Cincinnati Reds at Chicago Cubs 10/1/22 - MLB Picks & Predictions

Historic Wrigley Field will play host to a Saturday afternoon MLB battle between the Cincinnati Reds and the Chicago Cubs. The Reds (60-97) have lost four straight games and are in danger of finishing in last place in the NL Central Division. On Friday, Jake Fraley homered and had three of Cincinnati’s four hits during a 6-1 road loss against Chicago.

Rookie left-hander Nick Lodolo (4-7 3.75 ERA) will make his 19th career major league start for the Reds. Last time out, Lodolo allowed one run and struck out eight batters during a 2-1 home victory versus Milwaukee.

The Chicago Cubs are riding a five-game winning streak and are finishing the season strong for manager David Ross. During yesterday’s home victory, Nico Hoerner drove in three runs and Ian Happ scored twice to lead the Chicago offense. SP Adrian Sampson (4-5) allowed one run in seven innings to earn the win for the Cubs (71-86).

Chicago manager David Ross has yet to name a starting pitcher for this game. The Cubs lack quality options on a staff that ranks 21st in the majors with a 4.09 team ERA.