The Chicago Cubs open a four-game set against the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday, something that should make Cubbies fans excited. The Cubs have gone 10-3 SU in their past 13 series-Sportsbook games, including winning each of their past three while averaging 6.0 runs per game.
Jake Arrieta will make this start after leaving his most recent outing following a strained hamstring. The former Cy Young Sportsbook pitched a bullpen session on Tuesday and pronounced himself good to go for this one after missing more than two weeks. Arrieta could not ask for a better team to return against, as he has allowed just three earned runs in 13.0 innings against the Brewers this season.
The Brewers chose to give Zach Davies an extra day of rest entering this start. The 24-year-old dominated the Cubs in his most recent outing against the club, allowing just one earned run and needing only 89 pitches to get through 7.0 innings of work.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The moneyline was hovering in the range of 124 for the Milwaukee Brewers in this one over at Sportsbook. The OVER/UNDER number was sitting near 8.5 at Sportsbook.
OddsShark prediction models pick the Cubs to win this game 4.5-3.9. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.
Chicago Cubs vs Milwaukee Brewers Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Milwaukee Brewers bring a 81-71 record to the battle against the 84-67 Cubs. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Milwaukee vs Chicago injuries news.
According to MLB Power Rankings here, it's the No. 8-ranked Milwaukee Brewers and the No. 7-rated Chicago Cubs in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
At the plate, Milwaukee owns the No. 22 ranking for hits at 8.41 per game. By contrast, the Chicago Cubs are rated No. 16 in the same category at 8.67 per game.
Chicago brings the No. 11-rated defense to this matchup, facing the Brewers' No. 8-ranked defense.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Cubs endured an 8-1 loss at the hands of the Rays on Wednesday, with Jon Lester throwing 4.1 innings of 8-hit ball at Tropicana Field.
The Brewers endured a 6-4 loss at the hands of the Pirates on Wednesday, with Aaron Wilkerson throwing 2.1 innings of 4-hit ball at PNC Park.
Next Betting Matchups
Chicago at Milwaukee, Friday, September 22