Before we get to the starting pitchers let's look at who isn't going to play. Kris Bryant is doubtful with a neck injury. On the Houston side, Jose Altuve and George Springer are out. That's a lot of missing star power.

The Astros' offense is really missing Altuve and Springer. Houston is averaging just 3.3 runs in its last nine games. The Under has cashed in 10 of Houston's last 11 games.

Veteran Jon Lester can give the Cubs a quality start while pitching deep into the game.

The Astros are going with Corbin Martin, a promising rookie who is backed by an excellent bullpen with a top set-up man (Ryan Pressly) and dominant closer, Roberto Osuna.