Defending World Series Champion Chicago Take On Saint Louis Opening Night

Chicago had a great season a year ago as they ended their 108 years,  39420  days drought as they brought their second world championship back to Chicago. 

Now it's a new season as Chicago will open up the 2017 season in Saint Louis against the Saint Louis Cardinals. 

Left-hander John Lester will be on the mound for Chicago and he will face Saint Louis Cardinals right-hander, Carlos Martinez. "according to https://www.mlb.com/gameday/cubs-vs-cardinals/2017/04/02/490099#game_state=preview,lock_state=preview,game_tab=,game=490099

Will Chicago's great run at the end of last year translate over to opening night in Saint Louis?

First pitch is set for 8:35 pm. The game will be televised on ESPN. "according to https://www.mlb.com/gameday/cubs-vs-cardinals/2017/04/02/490099#game_state=preview,lock_state=preview,game_tab=,game=490099