Royals vs. Cubs 8:10pm 07/29/2024
Both these teams have lost their last two games, however, since the all star break KC is 4-2 whereas the Cubs are 2-4. The Royals have several major advantages in this game, in addition to being at home after a day of rest.
Pitching:
The Cubs pitcher Hendricks is having a rough year, he is 2-8, with a 6.69 ERA, 52 strikeouts on the year.
The Royals have Brady Singer 6-6, 3.00 ERA and 106 strikeouts.
Batting average:
The Royals are #2 in the MLB over the last 3 games with a BA of .324
The Cubs are #19 in the MLB over the last 3 with a BA of .216
In order to get the best odds, I am taking the alternate run line, -1, as opposed to the standard -1.5 , just in case it is a close game.