On Friday, May 02, 2025, the Chicago Cubs will take on the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. The game is set to begin at 8:10 PM under the night sky. Fans can expect an exciting evening of baseball action.

Cubs vs. Brewers Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Cubs MoneyLine: -115. The Cubs have a better overall record and a strong road performance. Their hitting stats are also higher than the Brewers.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 8.5 (-113). Both teams have shown the ability to score runs, and the Cubs’ recent games have seen high scoring.

Team Trends

• The Chicago Cubs have a current regular season record of 19-13.
• The Milwaukee Brewers have a home record of 9-4 this season.
• Seiya Suzuki hit 2 home runs in the Cubs’ recent win against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
• The Brewers won 7-1 against the St. Louis Cardinals on April 27th, 2025.
• Dansby Swanson had 2 hits and 2 RBIs in the Cubs’ game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Cubs vs Brewers Preview

On Friday night, the Chicago Cubs will travel to Milwaukee to play the Brewers at American Family Field. The Cubs will have Ben Brown on the mound. Brown has a 2-2 record this season with an ERA of 6.04. He has struck out 31 batters in 25 1/3 innings. His high strikeout rate could be a key factor for the Cubs.

The Brewers will counter with Quinn Priester. Priester holds a 1-0 record and a 3.79 ERA over 19 innings. He has given up 12 walks, which might be something to watch. Both teams will look to their starters to set the tone for the game. Fans can expect a competitive evening of baseball.

Brewers’ Key Players and Season Insights

Brice Turang is a standout for the Brewers this season. He has played 31 games with a batting average of .311. Turang leads the league in runs with 28 but is currently day-to-day due to an illness.

Jackson Chourio is another important player for the Brewers. In 31 games, he has a batting average of .263 and leads the team with six home runs. Chourio also has 24 RBIs, which ranks first in the league.

Christian Yelich has played 30 games and has a batting average of .220. He is second on the team with five home runs and 23 RBIs. Yelich’s on-base percentage is .333, which helps the team in scoring opportunities.

Cubs’ Strong Performers and Season Overview

Kyle Tucker is making an impact for the Cubs. He played 32 games with a batting average of .278. Tucker leads the league in runs and RBIs, showing his value to the team. Pete Crow-Armstrong is another key player for the Cubs. In 32 games, he has a batting average of .266. Crow-Armstrong is second on the team in RBIs, contributing to the Cubs’ offense. Seiya Suzuki has a strong presence in the lineup, though he is day-to-day with a wrist issue. He has played 28 games with a batting average of .295. Suzuki leads the team in home runs, adding power to the Cubs’ lineup.

Final Betting Pick

The Cubs have a strong road record this season, which supports the money line pick. They have won 10 of their 16 road games, showing they can perform well away from home. The Cubs’ hitting stats are also better, with a higher batting average and more home runs than the Brewers.

For the over/under prediction, both teams can score runs. The Cubs’ recent games have seen high scoring, including an 8-3 win against the Pirates. The Brewers have also shown they can score, with a recent 7-1 win over the Cardinals. This suggests the over 8.5 is a solid choice.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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