Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs Prediction & Picks - MLB
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The Chicago Cubs seek their 8th win in 11 meetings against the Cincinnati Reds on Friday.
The Cubs are +124 to cover -1.5 runs in this game.
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The Cincinnati Reds are 2-3 in their last five games. After making the postseason last year, the Reds will not make it to October in 2026 after compiling a 71-82 record.
The Chicago Cubs are in a terrific position to secure a wild card spot in the National League. With an 85-68 record, the Cubs occupy the top spot in the wild card standings. The Cubs are 3-2 in their last five games.
Starting Pitchers: Reds RHP Chase Burns (15-3, 2.80 ERA) vs. Cubs RHP Clay Holmes (6-7, 2.85 ERA).
The Matchup: The Cubs have won 7 of their last 10 meetings with the Reds
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| Teams | Pts | P | W | L |
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0.463 | 162 | 75 | 87 |
Cincinnati Reds and Chicago Cubs Latest Matches
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Cincinnati Reds against Chicago Cubs : Head to Head (H2H)
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Cincinnati Reds - Chicago Cubs Key Points
- The Reds are 2-3 in their last 5 games.
- The Reds are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
- The Cubs are 3-2 in their last 5 games.
- The Cubs are 40-35 in their road games against the spread
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Our Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs Prediction
Key Stats: The Cubs average 5.4 runs over their last five games. The Reds average 2.7 runs over their last five games.
What to Expect: The Cubs have scored at least 5 runs in their last five meetings against the Reds. Chicago will continue to get consistent contributions from their offense, while getting another quality start from Clay Holmes.
Even if Chase Burns delivers three strong innings, the Reds aren't going to win unless their offense suddenly explodes.
Fearless Forecast: The Cubs 9, the Reds 3
Our betting prediction for the Chicago Cubs vs. the Cincinnati Reds: The Cubs -1.5 runs
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