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Chicago Cubs Look to Dominate Pirates with Boyd on the Mound at Wrigley Field

In this upcoming Pirates at Cubs matchup, the Cubs will be hosting the Pirates at Wrigley Field. The Cubs, who hold the top spot in the NL Central Division, will be facing off against the last-place Pirates. The pitching duel will feature Mike Burrows for the Pirates and Matthew Boyd for the Cubs. The game is set to start at 2:20 PM EST, with the Cubs opening as the favorite at -222. If you're looking to place a bet on this game, be sure to check out our top picks to help boost your bankroll.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates +195 | Cubs -220
• Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-114) | Cubs -1.5 (-105)
• Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 69%.

Pittsburgh vs Chicago Stats

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates continue to struggle as the season progresses, with trade rumors circulating about former overall #1 pick Paul Skenes. Despite fending off offers, the team may need to consider moving on from Skenes to improve a struggling roster. The Pirates recently won a close game against the Cubs in 10 innings, with Isiah Kiner-Falefa's sacrifice fly securing the victory. Starter Paul Skenes pitched 5.1 scoreless innings in the win. The team hopes to build on this momentum in the next game with Mike Burrows on the mound, who is looking for his first quality start. The Pirates have won three of Burrows' last four starts. The team is faced with key injuries to 1B Endy Rodriguez and RP Colin Holderman. Despite their struggles, the Pirates are ranked 29th in offense, 12th in defense, and hold a record of 28-42 for the season.

Chicago Cubs Analysis

The Chicago Cubs are off to a strong start this season, leading the NL Central Division with impressive hitting and nearing 100 home runs as a team. After a recent road trip, they returned home but suffered a close 2-1 loss to the Pirates in 10 innings in their first game back. The Cubs have a solid record of 20-11 at Wrigley Field and will look to bounce back in the next game, with lefty Matthew Boyd taking the mound. Boyd has had a successful season so far with a 5-3 record and impressive stats. Despite some key injuries, the Cubs remain a strong contender with a power ranking of 2 and ranking second in offense. The upcoming matchup against the Pirates follows a recent 2-1 record in their last three matchups.

Chicago Cubs Return Home Eager to Dominate Burrows and Maintain Momentum

The Chicago Cubs are returning home following a challenging road trip and are eager to regain their momentum. After a difficult game against Skenes, the team is optimistic about their upcoming match against Burrows. Burrows struggled in his previous road start, conceding five runs in under four innings and allowing four home runs in four outings. This performance may prove detrimental against the Cubs, particularly in the anticipated warm weather at Wrigley Field. On the other hand, Cubs' starting pitcher Boyd boasts a perfect 5-0 record in home games, with an impressive ERA below 3.00 for the season. He has also recorded 70 strikeouts in 74 innings. With Boyd's strong pitching and the support of the Cubs' potent offense, the team is favored to win by a margin of 1.5 runs.

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