Miami Marlins vs Chicago Cubs MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 12, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 12, 2025 ,

MLB Miami Marlins vs Chicago Cubs Prediction 5/12

On Monday, May 12, 2025, the Miami Marlins travel to Wrigley Field to take on the Chicago Cubs. The game is set to start at 7:40 PM under the night sky. Both teams will aim to gain an edge in this National League matchup.

Marlins vs. Cubs Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Marlins MoneyLine 207. The Marlins offer better value as underdogs. Their recent win against the Dodgers shows they can compete.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 8.5 (-107). Both teams have shown strong hitting, and the Marlins’ pitching struggles could lead to a high-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Miami Marlins have a regular season record of 15-24 and are 10 games back in the NL East.
  • The Chicago Cubs have a better regular season record at 23-18, with a road record of 13-9.
  • In a recent game against the Chicago White Sox, Miami’s Sandy Alcantara pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing 4 runs and striking out 8.
  • Chicago Cubs’ Matthew Boyd struck out 8 batters in a recent game against the New York Mets, despite the team losing 6-2.
  • In a win against the New York Mets, Chicago Cubs’ Dansby Swanson hit a home run and had 2 RBIs.

Marlins vs Cubs Preview

The Miami Marlins are set to meet the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Monday night. The Marlins will have Cal Quantrill on the mound. Quantrill has started seven games this season, holding a record of 2-3 with an ERA of 7.11. He will look to improve his numbers against the Cubs.

Opposing him, the Cubs will start Colin Rea. Rea has pitched in eight games and started five, with a 2-0 record and an ERA of 2.43. His performance has been strong, and he will aim to keep the Marlins’ hitters in check. Both teams will try to gain momentum in this National League game.

Chicago Cubs: Key Players and Team Overview

Kyle Tucker is a standout player for the Chicago Cubs. He has a batting average of .269 and leads the league with 10 home runs. Tucker also leads the league in runs and RBIs with 32 each.

Pete Crow-Armstrong is another key player for the Cubs. He matches Tucker with 10 home runs and has a batting average of .264. Crow-Armstrong ranks second in the league with 31 runs and 28 RBIs.

Dansby Swanson contributes to the Cubs’ success as well. He has a batting average of .242 and has hit 8 home runs. Swanson has 28 runs and 22 RBIs, both ranking in the top five for the league.

Miami Marlins: Key Players and Team Overview

Kyle Stowers stands out for the Miami Marlins. He has a batting average of .287 and leads the team with 7 home runs. Stowers also leads in runs and RBIs with 19 and 26, respectively. Xavier Edwards plays a crucial role for the Marlins. He holds a batting average of .259 and has scored 18 runs. Edwards has contributed 11 RBIs this season. Eric Wagaman adds depth to the Marlins’ lineup. His batting average is .238, and he has hit 3 home runs. Wagaman has also scored 16 runs and has 10 RBIs.

Final Betting Pick

The Marlins MoneyLine at 207 offers good value for bettors. Despite their record, they recently beat the Dodgers, showing they can compete with strong teams. Kyle Stowers is a key player, leading the team with a .287 batting average and seven home runs, which could help them against the Cubs.

Betting on the Over 8.5 is also a solid choice. Both teams have strong hitters, with the Cubs ranking third in slugging percentage and home runs. The Marlins’ pitching struggles, with a 5.70 ERA, could lead to a high-scoring game, making the Over a viable option.

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

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