Milwaukee (57-42) at Chi. Cubs (48-53)
- When: Jul 22 2024, 8:05 PM
- Where: Wrigley Field, Chicago
- Where to watch: ESPN+
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Milwaukee Brewers @ Chicago Cubs
Moneyline
Milwaukee Brewers -124
Chicago Cubs +104
Milwaukee Brewers @ Chicago Cubs
Runline
Milwaukee Brewers -1.5 (+135)
Chicago Cubs 1.5 (-160)
Milwaukee Brewers @ Chicago Cubs
Total
Over 8.5 (EVEN)
Under 8.5 (-120)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
- Get real-time live scores & latest betting odds here!
Probable Pitchers:
Milwaukee: Tobias Myers (6-3, 3.13)
Chi. Cubs: Javier Assad (4-3, 3.27)
Team Stats
| Brewers | Cubs | |
| 57-42 | Record | 48-53 |
| 28-25 | Away & Home | 23-26 |
| 5-5 | Last 10 | 6-4 |
| W3 | Streak | W1 |
Game Preview
Despite a rollercoaster first half, the Chicago Cubs are still in contention for a National League wild-card berth as they gear up for a three-game home series against the Milwaukee Brewers starting Monday night.
Currently 3 1/2 games behind in the wild-card race, the Cubs managed to clinch a crucial victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday. Trailing 1-0 and with only one hit by the ninth inning, Nico Hoerner sparked a late rally, doubling and scoring the tying run to break the Cubs’ 18-inning scoreless streak. He later drew a bases-loaded walk in the 10th inning to secure a 2-1 walk-off victory.
"We’ve got to win baseball games," Cubs manager Craig Counsell stated, emphasizing the slim margin for error. Counsell, who managed the Brewers from 2015-2023, highlighted the urgency of winning after failing to clinch the series against Arizona.
The Cubs showed promise by sweeping a three-game series against the AL East-leading Baltimore Orioles and splitting a four-game set with the St. Louis Cardinals just before the All-Star break—all away games. Nonetheless, they struggled in the first two games post-break against the Diamondbacks.
Reflecting on their recent road performance, Nico Hoerner from Marquee Sports Network remarked, "That road trip was really impressive and showed a lot of character. We have another big series coming up—we’re going to embrace it, have fun, and win some ballgames."
Chicago will start right-hander Javier Assad in the series opener. Assad (4-3, 3.27 ERA) had a short outing in his last start on July 13 against the Cardinals, surrendering three runs over 2 1/3 innings without a decision in a 5-4 defeat. He holds a career 3.00 ERA in three appearances against Milwaukee, including one start.
On the opposing side, the Brewers are set to start rookie right-hander Tobias Myers. Myers (6-3, 3.13 ERA) last pitched on July 10, delivering eight scoreless innings in a 9-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, demonstrating significant improvement from his 5.03 ERA in 26 starts at Double-A Biloxi last season.
MLB Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Chi. Cubs 4-3
Expert Pick: Chi. Cubs +104 & Under 8 (+100)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $408
- MLB Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
