Chicago Cubs vs Cincinnati Reds Prediction & Picks - MLB

Prediction published on 7/29/24, 9:39 AM  by Carlos Zabala | Modified on 7/29/24 at 10:06 AM in MLB Picks

Cubs and Reds begin a new series. In 2024 the Reds won 5 of the 7 games played against each other. Both teams have fallen far behind in the fight for a wild card in the NL. In an unexpected move, Cubs management got rid of Morel to bring Paredes from Rays hoping he will bring a much-needed offensive spark to the team. Paredes has 16 HRs in what was his first season as an All-Star and will face the Reds, whom he faced last weekend in a Rays shirt.

The Reds continue with their usual difficulties to hit for a good collective average and their very bad tendency to have certain bats go out for many games at key moments. India, for example, is 0-for-15 in their last 4 games. "I don't really know what to say. It sucks," India said.

The record indicates that the Reds have hit well against Taillon, he is 5-5 in 16 starts with a 4.79 ERA against Cincinnati.

The Cubs have only hit 111 HRs in 2024, a decline from 2023. In games where the Cubs hit at least 2 HRs, they are 20-6 this season. The one who has maintained good numbers despite everything is Happ, who has 23 doubles, 1 triple and 16 HRs this season.