The Seattle Mariners (5-8) welcome the Chicago Cubs (7-5) to T-Mobile Park Friday for the 1st game of a 3-game series. First pitch is set for 9:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Cubs vs. Mariners odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: First meeting; Cubs won 2 of 3 last season in Wrigley Field
The Cubs lost to the San Diego Padres 10-2 Wednesday, dropping 2 of 3 in that road series. Chicago is just 2-4 on the road and has allowed at least 9 runs in 2 of its last 3 games. The Cubs are 8-4 against the spread (ATS) on the season and sit 3rd in the National League Central.
The Mariners avoided a sweep in Toronto with a 6-1 win Wednesday to snap a 3-game losing streak. Seattle is 3-4 at home this season. It is 4-9 ATS on the season and is 3rd in the American League West.