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Cubs and Brewers Set to Clash in Final Game of Series: Chicago Favored with -111 Opening Line and Expected Showdown on the Mound

The National League Central rivals, the Cubs and Brewers, will face off in the final game of their three-game series on Sunday. The Cubs dominated the opening game with a 10-0 victory on Friday. Shota Imanaga will start on the mound for the Cubs, while Freddy Peralta will start for the Brewers. Chicago is the betting favorite with a -111 opening line that has not moved. For a full breakdown and prediction of the game, be sure to check out our Cubs vs Brewers analysis.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cubs -111 | Brewers -102
• Spread: Cubs -1.5 (+154) | Brewers +1.5 (-179)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 53%.

Chicago vs Milwaukee Stats

Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs are currently leading the division with a 20-13 record, coming off a strong 10-0 win against the Brewers. They have an impressive 11-6 record on the road and lead MLB with a +62 run differential. The team ranks in the top three in offensive categories such as runs per game, batting average, OPS, HR, and stolen bases. The pitching staff is holding its own, with a team ERA of 3.98 and 11 quality starts. Shota Imanaga is set to start on Sunday with a 3-1 record, 2.77 ERA, and 1.13 WHIP. The team is ranked 5th in power rankings, excelling in offense while holding the 16th spot defensively.

Milwaukee Brewers Analysis

The Milwaukee Brewers are 16-17 after recent losses to the White Sox and Cubs. Freddy Peralta is set to start on Sunday, with a 3-2 record and 2.52 ERA this season. The Brewers rank 10th in MLB for runs per game and are 16th in batting average, 24th in home runs, but third in stolen bases. They are 9-5 in home games and have a +6 run differential overall. Currently, they are third in the NL Central and four games out of first place. In terms of power ranking, the Brewers are ranked 3rd with an offense ranked 8th and a defense ranked 18th. Chicago has recently won 2 out of 3 matchups against Milwaukee.

Brewers vs. Cubs Rivalry Heats Up: Brewers Favored in Sunday Matchup

This matchup between the Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers demonstrates a true rivalry, as each team has emerged victorious in 10 of the last 20 head-to-head contests. While the Cubs exhibited dominance in their recent game, it appears that the Brewers may present a compelling opportunity for support this upcoming Sunday. Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta boasts an impressive record of 6-2 with a 3.16 ERA in 18 career appearances against the Cubs, including a stellar 2.55 ERA in three starts against them last season. Peralta has also showcased outstanding performance this season, with a 0.69 ERA at home and a 2.45 ERA in day games. Conversely, Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga, while displaying solid overall performance, struggled significantly in his sole career start against the Brewers in the previous season. Imanaga has also demonstrated better performance in night games compared to his less impressive 4.38 ERA during the day. Based on these factors, the Brewers appear to be the favorable choice in this matchup.

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