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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago Cubs, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Thursday, April 20th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Dodgers vs. Cubs
The Dodgers take on the Cubs on Thursday, April 20th 2023 at Wrigley Field, Chicago. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Los Angeles Dodgers (9-10) vs. Chicago Cubs (11-6)
- Date: Thursday, April 20th 2023
- Time: 7:40 ET
- Venue: Wrigley Field, Chicago
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Heading into today's game against Chicago, the Dodgers have a record of just 9-10. This places the team 2nd in the NL West. The Dodgers will need a win in today's game to move their record on the road (3-4) above the .500 mark.
Los Angeles' record against the runline stands at 8-11, even though they have been favored in 18 of their 19 games. The team's over/under record comes in at 9-9 with an average betting line of 8.
Dodgers starter Michael Grove comes into the game with a record of just 0-1. Against the Cubs, Michael Grove is hoping to improve on his current ERA of 9.00. In today's game, he will look to do a better job limiting base runners, as his batting average allowed sits at .302. Opposing hitters have gone deep one time against Michael Grove, who has a WOBA allowed of .358. Grove's WHIP of 1.61 comes along with a total of five walks allowed.
Los Angeles comes into this game with a strong offensive unit, averaging 5.2 runs per game, good for 5th in the MLB. The Dodgers have been able to drive in runs at an above average rate as their team batting average of .232 ranks 21st in the league. In total, the team has hit 33 home runs (2nd), making up for their mediocre batting average. Los Angeles' overall OBP of .334 is good for 10th in the league.
Chicago Cubs - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Chicago Cubs enter play ranked 3rd in the NL Central with an overall record of 11-6. So far, Chicago has been tough at Wrigley Field, putting together a mark of 5-4.
With an above .500 record against the runline at 12-5, Chicago has been favored 58.8% of the time this season. The team's over/under record comes in at 9-8 with an average betting line of 8.
Cubs starter Jameson Taillon comes into the game with a record of just 0-2. Jameson Taillon will take the mound with an ERA of 4.50. To date, he has a batting average allowed of .268. In terms of power numbers, Jameson Taillon has yet to give up a home run and enters with a WOBA allowed of .317. Taillon has a WHIP of 1.36, with four walks allowed.
On the season, Chicago boasts the 3rd-ranked scoring offense, averaging 5.9 runs per game. The Cubs are enjoying offensive success as their team batting average ranks 3rd at .283. Overall, the team has hit 21 home runs, placing them 12th. To date, Chicago has the MLB's 4th best OBP at .347.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Dodgers vs. Cubs
Heading into today's matchup between Chicago and Los Angeles, the Cubs are the betting favorite at -119 on the moneyline. Chicago's implied win probability sits at 54.34%. The MLB predictive model shows Chicago pulling out a close win over the Dodgers. It is recommended to take the Cubs Moneyline on the moneyline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Cubs Moneyline
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