The Pirates have dropped 21 of their last 31 home games and are drawing the Cubs in a foul mood after Chicago lost to Cincinnati on Sunday.

The Cubs have by far the superior offense. This is especially so with Anthony Rizzo heating up and the Pirates missing two of their key offensive weapons with Starling Marte and Jung Ho Kang not on the team. Marte's absence really weakens the Pirates' both offensively and defensively.

Brett Anderson has looked good for the Cubs backed by a strong defensive infield. Pirates starter Chad Kuhl was 0-2 with a 10.45 ERA in three starts against the Cubs last season during his rookie year.

I much prefer the Cubs' bullpen, too.