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Mets vs. Cubs Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (8/8)

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Today's free MLB betting picks, odds, predictions for the Mets vs. Cubs on August 8, 2023. Our best bets and top picks for moneylines, run totals and more.

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Chicago Cubs vs. New York Mets, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Tuesday, August 8th 2023.

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Today's Betting Overview - Cubs vs. Mets

The Cubs take on the Mets on Tuesday, August 8th 2023 at Citi Field, New York. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.

  • Matchup: Chicago Cubs (58-55) vs. New York Mets (51-61)
  • Date: Tuesday, August 8th 2023
  • Time: 7:10 ET
  • Venue: Citi Field, New York

 

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Chicago Cubs - Today's MLB Betting Analysis

As the Chicago Cubs host the New York Mets, they have a record of 58-55, placing them 3rd in the NL Central. Chicago will be looking to move their record on the road to above .500, as they are currently 26-27 away from home.

Across their 113 games, Chicago has been favored 55 times, yet their record against the runline is above .500. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 60-48.

Cubs starter Jameson Taillon comes into the game with a record of just 6-6. Against the Mets, Jameson Taillon is hoping to improve on his current ERA of 5.36. The right-hander has a batting average allowed of .271. Jameson Taillon has given up 15 home runs leading to a WOBA allowed of .336. Taillon has a WHIP of 1.40, with 30 walks allowed.

On offense, Chicago will look to continue their strong play, as they rank 5th in runs scored, averaging 5.1 runs per game. Heading into play, the Cubs are the 8th-ranked unit in team batting average. Combined, the team is batting .257. So far, the team is the 12th-rated home run hitting team, with a total of 135 long balls. To date, Chicago has the MLB's 4th best OBP at .334.

 

New York Mets - Today's MLB Betting Analysis

Heading into today's game against Chicago, the Mets have a record of just 51-61. This places the team 4th in the NL East. On the season, the Mets have an above .500 home record, going 27-23 at Citi Field.

New York's record against the runline stands at 41-71, even though they have been favored in 73 of their 112 games. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 47-59.

For New York, Carlos Carrasco will look to pick up a win over Chicago, as he has a record of 3-6. With an ERA of 6.60, Carlos Carrasco has had his struggles on the mound. Currently, opponents have a batting average of .287 against him. So far, Carrasco has given up 15 home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .366. Carrasco has a WHIP of 1.64, with 33 walks allowed.

Offensively, New York is scoring at a rate near the MLB average, at 4.3 runs per game. So far, the Mets have combined for a team batting average of .237, placing them 19th in the league. Currently, New York is one of the best power hitting lineups in the league, at 140 home runs (10th). To date, New York has the MLB's 13th-rated OBP, sitting at .317.

 

Today's MLB Betting Pick - Cubs vs. Mets

Heading into today's matchup between Chicago and New York, the Cubs are the betting favorite at -137 on the moneyline. Chicago's implied win probability sits at 57.81%. The MLB predictive model shows the Mets knocking off Chicago in an upset win. It is recommended to take New York on the moneyline with some positive odds.

Recommended Betting Pick: Mets Moneyline +115


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