Introduction to the Cubs-Dodgers Series in Tokyo

The Cubs and Dodgers are set to face off in Tokyo, Japan, in a series that promises to be exciting for fans of both teams. However, the early start time may prove to be a challenge for some viewers.

The Early Bird Catches the Game

The first pitch is scheduled for 5:10 a.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday, which may be a bit too early for some fans. As @DadsThumb commented, "Um … isn’t that what a DVR is for?" Despite the early start time, these games will count in the regular-season standings, making them important for both teams.

Reaction from Fans

Some fans are excited about the opportunity to watch their team play in Tokyo, with @ChiTownSports writing, "Early bird gets the Dodgers." Others are more skeptical, with @JBIRD1268 saying, "They still have to prove it."

The Cubs’ Ace

The Cubs’ starting pitcher for the opener will be Shota Imanaga, but some fans believe that Justin Steele is the team’s true ace. As @JonJanke argued, "Cubs ace" and "legit ace" aren’t the same thing. The counterargument to that is: Some teams just plain don’t have aces on their rosters.

Pickleball: A Surprisingly Popular Sport

In addition to the Cubs-Dodgers series, we also asked fans about their experience with the sport of pickleball. Despite its silly name, pickleball is a popular sport that is played by people of all ages. According to several seconds of exhaustive research, the sport was named after one of the inventors’ dog, Pickles.

Poll Results

The results of our polls are as follows:

• Poll No. 1: Will you be up at 5:10 a.m. Tuesday and/or Wednesday to watch the Cubs and Dodgers play in Tokyo?
• Poll No. 2: Who’s the Cubs’ ace?
• Poll No. 3: Have you played pickleball?

Upshot

It’ll be 7:10 p.m. in Tokyo, a more normal time — hotdog-and-cold-beer o’clock, if you will — for a ballgame. Here? Maybe a Bloody Mary if the Cubs sweep.

Conclusion

The Cubs-Dodgers series in Tokyo promises to be an exciting event for fans of both teams. While the early start time may be a challenge for some viewers, the games will be important for both teams and will count in the regular-season standings. We hope that our polls have provided some insight into the thoughts and opinions of fans, and we look forward to hearing more from you in the future.

FAQs

Q: What time is the first pitch for the Cubs-Dodgers series in Tokyo?
A: The first pitch is scheduled for 5:10 a.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Q: Will the games count in the regular-season standings?
A: Yes, the games will count in the regular-season standings.
Q: What is pickleball?
A: Pickleball is a sport that is played by people of all ages, and is named after one of the inventors’ dog, Pickles.