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Cubs set to face Tigers in interleague matchup with both teams leading their divisions

In this Cubs at Tigers prediction, the top teams in their respective divisions will face off in an interleague matchup on Saturday. The Cubs, leading the NL Central, will start James Taillon, while the Tigers, leading the AL Central, will start Keider Montero. The game is set for 1:10 PM EST, with the Cubs opening as the betting favorite. Stay tuned for more details and betting tips in this Cubs/Tigers prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cubs -107 | Tigers -104
• Spread: Cubs -1.5 (+153) | Tigers +1.5 (-175)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 52%.

Chicago vs Detroit Stats

Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs currently hold a five-game lead over the Cardinals in the NL Central Division, thanks to their recent strong performances. Ian Happ led the team with three hits and four RBI in a 7-1 win over the Nationals, while Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 16th home run. Righty James Taillon will be starting the second game of the weekend series, boasting a 5-3 record with impressive statistics. The Cubs have key injuries to several pitchers. With a power ranking of 2, the Cubs are ranked 1 in offense, 13 in defense, and hold a 39-23 record for the season.

Detroit Tigers Analysis

The Detroit Tigers are currently leading the AL Central Division with a six-game lead over the Twins. Despite a recent loss to the White Sox, the Tigers have won three of their last five games, with standout performances from Wenceel Perez. Right-handed pitcher Keider Montero will take the mound in the upcoming series against the Cubs, with a season record of 2-1 and an ERA of 4.02. The Tigers have won four of Montero's last five starts, and he has shown success at home with an ERA of 3.71 in four appearances. Unfortunately, the Tigers are dealing with key injuries to SP Reese Olson, SP Ty Madden, and SP Wilmar Flores. Overall, the Tigers have a power ranking of 12 and rank 5th in offense and 6th in defense, with a 41-23 record for the season. Chicago has struggled against Detroit in their last three matchups, winning only one game.

Cubs Have Edge in Pitching Matchup Against Tigers in Upcoming Series Opener

Both teams are currently leading their divisions and are off to a strong start this season. In this upcoming matchup, the Cubs have an advantage due to Taillon's consistent performance with eight quality starts, indicating he will likely pitch deeper into the game compared to Montero. On the other hand, Montero has struggled to deliver quality starts this season, with only one to his name. In addition, the Cubs have won four out of their last five games leading up to the series opener on Friday night. Although the Tigers have been performing well, the pitching mismatch in the opening game may lead to their downfall. Therefore, it is recommended to consider betting on the Cubs with the money line for this match.

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