The Chicago Cubs are set to face the Kansas City Royals in the second game of their three-game series at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. The Cubs are heavily favored, looking to bounce back after a recent loss, while the Royals aim to continue their momentum. This matchup features a significant pitching disparity, with Matthew Boyd starting for the Cubs and Rich Hill making his season debut for the Royals.
Game Information and Odds
When: Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 8:05 p.m. ET
Where: Wrigley Field, Chicago, Illinois
TV: MARQ and FDSKC
Favorite
Moneyline
Underdog Moneyline
Total
Over Odds
Under Odds
Run Line
Favorite Run Line Odds
Underdog Run Line Odds
Cubs
-260
+209
9
-101
-119
-1.5
-125
+105
Pitching Matchup: Boyd vs. Hill
The pitching duel presents a clear advantage for the Cubs.
Chicago Cubs: Matthew Boyd (10-3, 2.34 ERA)
Kansas City Royals: Rich Hill (2025 debut)
Betting Insights and Predictions
The Cubs are strong favorites, with a 72.2% implied chance to win based on the moneyline. They have won all seven games this season when favored by -260 or more. The Royals, conversely, have a 32.4% implied chance of winning.
Score Prediction: Cubs 6, Royals 2
Total Prediction: Under 9 runs
Win Probabilities: Cubs 58%, Royals 42%
Key Player Insights
Chicago Cubs:
Pete Crow-Armstrong: Leads the team with 26 home runs and is looking for his fifth consecutive game with a hit. He ranks sixth in home runs and ninth in RBI in MLB.
Seiya Suzuki: Also has 26 home runs and leads the team with 80 RBIs.
Nico Hoerner: Leads the team with a .285 batting average.
Kansas City Royals:
Bobby Witt Jr.: Batting .288 with 14 home runs and 31 walks.
Maikel Garcia: Leads the team with a .293 batting average.
Salvador Perez: Paces the Royals with 17 home runs and 60 RBIs. He is currently on a hot streak, with four home runs in his last three games.
Recent Performance
Cubs (Last 10 Games):
Record: 5-5
Runs Per Game: 3.5
Home Runs: 14
ERA: 4.66
Royals (Last 10 Games):
Record: 6-4
Runs Per Game: 5.1
Home Runs: 18
ERA: 3.64
Despite the Royals’ recent offensive surge, the significant pitching mismatch and the Cubs’ strong home record at Wrigley Field (32-18) suggest a bounce-back victory for Chicago.
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