Mark your calendars for an exciting MLB matchup as the New York Yankees take on the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on September 6, 2024, starting at 2:20 PM. Despite expected light rain, the game promises intense action. Luis Gil will lead the Yankees on the mound, carrying a respectable ERA of 3.393, while Jordan Wicks, with an ERA of 3.818, will pitch for the Cubs.

The Yankees, sitting third in the 2024 AL East Division with an 80-60 record, demonstrate a solid 0.57 winning percentage. They struggle slightly in the division with a 22-23 record but have maintained a decent form with four wins in their last ten games, though currently on a two-game losing streak. Their performance slightly improves on the road with a 43-29 record compared to a 37-31 at home. Day games seem to be less favorable, with only 28 wins against 52 in nighttime matchups. The team has scored a total of 714 runs and conceded 596.

On the other side, the Chicago Cubs rank eighth in the NL Central Division, holding a 72-68 record which reflects a 0.51 winning percentage. They are also positioned second in division clashes with a 21-28 record, showing a bit of improvement with seven wins in their last ten games and coming off a recent victory. The Cubs have a balanced home and away record, with slight struggles on the road. They have scored 641 runs while their pitchers have allowed 584.

Betting enthusiasts will find the following odds of interest: the point spread is set at 1.5, with an over/under of 7.0. The Yankees, playing as the away team, are listed at -144 on the moneyline, whereas the Cubs, home at Wrigley, are at +121. These odds suggest a tight contest, potentially leaning slightly towards a Yankees’ win, yet with strong chances for the Cubs to upset at home.