Game Details
- Matchup: Cincinnati Reds (29-30) vs. Chicago Cubs (36-22)
- Date & Time: Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 2:20 PM ET
- Venue: Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL
- Broadcast: MLB Network, Marquee Sports Network
Game Overview
The Chicago Cubs, leading the NL Central, host the Cincinnati Reds in the final game of their three-game series at Wrigley Field. The Cubs have been dominant at home, boasting an 18-8 record at Wrigley, while the Reds have struggled on the road, sitting at 12-14 away from Great American Ball Park.
Chicago enters the matchup on a four-game winning streak, including a 2-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies in their last outing. Meanwhile, Cincinnati is coming off a 3-2 loss to the Kansas City Royals, continuing their streaky play in May.
Key Players to Watch
- Cincinnati Reds:
- Elly De La Cruz – Power-speed threat, batting .278 with 10 home runs and 15 stolen bases.
- T.J. Friedl – Red-hot hitter, posting six consecutive multi-hit games.
- Andrew Abbott – Starting pitcher with a 4-0 record and 1.77 ERA, looking to shut down the Cubs’ offense.
- Chicago Cubs:
- Seiya Suzuki – Leads MLB with 51 RBIs, batting .417 over his last nine games.
- Kyle Tucker – Power hitter with 12 home runs and 39 RBIs, providing offensive depth.
- Colin Rea – Cubs’ starter with a 3-1 record and 3.28 ERA, aiming to bounce back after allowing six earned runs in his last start against Cincinnati.
Pitching Matchup
- Cincinnati Reds:Andrew Abbott (4-0, 1.77 ERA, 40.2 IP, 10.0 K/9)
- Abbott has been dominant, allowing just two earned runs in his last five starts.
- He held the Cubs to one run over 5.2 innings in their last matchup.
- Chicago Cubs: Colin Rea (3-1, 3.28 ERA, 46.2 IP, 7.7 K/9)
- Rea struggled against the Reds last week, allowing six earned runs in five innings.
- He has a 2.51 ERA at Wrigley Field, making him a stronger home performer.
Chicago has won 23 of 31 games against teams with losing records, while Cincinnati has struggled after off days, going 0-4 in their last four games following a rest day. The Cubs’ home-field advantage and offensive firepower make them favorites.
Game Odds
Cincinnati Reds 7.5
Chicago Cubs – 162
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 31, 2025
