Cubs’ Matt Duffy: Batting leadoff Sunday

Duffy is starting at third base and batting first in Sunday’s game against the Pirates.

Duffy delivered a go-ahead single off the bench Saturday, and he’ll be rewarded with a start and leadoff duties in the series finale. The 30-year-old has seen more regular playing time at third with Kris Bryant shifting to the outfield to cover for Ian Happ (ribs). Duffy is slashing .309/.418/.364 through 55 at-bats, so he’s making a case for continued playing time even after Happ returns from the injured list.

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