On Sunday, May 25, 2025, the Chicago Cubs will play against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park. The game is set to begin at 1:40 PM and will take place during the night. Fans can expect an exciting game as these two teams meet on the field.
Cubs vs. Reds Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Reds MoneyLine: 102. The Reds have a slight edge with Nick Lodolo’s strong pitching stats, including a 3.22 ERA and a WHIP of 1.06. The Cubs’ Ben Brown has a higher ERA of 5.44, which could favor the Reds in this game.
- Over/Under Prediction: Under 9.0 (-113). Both teams have solid pitching, with the Reds having a better ERA and WHIP. This suggests the game might have fewer runs, making the under a good choice.
Team Trends
- The Chicago Cubs have a regular season record of 31-21, with a slightly better performance on the road at 16-11 compared to their home record of 15-10.
- The Cincinnati Reds are currently 5 games back in the NL Central with a regular season record of 26-27.
- In a recent spring training game on May 24th, 2025, the Cubs had 11 hits and 2 home runs, but lost to the Reds 6-4.
- On May 23rd, 2025, the Cubs secured a 13-6 win against the Reds, hitting 4 home runs in the game.
- Elly De La Cruz of the Reds hit a home run and had 4 RBIs in the game against the Cubs on May 24th, 2025.
Cubs vs Reds Preview
The Chicago Cubs will travel to Great American Ball Park to play against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday, May 25, 2025. The game is scheduled for 1:40 PM and will take place under the lights. Both teams will rely on their starting pitchers to set the tone for the game.
Ben Brown will take the mound for the Cubs. He has a record of 3-3 with a 5.44 ERA over 46 1/3 innings this season. Opposing him will be Nick Lodolo of the Reds, who holds a 4-4 record and a 3.22 ERA in 58 2/3 innings. Fans can expect these pitchers to play a key role in the outcome of the game.
Reds Ready for Action
The Cincinnati Reds have some strong hitters this season. Elly De La Cruz leads the team with a .248 batting average and 9 home runs. He also has the most runs and RBIs, with 35 and 37, respectively. TJ Friedl is another key player for the Reds. He holds a .280 batting average with 3 home runs. Friedl has scored 28 runs and has 19 RBIs so far. Matt McLain has been contributing as well. His batting average is .176, but he has hit 6 home runs. McLain also has 23 runs and 17 RBIs to his name.
Cubs’ Lineup and Pitching Overview
The Chicago Cubs have some standout hitters this season. Pete Crow-Armstrong leads with a .283 batting average, 14 home runs, and 46 RBIs. Kyle Tucker and Seiya Suzuki also contribute well, with Tucker hitting 12 home runs and Suzuki adding 13. The Cubs’ team batting average is .263, ranking second in the league. They have a .336 on-base percentage and a .456 slugging percentage. The team has hit 75 home runs and stolen 64 bases this season. Ben Brown is the starting pitcher for the Cubs. He has played in 10 games, starting 9 of them, with a 3-3 record. Brown’s ERA is 5.44, and he has 58 strikeouts in 46 1/3 innings.
Final Betting Pick
The Reds have a good chance to win with Nick Lodolo on the mound. His 3.22 ERA and 1.06 WHIP show he can keep the Cubs’ strong hitters in check. The Cubs’ Ben Brown has a higher ERA of 5.44, which might give the Reds an advantage.
Choosing the under 9.0 runs looks smart because both teams have solid pitching. The Reds’ team ERA of 3.68 and WHIP of 1.19 suggest they can limit runs. With both teams’ pitching strengths, a low-scoring game is possible.
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Last updated:May 25, 2025 Cubs, Reds