Chicago Cubs Lineup: Alcantara Starts at DH, Kelly Moves Up
The Chicago Cubs have adjusted their lineup with Alcantara starting as DH and Kelly moving up for their matchup against the Detroit Tigers.
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The Chicago Cubs have implemented lineup changes for their game against the Detroit Tigers, featuring Alcantara in the designated hitter spot and Kelly moving up in the order. Coverage from Bleacher Nation highlights these specific roster shifts, while Fox News notes that Framber Valdez is pitching in a game where wind conditions at Wrigley Field are a factor.
The Chicago Sun-Times reports that the game will be delayed due to weather in the area. Future updates will likely focus on the start time following the weather delay and the outcome of the Tigers vs.
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Quick answers
What changes were made to the Cubs lineup?
Alcantara is starting as the DH and Kelly has moved up in the lineup.
Why is the Tigers-Cubs game being delayed?
According to the Chicago Sun-Times, the delay is due to weather in the area.
Who is the pitcher mentioned for the game?
Fox News identifies Framber Valdez as part of the MLB play for the game.
Coverage (7)
- Chicago Cubs vs. Detroit Tigers preview, Tuesday 7/21, 7:05 CT Bleed Cubbie Blue · 6h ago
- Tigers open up second half of road trip vs Cubs on Monday Bless You Boys · 6h ago
- Tigers vs Cubs Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's MLB Game Covers.com · 6h ago
- Framber Valdez and wind-blown Wrigley Field make Tigers vs Cubs under 8.5 a compelling MLB play Fox News · 6h ago
- GameThread: Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago Cubs, 8:05 p.m. Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- Tigers-Cubs game will be delayed because of weather in area Chicago Sun-Times · 6h ago
- Chicago Cubs Lineup: Alcantara Starts at DH, Kelly Moves Up Bleacher Nation · 6h ago broke it first
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