Jason Heyward appears to be emerging as the secondary leadoff hitter behind Ian Happ. Heyward will be serving as the DH in today’s game, followed by Albert Almora Jr. in center and Anthony Rizzo at first.
Kyle Schwarber bats cleanup and plays left, Chris Gimenez is behind the plate, and Tommy La Stella handles third base. Then the Cubs have Peter Bourjos in right, Mike Freeman at short, and David Bote at second.
Jon Lester continues his march toward Opening Day with a start that should see him pitch at least into the 3rd inning against the Angels.