Chicago vs Arizona Diamondbacks Predictions September 16, 2023: K. Hendricks vs Z. Davies
Arizona is 6-4 in their last 10 games against the Cubs. Saturday's game is the second in a three-game series, with the Cubs (78-69) leading the Diamondbacks (76-72) for the
Game outlook
Arizona is 6-4 in their last 10 games against the Cubs. Saturday's game is the second in a three-game series, with the Cubs (78-69) leading the Diamondbacks (76-72) for the NL Wildcard spot.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 9/16/2023 @ 8:10pm EST
Where: Chase Field Stadium Cubs vs Diamondbacks Betting Odds Moneyline: Cubs -115 | Diamondbacks +105
Spread: Cubs -1.5 (+150) | Diamondbacks +1.5 (-173)
Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 53%.
Chicago Cubs
• Offensively, the Cubs are averaging 5.01 runs per game, with a batting average of .254 (11th in league), .329 OBP (9th in league) and .419 SLG (12th in league). • Led by Cody Bellinger (.316, 25 HRs, 90 RBIs), the Cubs' offense is powering this team. • Defensively, the Cubs give up 4.38 runs per game, with a .243 batting average against (13th in league) and a 4.03 ERA (12th in league). • In his last start, Kyle Hendricks gave up seven hits and two runs in 5.2 innings, leading to a 5-2 win over the Diamondbacks.
Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis
Summary: - Arizona Diamondbacks currently have a power ranking of 15 and a record of 76-72 - Offense - 14th in the league, scoring an average of 4.61 runs per game - Defense - 20th in the league, giving up an average of 4.77 points per game - Currently tied with Cincinnati and San Francisco for third and final NL Wildcard spot - Christian Walker leads the team with 30 home runs and 91 RBI - Corbin Carroll leads the team with a .278 batting average - In their last 3 matchups against Chicago, Arizona went 2-1