Joc Pederson has recorded three hits twice in the last three games and his batting average is finally back over .200, so the Cubs are hoping his hot hitting continues in the leadoff spot tonight. Kris Bryant bats second in center, Javy Báez is at short, Anthony Rizzo is at first, and Willson Contreras is catching. Matt Duffy handles third base, Jason Heyward is in right, David Bote is the DH, and Eric Sogard is at second.
It may seem as though Adbert Alzolay has been getting better with each start, but it’s really more a matter of being very consistent.