Phillies Seek Winning Streak Against Cubs with Abel on the Mound

PHILADELPHIA, PA – The Philadelphia Phillies are looking to break their losing streak as they face the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night. The game features a pitching matchup between Mick Abel and Colin Rea, with both teams currently even in odds.

Since the end of May, the Phillies have struggled to secure a winning streak. However, the team remains hopeful that Abel, who has shown promise in his first two major league starts, can help turn things around against one of baseball’s stronger lineups.

Abel, a rookie pitcher, has only allowed eight hits in 11.1 innings, showcasing his potential on the mound. Meanwhile, Rea holds a 3.49 ERA but has demonstrated signs of decline, surrendering six earned runs in two separate outings against the Cincinnati Reds. With four or more earned runs allowed in three of his last six starts, concerns are mounting regarding his performance.

Notably, left-handed batters have a .314 average against Rea, which boosts the likelihood of a home run from Kyle Schwarber, offered at +210 on BetMGM. Despite the team’s recent struggles, Schwarber is seen as a prime candidate to hit a home run.

Additionally, Trea Turner and Nick Castellanos are also key players, each showing consistent batting success against Rea. Turner has a .250 batting average against him, while Castellanos has recorded a home run in their encounters. Their recent performances indicate that a combined performance bet featuring Schwarber, Turner, and Castellanos could yield favorable odds.

On the other hand, Abel’s strikeout prop sits at 4.5, seen as attainable given the Cubs’ high strikeout rate since last Tuesday. Abel’s previous innings suggest he could reach five strikeouts against the Cubs, providing further optimism for Phillies fans.

Overall, with mixed data regarding both pitchers, fans and bettors alike are anticipation a competitive game as the Phillies aim for their first winning streak since late May.