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Today's free MLB betting picks, odds, predictions for the Cubs vs. Nationals on July 17, 2023. Our best bets and top picks for moneylines, run totals and more.
Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Washington Nationals vs. Chicago Cubs, 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 Monday, July 17th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Nationals vs. Cubs
The Nationals take on the Cubs on Monday, July 17th 2023 at Wrigley Field, Chicago. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Washington Nationals (37-56) vs. Chicago Cubs (43-49)
- Date: Monday, July 17th 2023
- Time: 8:05 ET
- Venue: Wrigley Field, Chicago
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Washington Nationals - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Heading into today's game against Chicago, the Nationals have a record of just 37-56. This places the team 5th in the NL East. The Nationals hope to avoid dropping below .500 when playing on the road, as they are currently 22-24.
With an above .500 record against the runline, Washington has been favored four times in 93 games played so far. The team's over/under record comes in at 45-45 with an average betting line of 9.
The Nationals will send MacKenzie Gore to the mound with an overall record of 4-7. Across 18 appearances, MacKenzie Gore has a combined ERA of 4.42. In his outings, opposing batters are hitting .261 against the left-hander. So far, Gore has given up 14 home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .329. Gore has a WHIP of 1.46, with 39 walks allowed.
Washington's' offense comes into this game averaging just 4.2 runs per game, placing them 24th in the MLB. Despite their mediocre scoring average, the Nationals have combined to hit .260, which ranks 6th in the league. So far, the team is the 23rd-rated home run hitting team, with a total of 81 long balls. Washington's OBP of .316 places them 14th in the league.
Chicago Cubs - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Chicago Cubs take on the Washington hoping to improve on their record of just 43-49, placing them 3rd in the NL Central Heading into today's game, the Cubs will look to turn things around at home. Currently they are just 22-24 at Wrigley Field.
With an above .500 record against the runline, Chicago has been favored 44 times in 92 games played so far. The team has an over/under record of 47-42, with an average betting line of 8.
For Chicago, Drew Smyly gets the start, currently holding a record of 7-6. Currently, Drew Smyly has an ERA of 4.31. In his outings, opposing batters are hitting .251 against the left-hander. So far, Smyly has given up 15 home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .327. Smyly has a WHIP of 1.36, with 34 walks allowed.
On offense, Chicago comes into the game averaging 4.7 runs per game, placing them in a group of teams near the league average. Together, the Cubs' offense has the 15th-ranked batting average, at .247. The team's lineup has gone deep a total of 100 times, good for 16th in the league. Chicago's strong OBP of .325 is 8th best in the league.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Nationals vs. Cubs
Heading into today's matchup between Chicago and Washington, the Cubs are the betting favorite at -144 on the moneyline. Chicago's implied win probability sits at 59.02%. The MLB predictive model shows the Nationals knocking off Chicago in an upset win. It is recommended to take Washington on the moneyline with some positive odds.
Recommended Betting Pick: Nationals Moneyline +122
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