Miami Marlins vs Chicago Cubs Highlights MLB Odds Menu

The visiting Chicago Cubs hope for a solid performance on Friday as they look to pick up a win at Marlins Park against the Miami Marlins.

Jose Urena gets the call for the Miami Marlins and he will try to build on a 5-2 mark. In the other dugout, John Lackey brings a 5-7 ledger to the game for the Chicago Cubs as he tries to quiet the Marlins bats.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

Sportsbooks such as Sportsbook had set the Miami Marlins as 123 underdogs on the moneyline for this contest. The over under was hovering near 9 for betting fans hoping to turn a profit on totals at Sportsbook.

Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 6.7-2.0 win for the Cubs. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.

Chicago Cubs vs Miami Marlins Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

Miami (32-39) will face the 37-35 Cubs in this tilt. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Miami vs Chicago injuries news.

According to MLB Power Rankings here, it's the No. 16-ranked Miami Marlins and the No. 6-rated Chicago Cubs in this matchup.

Statistical Matchup

When it comes to getting on base, the visiting Chicago Cubs rank No. 28 at 8.11 hits per game. That compares with the Miami Marlins No. 7 ranking in that category.

Miami owns the No. 20 defense, allowing 4.68 men per game to cross the plate. That contrasts with Chicago's No. 8-rated defense.