mlb Game Recap
Chicago Tops Atlanta 7-1 - Recap
Chicago grabbed a 7-1 win over Atlanta on Wednesday, as Javier Assad was credited with a win at Truist Park.
Bettors who backed the Cubs were rewarded as +160 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 9.
Javier Assad earned the victory for the Cubs, throwing 6 innings of work, striking out 7, walking 1, and allowing 4 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Pete Crow-Armstrong in the win.
Atlanta's starting pitcher Charlie Morton worked 3 innings, giving up 5 hits and 3 earned runs while striking out 4 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Zack Short in a losing cause.
Chicago outhit their counterparts 13-8 in the game.
Chicago looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Pittsburgh. Atlanta will aim to get back on the winning track vs. San Diego.