Atlanta Braves vs Chicago Cubs MLB Recap Betting Prediction
PublishedSeptember 4, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:September 4, 2025 ,

MLB Recap: Atlanta Braves vs Chicago Cubs – 9/3/25

On September 3, 2025, the Atlanta Braves played at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs. The Braves won the game with a score of 5-1. Bryce Elder was the winning pitcher, improving his record to 5-9. Ozzie Albies hit a home run and had one RBI, while Hyun-soo Kim added a home run with three RBIs for the Braves. The Cubs only managed to score one run in the second inning. The Braves’ win brought their season record to 62-77, while the Cubs fell to 80-59. The Cubs took an early lead in the second inning. Willi Castro’s RBI gave them a 1-0 advantage. The game remained quiet with no additional runs scored until the seventh inning. In the seventh, the Braves took control. They scored four runs, highlighted by homers from Ozzie Albies and Hyo-jin Kim. The Braves added another run in the eighth, securing a 5-1 win over the Cubs.

Ozzie Albies stood out for the Braves with his performance at the plate. He hit a home run and collected two hits in four at-bats. Albies also drove in a run, contributing to the Braves’ victory. H. Kim also made a mark with a home run and three RBIs.

On the pitching side, Bryce Elder delivered a strong performance for the Braves. He pitched seven innings, allowing four hits and no earned runs. Elder struck out six Cubs batters, securing the win for the Braves.

For the Cubs, Ben Brown was the losing pitcher. He pitched for 1.33 innings, giving up two earned runs on one hit. Brown also walked two batters and struck out three during his time on the mound.

What’s Next

The Braves’ win over the Cubs moves them to a 62-77 record, placing them 4th in the East division. While the Braves have had a challenging season, this victory is a positive step as they look to finish strong. With only a few games left, they aim to climb higher in their division standings. The Cubs, now at 80-59, remain in 2nd place in the Central division. Despite the loss, they are still in a strong position for playoff contention. Both teams have faced each other multiple times, and this game adds another chapter to their ongoing rivalry.

The Atlanta Braves will begin a new series against the Seattle Mariners. The series starts on Friday, September 5, 2025, at Truist Park. The game is scheduled for 7:15 PM, but probable starters have not been announced yet.

The Chicago Cubs will host the Washington Nationals for their next series. The series kicks off on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 2:20 PM at Wrigley Field. Like the Braves, the Cubs have not announced their probable starters for the upcoming games.

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