The Chicago Cubs are set to clash with the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on September 13, 2024, beginning at 8:40 PM under scattered clouds. Javier Assad, who maintains a 3.144 ERA, will be pitching for the Cubs. His counterpart from the Rockies, Austin Gomber, enters the game with a 4.500 ERA.

Within the 2024 NL Central Division, the Cubs are currently 8th with a 75-71 record, reflecting a winning percentage of 0.51. Despite holding a 21-28 divisional record and standing 2nd in the division, they’ve managed 5 wins in their last 10 outings but are facing a recent loss. At Coors Field, their performance includes 38 wins and 33 losses at home, and slightly less favorable results on the road at 37-38. The Cubs have tallied 667 runs and conceded 607.

On the other side, the Rockies are 14th in the NL West Division, holding a less competitive 55-92 record and a 0.37 winning percentage. Ranked last in their division with a 15-28 record, their recent form shows only 4 wins in the last 10 games, with a single win recently breaking their losing streak. Playing at home has earned them 32 wins against 37 losses, with an even poorer performance away, at 23-55. Their offensive count stands at 613 runs while their defensive efforts have seen them allow 839 runs.

For those interested in betting, here’s a breakdown of the odds for the upcoming game: the point spread is set at 1.5, with the Over/Under for total runs at 11.0. Betting on the away team, the Cubs, offers a money line of -144, while a wager on the home team, the Rockies, presents a money line of +121. With these figures, seasoned bettors and newcomers alike will find plenty of excitement in this dynamic matchup.