The Atlanta Braves (62-75) begin a 3-game road series against the Chicago Cubs (78-59) this Monday at Wrigley Field. First pitch is scheduled for 4:05 p.m. ET. Let’s break down the BetMGM Sportsbook odds and provide our expert picks and predictions for this Braves vs. Cubs matchup.
Braves Recent Form
The Braves snapped a potential sweep in Philadelphia with a 3-1 victory over the Phillies on Sunday Night Baseball. Catcher Drake Baldwin delivered a clutch 2-run homer in the ninth, while rookie starter Hurston Waldrep impressed with 9 strikeouts in 5 2/3 innings.
Still, Atlanta has struggled since the All-Star break, going just 20-22, and currently sits 11 games out of the NL Wild Card race.
Cubs Recent Form
The Cubs dropped their series finale against the Rockies (6-5) despite a late 3-run homer from Ian Happ. They remain in control of the top Wild Card spot, holding a 2-game cushion over San Diego. However, they trail the division-leading Milwaukee Brewers by 6.5 games in the NL Central.
Projected Pitching Matchup
- ATL – Spencer Strider (5-12, 4.95 ERA): Coming off a strong outing against Miami (7 IP, 1 ER). He’s struggled on the road this season (2-6, 5.10 ERA) and has never faced the Cubs.
- CHC – Colin Rea (10-6, 4.23 ERA): Rough last start vs. San Francisco (6 ER in 4 2/3 IP), but solid at home (5-3, 4.06 ERA). Rea has fared well historically against Atlanta (2-0, 3.60 ERA in 5 starts).
Braves vs. Cubs Odds (via BetMGM)
- Moneyline: Braves +105 | Cubs -125
- Run Line: Braves +1.5 (-225) | Cubs -1.5 (+170)
- Over/Under: 7.5 (Over -105 | Under -115)
Expert Predictions
- Moneyline: The Cubs (-125) have more at stake and home-field advantage. Atlanta’s offense has cooled off, and Strider has been inconsistent.
- Run Line: Too much risk for value. Pass.
- Over/Under: With Strider’s volatility and Atlanta’s shaky bullpen, the Over 7.5 (-105) is the smarter play.
Final Score Prediction: Cubs 5, Braves 4
Game Details
- Matchup: Atlanta Braves vs. Chicago Cubs
- Date: Monday, September 1, 2025
- Time: 4:05 p.m. ET
- Venue: Wrigley Field – Chicago, IL
