Rangers vs. Cubs: Game 3, prediction, odds, injuries and picks

Rangers vs. Cubs: Game 3, prediction, odds, injuries and picks - April 9, MLB 2025

Modified Apr 09, 2025 14:14 GMT

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The Chicago Cubs will look to complete a three-game sweep over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday. It's been a dominant series for the Cubs as they look like a top team in the National League.

This should be one of the better games of the day throughout MLB, and there will be some solid predictions in this matchup. Here is a look at the top odds and some injuries that might impact the outcome.

Rangers vs. Cubs prediction

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The Cubs enter the game with a 9-5 record and will send Shota Imanaga to the mound. Imanaga is a perfect 2-0 with a 0.98 ERA this season, establishing himself as a top pitcher in MLB.

Kyle Tucker has been a great addition to Chicago as he leads the way with five home runs and 16 runs batted in. The Cubs have already scored 94 runs this season, and they have been incredible at Wrigley Field.

It's been a rough go for the Texas Rangers on offense as they are hitting just .198. Texas is still 8-4 on the season, but they have struggled to keep pace with Chicago in this series.

Tyler Mahle will start for the Rangers, but keeping the Cubs at bay is going to be a challenge. Look for Texas to be more competitive in this game; however, it's still going to be a loss.

Prediction: Chicago Cubs 5, Texas Rangers 4

Rangers vs. Cubs odds

Corey Seager, Marcus Semien - Source: Imagn

Money Line: Texas Rangers +130, Chicago Cubs -155

Run Spread: Rangers +1.5 (-160), Cubs -1.5 (+135)

Total Runs: Over 8.5 (EVEN), Under 8.5 (-120)

Rangers vs. Cubs injuries

Texas Rangers injury report:

Cody Bradford (LHP): 60-Day IL (Left elbow)

Jack Leiter (RHP): 15-Day IL (Right middle finger)

Jon Gray (RHP): 60-Day IL (Right wrist)

Chicago Cubs injury report:

Ryan Brasier (RHP): 15-Day IL (Groin)

Tyson Miller (RHP): 15-Day IL (Hip)

Javier Assad (RHP): 15-Day IL (Left Oblique)

Rangers vs. Cubs picks

Taking the Cubs on the moneyline is the right way to go in this matchup, but the Rangers will keep it close.

Money Line: Chicago Cubs -155

Run Spread: Texas Rangers +1.5 (-160)

Total Runs: Over 8.5 (EVEN)

About the author

Ryan Burks is a baseball journalist at Sportskeeda with over 7 years of experience in the field, writing for publications such as Knup Sports. Ryan graduated from Elmhurst College in 2009 with a degree in Communications.

Ryan is a huge Chicago Cubs fan and enjoys their storied history and traditions. His favorite sporting moment was when the Cubs won the 2016 World Series, breaking a championship drought that dated back to 1908.

His favorite player was Ken Griffey Jr., as Ryan grew up during his prime and he was the coolest player in league history. Greg Maddux also deserves a mention, as he was truly amazing on the mound.

When not working or watching sports, Ryan coaches basketball and baseball, loves fishing, and spends time with his family.

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