For the second time this season, Brandon McCarthy (3.76 ERA, 3.07 FIP, 1.180 WHIP) will face John Lackey (4.82 ERA, 4.93 FIP, 1.395 WHIP). The first time, things worked out in the Dodgers’ favor, albeit more because of McCarthy’s efforts than because of any kind of inspiring offensive display.
| Cubs | Dodgers | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4:15 p.m. | Los Angeles | ||
| CF | Jay | CF | Taylor |
| LF | Schwarber | SS | Seager |
| 3B | Bryant | C | Grandal |
| 1B | Rizzo | 1B | González |
| 2B | Happ | 3B | Hernández |
| RF | Heyward | LF | Bellinger |
| C | Montero | 2B | Utley |
| SS | Russell | RF | Puig |
| P | Lackey (R) | P | McCarthy (R) |
On April 12, McCarthy pitched six shutout innings at Wrigley Field, working around four hits and three walks while striking out four.