The Chicago Cubs (12-9) and the Arizona Diamondbacks (12-7) face off in a gripping NL matchup on Friday. The Cubs are looking to bounce back after losing two of their last three games, including a 4-2 loss to the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.
On the other hand, the Diamondbacks are on fire with five consecutive victories, recently sweeping the Miami Marlins, culminating in a thrilling 6-4 win on Thursday.
For the Cubs, Colin Rea (1-0, 1.00 ERA) is expected to pitch, while Corbin Burnes (0-1, 5.28 ERA) takes the mound for the Diamondbacks.
First pitch from Wrigley Field is slated for 2:20 p.m. ET. Arizona is set as a -112 favorite on the money line (risking $112 to win $100) according to the latest betting odds, with an over/under of 11.5 runs.
Why the Cubs can cover
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Right fielder Kyle Tucker is performing exceptionally, ranking high in league RBI with 19 and a .301 batting average. He notably hit two base hits against the Padres last week.
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Nico Hoerner, the second baseman, maintains the team’s best batting average at .313, showcasing his ability to navigate the strike zone effectively.
Why the Diamondbacks can cover
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Center fielder Corbin Carroll is excelling, possessing a fluid swing and ranking 12th in batting average (.329). He is on a 10-game hitting streak.
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First baseman Josh Naylor adds power to the lineup, contributing three home runs and hitting .328.
Betting Insights
The model forecasts a total of 9.1 runs for the game, indicating a preference for the Under on the total. For those seeking betting advice, head over to SportsLine for the model’s insights.
Final Takeaway
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