The Atlanta Braves (28-18) and Chicago Cubs (27-23) meet for the finale of a 3-game series Thursday. First pitch from Wrigley Field is set for 2:20 p.m. ET (MLB Network). 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: Atlanta leads 3-2
Atlanta routed Chicago 9-2 on Wednesday while covering as a -123 road favorite. The Braves led 2-1 before scoring 6 runs in the 7th inning to take control. Atlanta is 2-1 in its last 3 games.
LHP Justin Steele took the loss for Chicago, pitching 6 1/3 innings with '5 ER, 6 H, 1 BB, and 5 K. The Cubs have lost 2 of their last 3.