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The Chicago Cubs (34-52) will clash against the Baltimore Orioles (43-44) in Chicago on Tuesday, July 12 at Wrigley Field. Still in the second third of the season, each of these teams will of course be looking for a win as the season progresses. Don’t miss the first pitch at 7:05 PM CT!
Take a look at how the Cubs and Orioles have performed against each other historically for context related to Tuesday’s regular season tilt.
At this point in the season, these two teams have battled in one matchup, in which the Cubs lost to the Orioles. The last time these two teams saw each other on June 7, 2022, the Baltimore Orioles walked away with a 9-3 victory. The Orioles racked up nine runs on 10 hits while the Cubs tallied nine runs on eight hits. We’ll see who comes out victorious this time when these two teams square off at Wrigley Field.
Betting Preview for the Baltimore Orioles vs Chicago Cubs MLB Game on July 12 2022
Where: Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL
When: Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 7:05 PM CT
Betting on the Baltimore Orioles
Record: (43W-44L) | American League East Standing: 5
The Orioles beat the Los Angeles Angels 9-3 in their most recent outing on Sunday, and we’ll be interested to see if this momentum continues. Overall this season, the team is currently batting .230 thanks in large part to their hottest bat, Joseph Mancini, who has a batting average of .282. Defensively, they have an ERA of 3.96 and a .981 fielding percentage. Prior to placing your bet, don’t forget to consult our odds analysis below!
Absences and Injuries
It’s confirmed that the Orioles are missing Travis Lakins Sr. (Elbow), Christopher Ellis (Shoulder), Kyle Bradish (Shoulder), John Means (Elbow), Alexander Wells (Elbow), and Austin Hays (Wrist).
Betting on the Chicago Cubs
Record: (34W-52L) | National League Central Standing: 4
In their last game on Sunday, the Cubs were beaten by the Los Angeles Dodgers by a score of 9-3. For the regular season, the overall batting average for the team is currently .246 as Nicholas Hoerner leads the club hitting .303. Defensively speaking, the Cubs hold an ERA of 4.66 and a fielding percentage of .983. Be sure to review our odds assessment further down so you have all the info you need at your fingertips!
Absences and Injuries
Per the list of injuries and inactive players, the Cubs will play without Nicklaus Madrigal (Groin), Wade Miley (Shoulder), Frank J. Schwindel (Back), Manuel Rodríguez (Elbow), Kyle Hendricks (Shoulder), Bradley Wieck (Elbow), Codi Heuer (Elbow), Michael Hermosillo (Quad), Adbert Alzolay (Shoulder), Alec Mills (Back), Ethan Roberts (Shoulder), Daniel Norris (Finger), and Jason Heyward (Knee).
Baltimore Orioles vs Chicago Cubs | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Chicago Cubs (-120) at FanDuel
The Chicago Cubs are considered the favorite per oddsmakers in this matchup. The club comes into the game sporting a winning percentage of 45.45% for this month, accounting a total of five wins. The winning percentage of the Baltimore Orioles on the other hand, is larger at 80% for this month, a record of eight victories in total.
Over/Under Pick: Under 8.5 Total Runs (100) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, consider that the estimated O/U is under 8.5. That is to say that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 8.5.
Runline Pick: Baltimore Orioles -1.5 Runs (+164) at FanDuel
The Baltimore Orioles will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover a runline of -1.5.
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