CUBS LINEUP — The Cubs start a new series this weekend at Coors Field in Colorado. Here’s a look at their lineup against left-hander Austin Gomber.
Chicago Cubs lineup:
- Ian Happ, LF
- Dansby Swanson, SS
- Seiya Suzuki, DH
- Cody Bellinger, RF
- Isaac Paredes, 3B
- Michael Busch, 1B
- Nico Hoerner, 2B
- Pete Crow-Armstrong, CF
- Miguel Amaya, C
With Michael Busch now starting every game (regardless of pitcher) and Dansby Swanson already promoted to the Cubs lineup (due to his performance), the batting order remains unchanged tonight, even against a left-hander. Everyone in their usual spot, with Miguel Amaya back behind the plate.
Colorado Rockies lineup:
- Charlie Blackmon, DH
- Ezequiel Tovar, SS
- Brenton Doyle, CF
- Ryan McMahon, 3B
- Brendan Rodgers, 2B
- Michael Toglia, 1B
- Nolan Jones, LF
- Hunter Goodman, C
- Jordan Beck, RF
Pitching duel:
Chicago Cubs: Javier Assad, RHP
Javier Assad has been on a nice little run here lately — at least in terms of results: 2.92 ERA in his last seven starts. And while the first three appearances in this stretch were shorter and included too many walks, he’s been more focused lately, getting at least two outs in the sixth inning four times in a row. It’s never easy to pitch at Coors Field, though, so we’ll see how he does tonight. Just finishing the season healthy and strong would be a win at this point.
Colorado Rockies: Austin Gomber, LHP
Austin Gomber hasn’t had a great season overall (4.50 ERA, 4.79 FIP), but has made five straight good starts: 3.00 ERA, 33.0 IP. His last one was his best of the season, with eight one-run innings against the Atlanta Braves with five hits, no walks and six strikeouts.
Broadcast info:
Chicago Cubs (75-71) vs. Colorado Rockies (55-92) at 7:40 p.m. CT – Marquee Sports Network, 670 The Score
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