Scheduled for July 13, 2024, the Chicago Cubs are set to take on the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium, with first pitch at 2:15 PM under scattered clouds. Hayden Wesneski, with a 3.675 ERA, will start for the Cubs, while Lance Lynn, holding a 4.483 ERA, will pitch for the Cardinals.
As we look at the 2024 NL Central Division standings, the Cubs are currently 12th with a 46-49 record, making their winning percentage 0.48. They are ranked 5th within their division with an 11-19 record, showcasing a streak of 7 victories out of their last 10 games and currently on a 5-game win streak. They have managed 25 wins at home versus 21 losses and a 21-28 record away. The team’s performance during day games shows 22 victories, compared to 24 in night games, with a total of 400 runs scored and 401 allowed.
The Cardinals find themselves in 5th place in the division with a 48-45 record and a 0.52 winning percentage. They hold a balanced 13-13 divisional record, sitting at 2nd place. Recent performance includes 5 wins out of the last 10 games, although they are currently experiencing a 3-game losing streak. Their home record stands at 24-21, with an equal 24-24 away record. The Cardinals have won 20 day games versus 28 at night, having scored 379 runs and conceding 421.
In terms of betting odds, the point spread is set at -1.5 with an over/under of 8.5. The moneyline for the away team (Cubs) is 109, while for the home team (Cardinals), it’s at -128. These details indicate a close game, with the Cardinals slightly favored to win at home.