Cleveland Guardians vs Chicago Cubs MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedJuly 2, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:July 3, 2025 ,

MLB Cleveland Guardians vs Chicago Cubs Prediction 7/2

On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, the Cleveland Guardians will play against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. The game is set to start at 8:05 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN. The weather forecast indicates a very hot day with a light breeze and broken clouds for this night game.

Guardians vs. Cubs Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Chicago Cubs -160. The Cubs have a strong home record of 26-15 and are coming off a win against the Guardians. Their starting pitcher, Shota Imanaga, has a solid ERA of 2.54.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.0 (-109). Both teams have shown limited scoring in recent games, and the Cubs’ pitcher Imanaga has been effective at keeping runs low.

Team Trends

  • The Chicago Cubs have a strong home record of 26-15 this season.
  • The Cleveland Guardians have a road record of 20-23 this season.
  • In their most recent game, the Cubs won 5-2 against the Guardians.
  • Matthew Boyd pitched 7 innings for the Cubs in their last game, allowing 2 runs and striking out 5.
  • The weather forecast for the game is very hot with broken clouds and a light breeze.

Guardians vs Cubs Preview

The Cleveland Guardians visit Wrigley Field to take on the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night. The Guardians will rely on Tanner Bibee, who holds a 3.90 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP. Bibee’s record stands at 4-8 this season, and he will look to improve it against the Cubs.

On the other side, the Cubs have Shota Imanaga on the mound. Imanaga has been effective with a 2.54 ERA and a 1.03 WHIP. His record is 4-2, and he aims to keep the Guardians’ bats in check. The game will be played under broken clouds with a light breeze, making for an interesting night at Wrigley Field.

Cubs Ready to Swing for the Fences

The Chicago Cubs have a strong lineup this season. Seiya Suzuki leads the team with 23 home runs, ranking first on the team and fifth in the league. Michael Busch and Dansby Swanson also contribute with 14 home runs each, sharing the second spot on the team. Nico Hoerner has the highest batting average among the top hitters at .290. He has played 81 games and scored 46 runs, ranking second on the team. Carson Kelly, with a .267 average, adds depth to the lineup with nine home runs. On the mound, Shota Imanaga will start for the Cubs. He has an ERA of 2.54 and a WHIP of 1.03. His record stands at 4-2, showcasing his ability to keep the opposition in check.

Guardians Gear Up for the Challenge

José Ramírez leads the Cleveland Guardians with a batting average of .305. He has hit 13 home runs and scored 43 runs. Carlos Santana follows with a batting average of .236 and nine home runs. Kyle Manzardo has matched Ramírez with 13 home runs. Gabriel Arias adds depth with six home runs and a .231 batting average. Bo Naylor has nine home runs but struggles with a .166 batting average. Tanner Bibee will start for the Guardians. His ERA is 3.90, and he has a WHIP of 1.18. Bibee’s record is 4-8 this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Cubs are favored at -160 on the money line. This is due to their strong home record of 26-15. Shota Imanaga is starting for the Cubs and has an ERA of 2.54, which helps keep runs low. The Guardians have struggled on the road with a 20-23 record, making the Cubs a solid pick.

The over/under is set at 8.0, with a prediction for the under. Both teams have shown limited scoring in recent games. The Cubs’ pitching has been effective, as seen in their recent 5-2 win against the Guardians. Imanaga’s ability to limit runs further supports the under pick.

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

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