San Francisco Giants vs Chicago Predictions September 5, 2023: R. Walker vs K. Hendricks
The San Francisco Giants (70-68) take on the Chicago Cubs (74-64) in the second of a three-game series on Tuesday night, with the Cubs leading the season series 3-1. Giants
Game outlook
The San Francisco Giants (70-68) take on the Chicago Cubs (74-64) in the second of a three-game series on Tuesday night, with the Cubs leading the season series 3-1. Giants will likely be relying on their bullpen, while the Cubs will counter with Kyle Hendricks (ERA: 3.75). Chicago is the betting favorite opening at -148, with no line movement, and the over/under sits at 57-77-3 for the Giants and 71-63-4 for the Cubs.
Game Info
When: Tuesday, 9/5/2023 @ 7:40pm EST
Where: Wrigley Field Stadium Giants vs Cubs Betting Odds Moneyline: Giants +125 | Cubs -148
Spread: Giants +1.5 (-160) | Cubs -1.5 (+130)
Total: Over/Under 11 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 60%.
San Francisco Giants
The San Francisco Giants are going with a bullpen start, featuring Sean Manaea and Jake Junis. Manaea has a 4.96 ERA and a 1.32 WHIP, and Junis has a 3.87 ERA and a 1.29 WHIP. The Giants have been struggling in the last month but still hold a wildcard spot, with a 4-6 record in their last 10 clashes. Thairo Estrada leads the team in hits, with 41 RBIs, but San Francisco averages 4.26 runs per game, while allowing 4.30, and have a power ranking of 24 and a season record of 70-68.  The San Francisco Giants are featuring Sean Manaea and Jake Junis in a bullpen start. Manaea has a 4.96 ERA and 1.32 WHIP, and Junis has a 3.87 ERA and 1.29 WHIP. The Giants have a 4-6 record in their last 10 and hold a wildcard spot. Thairo Estrada leads the team in hits and has 41 RBIs. San Francisco averages 4.26 runs per game, while allowing 4.30, and have a power ranking of 24 and a season record of 70-68. Career-high home runs ✅ pic.twitter.com/KpABKeTCf7