The Tampa Bay Rays will take on the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 2:20 PM. The Rays have a record of 72-75 and are fourth in their division, while the Cubs stand at 84-63, holding second place in theirs. Fans can catch the game on MARQ, and expect a mild day with light rain in the forecast.

Rays vs. Cubs Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Chicago Cubs -118. The Cubs have a strong home record of 45-28 and are on a three-game winning streak, making them a solid pick against the Rays, who have lost their last three games.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-103). With Drew Rasmussen’s ERA of 2.64 and Colin Rea’s ERA of 4.20, both teams might struggle to score, especially with the Cubs’ strong pitching at home.

Team Trends

• The Chicago Cubs have a strong home record this season with 45 wins and 28 losses.
• The Tampa Bay Rays are on a three-game losing streak, with a recent loss to the Cubs 6-4.
• The Cubs are on a three-game winning streak, including a recent victory over the Rays.
• The Rays have struggled on the road this season, with 34 wins and 39 losses.
• Weather for the game at Wrigley Field is forecasted to be mild with light rain.

Rays vs Cubs Preview

The Tampa Bay Rays are set to play against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. The Rays have a record of 72-75 and are looking to break a three-game losing streak. Drew Rasmussen will start for the Rays, bringing an ERA of 2.64 and a WHIP of 0.98. He has a 10-5 win-loss record this season.

The Chicago Cubs hold a strong 84-63 record and are on a three-game winning streak. Colin Rea will take the mound for the Cubs, with an ERA of 4.20 and a WHIP of 1.31. Rea has a 10-6 win-loss record. Fans can expect a mild day with light rain as they tune in to watch on MARQ.

Chicago Cubs: Key Players and Stats

The Cubs have some strong hitters this season. Seiya Suzuki leads the team with 27 home runs and 91 RBIs. Michael Busch is close behind with a .256 batting average and 26 home runs. Dansby Swanson is another important player for the Cubs. He has played 144 games and hit 22 home runs. Nico Hoerner contributes with a .296 batting average and 76 runs. Colin Rea will start on the mound for the Cubs. His ERA is 4.20 with a WHIP of 1.31. Rea has a 10-6 record this season.

Rays Ready for Action

The Tampa Bay Rays have strong hitters this season. Junior Caminero leads with 42 home runs and 106 RBIs. Yandy Díaz follows with a .290 batting average and 23 home runs. Brandon Lowe has been consistent with 28 home runs. Jonathan Aranda impresses with a .316 batting average in 103 games. Taylor Walls and Nick Fortes have also contributed in their roles. Drew Rasmussen will start for the Rays. He has an ERA of 2.64 and a WHIP of 0.98. His record stands at 10-5 this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Cubs are a strong pick for the money line at -118. They have a solid home record of 45-28 and are on a three-game winning streak. This includes a recent win against the Rays, who have lost their last three games. The Cubs’ current momentum at home gives them an edge in this game.

For the over/under, picking under 8.5 (-103) seems reasonable. Drew Rasmussen has an ERA of 2.64, and Colin Rea’s ERA is 4.20. These stats suggest both pitchers can limit runs. The Cubs’ pitching has been effective at home, which may keep the score low. The Rays’ recent struggles to score on the road also support this prediction.

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

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