NEWSLETTER
The Cubs are playing short-handed today, as evidenced by the four lefties in the lineup against a left-handed starter, Sam Hentges, and Matt Duffy in left field. But they’ll have to find a way to win if they want to split this series with the Indians.
Plus, with a loss on Sunday, an off-day on Monday, a loss yesterday, and an off-day tomorrow, the Cubs will go almost a WHOLE WEEK without a win if they lose today.
Fortunately, Zach Davies is coming off his best start of the year, and might actually be a perfect match to neutralize the Indians offense:
The Cleveland Indians have seen the most changeups in MLB this season (15.3%) and have been the third worst offense against changeups (-8.7 pitch value).
Go eat, Zach Davies.
— Michael Cerami (@Michael_Cerami) May 11, 2021
Game Info
Chicago Cubs (17-18) at Cleveland Indians (19-14) – Wednesday, May 12th at 12:10 CT on Marquee Sports Network, MLBN, 670 The Score
Starting Pitchers
Indians: Sam Hentges (R)
versus
Cubs: Zach Davies (R)
Chicago Cubs (Lineup Discussion):
1. Matt Duffy, LF
2. Willson Contreras, C
3. Anthony Rizzo, 1B
4. Javy Baez, SS
5. David Bote, 3B
6. Jason Heyward, RF
7. Ildemaro Vargas, DH
8. Joc Pederson, CF
9. Eric Sogard, 2B
Cleveland Indians:
1. Cesar Hernandez, 2B
2. Amed Rosario, CF
3. Jose Ramirez, 3B
4. Eddie Rosario, LF
5. Franmil Reyes, DH
6. Josh Naylor, RF
7. Jake Bauers, 1B
8. Rene Rivera, C
9. Andres Gimenez, SS
