With Kyle Tucker confirmed back in the lineup and Miles Mikolas having some rather ugly numbers against many of the hitters in this Chicago order, I'm finding some value on this line at prices +110 or better. The Cubs still have something to play for, they get a Friday day game in Wrigley Field, and a familiar foe on the other side. Don't love Colin Rea but he's allowed three runs or less in eight of his last nine appearances. I'll back the team that still should be pushing hard in this one!

Not a fan of Chicago pitcher Colin Rea, and he better not be seen in the playoffs unless in mop-up duty if even on the roster, but the Cubbies still have to care for at least one more game. Their magic number to earn the top WC spot and host the Padres next week is two. Obviously it would be preferred to get that done today/tonight (with Padres loss) and rest some guys Saturday and Sunday. Kyle Tucker has been activated and is in today's lineup. One of the Cards' top hitters, Brendan Donovan, is out. Prefer -1 ...