Anthony Rizzo (ankle) a late addition to Cubs Thursday lineup, Victor Caratini to bench

Chicago Cubs infielder Anthony Rizzo was a late addition to Thursday's lineup in the team's game against the St. Louis Cardinals.

What It Means:

Rizzo had been out for the last week after injuring his ankle during the course of the game, but the All-Start first baseman reportedly pushed to get cleared and take the field with the Cubs fighting for a playoff spot. He's batting leadoff against Cardinals starter Jack Flaherty. Victor Caratini is headed to the bench.

Our models project Rizzo for 12.4 FanDuel points across 4.58 plate appearances.