MLB Odds for Cardinals vs. Cubs Weather Edge (August 3)
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PRO Report is already buzzing with activity for Saturday’s Cardinals vs. Cubs showdown, with a key edge identified: The weather at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs. Cardinals is the second game on the MLB board Saturday. The moneyline sets the Cardinals at -100 and the Cubs at -120. The spread gives the Cardinals a -1.5 (+164) advantage, while the Cubs sit at +1.5 (-200). The total for the game is pegged at 7.5 runs, both over and under options listed at -110.
From a pitching perspective, Kyle Gibson of the Cardinals and Jameson Taillon of the Cubs are scheduled to start. Wrigley Field in particular is notorious for winds which significantly affect run scoring in Chicago.
Provided with these key takeaways, let’s transition to our carefully-selected betting pick for Saturday’s NL tilt.
How to Bet Cardinals vs. Cubs Utilizing a Weather Edge Saturday
Monday’s weather angle supports betting the under today at Wrigley Field.
Considering strategic insights, the Cardinals vs. Cubs under 7.5 looks particularly attractive. Our PRO Systems highlight this pick, notably pointing to the “Wind Blowing In” system at Wrigley Field, which boasts a 55% win rate and a 5% ROI.
Wrigley Field’s unique wind patterns, influenced heavily by Lake Michigan, are known to cap run-scoring opportunities, making the under bet compelling.
The forecast at the time of writing shows the Cubs vs. Cardinals forecast Saturday featuring 7 mph winds blowing in.
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PRO System Pick: Cubs vs. Cardinals Under
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