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The Chicago Cubs (34-54) will host the New York Mets (55-34) in Chicago on Friday, July 15 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 1:20 PM CT!
For context related to Friday’s game, how have the Cubs and the Mets performed against each other in the past?
This season, these franchises have competed in one contest, and the Cubs lost to their opponents. In their most recent meeting on Thursday, the score was 0-8 in favor of the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs had one run and six hits, whereas the Mets had seven runs on eight hits. We’ll see what unfolds when it all goes down at Wrigley Field.
Betting Preview for the New York Mets vs Chicago Cubs MLB Game on July 15 2022
Where: Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL
When: Friday, July 15, 2022 at 1:20 PM CT
Betting on the New York Mets
Record: (56W-34L) | National League East Standing: 1
The last time they played, the Mets were beaten by the Atlanta Braves 0-8 on Wednesday, and we’re eager to see if their result will be the same or if fortunes will change. The overall regular season batting average for the team right now is .254 and in particular Starling Marte is riding high with a .294 average. Defensively speaking, the Mets hold an ERA of 3.69 and a fielding percentage of .988. Check out our evaluation of the odds and place your bets based on the teams’ recent performances!
Absences and Injuries
Per the latest inactive report, the Mets are missing John Curtiss (Elbow), Jacob deGrom (Shoulder), Joseph Lucchesi (Elbow), Tylor Megill (Shoulder), James McCann (Oblique), Trevor May (Triceps), and Sean Reid-Foley (Elbow).
Betting on the Chicago Cubs
Record: (34W-55L) | National League Central Standing: 4
Following their last outing on Wednesday, the Cubs beat the Baltimore Orioles by a score of 0-8. So far this season, the team is currently batting .245 thanks in large part to their top hitter, Nicholas Hoerner, who has a batting average of .305. Defensively, they have an ERA of 4.7 and a .983 fielding percentage. Make sure you explore our odds analysis below before selecting your picks!
Absences and Injuries
Per the list of injuries and inactive players, the Cubs are missing Nicklaus Madrigal (Groin), Wade Miley (Shoulder), Manuel Rodríguez (Elbow), Kyle Hendricks (Shoulder), Bradley Wieck (Elbow), Codi Heuer (Elbow), Michael Hermosillo (Quad), Andrelton Simmons (Shoulder), Adbert Alzolay (Shoulder), Alec Mills (Back), Ethan Roberts (Shoulder), and Jason Heyward (Knee).
New York Mets vs Chicago Cubs | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: New York Mets (-138) at FanDuel
The New York Mets are considered the favorite in this matchup. The club is enjoying a productive July so far, entering the game sporting a winning percentage of 64.29% for this month, a record of nine victories in total. The winning percentage of the Chicago Cubs on the other hand, is less at 35.71% for this month, accounting a total of five wins.
Over/Under Pick: Under 9 Total Runs (-102) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, consider that the estimated O/U is under 9. That is to say that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 9.
Runline Pick: New York Mets -1.5 Runs (+138) at FanDuel
With a runline of -1.5, the New York Mets will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
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