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This evening, Belmont betting enthusiasts also handicapping the MLB, are in for a treat when the Chicago Cubs take on the Philadelphia Phillies. On paper, everything but the pitching matchup indicates that the Phillies should decimate the Cubs, however with Carlos Zambrano and Roy Halladay on the mound, this game should turn into a classic. Today’s MLB betting pick features the National League matchup between the Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia Phillies, two of the league’s most storied franchises.

After being called a glorified Triple A team by staff ace Carlos Zambrano, the Chicago Cubs have won two of their last three games. Chicago shocked the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday, as they came from behind to win the game four to one. The game saw the Reds bullpen implode for another consecutive time this season, as the Cubs snapped a disappointing 10 game losing streak. Then last night, the Cubs kept the momentum going, as they defeated the Philadelphia Phillies four to three in 11 innings.

The latter of the two games, took a toll on both the Cubs and Phillies, as the Cubs sent five relief pitchers to the mound, while the Phillies used their entire bullpen in last night’s game. however, tonight’s game features a battle of the aces, as Carlos Zambrano and five and two record with an earned run average just under four, takes on Roy Halladay who is eight and three with an earned run average around two and a half. Historically speaking, both Zambrano and Halladay are workhorses, and fans handicapping this game should expect a low scoring affair, with both pitchers pitching a complete game.

There is no betonline scam -- the Zambrano is an underwhelming four and three with an earned run average of three and a half lifetime against the Phillies. Conversely, when Halladay takes the mound, the Phillies are an impressive 10 and three and have won Doc’s last five starts. Prediction: Philadelphia gets revenge after blowing the lead in last night’s game.