Chicago Cubs fans not thrilled with choice of 2026 Opening Day starting pitcher
Ever since before Spring Training began, many wondered who the Chicago Cubs would name as their 2026 Opening Day starter. For a while, many thought it would be Cade Horton, who dazzled as a rookie in 2025. After being called up, he went 11-4 with a 2.67 ERA in 23 games (22 starts).
Of course, the preferred choice would have been Justin Steele, but he will not be ready for the start of the regular season as he recovers from injury.
Indeed, there is a future where Horton will probably start multiple Opening Days for Chicago. But that future is not here yet, much to the dismay of fans.
Chicago Cubs fans disappointed Matthew Boyd will pitch on Opening Day
Today, it was reported that Matthew Boyd, who was an All-Star for the first time in his long career last season, is going to be the Opening Day starter.
Matthew Boyd opening day starter for Cubs
— Jesse Rogers (@JesseRogersESPN) March 12, 2026
Last year, Boyd was 14-8 with a 3.21 ERA in 31 starts for Chicago.
Despite his success last year, though, many Cubs fans are not happy:
Yeah, because he looked so good at the WBC
— Ken Barton (@kenthro3000) March 12, 2026
You’re joking
— Justin (@ChiFanJustin) March 12, 2026
Yikes
— Hmmm (Brad) (@CubsEnjoyerBANG) March 12, 2026
Why?
—
(@bears_pain) March 12, 2026
Boyd had a good season for the Cubs last year, but struggled in his last outing for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. He pitched 2.1 innings while giving up five hits and three runs.
This is likely why many fans are dismayed by his selection to start on Opening Day. It should be noted, though, that in two Spring Training appearances, Boyd has pitched 4.2 innings with a 1.93 ERA.
While he struggled in the WBC, he has performed well so far when with the Cubs in Arizona. With Horton still gaining experience, Boyd is a much safer option to be the Cubs starter for the first game of the season.
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