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Cubs Favored to Win in Exciting Rivalry Matchup Against Cardinals on Fourth of July

Get ready for an exciting rivalry matchup between the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs on the Fourth of July. The Cardinals, with a 47-41 record, are looking to bounce back after being swept by the Pirates. On the other hand, the Cubs, leading the NL Central with a 52-35 record, have been on a hot streak winning six of their last eight games. Miles Mikolas will be on the mound for the Cardinals, while the Cubs will start Colin Rea. The game is set to start at 2:20 P.M. EST, with Chicago opening as the betting favorite at -154. Stay tuned for a competitive game between these two talented teams.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cardinals +134 | Cubs -154
• Spread: Cardinals +1.5 (-150) | Cubs -1.5 (+129)
• Total: Over/Under 10 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 61%.

St. Louis vs Chicago Stats

St. Louis Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals currently have a record of 47-41 overall and are in third place in the National League Central division, trailing the Cubs by five games. They hold the final wild card spot in the National League, one game ahead of the Giants. The Cardinals have a 21-24 record on the road and have won 10 of their last 16 games, despite a recent three-game losing streak against the Pirates. Miles Mikolas will start for the Cardinals, with a 4-5 record and a 4.76 ERA in 16 starts this season. The team is 8-8 when Mikolas starts and have won eight of his last 11 games. St. Louis is hitting .253 this season, ranking 11th in the league, with the second-most doubles. In terms of power rankings, the Cardinals are ranked 12th overall, 9th in offense, and 15th in defense, scoring an average of 4.63 runs per game and allowing 4.21 runs against them per game.

Chicago Cubs Analysis

The Chicago Cubs have a record of 52-35 and are currently in first place in the National League Central division. They are four games ahead of the Brewers and three games behind the Dodgers in the National League. The Cubs have a strong home record of 28-15 and have won six of their last eight games. In their most recent game, they won 1-0 against the Guardians, completing a three-game sweep. Colin Rea will start for the Cubs against the Cardinals, with a record of 5-3 and a 4.37 ERA. The Cubs have a 12-4 record when Rea starts. They have a strong offense, ranking second in scoring and fifth in batting average, and have hit the fourth most home runs in the league. Against the NL Central, they have a .261 batting average and a .278 average in four games against the Cardinals. The Cubs currently have a power ranking of 16 and are considered the second-best team in terms of offense. They are scoring an average of 5.39 runs per game and giving up an average of 4.13 runs per game on defense. In their last three matchups, the St. Louis Cardinals won two out of three games against the Cubs.

Chicago Cubs Poised for Victory Against Struggling St. Louis Cardinals

The Chicago Cubs have proven to be a formidable force in the National League Central division, currently holding a lead just behind the Dodgers for the top spot in the NL. Their recent performance, including a three-game sweep of the Guardians, showcases their strength. In the upcoming game, Colin Rea will be taking the mound with a home ERA of 4.53 and a track record of six wins in his last nine starts. On the other hand, the St. Louis Cardinals have been struggling, recently being swept by the Pirates and maintaining a .219 batting average when facing NL Central teams. With a record of 8-8 when Mikolas has started this season, the Cardinals may face challenges against the Cubs' formidable offense. The Cubs are poised to secure a high-scoring victory in this matchup. Wagering on the Cubs to cover is a prudent choice.

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