Milwaukee Brewers vs Chicago Cubs Betting Picks & Predictions
The Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs will face off in a National League Central rivalry game at Wrigley Field on Friday at 1:20 p.m. CT. Milwaukee, with a record of 103-59,
Game outlook
The Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs will face off in a National League Central rivalry game at Wrigley Field on Friday at 1:20 p.m. CT. Milwaukee, with a record of 103-59, will start right-hander Joe Ross, who has a 103-59 record with a 5.40 ERA this season. Chicago, boasting a 89-73 record, will counter with righty Hayden Wesneski, who is 2-0 with a 0.87 ERA in three appearances. In terms of injuries, Milwaukee's C is questionable with a hamstring injury, while Chicago has no new injuries to report. Betting odds favor Chicago at -124.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Brewers +110 | Cubs -124
Spread: Brewers +1.5 (-195) | Cubs -1.5 (+170)
Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 55%.
Milwaukee Brewers
Milwaukee won two out of three games against Tampa Bay in their last series, reclaiming the division lead after a controversial 1-0 defeat. They will face a tough test defending their position at Wrigley Field this weekend. The Brewers rank highly in several offensive categories, including OBP, OPS, home runs, and RBI, while their pitching staff holds a middle-of-the-road ERA and WHIP. Ross will start on Friday, coming off a rough outing against the Yankees but showing promise in other appearances. Milwaukee has a power ranking of 15, excelling in offense but struggling slightly on defense. They currently hold a 19-11 record for the season. Sports betting promotions for the team include odds boosts, bonus bets, first bet insurance, and deposit match offers.