Cubs' Carson Kelly: Not starting Friday

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Sep 5, 2025 at 12:26 pm ET • 1 min read

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Kelly is absent from the lineup for Friday's contest against the Nationals.

Kelly didn't start Wednesday's game versus Atlanta, either, prior to Thursday's team off day, so he's getting some extended rest. Reese McGuire will do the catching and bat ninth for the Cubs on Friday.

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