# Cubs-Padres Wild Card Game 2

> Cubs need a strong Game 2 to win NL Wild Card Series.
- Title: Cubs-Padres Wild Card Game 2 · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: Cubs need a strong Game 2 to win NL Wild Card Series. Cubs must win Game 2 to advance in NL Wild Card Series against Padres.
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- Source: Mlb — https://mlb.com/news/cubs-vs-padres-nl-wild-card-series-game-2-starting-lineups-and-pitching-matchup
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- Topics: cubs, padres, mlb, wild card series, game 2, pitching matchup, starting lineups, bullpen, sports
## Series history
The Padres and Cubs have met twice in postseason with both series going the distance.
## Cubs need Game 2 win
Cubs require a major bounceback performance in Game 2 to send Wild Card Series to decisive Game 3.
## Padres manager statement
Padres manager Craig Stammen said the Cubs didn't play their best game but will play their best game tomorrow.
## Cubs' Game 1 win streak
Teams that won Game 1 in best-of-three Wild Card Series have won 21 of 24 series.
## Starting pitchers
Cubs: Kevin Gausman (9-12, 4.51 ERA) vs Padres: Nick Pivetta (3-2, 2.86 ERA).
## Cubs' lineup
Cubs lineup includes Alex Bregman in designated hitter slot and Pete Crow-Armstrong at CF.
## Padres' lineup
Padres lineup features Fernando Tatis Jr. at RF and Austin Hays starting at DH.
## Bullpen readiness
Cubs have all bullpen arms available for Game 2 while Padres preserved their bullpen for Game 1.
## Injuries
Gausman has left shoulder issue but is ready for Game 2 after mound test.
## Key takeaway

Cubs must win Game 2 to advance in NL Wild Card Series against Padres.