The Chicago Cubs (4-4) will host the Seattle Mariners (4-6), Monday at 7:40 PM ET, in the first game of a three-game series.
The Cubs play as a home underdog (+124) against the Mariners (-144). The matchup on the mound for this contest is set with the Seattle Mariners looking to Luis Castillo (1-0), and Drew Smyly (0-1) getting the nod for the Chicago Cubs.
The Mariners lost their last game against the Guardians by a 7-6 score yesterday. Cal Raleigh went 1-for-5 with a home run and two RBI to lead them offensively. Penn Murfee picked up the loss after throwing 1/3 of an inning, giving up one earned run without allowing a hit.
The Cubs fell to the Rangers 8-2 yesterday. Edwin Rios led the way offensively after going 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI, and Jameson Taillon was handed the loss, pitching five innings, giving up three earned runs on six hits while striking out seven.