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(MLB) Atlanta vs. Chi Cubs, 04/16/2021 2:20 PM, Score: 5 - 2
Money Line: -114.00 Chi Cubs (Home)
Result: Loss
The Cubbies were off Wednesday, which means their full bullpen is available -- unlike Atlanta, which had to use four relievers, including temporary closer AJ Minter, in Thursday's comeback win over Miami. Braves lefty starter Drew Smyly (0-0, 5.73) has not been good in his two starts, while Cubs right-hander Zach Davies was decent in one but awful in another -- but has had a track record of much more recent success than Smyly. The Cubs are 5-1 in their past six vs. lefties and we'll back them this afternoon at home.