Cubs tab Hendricks to start opener vs. Crew
Cubs manager David Ross announced on Thursday that right-hander Kyle Hendricks will start on Opening Day against the Brewers on Friday, July 24.
Hendricks' first career Opening Day start will end a three-year streak for Jon Lester. Hendricks led Cubs starters in ERA last season at 3.46.
Yu Darvish will start the next day against Milwaukee.