Cubs vs Reds Preview: September 3 MLB Showdown

The clash between the Chicago Cubs and the Cincinnati Reds promises to be a gripping encounter on September 3, 2023. As the excitement builds, let’s delve into the essential details of this matchup, from predictions to odds and everything in between. Be sure to equip yourself with the insights you need before checking out the odds and spreads on the FanDuel Sportsbook.

Cubs vs Reds Game Info

Two formidable teams are set to face off:

Chicago Cubs (72-64) vs. Cincinnati Reds (71-67)
Date: Sunday, September 3, 2023
Time: 12:10 PM ET
Venue: Great American Ball Park — Cincinnati, Ohio
Coverage: BSOH

Cubs vs Reds Odds & Moneyline

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Moneyline: CHC: (-126) | CIN: (+108)
Spread: CHC: -1.5 (+122) | CIN: +1.5 (-146)
Total: 10 — Over: (-110) | Under: (-110)

Probable Starting Pitchers

Let’s take a closer look at the probable starting pitchers:

Jameson Taillon (Cubs) – 7-9, 5.62 ERA
Carson Spiers (Reds) – 0-0, 0.00 ERA

Jameson Taillon, with a record of 7-9 and an ERA of 5.62, eyes his eighth win of the season. On the opposing side, Carson Spiers takes the mound. Taillon’s team has had a mixed performance, going 8-14-0 ATS this season when he starts. When his team is favored on the moneyline, their record stands at 4-6. As for Spiers’ team, they were never underdogs on the moneyline in games he pitched last season.

Cubs vs Reds Prediction & Pick

According to numberFire’s predictions, the probability of a Cubs victory stands at 56.3%.

Cubs vs Reds Betting Trends

Dive into the betting trends for both teams:

The Cubs have triumphed in 60% of the 65 contests where they were favorites this season.
When named as a favorite with at least -126 on the moneyline, Chicago has won 28 times out of 45 chances.
Contests involving the Cubs have gone over the total set by oddsmakers in 66 of 130 chances this season.
With a line this season, the Cubs hold an against-the-spread record of 61-69-0 in 130 games.
The Reds, on the other hand, have pulled off victories in 48.5% of the 103 games they were moneyline underdogs.
Cincinnati has a 46.3% winning record when playing as a moneyline underdog of +108 or longer.
In 137 games with over/under set by oddsmakers, the Reds and their opponents have exceeded the total 66 times (66-70-1).
The Reds have an impressive ATS record of 83-55-0 this season.

Key Players to Watch

Cubs Player Leaders

Cody Bellinger: 128 hits, .319 batting average, .546 slugging percentage
Nico Hoerner: .281 batting average, .341 OBP, .393 slugging percentage
Ian Happ: .244 batting average, .420 slugging percentage, 67 RBI
Jeimer Candelario: 121 hits, .340 OBP, .480 slugging percentage

Reds Player Leaders

Spencer Steer: 133 hits, .270 batting average, .450 slugging percentage
TJ Friedl: .267 batting average, .420 slugging percentage, .333 OBP
Jake Fraley: 17 doubles, 15 home runs, .272 batting average
Hunter Renfroe: .237 batting average, 31 doubles, 19 home runs

Head to Head: Recent Encounters

Get a glimpse of the recent head-to-head matchups between the Cubs and Reds:

9/2/2023: 2-1 CIN
9/1/2023: 3-2 CIN
9/1/2023: 6-2 CHC
8/3/2023: 5-3 CHC
8/2/2023: 16-6 CHC
8/1/2023: 20-9 CHC
7/31/2023: 6-5 CIN
5/26/2023: 9-0 CIN
5/28/2023: 8-5 CIN
5/27/2023: 8-5 CIN

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