Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/20

MLB game preview

The Philadelphia Phillies will visit the Chicago Cubs for an MLB regular season game at Wrigley Field. The Phillies have a record of 8-13 and are fourth in their division. They are looking to end a five-game losing streak.

The Cubs hold a record of 12-9 and are fifth in their division. They are on a five-game winning streak. The game is set for Monday, April 20, 2026, at 7:40 PM under scattered clouds and a light breeze.

Philadelphia Phillies Team Preview

The Philadelphia Phillies have faced challenges recently, losing their last five games. Their latest game against the Atlanta Braves ended with a 4-2 loss. Despite their struggles, Kyle Schwarber managed a home run and two RBIs in that game.

Offensively, the Phillies have been inconsistent. They rank 19th in batting average at .222 and 23rd in on-base percentage at .302. However, they have shown some power with 22 home runs, placing them 9th in the league.

On the mound, Aaron Nola is expected to start the next game. This season, Nola has a 4.03 ERA with 24 strikeouts. The Phillies’ pitching staff ranks 27th in ERA, which highlights an area for improvement.

Phillies vs Cubs Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Philadelphia Phillies vs. Chicago Cubs
  • Venue: Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL
  • Date: Monday, April 20, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Phillies Moneyline -114, Cubs Moneyline -106, Phillies Runline -1.5 (+143), Cubs Runline +1.5 (-173), Total Over/Under 8.0 (-110)

Chicago Cubs Team Preview

The Chicago Cubs have been on a winning streak recently. They won their last five games, including a close 2-1 win against the New York Mets. In that game, Javier Assad pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing only one earned run.

The Cubs’ offense has been effective, with players like Nico Hoerner and Moisés Ballesteros leading the way. Hoerner has a batting average of .325 with 21 RBIs. Ballesteros is hitting .364, contributing three home runs and 10 RBIs.

On the pitching side, Colin Rea is the probable starter for the Cubs in the next game against the Phillies. Rea holds a 2-0 record with a 3.63 ERA this season. His performance will be crucial in maintaining the Cubs’ strong form.

BTB Betting Pick

The Phillies are favored on the moneyline with odds of -114 against the Cubs at -106. Considering the Phillies’ stronger pitching, with an ERA of 3.59, ranked 9th, they have the edge. The projected score is Phillies 5, Cubs 3, so the pick is for the Phillies to win.

The total for the game is set at 8.0 runs, with both the over and under at -110. The Phillies’ pitching and the Cubs’ batting average of .251 suggest a lower-scoring game. The projected total is 8 runs, so the recommendation is to take the under.