On September 15, 2024, the Chicago Cubs are set to duel with the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 3:10 PM under partially cloudy skies. Starting for the Cubs is Kyle Hendricks, who carries an ERA of 6.509, while Cal Quantrill will take the mound for the Rockies, boasting an ERA of 4.630.

In the National League Central, the Cubs are 8th with a record of 75-73, reflecting a .51 winning percentage and finding themselves ranked 2nd in their division with an intra-division record of 21-28. They have won 4 of their last 10 games and are on a three-game losing skid. The Cubs show a 38-33 record at home and 37-40 on the road, with 34 day game wins versus 41 in night games. They have scored 677 runs and conceded 622.

The Rockies are placed 14th in the National League West with a 57-92 record, a .38 winning percentage, and sit 5th in their division. They have 15 wins and 28 losses against division rivals, but have taken 6 of their last 10 games and are currently on a three-game win streak. Colorado posts a 34-37 record at Coors Field and a troubling 23-55 on the road. They have managed more success in night games with 38 wins compared to 19 in day games, scoring 628 runs while allowing a hefty 849.

In terms of betting odds for this matchup: The point spread is set at 1.5, the over/under total is poised at 11.0, the moneyline for the visiting Cubs is -126, and for the home team Rockies, it is at +107. This reveals a slight favoritism towards the Cubs, despite their recent struggles, indicating a perceived edge in either team composition or recent form that could sway bettors towards choosing the Cubs for a potential win in this encounter.