On Sunday, April 20, 2025, the Arizona Diamondbacks will take on the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. The game is set to begin at 2:20 PM. Fans can expect an exciting night game in Chicago.

Diamondbacks vs. Cubs Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Diamondbacks MoneyLine: 110. The Diamondbacks present good value as underdogs. They have a solid road record and Merrill Kelly has shown strong recent performances.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 7.0 (-122). Both teams have strong offensive stats, with high slugging percentages and home run numbers, suggesting a higher scoring game.

Team Trends

• Arizona Diamondbacks have a regular season record of 12-9 with a home record of 6-4.
• Chicago Cubs hold a regular season record of 14-9 and have performed better on the road with an 8-5 record.
• In their recent game on April 19th, 2025, the Cubs won 6-2 against the Diamondbacks, with both teams hitting two home runs each.
• During the April 18th, 2025 game, the Cubs defeated the Diamondbacks 13-11, totaling 18 hits and five home runs.
• On April 17th, 2025, the Diamondbacks won 6-4 against the Miami Marlins despite having fewer hits than their opponent.

Diamondbacks vs Cubs Preview

On April 20, 2025, the Arizona Diamondbacks head to Wrigley Field to play against the Chicago Cubs. Merrill Kelly will start for the Diamondbacks. He has a 3-1 record this season and an ERA of 5.57. Kelly recently pitched six innings against the Miami Marlins, allowing only one run.

The Cubs will have Jameson Taillon on the mound. Taillon has a 1-1 record with a 5.40 ERA this season. In his last game against the San Diego Padres, he pitched 5 1/3 innings and allowed two runs. Both teams look to secure a win in this night game.

Chicago Cubs: Key Players and Stats

The Chicago Cubs have strong hitters this season. Kyle Tucker leads the team with a .315 batting average. He also has the most home runs and RBIs, with six and 23, respectively. Pete Crow-Armstrong is another key player. He has a .270 batting average and three home runs. He ranks second on the team with 18 runs. Seiya Suzuki is expected to play despite a wrist issue. He shares the lead in home runs with Tucker at six. His 18 RBIs rank second on the team.

Arizona Diamondbacks: Top Performers and Pitching Insights

Corbin Carroll stands out for the Arizona Diamondbacks. He has a .341 batting average and leads the team with seven home runs. His 19 RBIs and runs rank first in the league, making him a key player. Josh Naylor contributes with a .316 batting average. He has four home runs and ranks second on the team with 14 runs. His 13 RBIs place him third on the team. Merrill Kelly is the starting pitcher for the Diamondbacks. He has a record of 3-1 with a 5.57 ERA this season. In his last game against the Marlins, he allowed only one run in six innings.

Final Betting Pick

The Diamondbacks offer good value on the money line due to their solid road record and Merrill Kelly’s recent performances. Kelly has been effective in his last few games, allowing only one earned run in two of his last four starts. This consistency makes the Diamondbacks a strong choice as underdogs, especially against a Cubs team with a similar home record.

The over 7.0 prediction looks promising with both teams having strong offensive stats. The Diamondbacks and Cubs rank high in slugging percentage and home runs, indicating potential for a high-scoring game. With hitters like Corbin Carroll and Kyle Tucker leading their teams, expect plenty of action at the plate. This offensive power supports the over bet as both teams have shown they can score runs.

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