The Cubs have won four straight, all in highly improbably fashion, and they’ve only played two games in the last four days as they head into the home stretch. That means the pitching staff should be well rested to face a Twins team that can mash a little bit. Lack of familiarity could play a role here, as this is the first and only series these two teams will play against one another.
Ian Happ has the day off, which is just fine because the Cubs have the Greatest Leadoff Hitter of All Time taking his place. Anthony Rizzo will be followed by Kris Bryant at third and Willson Contreras behind the plate.