Chicago at St. Louis

Chicago plays its sixth consecutive road game and is looking road-weary losing four of five. The offense is #21 in runs scored and the Cubs are 20-60 against a starter with a WHIP lower than 1.15, plus 36-61 after scoring two runs or fewer. St. Louis is strong at home and playing well winning four of five. The Cardinals offense is Top 10 in runs scored and on-base percentage. Jose Quintana (3.50 ERA) makes his St. Louis debut, an excellent acquisition to help their second-half run. The Cardinals are 36-16 as a favorite, so back home field. Play St. Louis.