MLB Player Props Game Picks: Arizona Diamondbacks vs Chicago Cubs

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Game Summary

The Arizona Diamondbacks (51-48) are set to face the Chicago Cubs (47-53) at Wrigley Field on Sunday, July 21 at 2:20 p.m. EDT. The Diamondbacks come into this game riding a four-game road winning streak, highlighting their recent form and resilience on the road. Arizona currently stands second in the NL West, while the Cubs are fifth in the NL Central.

Chicago has a commendable home record of 25-23, which includes a solid 34-10 record in games where they out-hit their opponents. Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks boast a slugging percentage of .409, ranking ninth-best in MLB play. They lead the season series against the Cubs 3-2, which should add an extra layer of motivation for both teams.

Ketel Marte is a key player for the Diamondbacks, leading the team with a .292 batting average, 19 doubles, 19 home runs, 42 walks, and 57 RBIs. On the other hand, Christopher Morel has been a standout for the Cubs, contributing significantly with 18 home runs and a total of 26 extra-base hits.

Both teams have been performing well recently. The Cubs have a 6-4 record in their last 10 games with a .282 batting average and a 2.35 ERA, outscoring their opponents by 18 runs. The Diamondbacks are 7-3 in their last 10 games, hitting .256 with a 2.74 ERA, and have outscored their opponents by 23 runs.

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Odds and Betting Lines

Current betting odds for the game are as follows:

• Moneyline: Cubs -127, Diamondbacks +107
• Over/Under: 7.5 runs

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Pitching Probables

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	Strikeouts	WHIP
Brandon Pfaadt (ARI)	4-6	3.97	104	1.16
Shota Imanaga (CHC)	8-2	2.97	98	1.11

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Team Previews

Arizona Diamondbacks

The Diamondbacks have a solid hitting lineup with players like Ketel Marte and Christian Walker leading the charge. Marte has a .292 average, 19 home runs, and 57 RBIs, while Walker has contributed with 22 home runs and 68 RBIs.

In terms of pitching, Brandon Pfaadt has been a reliable starter with a 4-6 record and a 3.97 ERA. The Diamondbacks also have a decent bullpen, though they have faced challenges with key players like Eduardo Rodriguez and Jordan Montgomery on the IL.

Chicago Cubs

The Cubs' lineup features Christopher Morel and Ian Happ as key offensive contributors. Morel has 18 home runs, and Happ leads the team with 58 RBIs. The Cubs' batting average stands at .254, which is sixth in MLB.

Shota Imanaga has been impressive on the mound with an 8-2 record and a 2.97 ERA. However, the Cubs' bullpen has been hit by injuries to players like Luke Little and Hayden Wesneski, which could impact their performance.

Team Injuries

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Eduardo Rodriguez	SP	Shoulder	Expected to be out until at least Aug 16
Jordan Montgomery	SP	Knee	Expected to be out until at least Jul 23

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Luke Little	RP	Lat	Out for the season
Hayden Wesneski	RP	Forearm	Expected to be out until at least Aug 4

Recent Games

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ Chicago	W 5-2	W
@ Chicago	W 3-0	W

Opponent	Score	W/L
vs Arizona	L 5-2	L
vs Arizona	L 3-0	L

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Team Rankings

Category	Diamondbacks	Cubs
Hitting	19th	7th
Starting Pitching	11th	26th
Relief Pitching	22nd	19th
Fielding	13th	28th

Prediction

Geraldo Perdomo has shown consistent performance at the plate, with a .267 batting average and the ability to get on base frequently. Considering his recent form and the odds of -110 for over 0.5 singles, this bet presents good value. Perdomo's ability to hit singles is crucial for the Diamondbacks' offense, and he has proven to be a reliable hitter against both left and right-handed pitchers.

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