The'St. Louis Cardinals (56-52) and'Chicago Cubs (52-58) begin a 4-game series Thursday. First pitch from Wrigley Field is set for 8:05 p.m (MLB Network). ET. Let's analyze FanDuel Sportsbook's lines around the'Cardinals vs. Cubs odds'and make our expert'MLB picks and predictions'for the best bets.
Season series: Cardinals lead 6-3
St. Louis heads to Chicago after going 3-3 on a 6-game homestand. They beat the Rangers 10-1 on Wednesday behind a stellar MLB debut from RHP Michael McGreevy (7 IP, 1 ER, 5 H, 1 BB, 3K). Newly acquired LF Tommy Pham made an impact, going 3-for-4 with a double, 2 RBI and 2 runs scored. The Cardinals are 27-27 on the road and 54-53 against the spread (ATS).
The Cubs routed the Cincinnati Reds 13-4 on Wednesday to end their 6-game road trip at 3-3. Lots of big offensive performances from DH Cody Bellinger (3-for-5 with 2 RBI and 2 runs scored), LF Ian Happ (3-for-4 with a HR and a double) and RF Seiya Suzuki (2 doubles and 3 RBI). Chicago is 27-25 at Wrigley Field and 50-59 ATS.