The Cubs recalled right-hander Javier Assad to start against the Angels on Friday. In a corresponding move, they put right-handed reliever Ryan Brasier on the 15-day injured list with a strained left groin.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/angels as Angels' Biggest Red Flag Revealed By MLB Insider. Bleacher Report's Zachary Rymer listed the Los Angeles Angels' farm system as their biggest red flag at the moment, as their minor league teams have underperformed over the past two seasons.

The Chicago Cubs recalled right-hander Javier Assad from Triple-A Iowa on Friday, and he will make the start in the series opener in Anaheim against the hosting Los Angeles Angels, according to Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Normally, winning three of five games against the team with the best record in the majors would be reason to celebrate.

The Chicago Cubs continue their three-series road trip on the west coast when they face the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday. Here's the game time, probable pitchers, injured list, and how to watch the Cubs game today.