Why the over 8.5 is the play as struggling Cubs and Pirates starters face off in Pittsburgh today

Tuesday was just a 1-1 day, nothing special, but also not a complete disaster. One of the things I love most about baseball is that we get to bet on it daily. Not only do we bet on it daily, but we also have a chance to read individual series. Unlike every other sport, where it is typically just one game outside of the playoffs, the mini-series gives us a chance to get a read on team performances. It doesn't take much of a glance to see that the Chicago Cubs are in a terrible spot right now. The