Pittsburgh Pirates at Chicago Cubs 7/13/19 - MLB Betting Picks & Odds
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs
MLB: 2:20 PM EST
Jul. 13, 2019
TV: WGN
Latest Odds : CHC -170
The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to visit Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois for a National League Central clash against the Chicago Cubs. The Pittsburgh Pirates come into this matchup with a 44-45 record, and they will be looking to continue their success after closing their recent series against the Milwaukee Brewers with a win, 6-5. Joe Musgrove received the starting nod for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and he struggled as he gave up 3 earned runs in 6 innings. Bryan Reynolds had a big game from the plate for the Pittsburgh Pirates as he went 2 for 4 with 1 HR and 4 RBIs.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to start Jordan Lyles (5-5, 4.36 ERA) who struggled in his latest start as he gave up 7 earned runs in 4 innings against the Chicago Cubs. Jordan Lyles has struggled in his 2 starts against the Chicago Cubs during the 2019 season as he is 1-1 with a 7.20 ERA.
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The Chicago Cubs come into this matchup with a 47-43 record, and they will be looking to rebound after dropping their recent series finale against the Chicago White Sox, 3-1. Kyle Hendricks received the starting nod for the Chicago Cubs, and he struggled as he gave up 3 earned runs in 4 innings. Robel Garcia was responsible for the lone score of the game for the Chicago Cubs as he contributed his 2nd HR of the season.
The Chicago Cubs are set to start Jon Lester (8-6, 3.72 ERA) who had success in his latest start as he gave up 1 earned run in 6.1 innings against the Chicago White Sox. Jon Lester had success in his 1 start against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the 2019 season as he went 2 scoreless innings while striking out 4 batters.
Recent Betting Trends:
Pirates are 0-5 in Lyles' last 5 starts.
Over is 5-0 in Pirates last 5 vs. National League Central.
Cubs are 41-10 in Lesters last 51 starts vs. a team with a losing record.
Under is 4-1 in Cubs last 5 home games.
Free Betting Pick: Chicago Cubs -170
The Chicago Cubs have dominated the Pittsburgh Pirates as of recent, especially when Jon Lester is on the mound as they have won 7 of their last 8 matchups. Jon Lester is having an amazing season for the Chicago Cubs this season as he is posting a respectable 3.72 ERA, and he should be able to continue his success in his home ballpark. The Chicago Cubs are in a battle for the NL Central lead, but they have had a great deal of success at Wrigley Field this season as they bring a 29-16 record into this matchup. The Chicago Cubs have one of the best lineups in the MLB while the Pittsburgh Pirates have one big time player and a bunch of role players. Final Score Prediction, Chicago Cubs win 6-3.