Chicago Cubs vs Cincinnati Reds 7/2/2021 Picks Predictions Previews
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The Great American Ball Park will play host to the opening of a three-game series between the Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds. The Cubs were swept by the Brewers in a three-game set which puts Chicago at 42-39. The Reds lost 2 out of 3 games in their series against the Padres giving them a 40-40 record. Chicago is in second place in the NL Central Division followed closely by Cincinnati.
The Chicago Cubs are desperate for a win after losing six straight games. The Cubs took a massive loss in their last match against the Brewers at 15-7 despite leading by 7 in the 1st inning. Chicago is struggling offensively, ranking 28th with .223 in batting, 23rd in .304 OBP, and 16th in runs scored at 342. The Cubs rank 13th with a team ERA of 3.97 and posted a whip of 1.31 which is 18th in MLB. Chicago allowed their opponents to bat at an average of .231 which is 12th in the league. 3B Kris Bryant leads Chicago with a batting average of .261, .347 OBP, and 69 hits. SS Javier Baez leads the team with a team-high 18 home runs and 49 RBIs. For Friday’s matchup, the Cubs are sending Alec Mills to the mound. The right-hander is 3-1 with an ERA of 5.11. Through 37.0 innings of work this year, Mills has 45 hits, 21 earned runs, allowed four homers, 14 walks, and 26 strikeouts.
- The Chicago Cubs are 0-6 SU in its last 6 games.
- The Chicago Cubs are 1-4 SU in its last 5 games in game one of a series.
- The total went UNDER in 7 of the Chicago Cubs’ last 10 games.
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Chicago Cubs vs Cincinnati Reds Predictions 7/2/2021
The Cincinnati Reds look to build on their recent single-run victory against the Padres. Cincinnati’s offense belongs in the top 10 in MLB. They boast a total of 393 runs this season which is tied for 6th in the league. Cincinnati has an on-base percentage of .328 and is batting at an average of .249 which are 5th and 7th in MLB. RF Nick Castellanos leads Cincinnati with a batting average of .346, 53 RBIs, .401 OBP, and a team-high 103 hits. RF Jesse Winker leads with a team-high 19 home runs. For the opener on Friday, Cincinnati will send Sonny Gray to the hill. The right-hander is 1-4 with a 3.42 ERA. Through 50.0 innings of work so far, Gray has 45 hits, 19 earned runs, allowed 8 homers, 20 walks, and 65 Ks.
- Cincinnati is 4-9 SU in its last 13 games.
- Cincinnati is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games in game one of a series.
- The total went UNDER in 5 of Cincinnati’s last 7 games.
Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs. The MLB pick for this game goes to the Cincinnati Reds. The play here is UNDER. Both teams have been underwhelming recently and Chicago’s having a difficult time at the plate. It’s going to be an interesting matchup between the two starters but Cincinnati has the slight edge with a better performing lineup. Taking the game on the road is the Cincinnati Reds. Final Score Prediction and Play is UNDER 4-2.
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Chicago Cubs vs Cincinnati Reds 7/2/2021 Picks Predictions Previews
MLB Starting Time: 7:10 PM ET
Location: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati
Date: Friday, July 02, 2021
TV: FSOH
MLB Odds: Cincinnati Reds -160
MLB Totals: 9.5