Hendricks was named the starter for Game 3 of the NLCS, Jesse Rogers of ESPN Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hendricks was expected to receive the start in either Game 3 or Game 4, but he has now received the nod for the earlier game. The announcement gives him a chance to pitch multiple times in the NLCS, though the Cubs will likely go with Jon Lester and Jake Arrieta as much as possible.