The Cubs dropped the first game in the series because the bullpen, which has been very good for several weeks now, gave up seven earned runs. Matthew Boyd had another strong start, but had to leave the game after suffering a bruised shoulder while snagging a 105 mph comebacker. Assuming Shota Imanaga bounced back well from his Triple-A rehab start Friday night, the Cubs can stretch the rotation a little to give Boyd a little more time to recover.
One pitcher who may not be given any more time is Génesis Cabrera, who has given up runs in five of his last six appearances after three scoreless outings to begin his Cubs tenure.