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Cubs vs Brewers

Windy City surge meets Brew Crew bumps in divisional duel

Chicago Cubs

Cubs (60-43) VS Brewers (61-42)

Jul 28, 2025 | 8:40 PM ET | American Family Field, Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee Brewers
Moneyline Pick - Chicago Cubs (-115): B+

Chicago brings recent momentum and a key pitching advantage into a pivotal divisional matchup, making them a solid bet against a Milwaukee team still navigating injuries and bullpen struggles. The Cubs have found offensive rhythm since the break, and their starter’s reliable form gives them a foundation to build on, especially in a ballpark where they’ve had recent success. With Milwaukee’s lineup thinned and their late-inning options limited, closing out a tight contest could prove difficult.

As both teams hover near the top of the division past the 100-game mark, playoff urgency looms large. Chicago’s healthier core and steadier bullpen provide just enough of an edge to justify backing them as a slight favorite, even on the road. The matchup isn't a blowout on paper, but the situational edges add up.

This prediction gets a B grade. Odds and availability subject to change. Follow Shurzy on Instagram and Tiktok for more expert picks.

This bet was made on 28/07/2025 at 11:10am

Over/Under Pick - Under 8, (-110): B+

Two playoff-hopeful teams square off in a game that figures to lean toward the arms. With both Milwaukee and Chicago jockeying for division control deep into the season, urgency should keep bullpens fresh and managerial hooks short. Chicago’s starter has handled this opponent well in past matchups, and Milwaukee's lineup hasn’t fully capitalized on recent opportunities. Even with some absences in the bullpen, an off-day ahead of the series helps restore some late-inning stability.

Milwaukee counters with a strikeout-heavy starter who thrives at home, a good fit against a Chicago lineup that’s missing some key pieces and has been inconsistent against high-velocity arms. With both clubs playing it tight down the stretch and the pitching matchups tilting toward control over chaos, this sets up as a game where the scoreboard could stay quiet. The posted total allows for a bit of breathing room, making the under a worthy play.

This prediction gets a B+ grade. Odds and availability subject to change. Follow Shurzy on Instagram and Tiktok for more expert picks.

This bet was made on 28/07/2025 at 11:14am

Spread Pick - Milwaukee Brewers, +1.5 (-178): B

Milwaukee enters this matchup with recent coverage success despite some uneven results, while Chicago arrives on a brief winning stretch but continues to manage key injuries. The Brewers turn to a reliable starter who’s been effective in past meetings against the Cubs, while Chicago’s left-hander has been more hittable on the road. The offensive gap narrows slightly given the Cubs’ missing bats, and Milwaukee’s familiarity with their opponent’s pitching gives them a subtle edge in a ballpark where their offense tends to play better.

With both teams deep into the season and battling near the top of their division, every game takes on added weight. Milwaukee’s bullpen appears slightly better positioned, and the added run support makes the underdog spread look attractive. This projects as a tight divisional game where grabbing the extra run and a half offers a smart blend of cushion and value.

This prediction gets a B grade. Odds and availability subject to change. Follow Shurzy on Instagram and Tiktok for more expert picks.

This bet was made on 28/07/2025 at 11:16am

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