March 31, 2026 | Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL | 6:40 PM PT | Marquee Sports Network
The Chicago Cubs (hopefully 3-1 after the series so far) host the Los Angeles Angels (82–80 last year) at Wrigley Field for the series finale tonight, and we’re looking to take the series. They went 82–80 last year and just missed the playoffs. We went 78–84 and missed. Both teams are trying to build early momentum.
The Angels have Mike Trout—one of the greatest players ever. Logan O’Hoppe is developing behind the plate. Reid Detmers is a quality lefty starter. They’re hoping to finally break through in the AL West.
We have Cade Horton making another early-season start at Wrigley. Jackson Merrill at shortstop. Pete Crow-Armstrong in center. Hopefully we won yesterday’s game and are looking to take the series at home.
For Cubs fans, this is the series finale at Wrigley—a chance to win the series against a competitive team.
Where the Cubs Stand After Game 1
2025 Record: 78–84
We missed the playoffs last year, but the early season (hopefully 3-1) is showing our offseason moves are working. Tyler Glasnow has been excellent. Jackson Merrill looks solid. Pete Crow-Armstrong is showing growth.
Key Players:
- Tyler Glasnow (SP): Has been dominant early in the season
- Jackson Merrill (SS): Looking solid, settling in at short
- Pete Crow-Armstrong (CF): Elite defense with offensive growth showing
Top Prospects:
- Cade Horton (RHP): Gets another start at Wrigley in the series finale
- Matt Shaw (INF): Versatile bat who can contribute
- Kevin Alcántara (OF): Toolsy outfielder still developing
We’re (hopefully) 3-1 after yesterday’s game. Now we go for the series win at Wrigley against the Angels.
The Los Angeles Angels: Competitive But Frustrated
2025 Record: 82–80
The Angels went 82–80 and just missed the playoffs again. Mike Trout is still one of the best players alive. Logan O’Hoppe is a solid young catcher. Reid Detmers is a quality lefty getting the start tonight.
Key Players:
- Mike Trout (OF): Future Hall of Famer, one of the greatest ever
- Logan O’Hoppe (C): Young catcher developing into a cornerstone
- Reid Detmers (LHP): Quality lefty starter, gets the series finale start
Top Prospects:
- Nolan Schanuel (1B): First baseman with offensive upside
- Kyren Paris (INF): Versatile infielder developing
- Caden Dana (RHP): Pitching prospect in the system
The Angels went 82–80 and are trying to bounce back in the series finale at Wrigley.
The Matchups That Matter in the Finale
| Position | Cubs | Angels |
|---|---|---|
| Shortstop | Jackson Merrill | Kyren Paris |
| Center Field | Pete Crow-Armstrong | Mike Trout |
| Starting Pitcher | Cade Horton | Reid Detmers |
Jackson Merrill vs Kyren Paris at Shortstop
Merrill has looked solid early in the season. Paris is a developing prospect. Merrill should have the advantage at home.
Pete Crow-Armstrong vs Mike Trout in Center/Outfield
Trout is one of the greatest ever. PCA is still developing. The gap is enormous, but PCA can showcase his elite defense at Wrigley.
Cade Horton vs Reid Detmers on the Mound
Both are quality young starters. Horton gets another start at Wrigley. Detmers is a solid lefty in the series finale. Should be a competitive pitching matchup.
What the Cubs Need in the Series Finale
Cade Horton Keeps Building
Gets another start at Wrigley early in the season. Against the Angels’ lineup, five or six quality innings would be solid. Keep developing.
Jackson Merrill Keeps His Strong Start Going
Has looked solid early in the season. Keep building confidence in the series finale at home.
Pete Crow-Armstrong Continues His Growth
Has shown well early. Keep proving the bat is catching up to the elite defense at Wrigley.
Win the Series at Wrigley
The Angels went 82–80. We’re at home. Win the series finale and take the series at Wrigley.
What Los Angeles Will Bring
Mike Trout will do something incredible because he’s Mike Trout. Logan O’Hoppe will work behind the plate and contribute offensively. Reid Detmers will challenge our hitters with quality left-handed stuff in the series finale.
The Angels will try to salvage a series split at Wrigley.
Cubs Fan Prediction: We Win the Series at Wrigley
Final Score: Cubs 5, Angels 4
Cade Horton is solid at Wrigley—five innings, three runs, six strikeouts. Continues building early in the season. Reid Detmers shows his stuff but gives up four runs.
Jackson Merrill goes 2-for-4 with an RBI and keeps his strong start going. Pete Crow-Armstrong makes a highlight catch and drives in two. The Wrigley crowd erupts.
Mike Trout crushes a two-run homer because he’s Mike Trout. Nolan Schanuel adds clutch hits. But our depth and home field advantage give us a one-run win in the series finale.
We win the series at Wrigley. (Hopefully) 4-1 to start the season.
Why This Series Finale Matters
We’re (hopefully) 3-1 early in the season. The Angels went 82–80 and just missed the playoffs. Win the series finale and take the series at home.
Can Cade Horton keep building? Will Jackson Merrill keep his strong start going? Can we win series at home against competitive teams?
We went 78–84 last year. The Brewers won the Central at 86–76. Winning series at home matters as we try to close that gap.
Go Cubs Go. Win the series finale and take the series at Wrigley.
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