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Detroit Downed 5-1 By Chicago - Matthew Boyd Takes Loss

Chicago got 8 innings of work from Kyle Hendricks en route to a 5-1 victory over Detroit on Sunday at Comerica Park.

Chicago was favored by -141 and came through for bettors backing them. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 8.

Chicago got 8 innings from Kyle Hendricks, who gave up 1 earned runs on 8 hits, while striking out 8. Kyle Hendricks earned the victory, while the Cubs got 2 RBIs from Ian Happ in the win.

Detroit got a 6-inning outing from Matthew Boyd in the loss. He gave up 4 earned runs, 1 walks and 6 hits in his time on the mound, while Miguel Cabrera had 2 hits in the loss for the Tigers.

Chicago outhit their counterparts 10-8 in the game.

Chicago looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Washington. Detroit will aim to get back on the winning track at Seattle.