Arizona Diamondbacks vs Chicago Cubs Betting Picks & Predictions
On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs will conclude their series against the Arizona Diamondbacks with a 2:20 PM Eastern first pitch. The teams have split the last four games, with
Game outlook
On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs will conclude their series against the Arizona Diamondbacks with a 2:20 PM Eastern first pitch. The teams have split the last four games, with each team earning two wins. Brandon Pfaadt with an ERA of 3.97 is set to start for the Diamondbacks, while Shota Imanaga with an ERA of 2.97 will take the mound for the Cubs. Chicago is the favored team with a -126 opening betting line that has remained unchanged. Please note that this information was provided prior to Saturday's game.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Diamondbacks +116 | Cubs -126
Spread: Diamondbacks +1.5 (-196) | Cubs -1.5 (+169)
Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 56%.
Arizona Diamondbacks
In game one, the Arizona Diamondbacks scored five runs on 12 hits, with Gabriel Moreno leading the way going 3-5. Christian Walker contributed two RBI. Ryne Nelson had a solid start, allowing one run on three hits over 5.2 innings and striking out nine. RHP Brandon Pfaadt is set to start on Sunday, coming off a strong performance where he allowed three runs over seven innings. Pfaadt has a 4-6 record with a 3.97 ERA this season. Arizona's offense is ranked 4th in the league, averaging 4.97 runs per game and hitting .255 as a team. They have been hitting better on the road and have seen an improvement in extra-base hits and home runs in July. The team has also excelled in walks received and strikeouts per game, allowing them to consistently get runners home. Overall, Arizona has a power ranking of 3, sits at 4th in offense, 24th in defense, and holds a record of 86-76 this season.