The Philadelphia Phillies will play against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The game is set to start at 4:05 PM. It will be a night game.

Phillies vs. Cubs Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Cubs MoneyLine: -106. The Cubs have a stronger record and lead in key batting stats like average and home runs. Their home performance is solid, making them a good value pick.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 7.0 (-106). Both teams have potent offenses, with the Cubs leading in several hitting categories. This suggests a higher-scoring game is likely.

Team Trends

• The Philadelphia Phillies have a balanced record of 13-13 this season.
• The Chicago Cubs have a strong road record of 8-5 this season.
• In a recent game, the Phillies had 11 hits against the Mets but lost 4-3.
• The Cubs scored 13 runs in a win against the Diamondbacks on April 18, 2025.
• Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler had 9 strikeouts in a game against the Mets.

Phillies vs Cubs Preview

The Philadelphia Phillies are set to meet the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The game will start at 4:05 PM and is scheduled as a night game. This matchup will showcase the pitching skills of Jesús Luzardo for the Phillies and Ben Brown for the Cubs.

Jesús Luzardo enters the game with a strong start to the season. He has a record of 2-0 and an ERA of 2.08 over 30 1/3 innings. On the other side, Ben Brown has a record of 2-1 with an ERA of 4.57 in 21 2/3 innings. Fans can expect an interesting game as both teams look to make an impact early in the season.

Chicago Cubs: Home Team Overview

The Chicago Cubs have been strong at the plate this season. They lead the league with a .267 batting average and a .347 on-base percentage. Their slugging percentage of .461 also ranks first, showing their ability to hit with power. Kyle Tucker has been a standout for the Cubs. He leads the league in home runs with seven and has driven in 25 runs. His batting average is .308, making him a key player in the lineup. Ben Brown will start on the mound for the Cubs. He has a record of 2-1 with an ERA of 4.57. Brown has struck out 26 batters in 21 2/3 innings.

Philadelphia Phillies: Away Team Overview

The Philadelphia Phillies have shown strength in their lineup. Kyle Schwarber leads the team with a .250 batting average and seven home runs. Bryce Harper and Bryson Stott also contribute with solid performances at the plate. On the mound, Jesús Luzardo will start for the Phillies. He has a record of 2-0 and an ERA of 2.08. Luzardo has struck out 36 batters in 30 1/3 innings this season. The Phillies’ pitching staff ranks first in strikeouts with 256. However, their ERA is 4.33, placing them 22nd in the league. The team has allowed 31 home runs, which ranks them 11th.

Final Betting Pick

The Cubs are a good pick for the money line at -106. They have a better overall record and lead in key batting stats. Their home record of 9-5 adds to their appeal. The Phillies have a balanced record, but their road performance is weaker at 4-9. This gives the Cubs an edge, especially with their strong hitting lineup.

The over 7.0 is a solid pick given both teams’ offensive capabilities. The Cubs lead in batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage. They also have more home runs and doubles. The Phillies have a strong on-base percentage and have shown they can score. This combination suggests a higher-scoring game is possible.

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