Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs MLB Game Analysis, Odds and Betting Picks (Thursday, July 29, 2021)

The Cincinnati Reds are on fire after defeating the Cubs in their last game with ease. The Reds remain at the second spot in the NL Central Division play and are close to seven games behind the Brewers. The Reds are a couple of games ahead of the Cardinals in the second. The Chicago Cubs have dropped further to the fourth spot while they continue to trail the Cardinals. Chicago is way ahead of the Pirates and they look forward to making up for their loss. The best MLB bets today remain in favor of the Reds to win this game.

Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs Information

Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs CashBet Wagering Analysis

Cincinnati was strong against the Cubs in their last game, but with a struggling pitcher, the Reds will need power from the plate. As for the Cubs, they will need more support from both ends of their game. The Chicago Cubs have been struggling to get past opponents with a similar record. The Cubs have a tough battle ahead if they want to get back on top.

The Reds Batting Success

The Reds will turn Luis Castillo to the mound as their starting pitcher in this game. Castillo is holding a 4-10 record on the season with an ERA of 4.20 and 113 Ks in total. Cincinnati smashed eight runs from the plate in their last game and gave up just two to the Cubs. Joey Votto took the lead with a couple of home runs and three RBIs on the season. The other notable players were Jesse Winker, Shogo Akiyama, and Tyler Stephenson.

Chicago’s NL Central Struggle

The Chicago Cubs are not a very strong team in the NL Central Division play. The Cubs have won 50 and dropped 53 games in total. Chicago will turn in Alec Mills as their starter against the Reds. Mills is holding a 4-3 record on the season with a total of 47 Ks. Ian Happ, Anthony Rizzo, Matt Duffy contributed in their last defeat. Nico Hoerner and Patrick Wisdom went deep from the plate with home runs.

Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs Head to Head with Spread

The total has gone OVER in 8 of Cincinnati’s last 12 games.

Cincinnati is 4-2 SU in their last 6 games.

Cincinnati is 6-1 SU in their last 7 games against the Chi Cubs.

The total has gone OVER in 8 of the Chi Cubs’ last 12 games at home.

Chi Cubs are 3-12 SU in their last 15 games against an opponent in the National League Central Division.

Chi Cubs are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games played on a Thursday.

Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs CashBet Free Pick

The Chicago Cubs have been on and off with their performance but they managed to make it past opponents with a struggling pitcher. The online sportsbook predictions favor the Cubs to rebound against Castillo on the mound.

Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs CashBet Best Bet: Chicago Cubs.