The Cubs will start 25-year-old RHP Kyle Hendricks in Game 3 of the NLCS tonight against the Mets at Wrigley Field.
In 32 starts this season, which was his first full season in the big leagues, Hendricks was 8-7 with a 3.95 ERA over 180 innings.
“These are the starts you want,” Hendricks said on Monday. “It’s a big opportunity for me, but I’ve got to remain calm, keep the ball down and make good pitches.”
In the NLDS, with the Cubs down in the series, Hendricks gave up three solo home runs in 4 2/3 innings, but took a no-decision as the Cubs rallied to win and eventually advance to the NLCS.