You will have three chances to make Cubs vs Dodgers predictions this weekend, with the first coming on Friday night. The two historic franchises will meet up early in the season for a chance to prove themselves.
It’s still way too early to look at the MLB standings, but both of these teams have gotten off to a solid start. Chicago is trying to bounce back after some down years, while the Dodgers are hoping to continue their run of dominance.
There are a number of great MLB games on the MLB schedule on Friday night, but this game should end up being one of the best.
Chicago Cubs vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Odds
The first thing to look at when making Cubs vs Dodgers predictions is to check out the odds that are available for this game. Home-field advantage does play a role when coming up with MLB odds, and that’s the case in this game.
Los Angeles is the moneyline betting favorite at -170 for the series opener against Chicago. The over/under for this game between the Dodgers and Cubs is set at 8.5 total runs.
Chicago Cubs vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Information
Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers
Location of the Game: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA.
Date and Time: Friday, April 14, 10:10 PM EST.
How to Watch: MLB Network
Chicago Cubs vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Preview
Chicago Cubs
There have been a number of Chicago Cubs players that are off to a great start this season, but it has been Dansby Swanson leading the way. Swanson is hitting .400 to begin his career with his new team, and he has really sparked the offense.
Justin Steele will be on the mound for the Cubs in the series opener, and he is 1-0 with a 0.75 ERA to begin the year. Chicago doesn’t have a ton of big names in their bullpen, but they have some pitchers that are proven at the big-league level.
The Cubs are one of the MLB teams to watch this season, and they have been a pleasant surprise to begin the year. Chicago is also expecting a big boost in this game as Seiya Suzuki is going to join the team after starting the season on the MLB injury report.
Los Angeles Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers schedule has been challenging to begin the year, but they are set to return home after a long time away from home. Los Angeles has been a very good offensive team to begin the year, but they have struggled to pitch up to this point.
Max Muncy has put up some terrific MLB player stats to begin the year, as he comes into this game with five home runs and 14 RBIS. Muncy might be doing the most damage up to this point, but there are other players that can take over as well.
Noah Syndergaard is set to make this start for the Dodgers, and he has struggled so far this season. Syndergaard is 0-1 with a 6.30 ERA so far to begin his Dodgers career.
Chicago Cubs vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Picks
If you are going to make some Cubs vs Dodgers predictions, then there are two bets that you should look at making. The first bet is the moneyline, and you should also take a close look at the over/under.
This should be a terrific pitching matchup on Friday night, and the offenses are going to have a tough time getting things going. The Cubs have had a solid start to the season, but they are going to come up just short in their attempt to knock off the Dodgers in this game.
The MLB picks to make are to take the Los Angeles Dodgers at -170 on the moneyline, and also take the under 8.5 total runs.
- Over/Under: Under 8.5
- Moneyline/Run Line: Los Angeles Dodgers -170
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