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Chicago Cubs Favored to Win Against Colorado Rockies in Friday Matchup at Coors Field

The Colorado Rockies will face off against the Chicago Cubs on Friday at 8:40 p.m. EST in Coors Field. The Rockies, with a 55-92 record, have won 4 out of their last 10 games, while the Cubs, sitting at 75-71, are 5 games out of a playoff spot and have a 5-5 record in their last ten games. Chicago is favored to win with a -145 money line and the total runs set at 10.5. Javier Assad will be pitching for the Cubs, with a 3.14 ERA, while Austin Gomber will be on the mound for the Rockies with a 4.5 ERA. The current line has Chicago as the favorite at -141.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cubs -141 | Rockies +128
• Spread: Cubs -1.5 (+105) | Rockies +1.5 (-122)
• Total: Over/Under 10.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 59%.

Chicago vs Colorado Stats

Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs fell to the Los Angeles Dodgers with a score of 10-8, with standout performances from Cody Bellinger and Seiya Suzuki. In a busy week for trades, the Cubs acquired new players and made changes to their roster. With a record of 75-71, the Cubs rank 13th in offense, 9th in defense, and have a power ranking of 1. Javier Assad will be taking the mound as the Cubs look to bounce back from their recent defeat.

Colorado Rockies Analysis

In their latest game, the Colorado Rockies defeated the Detroit Tigers by a score of 4-2, with notable performances from Jordan Beck and Charlie Blackmon. The Rockies made some minor trades during the deadline, acquiring Luis Peralta, Bradley Blalock, and Yujanyer Herrera. Brenton Doyle leads the team in several offensive categories, while Ezequiel Tovar is close behind. Austin Gomber will start the next game for the Rockies, looking to continue their winning streak. Currently, the Rockies have a power ranking of 29 and are ranked #23 for offense in the league, with a record of 55-92. In their recent matchups with Chicago, the Rockies went 3-0.

Cubs Expected to Prevail Over Rockies Due to Gomber's Inconsistency and Bullpen Concerns

Regrettably, Gomber's inconsistency poses a significant risk for the Rockies in this home game. Chicago, who is fighting for a playoff spot, is likely to secure a victory against the Rockies, a team they have a winning streak against. The Cubs have been the more reliable team throughout the season. Despite the Rockies' recent success, their bullpen's low ranking in ERA is a cause for concern. Chicago, after challenging matches against the Dodgers and Yankees, has performed commendably. Therefore, it is anticipated that the Cubs will outshine the Rockies in this series, unless unforeseen circumstances occur.

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