The Cubs have come alive again and they are putting Taillon on the mound who has been solid in his last couple of starts with an ERA of 2.99 and has won his last two starts. He should check a lot of the Cardinals offense as they will struggle to get to him today. The Cubs are hot, winning seven of their last eight games. Mikolas hasn’t been great lately with an ERA of 6.18, and at home he’s been worse. He’s given up 12 runs in his last three starts and more at home. The Cubs hot bats can get to Mikolas today and they control the game and get the much needed win. The Cubs are 4-2 in their last 6 games on the road. There is value in taking the underdog in this spot.

Best bet: take Chicago Cubs on the moneyline (ML).