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Cubs reveal Game 2 starting lineup vs. Padres (and all eyes are on Shota Imanaga)

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Fresh off their Game 1 victory over the San Diego Padres, the Chicago Cubs have revealed their starting lineup for Game 2 on Wednesday afternoon. The lineup reads exactly how it did on Tuesday, with the exception being that Andrew Kittredge is getting the start in what could be the decisive matchup of the series.

Cubs set Game 2 lineup with all eyes locked on Shota Imanaga

Kittredge getting the nod on Tuesday marks the first time in the Cubs' history that they are using an opener. That said, it's not a new process for Craig Counsell, who mastered the strategy during his time with the Milwaukee Brewers.