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Cardinals vs. Cubs MLB Computer Pick: Back Chicago at Wrigley

Justin Steele
Justin Steele #35 of the Chicago Cubs pitches in the second inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on July 30, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Kirk Irwin/Getty Images/AFP

Today’s MLB slate features many really good pitchers. But our model still believes we will see runs in most games this evening. Take a look at one of our three best bets on top-rated sportsbooks.

The AI Model projects the Cubs to earn a 5.2-3.6 victory against the Cardinals for tonight’s ESPN showdown. With Chicago currently at only -145, you’ll want to consider backing the Cubs in this one.

For more of today’s betting analysis, check out:

MLB Pick


St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs

Sunday, August 04, 2024 – 07:10 PM ET at Wrigley Field


The Cubs Have The Potential To Rake

St. Louis will pitch Miles Mikolas for tonight’s game. He’s a righty who has allowed a .255 ISO and wOBA of .368 to his last 98 batters. Ultimately, he’s struggled with power on both sides of the plate.

That’s simply not ideal going up against the Cubs. Chicago’s offense has hit a .211 ISO against righties over the last month using the projected lineup. In addition, the team has added more than 9% of walks and has struck out below 20% of the time.

Don’t sleep on the Cubs’ bats tonight.

Chicago’s Ace On The Mound

The Cubs will throw Justin Steele tonight. He’s a lefty who has held his last 130 batters to a .078 ISO and wOBA of .269.

Steele has also limited teams to below 19% of fly balls and has earned more than 42% of ground balls. Even his walks are at a solid rate this season.

While the Cardinals have had some success against lefties, the bottom of the order looks like rally killers with low ISO and walk numbers.

The Pick

Consider the Cubs at -145 in this one.

MLB Pick: Cubs ML (-145) at Caesars Sportsbook

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