Chicago Cubs lineup vs. D-backs: Nico Hoerner at leadoff, Hayden Wesneski to pitch |
The Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks are set to face off in a Spring Training matchup on Thursday at 3:05 p.m. CT. The game will be broadcasted on Marquee Sports Network for fans to enjoy. Both teams have similar records this season, with the Cubs holding a 13-10 record and the Diamondbacks holding a 12-12 record.
The Cubs will be sending right-handed pitcher Hayden Wesneski to the mound with a 2-1 record and 3.00 ERA. He will be facing off against the Diamondbacks’ starting pitcher, Kyle Nelson. The Cubs’ lineup for the game will feature some key players, including Nico Hoerner at second base, Ian Happ in left field, and Trey Mancini as the designated hitter. Cody Bellinger, Patrick Wisdom, Eric Hosmer, Edwin Rios, and Tucker Barnhardt will also be in the starting lineup. On the other hand, the Diamondbacks’ lineup will consist of Carroll in right field, Longoria at third base, Gurriel in left field, Rivera at first base, Higgins as the designated hitter, Thomas in center field, Perdomo at shortstop, Hager at second base, and Herrera as the catcher. Both teams will be looking to showcase their skills and improve their records before the regular season begins. It should be an exciting game to watch for fans of both teams. Game time: The Chicago Cubs (13-10) will battle the Arizona Diamondbacks (12-12) on Thursday (3:05 p.m. CT) at Sloan Park in Mesa, AZ. TV information: Marquee Sports Network Cubs lineup: 1. Nico Hoerner 2B 2. Dansby Swanson SS 3. Ian Happ LF 4. Trey Mancini DH 5. Cody Bellinger 6. Patrick Wisdom RF 7. Eric Hosmer 1B 8. Edwin Rios 3B 9. Tucker Barnhardt C D-backs lineup: Carroll RF, Longoria 3B, Gurriel LF, Rivera 1B, Higgins DH, Thomas CF, Perdomo SS, Hager 2B, Herrera C Pitching matchup: The Cubs will have righty Hayden Wesneski (2-1, 3.00 ERA) on the mound against Kyle Nelson (0-1, 4.70 ERA).
