San Francisco Giants vs Chicago Predictions September 6, 2023: A. Wood vs J. Wicks
The San Francisco Giants (70-69) and Chicago Cubs (75-64) face off in a pivotal series finale with both teams vying for the National League wild card spot. With the Giants
Game outlook
The San Francisco Giants (70-69) and Chicago Cubs (75-64) face off in a pivotal series finale with both teams vying for the National League wild card spot. With the Giants having only one win in their last seven games and the Cubs seven wins in their last 10 games, the Cubs have claimed the second wild card. Tristan Beck (ERA: 4.26) will be the starting pitcher for the Giants whilst Jordan Wicks (ERA: 1.8) with only two runs allowed in his last two starts, will man the mound for the Cubs. Chicago is the betting favorite opening at -142 with the line remaining unchanged.
Game Info
When: Wednesday, 9/6/2023 @ 2:20pm EST
Where: Wrigley Field Stadium Giants vs Cubs Betting Odds Moneyline: Giants +120 | Cubs -142
Spread: Giants +1.5 (-155) | Cubs -1.5 (+130)
Total: Over/Under 10.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 59%.
San Francisco Giants
The Giants are having a challenging season, currently ranking 25th in power ranking and perched at 70-69. They have allowed 4.30 points per game on average but their offense has struggled to respond, only scoring an average of 4.23 per game. However, they are hoping to stay out of the Wild Card spot before the season ends. Tristan Beck has been the star on the mound, allowing only 37 runs in 75.2 innings pitched with 62 strikeouts and opponents struggling to drive in runs against him. Wilmer Flores and LaMonte Wade Jr. have both been performing well but the rest of the lineup has been inconsistent. Only two active batters have 15 home runs or more and only six active batters have an OPS+ over 100, making it easier for opposing pitchers to limit the Giants' offense. The Giants are hoping to stay out of the Wild Card spot, currently counted at 70-69. Tristan Beck has been a standout with only 37 runs allowed, 75.2 innings pitched, and a strong expected ERA of 3.72. Wilmer Flores has been successful this season with .285/.351/.524 with 20 home runs and 178 total bases and LaMonte Wade Jr. with .250/.369/.398 with 13 home runs and 148 total bases. The offense overall has been lackluster, with only two active batters having 15 home runs or more and six batters having an OPS+ over 100.