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Cubs and Brewers Set to Face Off in Three-Game Series in Cream City; Playoff Implications at Stake

In this content, the top two baseball teams, the Chicago Cubs and the Milwaukee Brewers, are set to face off in a three-game series in Cream City. The Cubs previously played a game with the White Sox, while the Brewers finished a series with the Marlins. The Cubs currently hold a 3-2 advantage in the season series, with a rain-shortened set on June 17-19 resulting in a split. Stay tuned for our Cubs vs. Brewers prediction from MLB cappers.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cubs -110 | Brewers -106
• Spread: Cubs -1.5 (+155) | Brewers +1.5 (-180)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 52%.

Chicago Cubs

The Cubs bounced back from a tough opening game against the White Sox with wins in their final two games, including Sunday's triumph. Chicago currently holds a record of 62-43 and is tied with Milwaukee for the best record in the NL Central and the entire National League. In Sunday's game, Pete Crow-Armstrong and Nico Hoerner each contributed two RBI, with Chicago finishing with seven hits. Ben Brown earned the win after pitching five innings, allowing one run on three hits with four strikeouts. The Cubs were two of 10 with runners in scoring position and left seven men on base in the victory. Matthew Boyd will start for the Cubs in this upcoming game, boasting an 11-3 record and a 2.20 ERA this season. Boyd has been dominant in his last three starts, going 3-0 with a 0.00 ERA. He holds a 1-1 record against the Brewers with a 9.95 ERA in four career starts. Boyd has a 1-0 record at American Family Field with a 6.52 ERA in two career starts there.

Milwaukee Brewers

Milwaukee staged a late rally on Sunday, securing a walk-off victory against Miami to avoid a series sweep at home. The Brewers now hold a 62-43 record, tied with the Cubs for the top spot in the NL Central standings. The team had a total of nine hits in the game, with key RBIs from Jackson Chourio, Andrew Vaughn, and Bryce Perkins. Despite struggling with runners in scoring position, Milwaukee left 11 men on base. Brandon Woodruff had a solid outing on the mound, pitching six innings with six strikeouts. Relief pitcher Trevor Megill earned the win with a scoreless ninth inning. Jacob Misiorowski, with a 4-1 record and 2.45 ERA, will make his seventh start for the Brewers, pitching against the Cubs for the first time. In his three previous starts at American Family Field, he has been undefeated with impressive stats.

Thursday Night's Trade Deadline Trade Adds Intriguing Pitching Element to Contending Teams' Postseason Potential

Both teams involved in Thursday night's trade deadline are considered formidable contenders with the potential to excel in postseason play. The performance of two consistently reliable pitchers adds an intriguing element to the upcoming games. It is important to consider the limitations of Misiorowski's innings as he has not exceeded 97.1 innings in a professional season thus far. With a combined 92.2 innings between his time in Triple-A Nashville and the Brewers, his workload must be carefully managed. On the other hand, Boyd has already achieved a career-high in victories this season, showcasing his exceptional skills on the field. The Cubs, known for their explosive offensive prowess throughout the year, may have the upper hand in this matchup.

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