Chicago Cubs vs Baltimore Orioles MLB Recap Betting Prediction
PublishedAugust 4, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:August 4, 2025 ,

MLB Recap: Chicago Cubs vs Baltimore Orioles – 8/3/25

On August 3, 2025, the Baltimore Orioles faced the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. The Cubs won 5-3, improving their record to 64-46. Daniel Palencia earned the win, while Keegan Akin took the loss. The Cubs had strong performances from Justin Turner and Seiya Suzuki. Turner hit a home run and collected two RBIs. Suzuki contributed with two hits and one RBI. This game marked another step forward for the Cubs in the NL Central. The Cubs started strong with two runs in the first inning. The Orioles responded in the third inning with one run. In the fourth inning, Baltimore tied the game at 2-2. The Cubs regained the lead in the sixth inning with one run. Baltimore tied the game again in the ninth inning, but the Cubs scored two more runs in the bottom of the ninth to win 5-3. The Cubs had strong performances from several players. Justin Turner was key with a home run and two RBIs. Seiya Suzuki also contributed with two hits and an RBI. Dansby Swanson added to the scoring with another RBI. On the pitching side, Daniel Palencia secured the win for the Cubs despite allowing one run in his inning of work. Cody Rea pitched 4.67 innings, allowing two runs and striking out four. Drew Pomeranz, Andrew Kittredge, and Brad Keller also pitched scoreless innings. For the Orioles, Keegan Akin took the loss, his first of the season. Connor Cowser had a good game with two hits and an RBI. Gunnar Henderson added another RBI with his single hit of the game.

What’s Next

The Cubs’ win over the Orioles has important implications for both teams in the standings. With this victory, the Cubs have improved their record to 64-46. They remain in second place in the Central division. This win helps them stay close to the top team in their division. On the other hand, the Orioles’ loss drops their record to 51-60, keeping them in fifth place in the East division. Every game becomes more important for them as they try to climb up the standings. The head-to-head result in this game also gives the Cubs confidence in future encounters.

The Orioles will begin a new series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Their first game is on Monday, August 4, 2025, at 6:45 PM. This game will be played at Citizens Bank Park, marking the start of a three-game set.

The Cubs will also start a new series on Monday, August 4, 2025. They will face the Cincinnati Reds at 8:05 PM. The game will take place at Wrigley Field, where they will play three games in total against the Reds.

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