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Pitcher Showdown: Phillies vs. Cubs Series Opener
13 Apr
Summary
- Phillies and Cubs begin three-game series Monday at Citizens Bank Park.
- Cristopher Sanchez starts for Philadelphia, Javier Assad for Chicago.
- Both teams hold identical 7-8 records entering the matchup.
The Philadelphia Phillies are hosting the Chicago Cubs for the first game of a three-game series at Citizens Bank Park. First pitch is scheduled for Monday at 6:40 p.m. ET.
The Phillies will send Cristopher Sanchez to the mound. He holds a 1-1 record with a 1.65 ERA. Philadelphia currently sits third in the NL East with a 7-8 record.
Javier Assad is the starting pitcher for the Cubs. He has a 1-0 record and a 0.00 ERA. Chicago is also struggling with a 7-8 record, placing them fifth in the NL Central.
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