There was a moment early on Monday night when the blueprint for the Cubs’ offense was on full display. Nico Hoerner slashed a pitch from Brewers lefty Aaron Ashby into right field for a single. Kyle Tucker worked a walk.

Still, Imanaga’s scholarly approach to the game, which earned him the nickname “Throwing Philosopher” in Japan, was at work. That became especially apparent midway through this season, as he came back from a strained left hamstring.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/cubs as Cubs Radio Analyst Pinpoints Main Reason For Shota Imanaga's Recent Struggles. The Chicago Cubs are headed into the Game 2 of their National League Divisional Series against their hated rival Milwaukee Brewers coming off a dominating loss in Game 1.

Its Monday, October 6 and baseball’s playoffs continue as the Cubs (92-70) are in Milwaukee to take on the Brewers (97-65) in Game 2 of their National League Division Series. Shota Imanaga is slated to take the mound for Chicago against Aaron Ashby for Milwaukee.

The National League Division Series continues today with two intriguing Game 2 battles, as pitchers try to get it started or help their clubs find their way back.

The Chicago Cubs will look to win a postseason series for the first time since 2017 when they host the San Diego Padres on Wednesday in Game 2 of their best-of-three National League wild-card series.