Get ready for some exciting baseball action as the Los Angeles Dodgers (-100) go head to head against the Chicago Cubs (-114) at 7:40 PM EDT today. The run total has been set at 11.0 so expect some high-scoring action! The Cubs are -1.5 on the run line at odds of +155, while the Dodgers are +1.5 at odds of -183. Doesn’t that just get your adrenaline racing?
Let’s take a closer look at the teams. The pitching matchup for this game is set to be Michael Grove vs. Jameson Taillon. The Dodgers played yesterday and lost to the Mets in a close 5-3 affair, so it might be a tough game for them playing on short rest. On the other hand, the Cubs last game was yesterday, and they beat the Athletics 12-2. Will they be able to bring their A-game on this short rest?
The last time these teams played each other was on April 16, 2023, when the Cubs beat the Dodgers 3-2. In that game, the Cubs were +201. The total for that game was set at 8.0 and stayed under by 3.0 runs. It will be interesting to see how it plays out this time around!
Win Trends
Let’s take a look at how the teams have been performing lately. In their last 10 games, the Dodgers have won 4 times, while the Cubs have won 7 of their last 10 games. This could potentially give the Cubs a mental edge going into the game!
Totals Trends
The Dodgers have gone over in 5 of their last 10 games, while staying under in the remaining 5. Similarly, there’s been no significant trend for the Cubs, as the total has gone over in 5 of their last 10 games, and stayed under in the other 5 of their last 10.
So, what’s our pick for this game? We are betting on Shark player SteveCatfish851’s hot streak and taking the Chicago Cubs -1.5 (+155). You can view more picks for this matchup in the Shark Book app. Click here to download the app for free and see why it’s called a handicapper’s best friend! Don’t forget to tune in to the game tonight and cheer on your favorite team!