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Mets-Cubs NLCS Game 1 starting lineups: Lucas Duda out, Michael Cuddyer in at first

The Mets are changing up a few things against the Chicago Cubs for Game 1 of the National League Championship Series after surviving a five-game set against the Dodgers.

Everyday first baseman Lucas Duda is out of the starting lineup for the series opener with Michael Cuddyer getting a shot against Cubs lefty Jon Lester.

In the outfield, rookie Michael Conforto will have a seat early with Juan Lagares taking over duties in centerfield and Yoenis Cespedes moving to left.

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Here are the full lineups for both the Mets and Cubs:

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