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Chicago Cubs Favored as they Face St. Louis Cardinals in Second Game of Series - Battle of Pitchers Pallante and Imanaga

The St. Louis Cardinals will face off against the Chicago Cubs in the second game of a three-game series on Saturday evening. Andre Pallante will be starting for the Cardinals, while Shota Imanaga will be on the mound for the Cubs. The Cardinals currently lead the season series 3-0. Chicago is the betting favorite with the opening line at -167 and the current line at Chicago -171.

Betting Odds

  • Moneyline: Cardinals +154 | Cubs -171
  • Spread: Cardinals +1.25 (-71) | Cubs -1.25 (-123)
  • Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
  • Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 63%.

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St. Louis Cardinals

Andre Pallante will be starting for the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday evening. Pallante has been performing well, with two scoreless outings in his last three games and a solid 4.88 ERA and 1.58 WHIP for the season. The Cardinals have been struggling to break out but are currently holding the last wildcard spot. The team's pitching has been solid, allowing only seven runs in their recent series against the Pirates. Nolan Gorman has been a standout player, hitting 15 home runs and 33 RBIs this season. St. Louis is averaging 3.93 runs per game and has a 4.00 ERA. If you need help with betting on baseball, consider reaching out to the Best MLB handicappers for assistance.

Chicago Cubs Analysis

Shota Imanaga is expected to start the upcoming game based on his recent strong performance, despite a minor stumble in previous outings. The rookie pitcher has been impressive this season with a 1.96 ERA and 6-1 record. Chicago Cubs, who have struggled offensively recently, are looking to improve their performance. Michael Busch and Seiya Suzuki have been standout players for the team, contributing significantly to the offense. Chicago Cubs has a power ranking of 25 and ranks 19th in offense, scoring an average of 4.23 runs per game. St. Louis has struggled in recent matchups against Chicago, losing their last three games. Be sure to check out the latest betting opportunities and sportsbook promos for an exciting game.

Chicago Cubs Showcase Strong Home Record, Pitcher Shota Imanaga Dominates on Mound

The St. Louis Cardinals have demonstrated inconsistency on the road, losing two out of their last three road series. In contrast, the Chicago Cubs have maintained a reputable 18-14 record at Wrigley Field. Cardinals pitcher Andre Pallante has experienced fluctuations in performance, as evidenced by allowing six runs in his most recent outing. With a career WHIP of 1.49, Pallante has shown susceptibility to surrendering hits and walks. On the other hand, Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga has displayed consistent dominance, conceding two or fewer runs in the majority of his outings this season. Imanaga boasts an impressive 1.31 ERA and holds a 2-0 record at Wrigley Field. Chicago has emerged victorious in all but two of Imanaga's appearances this year.

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