Chicago Cubs vs Seattle Mariners Betting Picks & Predictions
The 2024 Major League Baseball season kicks off on Friday, April 12, with the Chicago Cubs facing off against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Washington.
Game outlook
The 2024 Major League Baseball season kicks off on Friday, April 12, with the Chicago Cubs facing off against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Washington. The first pitch is set for 9:40 PM ET, marking the start of a three-game series between the two teams. The Cubs have had the upper hand recently, winning two out of three games against the Mariners last season and boasting a 7-1 record in their last eight matchups. Jordan Wicks will take the mound for the Cubs, while Bryce Miller gets the start for the Mariners. Seattle is the betting favorite with an opening line of -114, which has since shifted to Seattle -121.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Cubs +105 | Mariners -121
Spread: Cubs +1.5 (-200) | Mariners -1.5 (+170)
Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Seattle will win straight-up is 55%.
Chicago Cubs
The Chicago Cubs recently completed a three-game road series against the San Diego Padres, winning one game and losing two. The team's offense has been strong, scoring an average of 6.08 runs per game, second-highest in the majors. They have a .252/.351/.416 slash line with 18 doubles, four triples, and 13 home runs. On the pitching side, the Cubs are allowing 5.17 runs per game, with a 4.51 ERA and 1.37 WHIP. Left-hander Jordan Wicks is set to start Friday in Seattle with a 76-86 record, 4.15 ERA, and 1.73 WHIP. The Cubs are currently ranked 2 in offense, 19 in defense, with a 89-73 record this season. For more on sportsbook promo codes, visit our website.