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Brad Keller to Open for Cade Horton’s Debut

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Cade Horton has been called up and is set to make his MLB debut Saturday in New York, but it won’t be a conventional start for the right-hander. Craig Counsell announced on Friday that the Cubs would have Brad Keller start the game as the opener, and that Horton would be available out of the bullpen

Craig Counsell on tomorrow’s starting pitcher: “(Brad) Keller’s gonna be the starter. Cade will be active, but we’re essentially running a bullpen game.” pic.twitter.com/RE7BMKLGPk

— Marquee Sports Network (@WatchMarquee) May 10, 2025

It’s a risky move, and one that has caused conflict among fans.