The Chicago Cubs are playing for the first time this season while the Colorado Rockies are coming off a loss. The Cubs are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Rockies are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Rockies. First pitch is set for 7:40 ET.
Rockies vs Cubs
The Cubs offense exploded for 12 runs in the previous game of this series against the Rockies, as they took down Colorado by a score of 12-2. Javier Assad got the win for the Cubs, while Kyle Freeland took the loss, giving up seven earned runs in just 3 1/3 innings of work.
Chicago’s offense got things going early, scoring two runs in the 1st inning and adding another in the 2nd. The Rockies didn’t score their first run until the 7th inning, while the Cubs put the game away with three runs in both the 3rd and 6th innings.
Both Garrett Cooper and Cody Bellinger went deep for the Cubs, while six different Chicago hitters drove in at least one run. The Rockies’ only runs came on a home run from Michael Toglia and Charlie Blackmon.
Cal Quantrill Gets The Start For The Rockies
Cal Quantrill will be looking to bounce back from a rough first start of the season when he takes the mound for the Colorado Rockies on the road against the Chicago Cubs. In his first outing, Quantrill allowed five earned runs on nine hits over five innings in a loss to the Diamondbacks. He’ll look to get back on track against the Cubs.
Rockies Offense Breakdown
When looking at the Rockies’ offensive projections for today, Charlie Blackmon has the highest total hits projection on the team and the 19th highest in the league. His home run projection is 5th best on the team and 18th in the league. Kris Bryant has the 4th best total hits projection for the Rockies and his home run projection is 2nd on the team and 15th in the league. Nolan Jones has the 2nd best total hits projection on the team and his home run projection is the best on the team and 14th in the league.
Luke Little Gets The Start For The Cubs
After two outings in the bullpen, Luke Little will make his first start of the season for the Cubs. He has yet to allow a run in two innings of work, giving up just one hit and one walk. He will face a Rockies team that has been struggling offensively to start the season.
Cubs Offense Breakdown
Our model has Seiya Suzuki as the top offensive performer for the Cubs in today’s game, as he has the highest total hits projection on the team and in the entire league. He also has the 3rd best odds to hit a home run today. Cody Bellinger is right behind him in terms of total hits, as his projection is 2nd on the team and 6th in the league. His odds to hit a home run are 2nd on the team and 7th in the league.
Rockies vs Cubs Prediction
Our prediction for today’s Rockies vs. Cubs matchup is to take the Cubs to win at home, but with their money line at -202, we recommend taking the over on the 6.5 run line. Our predicted final score is 6-5 in favor of the Cubs, giving us plenty of cushion on the over/under line.
Looking at some potential player props, a few Cubs hitters could be in line for a big game, as they are projected to finish with 11 hits compared to the Rockies’ nine. For the Rockies, they are projected to finish with nine strikeouts, which is the fifth most in the league today.
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Last updated:April 3, 2024 Cubs, Rockies