Cleveland (40-44) at Chi. Cubs (51-35)
- When: Jul 3 2025, 8:05 PM
- Where: Wrigley Field, Chicago
- Where to watch: CLEG
Guardians vs. Cubs – Game Betting Preview & Prediction
Moneyline: Chi. Cubs -152
Total: 8.5
Spread: Chi. Cubs -1.5 (+136)
Chicago Cubs Betting Preview
The Cubs are riding a hot streak and aiming to complete the sweep at Wrigley behind the All-Star duo of Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker. Crow-Armstrong continues to shine in his breakout campaign, fresh off a two-hit, two-RBI performance in Wednesday’s comeback win. Chicago has now taken five of its last seven and seems to be finding rhythm at just the right time.
On the mound, Cade Horton (3-2, 4.80 ERA) gets another shot at redemption. The rookie was roughed up in his last outing, surrendering seven runs to Houston, and admitted to letting the moment get the better of him. If Horton can settle down and pitch with poise, the Cubs should be in a good spot to take care of business against a struggling Guardians squad.
Cleveland Guardians Betting Preview
Cleveland limps into Thursday’s finale with six straight losses and just 12 runs scored over that span. Even with star third baseman José Ramírez continuing to rake, 301 average, 13 homers, 38 RBIs, the lineup around him simply isn’t producing.
Luis Ortiz (4-9, 4.36 ERA) gets the start and will try to snap the team’s slide. While his June numbers showed promise, Ortiz has yet to pick up a win against the Cubs in his career. His command has been better lately, but he’ll need run support, something that’s been sorely lacking.
If Cleveland wants to salvage anything from this series, the bats need to wake up fast. Another cold outing could turn this into another long night at the plate.
Prediction
Cubs win 5-3. Horton bounces back, and Chicago’s bats continue to cash in. This team looks locked in, and the sweep is well within reach. The Guardians fall short again. Look for another low-scoring performance and continued struggles on the road. Chicago’s offense is clicking, and the Guardians can’t string hits together. Horton should rebound enough to get the win.
Score Prediction: Cubs 5, Guardians 3
Pick: Chi. Cubs -1.5 (+136)
Total: Under 8.5 (-105)
- MLB Odds source: MyBookie Sportsbook
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