Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs: Spring Training Game 28 Preview
The Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs meet for the final conventional spring tune-up. This Spring Training Game 28 will wrap up the Grapefruit League schedule.
Game context
The clubs play one more exhibition before heading to Milwaukee. The Brewers travel north for two preseason games against the Reds on Monday and Tuesday.
Opening Day follows on Thursday. The White Sox open the regular season in Milwaukee for the weekend.
Pitching matchups
Brewers starter: Chad Patrick
Chad Patrick starts and will make his final spring outing. He is slated to begin the season in the rotation after a strong rookie year in 2025.
Spring numbers include a 9.72 ERA. He has allowed nine runs in 8 1/3 innings while striking out nine.
Six of those runs came in his last outing against the Dodgers. In that game he worked 3 1/3 innings and yielded five hits and four walks.
Behind Patrick
Right-hander Peter Strzelecki is scheduled to follow Patrick. He will provide relief innings and roster depth.
Cubs starter: Cade Horton
Cade Horton draws the start for the Cubs. He is coming off a solid rookie campaign at the major league level.
Horton owns a 5.91 ERA this spring. He has recorded 14 strikeouts across 10 2/3 innings.
Lineup and roster notes
Most regulars are traveling back to Milwaukee. The Brewers will deploy a lineup heavy with prospects and minor leaguers.
- Dylan O’Rae
- Jeferson Quero
- Mike Boeve
- Marco Dinges
- Eric Brown Jr.
- Jacob Hurtubise
- Dasan Brown
- Juan Baez
- Luis Castillo
Broadcast and timing
First pitch is scheduled for 2:05 p.m. CT. Fans can stream the game on Brewers.TV.
The contest will also air nationally on ESPN Unlimited. Filmogaz.com will have a recap after the final out.
