The Chicago Cubs (49-55) and Kansas City Royals (50-45) begin a 3-game series Friday at Kauffman Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Cubs vs. Royals odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: First matchup; Cubs won the 2023 series 2-1
The Cubs, who will likely be sellers at the trade deadline, lost their 2nd straight game to the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday 3-2. Chicago is 4-6 in its last 10 games.
The Royals won the 1st game against the Arizona Diamondbacks before dropping the next 2, including 8-6 on Wednesday. Kansas City has won 6 of its last 10 games.