Introduction to the Matchup
The Chicago Cubs, currently on a three-game losing streak, are set to face off against the Colorado Rockies. This matchup marks the fourth time these teams will meet this season. The Cubs, with a 76-58 record, are second in the NL Central, while the Rockies, with a 38-96 record, are fifth in the NL West.
Game Details
The game is scheduled to take place in Denver on Friday at 7:40 p.m. CDT. The pitching probables for the game are Cade Horton (8-4, 2.88 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 77 strikeouts) for the Cubs and German Marquez (0-0) for the Rockies. The BetMGM Sportsbook line favors the Cubs at -229, with the Rockies at +188, and the over/under is set at 11 runs.
Team Performance
Colorado has struggled at home, with a 21-45 record, and overall, they have a 38-96 record. The Rockies’ hitters have a collective .390 slugging percentage, ranking ninth in the NL. On the other hand, the Cubs have a 35-33 record in road games and a 76-58 record overall. They are third in the NL with 181 total home runs, averaging 1.4 per game.
Top Performers
Hunter Goodman has been a standout for the Rockies, with 23 doubles, four triples, and 26 home runs, while hitting .271. Brenton Doyle has also shown promise, going 11 for 37 with two doubles and three home runs over the past 10 games. For the Cubs, Pete Crow-Armstrong leads with 28 home runs and a .506 slugging percentage. Kyle Tucker has been on a tear, going 11 for 37 with two doubles, three home runs, and seven RBIs over the last 10 games.
Recent Performance
Over the last 10 games, the Rockies have struggled, with a 3-7 record, a .218 batting average, and a 5.40 ERA, being outscored by 22 runs. In contrast, the Cubs have a 6-4 record, a .231 batting average, and a 3.82 ERA, outscoring their opponents by three runs.
Injuries
Both teams are dealing with injuries. The Rockies have Dugan Darnell, Thairo Estrada, Seth Halvorsen, Zach Agnos, German Marquez, Kris Bryant, and Jeff Criswell on the injured list. The Cubs have Jameson Taillon, Ryan Brasier, Miguel Amaya, Mike Soroka, Eli Morgan, and Justin Steele on the injured list.
Conclusion
The Cubs, despite their current losing streak, are favored to win against the Rockies. However, the Rockies have shown flashes of promise, and with the right combination of hits and pitching, they could pull off an upset. The game promises to be an exciting matchup between two teams with different strengths and weaknesses.
FAQs
- Q: What is the current record of the Chicago Cubs?
- A: The Chicago Cubs have a 76-58 record.
- Q: Who is the probable pitcher for the Cubs in the upcoming game?
- A: Cade Horton is the probable pitcher for the Cubs.
- Q: What is the over/under for the game?
- A: The over/under is set at 11 runs.
- Q: How have the Rockies performed at home?
- A: The Rockies have a 21-45 record at home.
- Q: Who leads the Cubs in home runs?
- A: Pete Crow-Armstrong leads the Cubs with 28 home runs.
Chicago Cubs (76-58, second in the NL Central) vs. Colorado Rockies (38-96, fifth in the NL West)
- A: Pete Crow-Armstrong leads the Cubs with 28 home runs.
Denver; Friday, 7:40 p.m. CDT
PITCHING PROBABLES: Cubs: Cade Horton (8-4, 2.88 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 77 strikeouts); Rockies: German Marquez (0-0)
BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cubs -229, Rockies +188; over/under is 11 runs
BOTTOM LINE: The Chicago Cubs, on a three-game losing streak, play the Colorado Rockies.
Colorado is 21-45 at home and 38-96 overall. Rockies hitters have a collective .390 slugging percentage to rank ninth in the NL.
Chicago has a 35-33 record in road games and a 76-58 record overall. The Cubs are third in the NL with 181 total home runs, averaging 1.4 per game.
The matchup Friday is the fourth time these teams match up this season.
Read more: Latest Chicago news and headlines TOP PERFORMERS: Hunter Goodman has 23 doubles, four triples and 26 home runs while hitting .271 for the Rockies. Brenton Doyle is 11 for 37 with two doubles and three home runs over the past 10 games.
Pete Crow-Armstrong leads the Cubs with 28 home runs while slugging .506. Kyle Tucker is 11 for 37 with two doubles, three home runs and seven RBIs over the last 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Rockies: 3-7, .218 batting average, 5.40 ERA, outscored by 22 runs
Cubs: 6-4, .231 batting average, 3.82 ERA, outscored opponents by three runs
INJURIES: Rockies: Dugan Darnell: 60-Day IL (hip), Thairo Estrada: 60-Day IL (hamstring), Seth Halvorsen: 15-Day IL (elbow), Zach Agnos: 15-Day IL (hand), German Marquez: 15-Day IL (shoulder), Kris Bryant: 60-Day IL (lumbar), Jeff Criswell: 60-Day IL (elbow)
Cubs: Jameson Taillon: 15-Day IL (groin), Ryan Brasier: 15-Day IL (groin), Miguel Amaya: 10-Day IL (ankle), Mike Soroka: 15-Day IL (shoulder), Eli Morgan: 60-Day IL (elbow), Justin Steele: 60-Day IL (elbow)
