Chicago is 4-2 in its last six games against St. Louis, and it should have the advantage with this being the third time this season facing Hunter Dobbins.
Score prediction: Cubs 6, Cardinals 4
💰 Cardinals vs. Cubs prediction & best bet
Cubs first five innings ML (-158)
Most will expect rust from a pitcher making his first start in nearly two months. But Edward Cabrera shined in his latest rehab assignments, throwing five no-hit innings last week. And over his last two rehab outings, Cabrera pitched to a 15:1 K:BB ratio while allowing one unearned run over nine innings.
I am giving a pass to Cabrera for his 7.55 ERA over his final seven starts prior to landing on the IL, as those were marred by blister and leg issues. The Cubs won six of his first seven starts prior to injuries creeping in
