The Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Angels are set to meet in a decisive showdown as they aim to determine the series champion. The game will take place on Wednesday at 2:20 p.m. EDT in Chicago, with both teams having faced challenges this season.
Cubs vs. Angels Series Overview
- Teams: Chicago Cubs (2-3) vs. Los Angeles Angels (3-3)
- Date: Wednesday
- Time: 2:20 p.m. EDT
Pitching Matchup
- Angels: Yusei Kikuchi (0-0, 4.15 ERA, 2.08 WHIP, 3 strikeouts)
- Cubs: Matthew Boyd (0-1, 14.73 ERA, 1.91 WHIP, 7 strikeouts)
2022 Performance Recap
Last season, the Cubs posted an impressive record of 92-70, with a 50-31 mark in home games. They averaged 8.5 hits per game and recorded 3.2 extra base hits per game.
In contrast, the Angels struggled with a 72-90 overall record, including a 33-48 record on the road. They averaged 7.5 hits per game and hit a total of 226 home runs.
Injury Reports
Both teams are dealing with key injuries:
Cubs Injuries
- Porter Hodge: 15-Day IL (elbow)
- Seiya Suzuki: 10-Day IL (knee)
- Justin Steele: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Jordan Wicks: 15-Day IL (forearm)
- Shelby Miller: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Christopher Austin: 60-Day IL (knee)
Angels Injuries
- Kirby Yates: 15-Day IL (knee)
- Robert Stephenson: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Vaughn Grissom: 10-Day IL (hand)
- Grayson Rodriguez: 15-Day IL (arm)
- Ben Joyce: 15-Day IL (shoulder)
- Anthony Rendon: 60-Day IL (hip)
- Alek Manoah: 15-Day IL (finger)
This matchup not only highlights the competitive spirit of both teams but also reflects their respective challenges going forward. The winner will take home the title of series champion, adding further tension to this exciting confrontation.
