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Chicago Cubs Look to Secure Victory Against Declining Philadelphia Phillies in Series Finale

In this article, we analyze the upcoming final game of a three-game series between the Chicago Cubs and the Philadelphia Phillies in Philadelphia. The Phillies won the opening game in walk-off fashion, and now both teams are looking for a crucial victory. Ben Brown will start for the Cubs, while Jesus Luzardo will take the mound for the Phillies. Philadelphia is favored to win at -120, with the betting line remaining steady. Stay tuned for the outcome of the middle game of the series before making your final predictions.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cubs +109 | Phillies -120
• Spread: Cubs +1.5 (-192) | Phillies -1.5 (+158)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 55%.

Chicago vs Philadelphia Stats

Chicago Cubs

In a recent game, Chicago Cubs fell in extra innings in a walk-off loss despite being outhit by their opponent. The team currently boasts a 40-26 record and holds a four-game lead on the Cardinals for the top spot. Chicago struggled against Philadelphia, being held to five hits with no player having more than one. Pitcher Matthew Boyd had a solid performance, throwing six innings and allowing two runs. Despite the efforts of Kyle Tucker and Ian Happ, who both homered in the game, the Cubs went one for eight with runners in scoring position. In the upcoming finale, Ben Brown will make his 14th appearance of the season for the Cubs. With a power ranking of 2, Chicago ranks 1 in offense, scoring an average of 5.58 runs per game, and 11 in defense, allowing an average of 3.97 runs against them per game.

Philadelphia Phillies Analysis

The Philadelphia Phillies ended a four-game losing streak by winning the opening game of the series in extra innings on Monday night. They currently have a 38-28 record and are in second place in the NL East, four games behind the Mets. Philadelphia had a strong offensive performance against Chicago on Monday, with 16 hits and key contributions from Otto Kemp and Nick Castellanos. Pitcher Zack Wheeler had a solid outing, but did not factor in the decision. Carlos Hernandez earned the win in relief. Jesus Luzardo will start the next game for the Phillies, looking to improve on his recent performances. Overall, the Phillies have a power ranking of 26, ranking 9th in offense and 20th in defense. In their last three matchups, Chicago has won all three games against Philadelphia.

Pitching Matchup Holds Promise for Cubs Against Declining Phillies

The upcoming match between the two teams holds promise due to the contrasting performances of the starting pitchers. Brown has demonstrated exceptional skill recently, with a notable shutout against the Reds and a commendable performance against the Tigers. Contrarily, Luzardo has struggled in recent games, allowing an alarming number of runs and hits, resulting in a significant increase in his ERA. While the Phillies are formidable opponents, they are currently experiencing a decline in performance. Therefore, it is advisable to approach Luzardo's pitching cautiously until he shows signs of improvement. With this in mind, the Cubs are likely to secure a victory in this matchup.

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