In this article, we will formulate a Dodgers vs Cubs betting prediction for this MLB showdown on Sunday, April 7th at Wrigley Field. We will take a look at:
-The Los Angeles Dodgers recent form and recent player performance
-The Chicago Cubs recent form and recent player performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Dodgers and Cubs
Can Dodgers Get Good Pitching Again?
The Dodgers’ offense hasn’t been exactly elite in this series, but on Saturday the Dodgers gave up only one run and that led to the victory. Max Muncy had a strong game, putting up two hits and two RBIs. The Dodgers’ offense is averaging 6.18 runs Getting the start for the Dodgers will be Gavin Stone, who sits with a 0-0 record and an ERA of 5.40. In his first start against the St. Louis Cardinals, he went five innings giving up seven hits and three runs.
Cubs Look for Series Win
After winning the first game of the series, the Cubs couldn’t get the offense going on Saturday, and they ended up losing 4-1. The offense managed seven hits but only one run and that led to the defeat. The Cubs are averaging 6.25 runs, while their defense is giving up 5.13 runs per game. Getting the start for the Cubs will be Shota Imanaga, who sits with a 1-0 record and an ERA of 0.00. Against the Rockies, he went six innings giving up two hits and zero runs.
Chicago Cubs Team Facts
- The Cubs have won eight of their last nine home games against NL West opponents.
- The Cubs have covered the run line in six of their last seven games against NL West opponents following a home loss.
- The Cubs have led after 7 innings in each of their last seven games as home favorites against NL West opponents.
Los Angeles Dodgers Team Facts
- The Dodgers have won each of their last eight day games after playing the previous day.
- The Dodgers have covered the run line in 14 of their last 15 games as road underdogs after playing the previous day.
- The Dodgers have led after 3 innings in six of their last seven games as road underdogs.
- The Dodgers have led after 5 innings in each of their last four games as road underdogs.
- The Dodgers have led after 7 innings in each of their last four games as road underdogs.
Dodgers vs Cubs Betting Prediction
The Cubs are going to find success here and win the series. Imanaga sits with an ERA of 0.00, and he’s going to lock down the Dodgers again. Even in the Dodgers win on Saturday, they only scored four runs. The Cubs will give Imanaga some run support and that will be the difference here as the Cubs are going to get the job done. Back the Cubs on the money line to pull out another big victory.