Cubs' 40-year-old Justin Turner, oldest in team postseason history, led off in Game 2 against lefty opener Aaron Ashby.

In Game 2 of the NLDS, Cubs manager Craig Counsell moved 40-year-old veteran Justin Turner to the leadoff spot, making him the oldest player in Cubs postseason history, to counter Brewers’ left-handed opener Aaron Ashby. Turner, who had not played in a postseason game this year, was inserted due to his strong track record against left-handed pitching. The move aimed to neutralize Ashby’s start while preserving the regular lineup for expected right-handed relievers. Turner went 1-for-2 with a single before being replaced. The game featured back-and-forth offense, including three-run homers from both teams, and strong pitching from starters, including Cubs’ Shota Imanaga, who exited in the third inning. Meanwhile, Brewers’ Jackson Chourio returned from a hamstring issue, and Cubs’ Cade Horton continued progressing from a fractured rib with pain-free throwing. The series remains tightly contested.