The Philadelphia Phillies will visit the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Friday, April 25, 2025. The game is set to begin at 2:20 PM. Fans can look forward to an exciting night under the lights.

Phillies vs. Cubs Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Phillies MoneyLine: 114. The Phillies have a solid home record and Taijuan Walker has a strong ERA of 2.29 this season, which could help them secure a win.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 8.0 (-116). Both teams have strong offensive stats, with the Cubs leading in batting average and slugging percentage, suggesting a high-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The Philadelphia Phillies have a home record of 9-4 this season.
• Chicago Cubs have identical home and road records of 8-5 this season.
• In the recent game against the New York Mets, Zack Wheeler pitched 6 innings with 9 strikeouts for the Phillies.
• Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a home run and drove in 4 runs for the Cubs against the Dodgers on April 23rd, 2025.
• In a high-scoring game on April 18th, 2025, the Cubs hit 5 home runs against the Diamondbacks.

Phillies vs Cubs Preview

The Phillies and Cubs are set for a game at Wrigley Field. The Phillies will rely on Taijuan Walker on the mound. Walker has started four games this season with a 2.29 ERA and 1.17 WHIP. He has pitched 19 2/3 innings, collecting 16 strikeouts.

The Cubs will send Colin Rea to the mound. Rea has pitched in five games this season, starting two. He holds a 1.32 ERA and a WHIP of 1.10 over 13 2/3 innings. Rea has recorded 12 strikeouts and only one walk. Both pitchers will aim to keep the opposing hitters in check.

Chicago Cubs: Strong Bats and Promising Pitching

The Chicago Cubs have shown strong hitting this season. They lead the league with a .265 batting average and .346 on-base percentage. Their 38 home runs rank them second in the league. Kyle Tucker is a standout player for the Cubs. He leads the league in home runs, runs, and RBIs. His batting average is .314, making him a key player in the lineup. Colin Rea is a pitcher to watch for the Cubs. He has a low ERA of 1.32 over 13 2/3 innings pitched. His WHIP is 1.10, indicating solid control on the mound.

Philadelphia Phillies: Solid Hitting and Consistent Pitching

The Philadelphia Phillies have a strong lineup this season. Kyle Schwarber leads the team with a .258 batting average and tops the league in home runs with seven. Bryce Harper and Bryson Stott also contribute with solid batting averages and home run counts. The Phillies’ team batting is impressive. They hold a .251 batting average, ranking eighth in the league. Their on-base percentage is .340, placing them third. The team has hit 21 home runs, putting them in the middle of the pack. Taijuan Walker is a key pitcher for the Phillies. He has a 2.29 ERA over 19 2/3 innings pitched. His WHIP is 1.17, showing good control. Walker’s performance will be important in the upcoming game.

Final Betting Pick

The Phillies MoneyLine pick at 114 looks promising due to their strong home record of 9-4. Taijuan Walker’s impressive ERA of 2.29 this season adds confidence to this choice. His ability to limit runs could be key against the Cubs’ powerful lineup.

The Over 8.0 prediction is supported by both teams’ offensive strengths. The Cubs lead in batting average and slugging percentage, while the Phillies have top hitters like Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper. This combination suggests a game with plenty of scoring opportunities.

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

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