Wrigley Field is going to be ready to rock on Tuesday afternoon.
The sun will be shining, and nearly 80 degrees at first pitch.
"October" Baseball, despite it being the final day of September sees beautiful warm weather.
Expect a full crowd and loud bleacher bums for Game 1 of the wildcard series between the Chicago Cubs and the San Diego Padres.
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Manager Craig Counsell has announced his game 1 lineup for the home team.
The time has come. pic.twitter.com/T3XCzw7omd
— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) September 30, 2025
1. Michael Busch, 1B
2. Nico Hoerner, 2B
3. Ian Happ, LF
4. Kyle Tucker, DH
5. Seiya Suzuki, RF
6. Carson Kelly, C
7. Pete Crow-Armstong, CF
8. Dansby Swanson, SS
9. Matt Shaw, 3B
P. Matthew Boyd, P
First pitch is set for 2:08pm CT.
The two teams have not met since April 16 when the Padres won that game 4-2. The two teams will meet up again on Wednesday for Game 2.
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