Chicago vs Detroit Tigers Predictions August 21, 2023: J. Assad vs A. Faedo
The Chicago Cubs (64-59) and Detroit Tigers (57-67) are set to face each other in a three-game series in Comerica Park, which will begin at 6:40 p.m. EDT on Monday. It has
Game outlook
The Chicago Cubs (64-59) and Detroit Tigers (57-67) are set to face each other in a three-game series in Comerica Park, which will begin at 6:40 p.m. EDT on Monday. It has been since 2021 since these teams last faced each other, with the Cubs taking two of three in the Motor City. Javier Assad (ERA 3.11) will start for the Cubs, with the betting favorite for the game at -114. Alex Faedo (ERA 5.16) will start for the Tigers, with the current line set at Chicago -114. While this rivalry will likely be much more civil than a traditional meeting between the two football teams, let's see how they'll fare tonight.
Game Info
When: Monday, 8/21/2023 @ 6:40pm EST
Where: Comerica Park Stadium Cubs vs Tigers Betting Odds Moneyline: Cubs -114 | Tigers +102
Spread: Cubs -1.5 (+135) | Tigers +1.5 (-160)
Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 53%.
Chicago Cubs
The Chicago Cubs have found success since June, with a 40-28 record elevating the team into the NL's last wild-card spot. Their offense has been a major factor in their success, ranking 3rd in MLB by scoring an average of 5.42 runs per game since then. This solid offense is supported by a batting average ranked 10th, an OBP of 5th, a slugging percentage of 12th, 5th in walk rate and 6th in stolen bases. The Cubs have also achieved a power ranking of 12, scoring an average of 5.02 and allowing an average of 4.50 points per game. Pitched by veteran Javier Assad, the game could end in another Chicago win as Assad boasts impressive stats: 3.20 ERA, 1.170 WHIP, 2.14 away ERA and has thrown at least six innings in his last two starts with Chicago victories in each one. Planes aren't the only things flying overhead today! pic.twitter.com/FaEKbb83Rz