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Giants set to face Cubs in exciting Monday matchup with pitching advantage for Chicago

The San Francisco Giants and Chicago Cubs will face off on Monday, May 5 in what promises to be an exciting matchup. The Giants, with a record of 22-13, have won five of their last eight games and are coming off a strong series against the Rockies. The Cubs, at 21-14, boast the best offense in baseball. Landen Roupp will be on the mound for the Giants, while Matthew Boyd will start for the Cubs. The first pitch is scheduled for 7:40 P.M. EST, with Chicago opening as the betting favorite at -143, with the current line at Chicago -145.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Giants +125 | Cubs -145
• Spread: Giants +1.5 (-175) | Cubs -1.5 (+150)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 59%.

San Francisco vs Chicago Stats

San Francisco Giants

San Francisco is currently 22-13 overall, putting them in third place in the National League West Division. They are 1.5 games behind the Dodgers for first place. The Giants have a record of 10-8 when playing away games and have won five of their last eight games. Their recent victory over the Rockies saw Willy Adames hitting two home runs and Logan Webb pitching a strong 7.0 innings. Landen Roupp will be starting for the Giants in their upcoming game, boasting a 2-2 record and 5.10 ERA in six starts this season. The Giants have had some struggles on offense, hitting .231 as a team and ranking 10th in scoring. Despite this, they have a strong defense, allowing an average of 3.73 points per game against them. Their overall power ranking is 12, with a 21-13 record for the season.

Chicago Cubs Analysis

The Chicago Cubs currently have a record of 21-14, putting them in first place in the National League Central Division. They are three games ahead of the Reds for the top spot in the division. Despite a recent loss to the Brewers, the Cubs have won four of their last six games and secured a series victory over their divisional rival. Starting pitcher Shota Imanaga gave up two runs in their last game. Matthew Boyd will start against the Giants with a 2-2 record and a 2.70 ERA in six starts this season. The Cubs have one of the best offenses in baseball, leading in batting average and hits. They are hitting .262 and averaging nearly six runs per game. The Cubs have a power ranking of 5 and are ranked first for offense. San Francisco recently went 1-2 against Chicago in their last three matchups.

San Francisco Giants Face Uphill Battle Against Chicago Cubs Due to Pitching Disadvantage

The San Francisco Giants are entering their upcoming game against the Chicago Cubs with a strong sense of momentum following their recent victory over the Colorado Rockies. Despite this success, the Giants will be facing challenges with Landen Roupp set to start, who has a season ERA of 5.10 in six starts. In comparison, the Cubs will be starting Matthew Boyd, who boasts a 2.70 ERA. This matchup may prove advantageous for the Cubs, as they possess a high-powered offense that leads the league in both batting average and runs scored. Adding to the Giants' struggles is their difficulty against left-handed pitchers, with a batting average of .220 this season. As a result, the Cubs are poised to secure a victory with only a few runs. Betting on Chicago to cover the spread would be a strategic choice.

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