On the evening of May 21, 2024, the Atlanta Braves are scheduled to go head-to-head with the Chicago Cubs at historic Wrigley Field, with first pitch set for 7:40 PM under expected overcast conditions. This matchup promises an intriguing pitching duel as Atlanta’s Charlie Morton, who holds a 3.522 ERA, takes on Chicago’s Javier Assad and his commendable 1.490 ERA.

As of now, the Braves find themselves in third place within the NL East Division with a record of 27-17 and a winning percentage of .610. Their performance in division games is solid, with 10 wins and 5 losses. Meanwhile, the Cubs are in the fifth position in the NL Central Division standings, boasting a 26-22 record and a .540 winning percentage. Positionally, they are also second in their division with an equal 5-5 record against division opponents.

When it comes to recent form, Atlanta has won 5 of their last 10 games and is currently riding a win streak of one game. Chicago, however, managed 4 wins in their last 10 outings but lost their most recent game. Home-field advantage seems stronger for the Cubs with a 14-9 record at Wrigley Field, while the Braves have balanced strength both at home and on the road.

In terms of scoring, the Braves have tallied a total of 203 runs and given up 163, while the Cubs have scored 212 runs but have allowed slightly more at 204.

For those interested in betting, the current odds for the game are: Point Spread at 1.5, with a total Over/Under set at 10.0. In the moneyline markets, the Braves are favored at -128 while the Cubs stand as underdogs at +108. Given the Braves’ slight edge and the Cubs’ strong home record, this game could provide fascinating outcomes for bettors looking for both spread and outright opportunities.