The Pittsburgh Pirates (+145) are playing the Chicago Cubs (-161) at 7:40 PM EDT today. The run total is set at 9.0. The Cubs are -1.5 on the run line at odds of +120, while the Pirates are +1.5 at odds of -140.
Right now, the pitching matchup for this game is set to be Bryse Wilson vs. Mark Leiter Jr..
The Pirates last played yesterday, losing to the Brewers in a close 4-2 affair. It might be tough for them playing on short rest. The Cubs last game was yesterday, when they lost to the Rays 8-2. They could be tired playing on short rest.
The last time these teams played each other was on April 13, 2022 when the Pirates beat the Cubs 6-2. In that game, the Pirates were +107. Likewise, the total for that game was set at 9.0 and stayed under by just a run!
Win Trends
So, how have the Bucs been doing lately? In their last 10 games, they’ve won 5 times. The Cubbies, on the other hand, have won 4 of their last 10 games.
Totals Trends
The Bucs have gone over in 3 of their last 10 games, while staying under in 5 of their last 10. Similarly, there’s been no significant trend for the Cubbies, as the total has gone over in 5 of their last 10 games, and stayed under in 5 of their last 10.
We’re tailing hot Shark player tylerCatfish82 for this game and taking Pittsburgh Pirates (+145). You can view more picks for this matchup in the Shark Book app. Click here to download for free and see why they call it a handicapper’s best friend!