The biggest question mark with regard to the Chicago Cubs' playoff roster for their NLDS series against the Milwaukee Brewers was the status of rookie starting pitcher Cade Horton. After missing the Wild Card series against the San Diego Padres, there was hope that Horton would be available against the Brewers. Instead, the Cubs ruled Horton out for the NLDS, and there seems to be an increasing likelihood that he will be shut down for the remainder of the playoffs.
With the Horton question answered, the rest of the Cubs' roster for their series against the Brewers was released on Saturday morning, and there was a surprise with the pitching staff.