The Cincinnati Reds (58-49) start a four-game series against the Chicago Cubs (53-52) on Monday at Wrigley Field. First pitch is at 8:05 PM. This contest’s pitching matchup is set, as the Cubs will send Marcus Stroman (10-7) to the mound, while Andrew Abbott (6-2) will take the ball for the Reds.
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Chicago vs. Cincinnati Pitcher Matchup Info
- When: Monday, July 31, 2023 at 8:05 PM ET
- Where: Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois
- How to Watch on TV: MARQ
- Probable Pitchers: Stroman – CHC (10-7, 3.51 ERA) vs Abbott – CIN (6-2, 1.90 ERA)
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Cubs vs. Reds Starting Pitcher Stats (2023)
| Stroman | Abbott | |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | GS | 10 |
| 10-7 | W-L | 6-2 |
| 3.51 | ERA | 1.90 |
| 125.2 | IP | 61.2 |
| 48 | BB | 19 |
| 109 | SO | 66 |
Cubs Probable Starting Pitcher: Marcus Stroman
- In his most recent time out on Thursday, the righty went 3 1/3 innings against the Chicago White Sox, allowing seven earned runs while surrendering nine hits.
- The 32-year-old has put up a 3.51 ERA and 7.8 strikeouts per nine innings across 22 games this season, while giving up a batting average of .215 to opposing hitters.
- Stroman is trying to record his 16th quality start of the season.
- In six of his 22 total appearances this season he has not allowed an earned run.
- Among qualifying pitchers in MLB play this season, the 32-year-old ranks 23rd in ERA (3.51), 30th in WHIP (1.202), and 50th in K/9 (7.8).
- Stroman’s team is 11-11-0 against the spread this season in his starts.
- Games started by Stroman have a 7-13-2 record at hitting the over this season.
Stroman’s Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| at White Sox | Jul. 26 | 3.1 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| vs. Cardinals | Jul. 20 | 3.2 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| vs. Red Sox | Jul. 15 | 6.0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| at Brewers | Jul. 6 | 5.0 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| vs. Guardians | Jul. 1 | 5.2 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 2 |
Reds Probable Starting Pitcher: Andrew Abbott
- The left-hander allowed seven hits in six scoreless innings pitched against the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday.
- The 24-year-old has an ERA of 1.90 and 9.6 strikeouts per nine innings with an opponent batting average of .181 in 10 games this season.
- If he completes six or more innings with three or fewer earned runs allowed, he’ll earn his fourth quality start in a row.
- He has kept opponents from scoring an earned run in two straight appearances.
- The Reds have a 7-3-0 record against the spread in Abbott’s starts.
- Abbott has had 10 starts that sportsbooks set a total for this season, and two of those matchups hit the over.
Abbott’s Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| at Brewers | Jul. 25 | 6.0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1 |
| vs. Giants | Jul. 20 | 8.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| vs. Brewers | Jul. 15 | 6.0 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| at Brewers | Jul. 7 | 4.1 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
| vs. Padres | Jul. 2 | 7.2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 1 |
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