Philadelphia Phillies at Chicago Cubs 5/21/19 - MLB Betting Picks & Odds
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Chicago Cubs
MLB: 7:05 PM EST
May. 21, 2019
TV: ESPN
Latest Odds : CHC -128
The Philadelphia Phillies are set to visit Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois for a National League clash against the Chicago Cubs. The Philadelphia Phillies come into this matchup with a 27-19 record, and they will be looking to continue their success after closing their recent series against the Colorado Rockies with a win, 7-5. Jerad Eickhoff received the starting nod for the Philadelphia Phillies, and he struggled as he gave up 4 earned runs in 5 innings. Bryce Harper had a big game from the plate for the Philadelphia Phillies as he contributed 1 HR and 3 RBIs.
The Philadelphia Phillies are set to start Zach Eflin (5-4, 2.89 ERA) who struggled in his latest start as he gave up 4 earned runs in 5 innings against the Milwaukee Brewers. Zach Eflin had success in 2 starts against the Chicago Cubs during the 2018 season as he went 1-1 with a 2.84 ERA.
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The Chicago Cubs come into this matchup with a 27-17 record, and they will be looking to continue their success after closing their recent series against the Washington Nationals with a win, 6-5. Kyle Hendricks received the starting nod for the Chicago Cubs, and he struggled as he gave up 4 earned runs in 5.2 innings. Kyle Schwarber had a solid game from the plate for the Chicago Cubs as he contributed 2 RBIs.
The Chicago Cubs are set to start Jose Quintana (4-3, 3.68 ERA) who struggled in his latest start as he gave up 3 earned runs in 5 innings against the Cincinnati Reds. Jose Quintana had success in 2 starts against the Philadelphia Phillies during the 2018 season as he posted a 2.70 ERA.
Recent Betting Trends:
Phillies are 2-6 in their last 8 road games vs. a left-handed starter.
Cubs are 1-4 in their last 5 games vs. a starter with a WHIP less than 1.15.
Under is 21-8-1 in Phillies last 30 on grass.
Under is 4-0 in Cubs last 4 home games vs. a right-handed starter.
Free Betting Pick: Chicago Cubs -128
The Chicago Cubs have dominated the Philadelphia Phillies at home as of recent as they have won 5 of their last 6 meetings. The Chicago Cubs have been amazing at home this season as they are 15-6, and they should consider their winning ways considering the struggles of Zach Eflin on the road. The bats of the Chicago Cubs have come alive as of recent as Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, and Javier Baez have regenerated some of their playoff magic from past seasons. Jose Quintana should shine under the lights in his home ballpark. Final Score Prediction, Chicago Cubs win 4-3