SURPRISE, Ariz. – Starting pitcher John Lackey will be the first Cubs pitcher to bat in a Cactus League game this spring – even if the opponent is using the DH.
The Cubs’ lineup Wednesday against the reigning-champion Kansas City Royals in Surprise, Ariz.:
2B Ben Zobrist
SS Addison Russell
3B Kris Bryant
C Miguel Montero
LF Jorge Soler
CF Javy Baez
1B Jesus Guzman
RF John Andreoli
RHP John Lackey