Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs Betting Picks & Predictions
In this upcoming Pirates at Cubs matchup, the Cubs will be hosting the Pirates at Wrigley Field. The Cubs, who hold the top spot in the NL Central Division, will be facing
Game outlook
In this upcoming Pirates at Cubs matchup, the Cubs will be hosting the Pirates at Wrigley Field. The Cubs, who hold the top spot in the NL Central Division, will be facing off against the last-place Pirates. The pitching duel will feature Mike Burrows for the Pirates and Matthew Boyd for the Cubs. The game is set to start at 2:20 PM EST, with the Cubs opening as the favorite at -222. If you're looking to place a bet on this game, be sure to check out our top picks to help boost your bankroll.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Pirates +195 | Cubs -220
Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-114) | Cubs -1.5 (-105)
Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 69%.
Pittsburgh Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates continue to struggle as the season progresses, with trade rumors circulating about former overall #1 pick Paul Skenes. Despite fending off offers, the team may need to consider moving on from Skenes to improve a struggling roster. The Pirates recently won a close game against the Cubs in 10 innings, with Isiah Kiner-Falefa's sacrifice fly securing the victory. Starter Paul Skenes pitched 5.1 scoreless innings in the win. The team hopes to build on this momentum in the next game with Mike Burrows on the mound, who is looking for his first quality start. The Pirates have won three of Burrows' last four starts. The team is faced with key injuries to 1B Endy Rodriguez and RP Colin Holderman. Despite their struggles, the Pirates are ranked 29th in offense, 12th in defense, and hold a record of 28-42 for the season.