Chicago Cubs MLB Props Bets - Wednesday 8/28/2024

On Wednesday, the Chicago Cubs will conclude a three-game series on the road versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. Chicago defeated Pittsburgh 18-8 on Monday in the opening game of the series and the Cubs have won four of the last five. Chicago is second in the National League Central, 10 games behind the first-place Milwaukee Brewers. Keep up to date with all the MLB action, with our expert MLB picks.

Ian Happ - Total Bases Over 1.5 (+135)

Chicago Cubs left fielder Ian Happ is leading the club in home runs and RBI as well as in total bases with 208 thanks to 53 singles, 30 doubles, one triple, and 23 home runs, in 126 games played. Happ has had two or more total bases in four of the last five games and eight of the last 15. I am convinced that versus Pittsburgh pitching, Happ will have two or more total bases on Wednesday.

Kyle Hendricks - Total Earned Runs Under 2.5 (-130)

On Wednesday, the Chicago Cubs will send Kyle Hendricks to the mound. The right-hander is 3-10 with a 6.33 ERA, 67 Ks, and 29 BBs. Hendricks has a disappointing ERA this season, and the veteran right-hander has struggled on the mound over the last six starts, allowing three earned runs or more in four of the six. On May 17 versus Pittsburgh, Hendricks gave up seven earned runs in only 4 ⅔ innings. I am certain the right-hander will struggle again versus Pittsburgh and give up three or more earned runs Wednesday.