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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 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 Monday, June 19th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Cubs vs. Pirates
The Cubs take on the Pirates on Monday, June 19th 2023 at PNC Park, Pittsburgh. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Chicago Cubs (33-38) vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (34-36)
- Date: Monday, June 19th 2023
- Time: 7:05 ET
- Venue: PNC Park, Pittsburgh
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Chicago Cubs - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Heading into today's game against Pittsburgh, the Cubs have a record of just 33-38. This places the team 4th in the NL Central. The Cubs hope to avoid dropping below .500 when playing on the road, as they are currently 13-21.
Across their 71 games, Chicago has been favored 34 times, yet their record against the runline is above .500. With an average betting line of 8 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 35-34.
Chicago starter Drew Smyly takes the mound with an overall record of 6-4. Through 14 outings, Drew Smyly has an ERA sitting at 3.59. On the season, he has held opposing hitters to a batting average of just .240. So far, Smyly has given up 11 home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .304. Smyly's WHIP of 1.20 comes along with a total of 21 walks allowed.
Chicago's offense enters play with the 15th-ranked scoring offense, averaging 4.5 runs per game. Through 71 games, the Cubs have the 13th-ranked batting average at .244. In terms of home runs, Chicago ranks 14th, with a total of 79 long balls. Chicago's overall OBP of .326 is good for 9th in the league.
Pittsburgh Pirates - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Chicago hoping to improve on their record of just 34-36, placing them 3rd in the NL Central. In their 34 games at PNC Park, the Pirates have a strong record of 18-16.
Pittsburgh's record against the runline, while being favored 19 times in 70 games, sits at 34-36. The team has an over/under record of 35-33, with an average betting line of 9.
Osvaldo Bido will take the mound having yet to factor into a decision, still sitting with a record of 0-0. So far, Osvaldo Bido has put together an outstanding ERA of 2.25. In today's game, he will look to do a better job limiting base runners, as his batting average allowed sits at .250. In terms of power numbers, Osvaldo Bido has yet to give up a home run and enters with a WOBA allowed of .303. With a total of three walks, Bido has a WHIP of 1.75.
On offense, Pittsburgh comes into the game averaging 4.3 runs per game, placing them in a group of teams near the league average. Through 70 games, the Pirates have the 12th-ranked batting average at .245. The team's lineup has gone deep a total of 67 times, good for 18th in the league. To date, Pittsburgh has the MLB's 10th best OBP at .323.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Cubs vs. Pirates
Heading into today's matchup between Chicago and Pittsburgh, the Cubs are the betting favorite at -123 on the moneyline. Chicago's implied win probability sits at 55.16%. The MLB predictive model shows Chicago picking up the win. For aggressive bettors, there is enough of an edge to take the Cubs on the runline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Cubs -1.5
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