Baseball fans, get ready for another exciting game as the Chicago Cubs (-130) take on the Pittsburgh Pirates (+120) at 7:05 PM EDT today. The run total is set at 9.0, and both teams are gearing up for an intense showdown.
In terms of the run line, the Cubs are -1.5 at odds of +125, while the Pirates are +1.5 at odds of -145. As for the pitching matchup, Drew Smyly will be starting for the Cubs, and Osvaldo Bido for the Pirates.
The Cubs are coming off a tough loss to the Orioles yesterday, losing 6-3 in a close affair. Will they be able to bounce back and give their all in this game, considering they’re playing on short rest? The same goes for the Pirates, who lost their last game against the Brewers 5-2. Will they be fully rested and ready to take on the Cubs tonight?
It’s worth noting that the Cubs have had a recent win against the Pirates when these two teams last played each other on June 15, 2023. The Cubs managed to beat the Pirates 7-2 in that game, where they were -148. Additionally, the total for that game was set at 7.0 and went over by 2.0 runs.
Win Trends
To get some insights on how these teams have been performing lately, let’s take a look at their win trends. In their last 10 games, the Cubs have won 7 of them, which is undoubtedly impressive. Meanwhile, the Pirates have only won 2 of their last 10 games, which could impact how they perform in this upcoming game.
Totals Trends
When it comes to totals trends, the Cubbies have gone over in 5 of their last 10 games, while staying under in 4 of them. As for the Pirates, there’s been no significant trend as the total has gone over in 6 of their last 10 games and stayed under in 4.
At Shark, we’re expecting a thrilling game with the Chicago Cubs emerging as the victorious team. Our expert handicapper, Samuel, has provided us with the winning pick, and we’re backing him all the way. So what are you waiting for? Download the Shark Book app and place your bets with confidence. It’s a handicapper’s best friend!