The Chicago Cubs have named left-hander Matthew Boyd as their starter for Saturday’s Game 1 of the National League Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers . Boyd will take the mound on just three days’ rest, jumping back into the fire after his Wild Card Series outing against the San Diego Padres.

The 34-year-old's performance in Game 1 of the Wild Card series set the tone for Chicago’s postseason, as he threw 4 1/3 innings on only 58 pitches, allowing one run on four hits and a walk. He was relieved by the Cubs' bullpen, which retired all 14 batters it faced to secure the win. This was just Boyd’s fourth career outing on short rest. He is 1-2 with a 4.70 ERA in those previous appearances.

This season has been Boyd’s most productive in his 11-year Major League career. Since s

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