Cubs vs Cardinals

Chicago enters tonight’s matchup riding a 5-5 run, while St. Louis has won four of their last five.  Chicago sends a less than stellar starter to the mound, with numbers above league average, to face the Cardinals on Monday June 23. Conversely, St. Louis’s current starter has put up marginally better numbers this season, but could put pressure on the bullpen. Meanwhile, a fractured wrist for the home catcher has thinned their lineup, while Chicago’s only minor absence comes from a slight oblique tweak.

Offensively, depth becomes decisive, St. Louis comes in missing some key pieces, while Chicago fills gaps seamlessly thanks to bench strength and timing. With both clubs approaching the halfway point and separated by just 4.5 games in the Central, the healthier roster and superior bullpen efficiency (2.97 ERA in June) lean this wager toward the visitors. Chicago’s deeper pen offers a slight but real edge in an otherwise even setup. That’s why the pick lands on the Cubs—solid value, not elite, earning a B grade. Continue following us for more expert picks and bets.

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Chicago sends a starter to the mound who’s put up less than great numbers this season, but could keep the Cardinals bat's quiet today. St. Louis counters with a veteran arm who has yo-yoed a lot this season. The Cardinals’ offense has cooled, averaging just 3.6 runs per game over their latest three losses, while their lineup is further weakened by injuries to key contributors in the infield and ankle issues for their top shortstop. Meanwhile, Chicago is managing minor concerns in one area but otherwise fields a solid roster.

Given these dynamics, dominant starting pitching, recent offensive struggles combined with lineup uncertainty, and both clubs treating this as a pivotal divisional contest, the conditions favour a game where runs are at a premium. The total leaning under nine is supported by controlled tempo, competitive pitching, and limited offensive upside, earning a B grade. Continue following us for more expert picks and bets.

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Chicago rolls into Busch riding a decent run of form, while St. Louis has won four of their last five and continues to battle injuries on both sides of the ball. The Cubs hold the pitching advantage with a starter who’s delivered consistent albeit less than stellar numbers, while their bullpen remains well-supported. On the other side, St. Louis turns to a veteran arm with a bloated June ERA and a club still missing key contributors in the lineup and late-inning roles. With a top-five road OPS and strong performance in division matchups, Chicago is well-positioned to cover the run line.

This is the kind of divisional clash where every edge matters, and Chicago checks more boxes. Health, momentum, and recent pitching trends all tilt in the visitors' favour. With the season past the halfway mark and a tight Central race in play, expect the Cubs to press their advantage and come away with a multi-run win, earning a B grade. Continue following us for more expert picks and bets.

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