The St. Louis Cardinals opened this series between the two National League Central rivals with a 5-2 triumph Friday night, and I think they'll claim Game 2 of the series here Saturday afternoon as well.

Miles Mikolas (10-3, 2.82 ERA) will take the ball for the Cards. He limited the Cubs to six hits and two runs while walking two and fanning six at Wrigley Field his last time out and he owns a superb 1.99 ERA at home this season.

The Cubs turn to left-hander Jose Quintana (9-6, 3.87 ERA) who permitted six hits and two runs while walking four and striking out six against the Cards on Sunday. I do however feel the price is right to back St. Louis here as it should be well motivated to deal the division leaders another loss.

8* play on St. Louis Cardinals.