At the historic Wrigley Field, the teams competing are the Cincinnati Reds with a record of 76-83 and the Chicago Cubs with a better record of 81-78. This particular game, scheduled to start at 2:20 PM ET during a sunny Friday towards the end of the season, should have plenty of good baseball games. As the playoffs approach, this game becomes important for everyone as both squads are looking to end the season on a good note. Fans on today’s game and more MLB daily free picks can follow the live broadcast on MLBN, ESPN, and MLB.TV.
Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs 9/27/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Friday, September 27, 2024 at 2:20 PM ET |
| Where: | Wrigley Field |
| Watch: | MLBN, ESPN, MLB.TV |
| Reds odds: | +126 Moneyline |
| Cubs odds: | -149 Moneyline |
| Total Line: | 6.5 |
Cincinnati Reds (76-83) vs. Chicago Cubs (81-78)
The Cincinnati Reds have had a bumpy ride recently, as reflected in their last five games, where they managed only two victories against three losses. The team struggled offensively against teams like the Cleveland Guardians and the Pittsburgh Pirates, scoring just a single run in three out of those five games. This scoring drought has significantly impacted their win-loss record as they head into the final stretch of the season.
| Cincinnati Reds Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 25, 2024 | CLE | 2-5 | Lose |
| Sep 24, 2024 | CLE | 1-6 | Lose |
| Sep 22, 2024 | PIT | 0-2 | Lose |
| Sep 21, 2024 | PIT | 7-1 | Win |
| Sep 20, 2024 | PIT | 8-3 | Win |
On the flip side, the Chicago Cubs have shown a more consistent form. Although their last five outings have been a mix of highs and lows with a record of 3-2, their ability to score big in crucial games is notable, including a commanding 10-4 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies. This demonstrates the Cubs’ potential to leverage their home-field advantage at Wrigley Field where they have historically performed well.
| Chicago Cubs Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 25, 2024 | PHI | 6-9 | Lose |
| Sep 24, 2024 | PHI | 10-4 | Win |
| Sep 23, 2024 | PHI | 2-6 | Lose |
| Sep 22, 2024 | WSH | 5-0 | Win |
| Sep 21, 2024 | WSH | 1-5 | Lose |
Nick Martinez (10-6, 3.22 ERA) vs. Jameson Taillon (11-8, 3.41 ERA)
Nick Martinez will throw for the Reds and has a record of 10 wins and 6 losses with a wonderful 3.22 ERA. He has a remarkable season where he struck out 113 batters and has a low WHIP of 1.05, making him a valuable asset in today’s game. Martinez portrays excellent control of his pitches and thus walks less and gives up home runs less.
On the other hand, Jameson Taillon for the Cubs has a win-loss record of 11-8 with a fractional bit higher ERA of 3.41. Taillon has logged more stting and faced more enemies, which talks about his toughness and the Cubs’ trust in him in their rotation. However, these slightly higher rates of walks and home runs may be something the Reds may seek to take advantage of due to their need to recover from their latest slumping offensive performance.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Chicago Cubs -1.5 (+148), Total Odds: 6.5
In this encounter, it is the Cubs who are preferred to win with a spread of -1.5 at +148 odds, meaning the game is expected to remain close and may favor Chicago by two runs or more especially looking at the given odds. The total set at 6.5 indicates expectations for a score than in more recent games, which pertains to both teams.
Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends
Recently, the total has gone UNDER in 4 of the last 5 games of the Reds’, which is a very good level of attack. However, the Cubs have never been a problem, with the team winning 6 out of 8 games in a row.
Chicago Cubs Betting Trends
In contrast, the Cubs have performed well on their home ground as the total has gone UNDER in 7 of their last 10 home games. Their current trend indicates that they are focused on their defense as well, especially when Taillon is pitching, who has the knack of silencing important innings out.
Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs 9/27/24 Betting Picks
Considering the available information and various betting statistics, it is quite favorable for the Chicago Cubs in today’s match at Wrigley Field. It is their good form, as well as Taillon’s pitching, that gives the Cubs an advantage, especially at home. The Reds’ recent form has not been satisfactory, and they may find it tough to overcome such advantages posed by the Cubs, given their current batting struggles.
Regarding betting predictions, the best decision would be adding the Cubs to the winning side of the spread. As for props or over/under, the optimal protection would be using UNDER 6.5 runs, considering how both have fought in their previous games. In instances where premium best picks today, advice on targeting low-risk player props such as strikeouts or hits based on their average for the individual season would be worthwhile.