Chicago vs Milwaukee Brewers Predictions July 3, 2023: D. Smyly vs J. Teheran
The Chicago Cubs (38-43, 43-38 RL, 38-41-2 O/U) and the Milwaukee Brewers (45-39, 38-46 RL, 36-44-5 O/U) are set to meet in a divisional showdown at the American Family Field
Game outlook
The Chicago Cubs (38-43, 43-38 RL, 38-41-2 O/U) and the Milwaukee Brewers (45-39, 38-46 RL, 36-44-5 O/U) are set to meet in a divisional showdown at the American Family Field on Monday, 7/3/2023 @ 2:10pm EST. Drew Smyly (ERA: 4.17) will be taking the mound as the starting pitcher for the Cubs, while the Brewers will send Julio Teheran (ERA: 2.85) to the mound. Despite the Brewers trailing the season series 2-1, they are still the slight favorite, with the betting line opening at -108 and not budging since. This game should be an exciting one with both teams taking their best shot to sealing the victory.
Julio Teheran & Willy Adames Could Provide Necessary Boost for Brewers in Series with Cubs
Julio Teheran is set to take the mound for the start of the series. Despite a last outing of conceding seven runs including four home runs in 5.2 innings, the veteran has put up impressive numbers this season with a 2.85 ERA and a 0.93 WHIP alongside a 2-3 record, having pitched 41 innings. Against the Cubs, Teheran has pitched 58.2 innings, accumulating a 4.14 ERA and a 3-2 record. The Brewers are returning home after a demanding 10-game road trek, having recorded a 7-3 mark with series wins against the Guardians and Mets. This road stretch has propelled them to first place in the NL Central. Willy Adames holds the batting power the Brewers need to increase their run production. Having acquired 35 RBIs with a .662 OPS this year, the 27-year-old shortstop has only accumulated eight RBIs and a .613 OPS in the last month. In 10 at-bats against the Cubs, Adames is 2 for 10 with two RBIs. Despite the Brewers having the 28th ranked offense, they have managed to maintain a 3.99 team ERA, ranking them 13th.