As we move through the second third of the season, the Chicago Cubs (23W-40L) will face off against the Atlanta Braves (37W-27L) on Friday, June 17 at Wrigley Field at 1:20 pm CT.
Chicago Cubs vs. Atlanta Braves Odds
Chicago Cubs +144 | Atlanta Braves -172 (BET NOW)
Over/Under 8 total points (BET NOW)
Chicago Cubs
So far this season, the Cubs currently hold a team batting average of .244. Defensively, they are carrying an ERA of 5.2 and a .987 fielding percentage. They are currently ranked number four in the National League Central after they outplayed the San Diego Padres 4-6 in their most recent game on Wednesday. Will they be able to pick up a hard-fought win in this one?
Regarding inactive players for this matchup, the Chicago Cubs will play without Nicklaus Madrigal (Groin), Todd Smyly (Oblique), Wade Miley (Shoulder), Manuel Rodríguez (Elbow), David Bote (Shoulder), Bradley Wieck (Elbow), Codi Heuer (Elbow), Michael Hermosillo (COVID), Seiya Suzuki (Finger), Adbert Alzolay (Shoulder), Marcus Stroman (Shoulder) and Ethan Roberts (Shoulder).
Atlanta Braves
The overall regular season batting average for the Braves is .245 and in terms of pitching, the team has an ERA of 3.9. With regard to fielding, the team has a percentage of .987. They lost to the Washington Nationals 2-8 the last time they met on Wednesday, and are currently number two in the National League East. Will the Braves come out on top when all is said and done this time?
The Atlanta Braves are missing Tyler Matzek (Shoulder), Ozhanio Albies (Foot), Kirby Yates (Elbow), Michael Soroka (Achilles), Eddie Rosario (Eye), Manuel Piña (Wrist), Luke Jackson (Undisclosed) and Randy Jackson (Lat).
Chicago Cubs vs. Atlanta Braves Predictions
Moneyline Pick: Atlanta Braves (-172)
Over/Under Pick: Under 8 total points (-104)
Runline Pick: Atlanta Braves -1.5 runs (-108)
(*Predictions based on our proprietary predictive algorithm software)
