The National League Central-leading Chicago Cubs are 4-1 against the leaders of the NL West this year, including a thrilling extra-inning win last night.
Urias last faced the Chicago Cubs on June 2, the second start of his career. Since the Cubs piled on the runs that game, Urias has improved. He has 3.10 ERA and with 55 Ks in the 49 1/3 innings since he pitched at Wrigley Field. Urias featured a fantastic slider in his last outing in Cincinnati, striking out six and not allowing a run in six innings.
Manager Joe Maddon sets right-handed heavy line-up to face Urias, with Anthony Rizzo being the only true left-handed batter.