In what has been the closest simulation yet to the regular season, the Cubs are playing their second game in a row against the same opponent in the same park. Yesterday’s affair in Vegas wasn’t terribly successful, but maybe they can get over on the Reds this afternoon.
Kris Bryant leads off at third, with Anthony Rizzo at first and Josh Phegley catching. Ian Happ cleans up in center, Nico Hoerner bats fifth at short, Jason Kipnis is at second, and Noel Cuevas is in right. Trent Giambrone serves as DH and Ian Miller finishes the order in left.