Set for an engaging showdown on September 3, 2024, the Pittsburgh Pirates will battle it out against the Chicago Cubs at the iconic Wrigley Field, starting at 7:40 PM under a clear sky.

Paul Skenes will take the pitcher’s mound for the Pirates with an impressive ERA of 2.229, while the Cubs will counter with Kyle Hendricks, who brings an ERA of 6.750 to the game. Currently, the Pirates are positioned 12th in the NL Central Division with a record of 64-73, showing a .47 win percentage. They have performed slightly better within their division, placing 5th with 21 wins and 19 losses. The team’s recent performance includes 4 wins in their last 10 outings, marked by a current one-win streak. Comparatively, the Pittsburgh Pirates fare similarly at home (32-36) and away (32-37).

On the other hand, the Chicago Cubs hold the 8th spot in the same division, boasting a record of 71-67, a .51 win rate. Their inter-division record of 20-27 places them incrementally better, at 2nd within the division. They’ve captured 8 victories in their recent 10 games despite a recent loss, and maintain a more balanced home (36-30) and away (35-37) record.

Betting enthusiasts will find the odds intriguing with a Point Spread of 1.5, favoring a close match. The Over/Under is set at 6.5, suggesting expectations of moderate scoring from both sides. Bettors looking to back the underdogs might lean towards the Pirates with an Away Team Money Line of -126, while the Cubs, slightly less favored at home, have a Home Team Money Line of 105.