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Cubs 1B Anthony Rizzo to miss 2nd straight game with back tightness

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo will miss his second straight game with back tightness.
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Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo will miss his second straight game as he deals with tightness in his lower back.

He did not play in Wednesday’s 7-5 loss to the Cincinnati Reds after leaving the series opener with the injury. Cubs manager Rick Renteriasaid that Rizzo is "day to day” and is holding out hope Rizzo will be able to play on Thursday. 

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Chris Valaika again gets the nod at first base. He went 1-4 and struck out twice in Wednesday’s game. 

Rizzo leads Chicago in home runs (30), RBI (71) and on-base percentage (.375) this season.  

- Scooby Axson

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