New York Mets (35-38) vs. Chicago Cubs (36-39)
New York Mets vs. Chicago Cubs June 23 2024 – When the season gets deeper for the two baseball teams, New York Mets and Chicago Cubs, the scheduled game is set on June 23, 2024 as one of the matches where both teams shall be eager to exhibit better performances than their current below .500 records. This game took place in the famous Wrigley Field and can be considered one of the best choices that participants of daily MLB picks could make taking into consideration the proximity of their records at the moment.
New York Mets vs. Chicago Cubs June 23 2024 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, June 23, 2024 at 7:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Wrigley Field |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
New York Mets vs. Chicago Cubs Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Mets | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Cubs | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Betting odds have yet to be set for this matchup; however, given recent trends and standings it could be a closely contested game. Stay tuned for updates regarding Moneyline, Spread and Total for clearer insight into how bookmakers view this contest.
David Peterson (3-0, 3.97 ERA) vs. Javier Assad (4-2, 2.75 ERA)
Andre Pallante of the St. Louis Cardinals stands out this season with his 2-2 record and 4.88 ERA as an intriguing pitcher profile. Though Pallante boasts an even win/loss record, his 4.88 ERA suggests otherwise due to hits allowed and occasional control issues as evidenced by its higher value. Pallante typically uses ground balls induced with his strong sinker for inducing grounders when needed against more contact-heavy lineups; meanwhile his performance may improve against teams that capitalize on pitchers leaving too many pitches on plays leading to runs scored against him or when his defense fails him if necessary.
Shota Imanaga of the Tampa Bay Rays stands out with an exceptional 6-1 record and 1.96 ERA this season, marking him one of the standout pitchers this year. Imanaga can attribute his success to his superior control, ability to strikeout batters quickly, mix of fastballs and breaking pitches that mislead batters, low ERA that ensures consistent runs prevention as well as manage games effectively while minimizing opponents scoring opportunities with his high strikeout rates and low walk rates – two critical ingredients to success for any successful team’s lead holding their leads this season!
Peterson and Assad will offer two opposing styles – Peterson’s game management against Assad’s strikeout capabilities. How each pitcher handles opposing lineups at Wrigley may determine who prevails.
Exploring the Mets’ Offensive Strategy
The Mets currently boast an .246 average, with an .317 OBP and slugging percentage of .399. Their offensive output includes 83 home runs and 337 runs scored; their ability to get on base quickly and convert plays into runs will be critical against an opposing pitcher such as Assad who has limited his runs allowed this season.
Assessing the Cubs’ Batting Depth
Chicago boasts team statistics including a .230 batting average with an on base percentage of .311 and slugging percentage of .370; they’ve hit 73 home runs and scored 315 runs – slightly fewer than New York; however their home field advantage should give them an edge against Peterson given his relatively even ability to draw walks and get on base.
New York Mets Betting Trends
Mets are 4-1 in their last 5 games.
New York Mets are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Mets are 17-15 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Mets’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 16 of Mets’ 41 last games at home
Chicago Cubs Betting Trends
Cubs are 3-2 in their last 5 games.
Chicago Cubs are 4-1 in their last 5 games against the spread
Cubs are 19-19 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Cubs’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 17 of Cubs’ 37 last games at home
New York Mets vs. Chicago Cubs Betting Picks
Based on performance and statistics, this game should be closely contested. With Assad’s impressive ERA and strikeout record giving them an edge at home; however, don’t overlook their recent form and ability to cover spreads away from home!
Be wary when betting through American Online Sportsbooks; keep an eye on released odds and devise a betting plan around total runs, given recent trends of both teams going OVER in games. Prop bets could include strikeouts for Assad or RBI for key Mets hitters.
Score Prediction: Cubs 5, Mets 4.
