mlb Game Recap
Miami Marlins Chicago Cubs Game Ends in 2-0 Cubs Victory - Recap
Chicago got a shutout performance from its pitching staff en route to a 2-0 victory over Miami on Sunday at Wrigley Field.
Bettors who backed the Cubs were rewarded as -145 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 9.
Alec Mills earned the victory for the Cubs, throwing 5 innings of work, striking out 3, walking 0, and allowing 6 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 1 RBIs from Joc Pederson in the win.
Miami got a 0.1-inning outing from Ross Detwiler in the loss. He gave up 1 earned runs, 0 walks and 3 hits in his time on the mound, while Jesus Aguilar had 2 hits in the loss for the Marlins.
The battle of the bats favored Miami as they had 4 hits, while Chicago only had 6.
Craig Kimbrel pitched the final 1 innings for the save. He struck out 2 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.
Chicago looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Cleveland. Miami will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Toronto.