Is the total for Monday evening’s Cubs vs. Guardians matchup set too low? First pitch is set for 6:40 p.m. ET. The pitching matchup will feature Shota Imanaga versus Ben Lively.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Chicago Cubs (-125) at Cleveland Guardians (+105); o/u 8
6:40 p.m. ET, Monday, August 12, 2024
Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH
Cubs vs. Guardians: Public Bettors leaning towards Cleveland
As of this writing, our MLB Public Betting Page shows that 55% of bets are on the Guardians’ moneyline. That said, this page is updated frequently so make sure that you click on the link provided so that you’re getting the most updated information.
Neris fires scoreless ninth to earn save
Héctor Neris fired a scoreless ninth with two strikeouts to get a save against the White Sox on Saturday. Neris committed an error to allow Brooks Baldwin to get on to begin the inning, but he was able to leave the outing unscathed to procure his 17th save of the 2024 campaign. The Hector Neris Experience (patent pending) can be a wild one, but he mostly — emphasis on mostly — gets the job done.
Ramirez hits solo homer
José Ramírez went 2-for-5 with a solo home run in a win over the Twins on Sunday. The perennial All-Star now has 31 home runs and 97 RBI on the season and continues to produce elite numbers in his age 31 season. With a potential 30/30 season looming, Ramírez looks like a first-round pick again in 2025.
Cubs vs. Guardians MLB Betting Trends
Cubs are 8-3 SU in their last 11 games
Guardians are 2-7 SU in their last 9 games
Cubs are 2-5 SU in their last 7 games against Cleveland
Guardians are 0-5 SU in their last 5 games at home
Cubs vs. Guardians MLB BETTING PREDICTION
Take the over. The over is 7-3 in the Cubs’ last 10 games overall. The over is also 5-2 in Chicago’s last seven interleague matchups and is 10-3 in the Cubs’ last 13 games when facing an opponent from the American League Central. On the other side, the over is 8-3 in the Guardians’ last 11 home games.
Cubs vs. Guardians MLB Playoffs Prediction: OVER 8
