The Chicago Cubs (78-71) visit the Arizona Diamondbacks (78-72) on Sunday following a streak of four losses. First pitch is at 7:10 PM ET. The probable starters are Jordan Wicks (3-0) for the Cubs and Ryne Nelson (7-8) for the Diamondbacks.
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Chicago vs. Arizona Pitcher Matchup Info
- When: Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 7:10 PM ET
- Where: Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona
- How to Watch on TV: ESPN
- Probable Pitchers: Wicks – CHC (3-0, 1.99 ERA) vs Nelson – ARI (7-8, 5.53 ERA)
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Cubs vs. Diamondbacks Starting Pitcher Stats (2023)
| Wicks | Nelson | |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | GS | 26 |
| 3-0 | W-L | 7-8 |
| 1.99 | ERA | 5.53 |
| 22.2 | IP | 135 |
| 5 | BB | 41 |
| 15 | SO | 88 |
Cubs Probable Starting Pitcher: Jordan Wicks
- His most recent appearance was on Tuesday against the Colorado Rockies, when the left-hander tossed six innings, surrendering one earned run while giving up three hits.
- In four games this season, the 24-year-old has a 1.99 ERA and 6.0 strikeouts per nine innings, while giving up a batting average of .224 to his opponents.
- Wicks is trying to notch his third quality start in a row in this game.
- Wicks and his team have a record of 3-1-0 against the spread when he starts.
- In games Wicks has started this season, the teams are 1-3-0 at hitting the over.
Wicks’ Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| at Rockies | Sep. 11 | 6.0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| vs. Giants | Sep. 6 | 6.2 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| at Reds | Sep. 1 | 5.0 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| at Pirates | Aug. 26 | 5.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 1 |
Diamondbacks Probable Starting Pitcher: Ryne Nelson
- The right-hander gave up six earned runs and allowed seven hits in 4 1/3 innings pitched against the New York Mets on Tuesday.
- The 25-year-old has pitched to a 5.53 ERA this season with 5.9 strikeouts per nine innings compared to 2.7 walks per nine across 26 games.
- He has earned a quality start seven times in 26 starts this season.
- He has two appearances this season with zero earned runs allowed out of his 26 chances this season.
- The Diamondbacks are 14-12-0 ATS in Nelson’s 26 starts with a set spread.
- Nelson’s starts went over the run total 12 times in 26 games with a set total this season.
Nelson’s Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| at Mets | Sep. 12 | 4.1 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| at Cubs | Sep. 7 | 5.2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| vs. Padres | Aug. 11 | 3.0 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| at Twins | Aug. 5 | 3.0 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| at Giants | Jul. 31 | 6.2 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
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