MLB Playoffs 2017: Cubs set NLCS roster

Only one man will be different in the Cubs’ roster for the National League Championship series from the 25 men who defeated the Nationals in the division series. Hector Rondon will replace Justin Wilson, who appeared in only one game during the division series.

I think you’ll agree the Cubs could use a fresh bullpen arm. Rondon had some elbow issues (bone chips), but now has had a couple weeks extra rest. He was throwing well in late September, and could provide some real late-inning help in this series.

Here’s the entire NLCS roster.

Pitchers (11)

Kyle Hendricks
Jon Lester
Jose Quintana
Jake Arrieta
John Lackey
Wade Davis
Pedro Strop
Carl Edwards Jr.
Brian Duensing
Mike Montgomery
Hector Rondon

Catchers (2)

Willson Contreras
Alex Avila

Infielders (6)

Anthony Rizzo
Javier Baez
Addison Russell
Kris Bryant
Ben Zobrist
Tommy La Stella

Outfielders (6)

Jason Heyward
Jon Jay
Albert Almora Jr.
Kyle Schwarber
Ian Happ
Leonys Martin