On Friday, a series opener is on the schedule, with the Chicago Cubs (41-63) hosting the Miami Marlins (48-57) at 2:20 PM ET.
The Cubs are favored (-137 on the moneyline) when they host the Marlins (+116). The Chicago Cubs will hand the ball to Justin Steele (4-7), but the Marlins’ starting pitcher has not been announced yet.
The Cubs lost 7-2 against the Cardinals yesterday, with Kervin Castro taking the loss. He threw one inning, giving up three earned runs on two hits while striking out one. Patrick Wisdom went 1-for-2 with a home run and an RBI to lead the Cubs offensively.
The Marlins took down the Reds 3-0 Friday, with Sandy Alcantara registering the win while throwing nine innings without giving up an earned run on six hits, while striking out three. Luke Williams went 3-for-3 with a double to lead the Marlins’ offense.