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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds, 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 Saturday, September 2nd 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Cubs vs. Reds
The Cubs take on the Reds on Saturday, September 2nd 2023 at Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Chicago Cubs (72-63) vs. Cincinnati Reds (70-67)
- Date: Saturday, September 2nd 2023
- Time: 6:40 ET
- Venue: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati
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Chicago Cubs - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Chicago Cubs enter play ranked 2nd in the NL Central with an overall record of 72-63. On the season, the Cubs have an above .500 road record, at 35-32.
With an above .500 record against the runline at 70-65, Chicago has been favored 53.3% of the time this season. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 68-61.
Chicago starter Javier Assad takes the mound with an overall record of 3-2. Leading up to the game, Javier Assad has an ERA of just 2.96. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .214 against him. Javier Assad has given up nine home runs leading to a WOBA allowed of .287. Assad has a WHIP of 1.20, with 32 walks allowed.
Chicago enters play averaging 5 runs per game, placing them 6th in the MLB. The Cubs are enjoying offensive success as their team batting average ranks 12th at .252. So far, the team has put together a strong home-run hitting lineup ranking 11th in home runs, with a total of 162 deep shots. Throughout the season, Chicago's batters have been excellent at getting on base, posting the 6th best OBP of .328.
Cincinnati Reds - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
As the Cincinnati Reds host the Chicago Cubs, they have a record of 70-67, placing them 3rd in the NL Central. In their 67 games at Great American Ball Park, the Reds have a record of just 32-35.
Despite being favored 34 times in 137 games, Cincinnati has managed to maintain an above .500 record against the runline. The team has an over/under record of 66-71, with an average betting line of 9.
Cincinnati pitcher Andrew Abbott gets the start, looking to pick up another win, as his current record sits at 8-4. Coming into play, Cincinnati Reds has put together an ERA of 3.35. On the season, he has held opposing hitters to a batting average of just .226. Opposing hitters have gone deep 12 times against Andrew Abbott, who has a WOBA allowed of .298. Abbott has a WHIP of 1.22, with 34 walks allowed.
Cincinnati comes into this game with a strong offensive unit, averaging 4.7 runs per game, good for 10th in the MLB. Heading into play, the Reds are the 15th-ranked unit in team batting average. Combined, the team is batting .246. Things have been going slightly better in the power department, as Cincinnati has gone deep 155 times, placing them 15th in the league. To date, Cincinnati has the MLB's 11th best OBP at .323.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Cubs vs. Reds
Heading into today's matchup between Chicago and Cincinnati, the Cubs are the betting favorite at -115 on the moneyline. Chicago's implied win probability sits at 53.49%. The MLB predictive model shows the Cubs pitching to carry the team to a win. For aggressive bettors, there is enough of an advantage to take Chicago on the runline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Cubs -1.5
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