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Colorado Rockies vs Chicago Predictions September 23, 2023: C. Flexen vs M. Stroman

Game time: September 23, 2023 at 2:20 PM ET

Venue: Wrigley Field — Chicago, Illinois

Article updated Sep 22, 6:16 PM EDT

By SportsJaw Editorial Team

Cubs' 2B and 3B are both out with respective hamstring and back injuries. On Saturday, the Colorado Rockies and the Chicago Cubs will face off at Wrigley Field. The start

Game outlook

Cubs' 2B and 3B are both out with respective hamstring and back injuries. On Saturday, the Colorado Rockies and the Chicago Cubs will face off at Wrigley Field. The start time will be 1:20 p.m. Central Time. The Rockies will start right-hander Chris Flexen (1-8, 7.19 ERA, 1.71 WHIP) and the Cubs will start left-hander Jordan Wicks (3-1, 2.67 ERA, 1.19 WHIP). The Cubs are the betting favorites opening at -220 and the game total line hasn't moved. Injuries to Cubs' 2B and 3B have been reported.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 9/23/2023 @ 2:20pm EST

Where: Wrigley Field Stadium Rockies vs Cubs Betting Odds Moneyline: Rockies +198 | Cubs -220

Spread: Rockies +1.5 (-115) | Cubs -1.5 (-105)

Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 69%.

Colorado Rockies

Colorado was swept by San Diego in its last series, but won two of three games against Chicago a couple of weeks ago in Denver Offensively, Colorado averages 4.46 runs (19th) and hits .249 (16th) with a .710 OPS (20th). The team has hit 146 homers (28th) and stolen 68 bases (29th) Defensively, the Rockies have compiled a 5.63 ERA (30th) and a 1.53 WHIP (30th) with 38 quality starts (28th) Sixth year pro Flexen will start in game two for Colorado; he is 1-3 with a 9.45 ERA and a 2.07 WHIP in 12 road appearances (five starts) Overall, Colorado has a power ranking of 27 and a record of 56-96

Chicago Cubs Analysis

In preparation for their upcoming matchup, Colorado will be sending out their young pitcher, Wicks. They are hoping he can bring his best as he last gave up 3 runs, 4 hits, and 4 walks in 4.1 innings. The Chicago Cubs are currently in a tie with Miami for the final NL Wild Card spot. Offensively, the Cubs rank 7th with 5.07 runs per game, 11th in hitting (.255) and 8th with a .751 OPS. Defensively, the Cubs rank 15th with a 4.11 ERA and a 1.28 WHIP, with 68 quality starts. The Cubs have an overall record of 79-74. Colorado is sending out their young left-hander Wicks for the upcoming matchup against the Cubs. Wicks last start against Arizona included three runs, four hits, and four walks in 4.1 innings.

percentage, .430 slugging percentage, and .765 OPS against left-handed starters at home. Cubs and Rockies: A Tale of Two Teams on the Run Line

The Cubs have a strong run line record at home (40-38) while the Rockies have a relatively weak run line record as underdogs (72-67). Colorado has not performed well against left-handed pitchers on the road with a .233 batting average, .291 on-base percentage, .381 slugging percentage, and .671 OPS. Against Wicks a couple of weeks ago, they again had difficulty. Meanwhile, Chicago has boasted a .260 batting average, .335 on-base

Written by Georgew Published on 09/22/2023 Category: MLB Picks

About the Author: I employ a variety of handicapping techniques and fundamentals to spot value in betting odds. These methods are tried and true and my records back it up.

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