Scheduled for 2:20 PM on August 7, 2024, at the iconic Wrigley Field, the Minnesota Twins will face the Chicago Cubs under clear skies. Joe Ryan, with a commendable ERA of 3.586, will take the mound for the Twins, while Javier Assad will pitch for the Cubs, sporting an ERA of 3.193.

The Twins currently hold the 4th position in the AL Central Division with 63 wins and 49 losses, reflecting a winning percentage of .56. Their divisional performance includes 24 wins and 14 losses, positioning them second in their division. The team is evidenced by recent performances, including a streak of six wins from their last ten games, though they recently experienced a loss.

Conversely, the Cubs are 12th in the NL Central Division, with a record of 56 wins against 60 losses, which gives them a winning percentage of .48. They are fifth in their division, having won 17 games and lost 26 within the division. Their recent form matches the Twins, with six wins in their last ten games and are currently on a one-game win streak.

Regarding game odds, the Twins are favored with a point spread of 1.5. The over/under for the game is set at 7.0, indicating a tightly contested match that could swing either way. For those looking to place bets, the odds favor the Twins as the away team with a MoneyLine of -140, while the Cubs as the home team are at +118. These figures highlight the Twins as slight favorites in what promises to be an engaging matchup.