Chicago Cubs at Milwaukee Brewers Betting Tips – Brewers To Tame Cubs In MLB Series Opener
The Milwaukee Brewers are predicted to take the first game of their crucial NL Central series against the Chicago Cubs. The Brewers have the season edge, winning six of the last ten matchups and boasting a dominant bullpen with a 2.87 ERA since July 1. While both teams have split their last ten games, Milwaukee’s home-field advantage and Robert Gasser’s home stats give them the edge. The final recommendation is to back the Brewers for a strong start in this series.
- Brewers tipped to win thanks to home advantage & top bullpen
- Milwaukee has won 6 of their last 10 vs Cubs; strong bullpen (2.87 ERA)
- Both teams split last 10 games; Brewers look to start series strong
Milwaukee are tipped to draw first blood in the first game of this crucial NL Central series.
The Brewers have had a slight edge in meetings this season, and they also have a pitching advantage with Robert Gasser doing his best work at home, supported by an in-form bullpen.
Key Numbers – Can Brewers Go 7-4 Against Cubs This Season?
- Milwaukee Brewers have won 6 of the previous 10 meetings
- Milwaukee starter Robert Gasser has allowed 0.9 home runs per nine innings at home
- Milwaukee Brewers bullpen has a 2.87 ERA since July 1 (#1 in National League)
- The Over has cashed in 5 of the last 7 meetings
Brewers Lead All-Time Head-To-Head; Won Last Meeting
- Milwaukee Brewers lead the all-time series 238-232
- Chicago Cubs won 2-1 when the two teams last met on September 3
Chicago Cubs Form – Last 10 Games
Chicago head to Milwaukee on the back of a defeat, and having split their last 10 games overall.
| Date | Opposition | W/L | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug-28 | vs Cincinnati Reds | L | 8-10 |
| Aug-29 | vs Cincinnati Reds | W | 17-5 |
| Aug-30 | vs Cincinnati Reds | L | 5-7 |
| Aug-31 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | W | 17-3 |
| Sep-01 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | L | 4-9 |
| Sep-02 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | L | 5-9 |
| Sep-03 | vs Milwaukee Brewers | W | 2-1 |
| Sep-04 | at Miami Marlins | W | 6-1 |
| Sep-05 | at Miami Marlins | W | 6-5 |
| Sep-06 | at Miami Marlins | L | 3-10 |
Milwaukee Brewers Form – Last 10 Games
Milwaukee come into this series having also split their last 10 games, but having lost five of the last eight.
| Date | Opposition | W/L | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug-28 | vs Texas Rangers | W | 6-1 |
| Aug-29 | vs Texas Rangers | W | 5-3 |
| Aug-30 | vs Texas Rangers | L | 4-7 |
| Aug-31 | at Chicago Cubs | L | 3-17 |
| Sep-01 | at Chicago Cubs | W | 9-4 |
| Sep-02 | at Chicago Cubs | W | 9-5 |
| Sep-03 | at Chicago Cubs | L | 1-2 |
| Sep-04 | at Cincinnati Reds | W | 10-7 |
| Sep-05 | at Cincinnati Reds | L | 3-5 |
| Sep-06 | at Cincinnati Reds | L | 8-12 |
Starting Pitchers
| Player | Team | Record | ERA | Strikeouts | Innings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Boyd | Chicago Cubs | 8-3 | 4.05 | 79 | 102.1 |
| Robert Gasser | Milwaukee Brewers | 4-5 | 4.57 | 82 | 86.2 |
Verdict
Milwaukee dropped the last couple of games in Cincinnati, but they can rebound here.
Gasser’s record is not great, but he is a better performer at home and this Brewers bullpen has been in fine form over the past couple of months.
Gasser’s record is not great, but he is a better performer at home and this Brewers bullpen has been in fine form over the past couple of months.
Milwaukee Win
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