It’s a big game for the Chicago Cubs as they take on the Houston Astros tonight at 8:10 PM EDT. The odds are in favor of the Astros (-185) who are looking to continue their hot streak. However, the Cubs (+165) are not to be underestimated as they aim to pull off an upset.
The run total for this game is set at 7.5 and the Astros are -1.5 on the run line at odds of +110, while the Cubs are +1.5 at odds of -130. The pitching matchup is set to be Jameson Taillon vs. Framber Valdez, with both teams hoping for a strong start from their pitcher.
So how have these teams been performing lately? In their last 10 games, the Cubs have won 4 while the Astros have won 5. However, the Cubs played yesterday and suffered a 16-3 defeat against the Twins. This could make it tough for them playing on short rest. The Astros, on the other hand, beat the White Sox 4-3 yesterday, so they may not be at 100% either.
The last time these teams played each other was on May 29, 2019 when the Cubs beat the Astros 2-1. The Cubs were -110 in that game and the total was set at 9.0, staying under by 6.0 runs.
Expert Analysis and Betting Tips
We always recommend tailing the experts when it comes to sports betting. For this game, we’re following hot Shark player AuthorJohnW and taking Houston Astros -1.5 (+110). If you’re still unsure, you can download the Shark Book app for free and see what everyone else is saying about this matchup.
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