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Cubs Look to Sweep Padres in Final Game of Series After Dominant Performances

The Padres and Cubs are facing off in the conclusion of a three-game series in the Windy City. The Cubs have already secured a series win with victories in the first two games. The Padres will be looking to salvage the series finale, but will have to contend with Chicago's strong performance so far. Kyle Hart will take the mound for the Padres, while Ben Brown will start for the Cubs. Chicago is the betting favorite at -135. Stay tuned for our Padres vs. Cubs prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Padres +118 | Cubs -135
• Spread: Padres +1.5 (-172) | Cubs -1.5 (+142)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 57%.

San Diego vs Chicago Stats

San Diego Padres

Despite being undefeated heading into the weekend series with the Cubs, the San Diego Padres have struggled to score, only managing one run in each of the first two games resulting in losses. With a record of 7-2, they are currently tied for second in the NL West, one game behind the Dodgers. In their latest game, Luis Arraez and Elias Diaz each had two hits while Fernando Tatis Jr. drove in the lone run with an RBI single. Nick Pivetta took the loss on the mound. Kyle Hart will be starting for the Padres in the upcoming game, with a record of 1-0 and a 3.60 ERA. In terms of power rankings, San Diego ranks 8th in offense and 1st in defense, with an average of 5.14 runs scored per game and 1.57 runs allowed. They currently hold a 7-1 record for the season.

Chicago Cubs Analysis

The Chicago Cubs extended their winning streak to five games by defeating the Padres on Saturday afternoon. With a record of 7-4, they currently hold the top spot in the NL Central. Carson Kelly, Dansby Swanson, and Nico Hoerner were key players in the victory, each contributing with multiple hits and runs. Matthew Boyd earned the win by pitching six scoreless innings. Ben Brown will be starting for the Cubs in their upcoming game, with a record of 1-1 and a 5.87 ERA. In terms of power ranking, the Cubs rank 11th overall and are especially strong offensively, averaging 6.67 runs per game. San Diego has won two out of their last three matchups against Chicago.

Chicago Cubs Continue Dominant Streak, Favored for Series Sweep

The Chicago Cubs have been performing exceptionally well lately, securing five consecutive wins and outscoring their opponents by a significant margin of 45-11 during this successful stretch. In his first start of the season, Brown displayed a strong performance, supported by a formidable offensive display against the A’s. The Cubs have maintained their momentum in the first two games of the current series, dominating San Diego with a scoreline of 10-2. The recent addition of Kyle Tucker has already proven to be a valuable asset for the team. On the other hand, San Diego, despite winning their first seven games, has struggled to replicate their early success in this series. While Hart emerged victorious against the Guardians, his limited experience in the majors raises some concerns. With the Cubs in peak form, they are favored to triumph in this upcoming contest and complete a season series sweep.

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