Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds 6/6/24 – The mid-season scramble intensifies as the Chicago Cubs (29-30) face off against the Cincinnati Reds (25-33) in a National League matchup on Thursday, June 6, 2024. As these two teams collide at the Great American Ball Park, bettors and fans are tuning into MLBN and the best sportsbook online to catch the action and adjust their wagers. The Cubs look to break a losing streak, while the Reds aim to capitalize on their home-field advantage.
Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds 6/6/24
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Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds 6/6/24
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| Cubs | -1.5 +166 | O 9 -120 | +106 |  |
| Reds | +1.5 -208 | U 9 -108 | -125 | |
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— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) June 6, 2024
The betting odds for this matchup have yet to be finalized. When they are, bettors should consider the Cubs’ recent struggles against the spread, particularly in away games, and the Reds’ somewhat stronger performance in similar conditions. Look for potential value in moneyline bets if odds favor the Reds excessively, given their comparable stats but better home spread record.
Javier Assad (4-1, 2.27 ERA) vs. Hunter Greene (3-2, 3.44 ERA)
Javier Assad has been a consistent pillar for the Cubs this season, accompanying a 2.27 ERA, and 4-1 W/L record. It shows how he has been able to lessen the percentile hits and runs mostly over 63.1 innings pitched powerfully makes him a starter on the mound. Even while maintaining a very good whip of 1.18 his walks indicate that he has certain control problems that can be easily exploited by the Cincinnati brawlers.
Hunter Greene takes the mound for the Reds boasting a slightly inflated ERA of 3.44, however, he has recorded a decent number of strikeouts, (76) all in across 70.2 of the innings. Having such a left-hander like Greene will be helpful because it will enable him to reduce the number of balls that are likely to end up outside the park, especially against a Cub’s line-up team that is occasionally and inconsistently powerful.
A Closer Look at the Cubs’ Offensive Dynamics
The Cubs’ lineup has struggled to make significant impacts with a team batting average of just .227 and a slugging percentage of .371. Their on-base percentage (.310) isn’t helping much either, as the team seems to be missing key opportunities to score, evident from their recent game outcomes.
Reds’ Strategic Batting Approach
On the other side, the Reds have their own battles with a team batting average of .218 and an on-base percentage of .302. While these figures are lower than the Cubs’, their strategic play and slightly better slugging percentage (.358) have allowed them to remain competitive in games that could have easily swung the other way.
Trends
Chicago Cubs Betting Trends
Cubs are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Chicago Cubs are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the spread
Cubs are 16-15 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 4 of Cubs’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 13 of Cubs’ 29 last games at home
Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends
Reds are 2-3 in their last 5 games.
Cincinnati Reds are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Reds are 18-10 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Reds’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 13 of Reds’ 31 last games at home
Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds Betting Picks
Considering the current form and the starting pitchers slated for this game, it looks to be a tightly contested affair. The slight edge goes to the Reds, primarily due to Greene’s strikeout ability and the Cubs’ batting woes. Bettors should look closely at the over/under line, as both teams have trended towards higher-scoring games recently.
For MLB betting picks, consider the Reds on the moneyline if the odds are favorable, and lean towards the OVER on total runs if set reasonably, given both teams’ recent trends. Prop bets on strikeouts for Greene could also offer value given his high strikeout rate.
Score Prediction: Reds 5, Cubs 3.
