Cubs Lineup Announced for Sunday Cactus League Game

Rea to face off against Ray as Cubs look to bounce back from early losses

Feb. 22, 2026 at 5:20pm

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The Chicago Cubs have announced their lineup for Sunday's Cactus League game against the San Francisco Giants. Matt Shaw will lead off and play second base, while Alex Bregman will bat second and play third. The Cubs will send Colin Rea to the mound to face off against veteran left-hander Robbie Ray of the Giants.

Why it matters

The Cubs are looking to bounce back after losing their first two Cactus League games, with the team focusing on aggressive baserunning and strategic decisions in the early going of spring training.

The details

The Cubs' lineup features a mix of veteran and young talent, with Seiya Suzuki in center field, Miguel Amaya behind the plate, and Dylan Carlson and Chas McCormick in the outfield corners. Justin Dean will serve as the designated hitter, while Scott Kingery is at shortstop and Owen Miller is at first base.

  • The game is scheduled for Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:05pm CT.
  • This will be the third Cactus League game for the Cubs, who have lost their first two contests.

The players

Matt Shaw

Cubs second baseman who is leading off and playing second base in Sunday's game.

Alex Bregman

Cubs third baseman batting second in the lineup.

Colin Rea

Cubs pitcher who will start the game against the Giants.

Robbie Ray

Giants pitcher and veteran left-hander who will face the Cubs.

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What they’re saying

“Those overarching strategic choices are what I'm paying attention to right now, and I like what I've seen so far.”

— Evan Altman, Author

What’s next

The Cubs will look to bounce back from their early losses and build momentum as they continue their Cactus League schedule.

The takeaway

The Cubs are focusing on strategic decisions and aggressive baserunning in the early days of spring training, as they look to rebound from a slow start and prepare for the upcoming season.