How often do you see a guy sign a huge extension and then have a monster game that night? Ok, I don’t think that’s a “thing,” but maybe Anthony Rizzo makes it a thing tonight. And maybe he brings Starlin Castro along with him.
Travis Wood takes on a Rockies lineup that has been dominated of late. Which means they are either due for a breakout, or still in a slump. Wood’s performance might dictate the narrative.
Luis Valbuena is still out with his pinky issue, which is a bummer.
Game Info
Colorado Rockies (20-17) at Chicago Cubs (15-22), 7:05 CT on WCIU.
Game Thread and Series Preview
The Game Thread lives here. You should participate in the madness. And, of course, for those who aren’t into message board-style game threads, please feel free to use the comments on this post for your in-game commentary/outbursts.
The Series Preview for this series lives here.
Game Tickets
If you’re looking for Chicago Cubs tickets for today’s game (or any future games), you can use that TiqIQ link there for the secondary market. There are also some available on Cubs.com.
Starting Pitchers
Juan Nicasio (3-0, 4.72 ERA, 1.56 K/BB)
versus
Travis Wood (3-0, 2.33 ERA, 2.43 K/BB)
Colorado Rockies Lineup
1. Eric Young, CF
2. Josh Rutledge, 2B
3. Carlos Gonzalez, LF
4. Troy Tulowitzki, SS
5. Wilin Rosario, C
6. Todd Helton, 1B
7. Nolan Arenado, 3B
8. Charlie Blackmon, RF
9. Juan Nicasio, P
Chicago Cubs Lineup
1. David DeJesus, CF
2. Starlin Castro, SS
3. Anthony Rizzo, 1B
4. Alfonso Soriano, LF
5. Nate Schierholtz, RF
6. Cody Ransom, 3B
7. Welington Castillo, C
8. Darwin Barney, 2B
9. Travis Wood, P