Electric Cubs pitcher to make 1st career start Friday

Last Saturday, in Queens, New York at Citi Field and on National TV, Horton made his MLB debut by following opener Brad Keller. Horton went on to pitch four innings, struck out five, escaped a few jams, and gave up three earned runs following a mistake pitch to Brett Baty. Horton was credited with the win after all was said and done.

The Chicago Cubs are handing the ball off to Cade Horton at Wrigley Field for his first career start

MLB debuts are filled with excitement, but they also bring nerves and added pressure. Horton handled the moment well in New York, showing poise in a high-stakes environment. Now, with that first outing behind him, Horton will take the ball at Wrigley Field to open the Cubs’ series against the Chicago White Sox.

With a familiar home crowd, a daytime start at 1:20 p.m., and slightly less national attention, this appearance should offer a more relaxed setting for the young right-hander to settle in and continue building confidence.

Following the White Sox, Chicago’s next five series are all against teams with records below .500. The Cubs schedule leading into early June will consist of match ups against the Marlins, Reds x2, Rockies, and Nationals. This could be a good stretch of games to get Horton established and on a regular schedule.