by Wayne Root
Wednesday, Jun 21, 2023I wanted to offer a free analysis the day following a play that I recommended. Win or lose. We’re all about transparency here and love teaching a few things while offering a couple of betting tips.
I told bettors to “Take Chicago Cubs”.
The Cubs won 4-0 Tuesday.
I loved the money line. Pittsburgh was on a losing streak and the Cubs were on a winning streak. Many sports bettors think of the “due” factor” for the Pirates to win with the Cubs taking a loss. That is not a reliable way of capping. Baseball goes in streaks.
Here was Tuesday’s line as I stated:
I am taking the Chicago Cubs in this one over the Pittsburgh Pirates at -135. That’s not a line that will eat up cash. Laying -140 and above is burning up cash.
The Cubs had everything going in their favor here against the Pirates as they look to take the second game of the series on Tuesday. The Cubs lineup has been better all season long and as of late they have taken things to the next level averaging an eye popping 7.4 runs per game over their last 7 games, winning 6 of those contests. The main thought here is that baseball goes in streaks as mentioned. And 4 of those 6 wins came against this very Pirates team as well, so Chicago clearly has their number.
The Cubs also have a significant edge in the pitching matchup, with Stroman pitching at an All-Star level this year. Marcus Stroman pitched a five hitter thru 7 innings. He allowed no runs and had five strikeouts. Additionally and important is that Chicago got to rest their bullpen. I follow with that information in handicapping the following day. This day and age is needing strong bullpens.
I left this note yesterday;
Note that (win or lose) I will be providing a free analysis of this play tomorrow. Be sure to read it.
I mentioned this would be broken down a day ahead so nobody would think I only talk about winners. This column is “Win or Lose”. Either way we have reasons to share no matter what the results.
Good Luck, I love betting baseball,
Wayne Root
