Chicago Cubs probable pitchers & starting lineup vs. Atlanta Braves, May 14

The Chicago Cubs took the first step toward addressing their bullpen woes on Tuesday as they acquired Tyson Miller from the Seattle Mariners.

If you're reading this and you are upset that the Cubs gave up Jake Slaughter for a reliever in Miller who was designated for assignment, stop hugging prospects.

Slaughter, with Christopher Morel at third base and Michael Busch at first base, had no value to the Cubs at the Major League level and was expendable in a deal for Miller, who could provide an immediate upgrade over the middle-inning relievers that the Cubs have been rolling out.

It should be no surprise comes on the heels of Adbert Alzolay being placed on the IL. Imaging confirmed that Alzolay has been dealing with a right flexor strain.

Alzolay says he won’t throw for five days and then evaluate how he feels. He isn’t sure of a timeline to return at the moment.

Before feeling tightness while warming up Sunday, Alzolay said he had experienced a little soreness in his forearm but nothing he was concerned about. https://t.co/pkmYSWbO9r
— Meghan Montemurro (@M_Montemurro) May 14, 2024

It would seem wishful thinking to think the strain is what was causing Alzolay's struggles this season considering it was not believed to be an issue until Sunday. Having said that, the hope is the consequent recovery from this injury will get Alzolay back on track.

Probable starting pitchers

Jameson Taillon will be back on the mound for the Cubs on Tuesday after missing his previously scheduled start against the Pittsburgh Pirates this past weekend. Taillon has been dealing with a back injury since Spring Training, but when he's been on the mound, he's been excellent, as he has a 1.13 ERA through 4 starts this season.

Chris Sale will be making the start for the Braves. On the season, Sale has a 2.95 ERA through 7 starts this season.

Chicago Cubs starting lineup, May 14

Here is tonight's Cubs starting lineup against Atlanta.

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— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) May 14, 2024

Atlanta Braves starting lineup, May 14

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— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) May 14, 2024

What channel is the Chicago Cubs game on today?

Game Time: 6:20 PM CST
Marquee Sports Network and the Marquee Sports Network app will have the Cubs broadcast tonight.
Braves fans can catch the game on Bally Sports South

How do I stream the Chicago Cubs game today?

How can I listen to the Chicago Cubs game today?

The Cubs broadcast will be on WSCR 670 The Score
Braves fans can tune in on 680 The Fan