The Atlanta Braves (27-18) take on the Chicago Cubs (27-22) Wednesday in the 2nd game of a 3-game series. First pitch from Wrigley Field is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Braves vs. Cubs odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: Tied 2-2
The Cubs outlasted the Braves with a 4-3 win in 10 innings Tuesday. Chicago cashed as a (+107) home favorite, and it was the 5th straight Under between these teams.
Cubs 2B Nico Hoerner returned to the lineup after missing over a week with hamstring tightness and delivered the game-winning hit off Braves LHP Aaron Bummer. SS Dansby Swanson, who was activated Monday off the IL after missing 2 weeks with a knee injury, scored in the 2nd inning and doubled in the 4th.