Chicago has been clicking on all cylinders lately, but the Cubbies are in for a challenge at the plate tonight when they face one of the most productive starters in the American League.
at the plate as well. The Cubs shortstop has just two hits in his last 22 plate appearances, so let’s add him to go hitless in this matchup.. The Cubs outfielder has regained his MVP form and is hitting a ridiculous .390 with a 1.107 OPS since coming out of the All-Star break. He’s also gone Over 1.5 total bases 17 times in his last 26 games.
The Blue Jays opened this interleague matchup as -160 home favorites but it’s the Cubs who have seen the early money, as Toronto has moved down to the -150 range. Despite their struggles to score with runners in scoring position, I think there is some value with the Jays here. Toronto has a big edge when it comes to starting pitching in this matchup. Berrios has been a standout for most of the season and he’s been even better lately. The right-hander owns a 2.31 ERA with a 3.35 FIP over his last six starts.
And while Assad has been reliable for the Cubbies recently, he could be in for possible regression. His FIP is a much higher 4.51 and he has a 5.40 ERA as a starter. Meanwhile, the total hit the board at 9.5 and was almost immediately bet down to 9. But as I broke down above, I still think there is plenty of value on the Under at the current number.Looking to bet on some Jays action? Join Sports Interaction, the best in Canada for new bettors.The Blue Jays have hit the Under on the full game total in 32 of their last 53 games at home for +13.50 units.
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