Arizona Diamondbacks vs Chicago Predictions September 8, 2023: Z. Gallen vs J. Taillon
On Friday, the Arizona Diamondbacks (73-68, 74-66 RL, 61-72-7 O/U) and the Chicago Cubs (76-65, 73-67 RL, 71-65-4 O/U) continue their four-game series. The Diamondbacks hold
Game outlook
On Friday, the Arizona Diamondbacks (73-68, 74-66 RL, 61-72-7 O/U) and the Chicago Cubs (76-65, 73-67 RL, 71-65-4 O/U) continue their four-game series. The Diamondbacks hold the edge heading in, having posted a 4-3 record against the Cubs last season and a 6-2 win on Thursday. They will start Zac Gallen (ERA: 3.48), the betting favorite opening at -115, while the Cubs counter with Jameson Taillon (ERA: 5.65). The line remains at -115.
Game Info
When: Friday, 9/8/2023 @ 2:20pm EST
Where: Wrigley Field Stadium Diamondbacks vs Cubs Betting Odds Moneyline: Diamondbacks -115 | Cubs +105
Spread: Diamondbacks -1.5 (+150) | Cubs +1.5 (-180)
Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Arizona will win straight-up is 53%.
Arizona Diamondbacks
Zac Gallen will be on the mound for the Arizona Diamondbacks as they start a series against the Cubs. Gallen recently had a tough outing, given up 6 runs on 9 hits in 5.1 innings in his last start, but is maintaining a solid 3.48 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and a 14-7 record this season. Despite these promising stats, Gallen is only 1-1 against the Cubs in 20.2 innings, with a 4.35 ERA. The Diamondbacks are 0.5 games out of the last wildcard spot and are 4-6 in their last 10 games. The offense is ranked 14th, averaging 4.69 runs per game, while the pitching staff is ranked 23rd with an average of 4.65 runs allowed per game. Christian Walker is performing especially well recently, earning 2 home runs and 4 RBI in the last 5 games, with a 1.1 OPS for the month. Walker had a .653 OPS against the Cubs last season. The team is currently 73-68. Bunny hops. 🐰 pic.twitter.com/9yBVrQMYY7