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Chicago Cubs Secure Comeback Victory Over Miami Marlins with Walk-Off Double, Look to Sweep Series at Wrigley Field

The Chicago Cubs and Miami Marlins will conclude their series at Wrigley Field on Wednesday night. The Cubs secured a comeback victory last night with Nico Hoerner's RBI single and Justin Turner's walk-off two-run double. The Marlins will have Ryan Weathers on the mound with a perfect ERA, while the Cubs will start Jameson Taillon with an ERA of 4.53. Chicago is the betting favorite with the current line at Chicago -215.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Marlins +185 | Cubs -215
• Spread: Marlins +1.5 (-118) | Cubs -1.5 (+100)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 68%.

Miami vs Chicago Stats

Miami Marlins

The Miami Marlins come into this matchup with a 15-26 record, placing them last in the NL East. Offensively, the team averages 4.2 runs per game and has a team batting average of .246, with 37 home runs and 39 stolen bases. Right-fielder Kyle Stowers is performing well this season, batting .287 with 8 home runs and 27 RBI. In their previous game, Miami built a 4-2 lead but ultimately lost due to errors committed by shortstop Xavier Edwards and closer Jesús Tinoco. Left-hander Ryan Weathers will be making his first appearance of the season in the series finale, after going 5-6 with a 3.63 ERA in 16 starts last season. Miami is ranked 17th in offense, 29th in defense, and has a power ranking of 27.

Chicago Cubs Analysis

The Chicago Cubs currently lead the NL Central and have demonstrated strong offensive capabilities, ranking second in the MLB with an average of 5.7 runs per game and 50 stolen bases. They are also third in home runs and fourth in OPS. Key players driving this success include Kyle Tucker, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Seiya Suzuki, and Dansby Swanson. On May 14, Jameson Taillon will start for the Cubs, boasting a 2-2 record with a 4.53 ERA this season. In home starts, Taillon has a 2.50 ERA. Against the Marlins, Taillon has a perfect 3-0 record with a 0.83 ERA from four career starts, with just one outing since 2021. The Cubs have a power ranking of 11, ranking second in offense and 17th in defense, with a 25-18 overall record. In their last three matchups, the Miami Marlins won two out of three against the Cubs.

Marlins Show Resilience and Promise with Ryan Weathers Leading the Charge

Miami has demonstrated resilience in keeping games competitive, exemplified by their recent narrow loss. The Marlins hold promise for another competitive outing, with Ryan Weathers leading the charge. Despite his debut start this season, Weathers showcased his prowess with a commendable 2.04 ERA in nine road starts last year. Additionally, Miami's offense, bolstered by emerging power from Stowers, has the potential to score against the inconsistent Taillon. With a strong resolve to avoid a sweep, Miami presents a favorable run line price for consideration.

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