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Cubs Announce 2016 Opening Day Roster

Cubs announce 2016 Opening Day Roster

The Cubs officially set the Opening Day 25-man roster Sunday in advance of the season opener Monday night (9:05pm CDT) against the Los Angeles Angels.

The Cubs first 25-man roster consists of 13 pitchers (five starters, eight relievers) and 12 position players.

Starting Rotation: Jake Arrieta, Jon Lester, John Lackey, Jason Hammel, Kyle Hendricks

Bullpen: Hector Rondon, Pedro Strop, Justin Grimm, Trevor Cahill, Adam Warren, Clayton Richard, Travis Wood, Neil Ramirez

Catchers: Miguel Montero, David Ross, Kyle Schwarber

Infielders: Anthony Rizzo, Ben Zobrist, Addison Russell, Kris Bryant, Tommy La Stella

Outfielders: Jason Heyward, Dexter Fowler, Jorge Soler, Matt Szczur

The Cubs have placed four players on the 15-day disabled list.