Chicago Cubs Lineup (3/22/25): Starters Return to Action, Taillon Starting

Chicago Cubs LineupThe Cubs have been back in Mesa for a couple days now, so it’s time for the regulars to shake off their jet lag and get back into a routine. Yesterday’s lineup featured backups and prospects, with the notable exception of Nico Hoerner starting at second base. Barring any hiccups, Hoerner should be good to go by the time the season starts up again after getting 20 or so at-bats in minor league games while his teammates experienced Tokyo.

Jameson Taillon was in Japan, though he was not on the active roster in order to accommodate more bullpen depth. He was able to pitch in the Cubs’ exhibition against the Yomiuri Giants, going 4.1 innings on 69 pitches (niiiice) with one run…