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MLB | Apr 11, 2026 Pirates vs Cubs |
Cubs -142 at betus |
Lost $142.0 |
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You have to like the Cubs chances on Saturday. For one, they have a clear advantage in the starting pitching matchup and are coming back from a losing effort at Wrigley Field. Chicago will start Edward Cabrera (1-0, 0.00 ERA, 9 strikeouts), while Pittsburgh will counter with Braxton Ashcraft (1-1, 2.25 ERA). While Ashcraft hasn’t been terrible through his first two outings, Cabrera has been on fire and should give Chicago the best chance to pound the strike zone early, and dictate the pace of the game for the first few innings. Chicago also benefits from game theory considerations here. The Cubs offense has come alive over their last couple games, topping Tampa Bay 9-2 on April 8 and 6-2 on April 9. Standouts in the series included bats like Nico Hoerner, Michael Conforto, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Moises Ballesteros. Pittsburgh has played well of late, but Chicago’s offense profiles as one that could take advantage of a young starter should they get runners in scoring position early. Home field also provides the Cubs an advantage. Saturday’s matchup takes place at Wrigley Field and Chicago can take comfort in having their last at-bats and being in a friendly atmosphere. This is the type of game where if Cabrera delivers a quality start, the Cubs can capitalize and win the game. If Cabrera pitches well and Chicago’s offense continues to build off of what it did against Tampa Bay, there’s good reason to expect the Cubs to do enough late at home to secure a win. That makes Chicago an easy team to trust on Saturday against Pittsburgh. Jim's Play: 904. Cubs |
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Jim Feist is the recognized leader in the sports information and sports gaming industry. For more than 30 years his acclaim has become unparalleled, with numerous wins in prestigious handicapping contests. His other endeavors include websites that provide sports information worldwide. Feist is the principal panelist on PRO LINE, America's premier handicapping television show on the USA Cable Network. Year in, year out, Jim sets the standard for all other handicappers to gauge their own success. Experience, knowledge, and a limitless number of contacts and sources throughout the country make Jim the undisputed champion in sports handicapping. For sports information there's only one person to turn to: Jim Feist. |
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