Chicago at Pittsburgh

Chicago got a shutout victory yesterday, but they still have a losing road mark along with an 8-19 run away from Wrigley Field. In their last 12 road contests, Chicago is 4-8 getting outscored 59-38. The Cubs are also 6-5 in the last 11 starts made by Marcus Stroman with two of the wins by just one run, plus the relief staff is 22nd in ERA (4.37) and WHIP. Chicago is 44-56 versus losing teams, plus 134-185 on the road after scoring eight or more runs. Pittsburgh has a winning home record and young starter Johan Oviedo has thrown best at home with a 3.86 ERA while holding batters to a .230 average in this park. The Pirates are 10-3 against NL squads averaging 4.5+ runs and 26-14 at home after allowing eight or more runs. The wagering value is on the home team to win the game or lose by one run. Play Pittsburgh on the run line.