Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds Prediction: Can the Reds Dominate Drew Smyly, Cubs?
The Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds play the third game in their series. Can the Reds dominate Drew Smyly and the Cubs tonight? The Professor answers.
The Professor - August 2, 2023, 12:09 PM EDT
5 minChicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds Prediction: Can the Reds Dominate Drew Smyly, Cubs?
The Cincinnati Reds have relied on offense all season long, and their production at the plate is the main reason they sit atop the NL Central standings.
Cubs vs. Reds Date, Time, Where to Watch
- Date: August 2, 2023
- Time: 8:05 pm ET
- Where to Watch: MLB.TV
Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds Prediction
Today, the Reds match up against Drew Smyly, a pitcher they've faced twice this season. Smyly allowed the Reds to tally up a combined total of 16 hits and score 12 runs despite only pitching 4.2 innings in both meetings.
The Cubs veteran has really struggled at home this season. He has a 5.94 home ERA and has allowed 4+ runs in the F5 innings in four of his last five home starts.
Cincinnati's 2.90 F5 innings runs per game average ranks seventh in all of baseball, and they have scored 3+ runs in the F5 innings in four of their last five games. With Smyly on the mound, the Reds have a prime opportunity to put up runs early again today, and there's value here at plus money.
Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds Pick
Reds first 5 innings team total over 2.5 +105 is currently the best odds. Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds for this pick
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