As of Sunday morning, though, the game is a pick ‘em at the Westgate SuperBook, where both teams are offered at -105 odds.
Current MLB lines: Cardinals-Cubs | Monday’s card
The Cardinals are looking for their fifth straight postseason appearance with their roster from last season pretty much intact. At the Westgate, they are 10-to-1 to win the World Series, the 6-to-5 favorite to claim the NL Central, and their season win total is set at 87.5.
The Cubs always attract plenty of futures action in Las Vegas, but with a productive offseason, which included the hiring of manager Joe Maddon, fans of the lovable losers are actually betting their team with some confidence. Chicago is 16-to-1 to win their first World Series since 1908 and 3-to-1 to win the division, with a win total of 82.5.
Futures: World Series odds | Division odds, win totals
The Linemakers’ lean: While optimism abounds in Chicago, there may be some issues with Lester as the season begins. He is dealing with a tired arm and could be limited to a pitch count tonight.
The Cardinals, meanwhile, went 4-1 against the Cubs behind Wainwright last season. Wainwright went 3-1 in those games, with one no decision, including getting the win in the last two meetings at Wrigley Field. In fact, he blanked the Cubs in those two outings.
At -110 odds or better, the Cards offer some value tonight.
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