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Cardinals Gear Up to Extend Winning Streak Against Cubs at Wrigley Field

This weekend will see the St. Louis Cardinals take on the Chicago Cubs in a three-game series at Wrigley Field. The Cardinals, with a record of 32-34, will be looking to continue their previous success over the Cubs, while Chicago, with a record of 33-35, will be seeking to even the score. The first game will take place on Friday at 2:20 p.m. EDT, with Kyle Gibson starting for the Cardinals and Jordan Wicks starting for the Cubs. Chicago is currently favored to win with the betting line at -118.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cardinals +106 | Cubs -118
• Spread: Cardinals +1.5 (-203) | Cubs -1.5 (+170)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 54%.

St. Louis vs Chicago Stats

St. Louis Cardinals

St. Louis Cardinals are currently in a tight wild-card race in the senior circuit, with solid pitching being their saving grace. Kyle Gibson will start on Friday, aiming to improve his team's fortunes after allowing runs in previous starts. St. Louis' relievers have the MLB's seventh-best FIP, giving hope for a win against the Cubs. However, the Cardinals lack offensive production, ranking low in several key stats such as batting average, OBP, and slugging. With a power ranking of 17 and a record of 33-34, St. Louis will need to increase their run production to support their pitching staff effectively.

Chicago Cubs Analysis

In May, the Cubs have faced challenges and are currently 7.0 games back in the NL Central. Their offense needs to improve, especially against division rivals where they are 8-15. Although their scoring at home is slightly better, their overall batting statistics are lacking, ranking 25th in batting average and 20th in slugging percentage. The pitching rotation has been decent, but the bullpen may struggle if Friday's game becomes a bullpen game. Despite their current difficulties, the Cubs have recently had success against St. Louis. Bettors may find potential opportunities and promotions related to the team.

St. Louis Cardinals poised to extend winning streak against struggling Chicago Cubs bullpen

Chicago's pitching staff presents uncertainties, particularly with a bullpen ranking low in key statistics such as WAR, ERA, and FIP. In contrast, Kyle Gibson of St. Louis arrives with a respectable 3.19 road ERA. The Cardinals' relief pitchers boast the league's seventh-best FIP, indicating their ability to maintain a competitive edge. It is likely that Gibson and the Cardinals will be effective in neutralizing Chicago's offense, which primarily relies on walks for success. As the game progresses, the Cubs may struggle with their bullpen, leading to a challenging situation for their relievers. The data suggests that St. Louis is poised to secure a fourth consecutive victory against the Cubs, extending their winning streak to 3-0 for the season.

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