The St. Louis Cardinals will play against the Chicago Cubs on Saturday, July 5, 2025. The game will take place at Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL, starting at 2:20 PM. Fans can expect a warm afternoon with a light breeze under broken clouds.

Cardinals vs. Cubs Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Chicago Cubs -131. The Cubs have a strong home record of 29-15 and recently defeated the Cardinals 11-3. This suggests they have the edge at Wrigley Field.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 10.5 (-101). The Cardinals have struggled offensively in recent games, and the Cubs’ pitching has been solid, allowing fewer runs.

Team Trends

• The St. Louis Cardinals have a road record of 21-25 this season.
• The Chicago Cubs hold a home record of 29-15 this season.
• The St. Louis Cardinals lost to the Chicago Cubs 11-3 on July 4, 2025.
• The Chicago Cubs have won their last four games at home.
• The game will be played at Wrigley Field with ‘Broken Clouds’ and a light breeze.

Cardinals vs Cubs Preview

The St. Louis Cardinals will visit the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field for an afternoon game on July 5, 2025. The Cardinals will rely on Matthew Liberatore to start on the mound. Liberatore has a 3.70 ERA and a WHIP of 1.16 this season. He holds a record of 6 wins and 6 losses. The Cardinals hope he can keep the Cubs’ bats in check.

On the other side, the Cubs will start Drew Pomeranz. Pomeranz has an ERA of 0.00 and a WHIP of 0.90, with 2 wins and 1 loss. The Cubs look to him to continue his strong performances. Fans can watch the game on FDSMW and enjoy the warm weather with a light breeze.

Chicago Cubs: Home Team Overview

The Chicago Cubs have a strong lineup of hitters. Seiya Suzuki leads the team with 24 home runs and 74 RBIs. Michael Busch is another key player with a batting average of .288 and 17 home runs. Dansby Swanson is a reliable shortstop for the Cubs. He has played 87 games with 15 home runs and 50 runs scored. Nico Hoerner adds depth with a .281 batting average and 47 runs. On the mound, Drew Pomeranz is the starting pitcher for the Cubs. He has an ERA of 0.00 with a WHIP of 0.90. Pomeranz has a record of 2 wins and 1 loss this season.

St. Louis Cardinals: Key Players and Game Outlook

The St. Louis Cardinals have several hitters to watch. Willson Contreras stands out with 11 home runs and 51 RBIs. Brendan Donovan is another important player, holding a .293 batting average. Nolan Arenado adds strength with 10 home runs and 41 RBIs. Masyn Winn has been consistent for the Cardinals. He has a .257 batting average and has scored 52 runs. Alec Burleson contributes with a .288 batting average and 37 RBIs. On the pitching side, Matthew Liberatore will start for the Cardinals. His ERA is 3.70, and his WHIP is 1.16. Liberatore has 6 wins and 6 losses this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Cubs have been strong at home, with a record of 29-15. Their recent 11-3 win over the Cardinals shows their ability to perform well at Wrigley Field. Drew Pomeranz, the Cubs’ starting pitcher, has an ERA of 0.00, which adds confidence to the money line pick of -131 for the Cubs.

The Cardinals have struggled offensively in recent games, scoring only three runs in their last outing against the Cubs. Their road record of 21-25 indicates challenges away from home. With the Cubs’ pitching holding strong, the under 10.5 prediction at -101 seems reasonable for this game.

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

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