help the team bond away from baseball pressure.
Playoff push
The Cubs entered Friday with a magic number of four for a playoff spot, aiming to secure it this weekend.
Postseason hope
The Cubs' clubhouse smelled of beer and champagne after the Dodgers' celebration, hinting at potential playoff momentum.
Team bonding success
Bregman called the team bonding trip a 'core memory' for building team chemistry and camaraderie.
Horse claimed
Act of Parliament was claimed after winning, likely ending his time in Bregman's stable.
Playoff odds
The Cubs had a chance to clinch a playoff spot with a win this weekend, but the horse win was a bonus.
Team morale
Bregman and teammates expressed confidence in the team's ability to bond and succeed in the playoffs.
Horse win details
Act of Parliament won in an 11-horse field, earning Bregman $27,108 from a $48,000 purse.
The headline
Bregman's team trip to Churchill Downs helped Cubs bond and earned him $27,108 from a horse win
