Match Overview
| Date | Time (ET) | Venue | Teams | League |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 6:20 pm | Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL | Chicago Cubs vs. Boston Red Sox | MLB |
On Friday, 18 July 2025, the Chicago Cubs will face the Boston Red Sox at Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL. First pitch is scheduled for 6:20 pm ET. The Cubs are favored with a moneyline of +114 (away), while the Red Sox are underdogs at approx –120. Chicago is also the run line favorite (Cubs –1.5 @ –110, Red Sox +1.5 @ +100), and the game’s over/under is set at 8.5 runs (Over –110, Under –110).
Game Odds & Lines
| Bet Type | Odds |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Cubs: +114 • Red Sox: –120 |
| Run Line | Cubs –1.5: –110 • Red Sox +1.5: +100 |
| Total Runs (O/U) | Over 8.5: –110 • Under 8.5: –110 |
Starting Pitchers
| Team | Pitcher | Record (W–L) | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Cubs | Colin Rea (RHP) | 7–3 | 3.91 |
| Boston Red Sox | Lucas Giolito (RHP) | 6–1 | 3.36 |
Giolito is sporting a 6–1 record with a solid 3.36 ERA, while Rea is 7–3 with a 3.91 ERA.
Last 5 Games Record
| Team | Last 5 Games (SU) |
|---|---|
| Red Sox | W-W-W-W-W (5–0) |
| Cubs | W-W-L-W-L (3–2) |
Head-to-Head Record
| Metric | Cubs vs. Red Sox |
|---|---|
| All-Time Record | Cubs lead historically 55–45 |
| Recent Series vs. Cubs | Red Sox have won 5 of last 7 matchups |
Weather & Ballpark Conditions
Forecast: Partly cloudy, ~75 °F
Wind: ENE → NE at ~6–7 mph, slight impact to under
Humidity: ~66%
Ballpark Factor: Small edge to pitchers given modest wind and cooler evening
Key Insights & Betting Trends
- Boston is 10–0 SU in last 10 games
- Red Sox are 5–2 SU in their last 7 vs. Cubs
- Cubs are 5–1 SU in last 6 games at home
- Total has gone OVER in 5 of Boston’s last 7 road games
- Cubs’ games have gone UNDER in 5 of last 6 overall
Expert Picks & Recommended Bets
Moneyline: Cubs @ +114
Run Line: Cubs –1.5 @ –110
Total Runs: Under 8.5 @ –110
Predicted Outcome
Chicago holds a slight tactical edge. Colin Rea has a reliable 7–3 season and will benefit from the home-field comfort and cooler evening that suppress offense. Meanwhile, Boston’s winning streak and strong away form can keep this tight, but the Cubs’ recent home dominance and under-friendly trends make them the smart play on moneyline and under. Expect a controlled, low-scoring affair in Wrigley.
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