On Friday, a matchup of NL Central rivals is on the docket, with the Chicago Cubs (56-75) visiting the St. Louis Cardinals (76-55) at 8:15 PM ET.
The Cubs (+175 underdog moneyline odds to win) visit the Cardinals (-205). The starting pitchers are Jordan Montgomery (7-3) for the St. Louis Cardinals, and Justin Steele for the Chicago Cubs.
The Cardinals won their last game against the Reds Friday by a 5-3 score. Lars Nootbaar went 1-for-1 with a home run and two RBI to lead them offensively. Andre Pallante picked up the win on the strength of three innings without giving up an earned run on three hits, while striking out one.
The Cubs defeated the Blue Jays 7-5 Friday. Franmil Reyes led the way offensively after going 1-for-4 with a home run and an RBI, and Manuel Rodriguez got the win, throwing two innings without giving up a hit or an earned run while striking out one.