The New York Mets (35-38) visit the Chicago Cubs (36-39) for the first game of a 3-game weekend series between a pair of 4th-place teams.
Shota Imanaga (7-1, 1.89 ERA) gets the start for the Cubs against José Quintana (2-5, 4.98 ERA) of the Mets.
Check out the section below for our top picks from this afternoon’s MLB action.
It’s time for some afternoon baseball at Wrigley Field as the Cubs and Mets square off in a matinee showcase. Shota Imanaga will try to stymie the Mets, who are 8-2 in their last 10 games. Former Cub José Quintana gets the start for New York. The game is scheduled to begin at 2:20 p.m. ET and can be seen on the MLB Network.
New York Mets vs Chicago Cubs Picks
Cubs -1.5 (+135)
Dansby Swanson 2+ total bases (+160)
With Shota Imanaga on the mound, I expect the Cubs to dominate this game. Imanaga has been one of the best pitchers in the National League this year and has a microscopic 1.89 ERA. Even with the Mets riding high over their last 10 games, I like the Cubs in this one. Over at bet365, you can find the Cubs to win by 2+ runs for +135 odds. That’s pretty good value considering the disparity in the starting pitchers.
I also like Dansby Swanson to have a strong showing this afternoon at home. He has hit Quintana well in his career, going 3-for-8 with a pair of doubles. I expect him to be at his best again today. He homered in each of his last 2 games (Tuesday and Wednesday against the Giants), so he’s swinging a hot bat right now. Quintana won’t be able to do much to slow him down. Swanson to record 2+ total bases is at +160 on bet365.
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