Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Predictions August 1, 2023: B. Lively vs J. Steele
"Cubs Streak on the Line: Reds Take on Wrigley with Justin Steele Going for the
Game outlook
"Cubs Streak on the Line: Reds Take on Wrigley with Justin Steele Going for the Win"
Game Info
When: Tuesday, 8/1/2023 @ 8:05pm EST
Where: Wrigley Field Stadium Reds vs Cubs Odds & Probabilities Moneyline: Reds +145 | Cubs -164
Spread: Reds +1.5 (-149) | Cubs -1.5 (+124)
Total: Over/Under 8.25 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 62%.
The Cincinnati Reds and Chicago Cubs get set for game two of their four-game series at Wrigley on Tuesday night with the Reds battling with the Brewers for the top spot in the division and the Cubs streaking into wildcard contention. Starting for the Reds will be righty Ben Lively (4-6, 3.76) and for the Cubs lefty Justin Steele (11-3, 2.87) with the first pitch scheduled for 8:10 PM EST. The Cubs are the betting favorites, opening at -164 and the line hasn't moved.
Cincinnati Reds
The Cincinnati Reds have been far exceeding expectations in 2023 with the team sitting 1.5 games ahead of the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central Division. Despite being predicted to fall back to the pack, the Reds have had success due to an explosive offense and timely pitching. As the trade deadline looms, fans remain hopeful of a major trade. On Monday night, the Reds defeated the Cubs 6-5 with the help of starting pitcher Ben Lively (4-6 in 13 appearances this season). Lively, who has not yet faced the Cubs this season, is proud of an 8.3 K/9 rate and a 1.21 WHIP in 67 innings of work. The Reds have a power ranking of 12, ranked #10 in offense, scoring an average of 4.82 points per game, #23 in defense, allowing an average of 4.88 points, and a record of 75-87. Injury wise, Jonathan India is the only absentee from the Reds squad.