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MLB Moneyline Picks Tonight: Cubs vs Royals 7/28

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Game Summary

The Chicago Cubs will face off against the Kansas City Royals on July 28th at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. This game is a pivotal matchup for both teams as they look to solidify their standings in their respective divisions. The Cubs come into this game with a record of 57-48, placing them 3rd in the National League Central. The Royals, with a 50-56 record, are 4th in the American League Central. The Cubs have been performing well both at home (36-21) and on the road (21-27), while the Royals have had mixed results with a 27-25 home record and 23-31 on the road.

In terms of recent performances, the Cubs have had a challenging streak, losing 6 of their last 10 games, including two losses to the Milwaukee Brewers. On the other hand, the Royals have been more consistent, winning 7 of their last 10 games, including a 6-0 win against the Cubs on July 26th.

Historically, the Cubs have a slight edge over the Royals in head-to-head matchups. However, with the current form of both teams, this game promises to be an intriguing contest. The Cubs will rely on their solid pitching staff and the power hitting of players like Ian Happ and Christopher Morel. Meanwhile, the Royals will look to Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez to provide the offensive spark.

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Player Prop Odds

Kyle Isbel:

• Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+380)
• Batter Hits: Over 0.5 (-175)
• Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+170)
• Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (+115)
• Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (+110)
• Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (+145)

Player Analysis

Kyle Isbel, the left-handed outfielder for the Kansas City Royals, has been a consistent performer this season. With a .251 batting average, Isbel has shown his ability to get on base and contribute to the Royals' offense. He has accumulated 865 hits, ranking 13th in the league, and 483 runs, which ties him for 10th. Isbel's ability to make contact and his speed on the bases make him a valuable asset for the Royals.

His recent performances have been promising, and he has been particularly effective against right-handed pitchers. In his last 10 games, Isbel has recorded multiple hits in several outings and has been a key contributor to the Royals' recent success. Given his current form, betting on Isbel to record over 0.5 hits (-175) seems like a solid pick.

Opposing Analysis

Javier Assad, the right-handed pitcher for the Chicago Cubs, will be taking the mound against the Royals. Assad has had a respectable season with a 4-3 record and a 3.15 ERA. However, he has shown some vulnerability against left-handed hitters, which could play into Isbel's favor. The Cubs' pitching staff has been solid overall, ranking 7th in the league with a 3.72 ERA, but they have had some struggles in recent games.

Assad's tendency to give up hits to left-handed batters makes Isbel a strong candidate to record at least one hit in this game. Additionally, the Cubs' bullpen has been inconsistent, which could provide further opportunities for Isbel to make an impact.

Pitching Probables

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Player	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP	H	K	BB	HR
J. Assad	4-3	3.15	1.38	88.2	81	81	41	12
C. Ragans	7-6	3.23	1.15	122.2	101	146	40	9

Team Previews

Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs have been consistent performers this season, both offensively and defensively. They rank 10th in batting average (.251) and 10th in runs scored (483). Their pitching has been a strong suit, with a team ERA of 3.72, ranking 7th in the league. The Cubs' bullpen has also been reliable, with 24 saves, placing them 19th overall. Defensively, they have committed 49 errors, ranking 23rd.

Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals have had a mixed season but have shown flashes of brilliance. Offensively, they rank 26th in batting average (.232) and 24th in runs scored (424). Their pitching staff has been solid, with a team ERA of 3.73, ranking 8th in the league. The Royals' bullpen has been less reliable, with 23 saves, placing them 22nd overall. Defensively, they have committed 53 errors, ranking 17th.

Team Injuries

Player	Position	Updated	Injury	Injury Status
C. KilianCaleb Kilian	RP	Sun, Jul 28	Shoulder	Expected to be out until at least Jul 28

Player	Position	Updated	Injury	Injury Status
J. TaylorJosh Taylor	RP	Sun, Jul 28	Biceps	Expected to be out until at least Jul 28

Recent Games

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Chicago Cubs

DATE	OPPONENT	RESULT	W-L	WIN	LOSS	SAVE	ATT
Fri, Jul 19	vs Arizona	L5-2	47-52	Nelson 7-6	Steele 2-4	Sewald 14	40691
Sat, Jul 20	vs Arizona	L3-0	47-53	Gallen 7-5	Hendricks 2-8	Sewald 15	39595
Sun, Jul 21	vs Arizona	W2-1 F/10	48-53	Neris 8-2	Mantiply 3-2	NaN	39162
Mon, Jul 22	vs Milwaukee	W3-1	49-53	Smyly 3-5	Myers 6-4	Neris 14	35741
Tue, Jul 23	vs Milwaukee	L1-0	49-54	Peguero 6-3	Taillon 7-5	Megill 20	37651

Kansas City Royals

DATE	OPPONENT	RESULT	W-L	WIN	LOSS	SAVE	ATT
Fri, Jul 19	vs Chicago	W7-1	53-45	Wacha 7-6	Flexen 2-9	NaN	26693
Sat, Jul 20	vs Chicago	W6-1	54-45	Singer 6-6	Cannon 1-4	NaN	27545
Sun, Jul 21	vs Chicago	W4-1	55-45	Lugo 12-4	Brebbia 0-5	NaN	22226
Mon, Jul 22	vs Arizona	W10-4	56-45	Ragans 7-6	Diaz 1-1	NaN	16275
Tue, Jul 23	vs Arizona	L6-2	56-46	Montgomery 7-5	Marsh 7-7	NaN	21993

Prediction

Given the current form of both teams and the matchups, our pick for this game is to bet on Kyle Isbel to record over 0.5 hits (-175). Isbel has been consistent at the plate, and with Javier Assad's vulnerability to left-handed hitters, this is a solid bet.

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