"Will's back is a little tight, so figured I'd give an extra day, see how he comes in tomorrow. And then Max is a little under the weather, so I wanted to get him up there and get an extra at-bat versus Rea."
"No, it's just more of I had him playing two of three, so there's really no cost in giving him today and playing him tomorrow."
"That allows him to potentially get an extra at-bat against the Cubs' right-hander starter if he needs to be removed later due to his illness."
The Dodgers made lineup changes for their game against the Cubs, with Will Smith out due to tightness in his back. Dalton Rushing replaced him at catcher, and Max Muncy moved to the third batting position. Manager Dave Roberts indicated that Smith's condition is not concerning, and he is expected to return for the next game. Muncy's placement allows for strategic flexibility against the Cubs' pitcher. The rest of the lineup remains consistent, featuring Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman in key positions.
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