Milwaukee Brewers vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction for NLDS Game 4 on 10/9

MLB game preview

The Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs are set for Game 4 of the NLDS at Wrigley Field. The Brewers lead the series 2–1 and have a chance to move to the next round with a win. The game will take place on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 9:08 PM and will be broadcast on TBS.

The Cubs will play at home, hoping to even the series. The Brewers had a strong regular season with a 97-65 record, including a 45-36 record on the road. The Cubs finished the regular season at 92-70, with a 50-31 record at home. Both teams are from the NL Central, adding an extra layer of competition to this playoff series.

Milwaukee Brewers Team Preview

The Milwaukee Brewers have had mixed results in their recent games. On October 8th, they lost to the Chicago Cubs 4-3. Jake Bauers stood out with 2 hits and 2 RBIs, including a home run.

On October 6th, the Brewers won against the Cubs with a score of 7-3. They hit three home runs in the game. Andrew Vaughn, Jackson Chourio, and William Contreras were the top hitters, each with a home run.

The Brewers’ performance on October 4th resulted in a 9-3 win over the Cubs. Jackson Chourio had a standout game with 3 hits and 3 RBIs. Freddy Peralta pitched 5 2/3 innings, giving up 2 earned runs and striking out 9 batters.

Brewers vs Cubs Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs
  • Venue: Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL
  • Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Brewers Moneyline -115, Cubs Moneyline -105, Brewers Runline -1.5 (+155), Cubs Runline +1.5 (-187), Total Over 7.5 (+100), Total Under 7.5 (-120)

Chicago Cubs Team Preview

The Chicago Cubs have shown mixed results in recent games. In their last home game against the Milwaukee Brewers, they won 4-3. Michael Busch hit a home run, contributing to the team’s eight hits in that game.

The Cubs have a batting average of .249 for the season, ranking them eighth in the league. Their on-base percentage stands at .320, and they rank sixth in that category. The team has hit 223 home runs this season, placing them sixth in the league for home runs.

Jameson Taillon has been a key pitcher for the Cubs in the postseason. In his last outing against the Brewers, he pitched four innings, allowing two earned runs. The Cubs’ pitching staff has an earned run average of 3.81, ranking ninth in the league.

BTB Betting Pick

The Brewers are favored to win with a moneyline of -115. Their strong batting average and on-base percentage, both ranked second, give them an edge. The Cubs have a moneyline of -105, but their pitching ranks lower in key areas. The projected score is Brewers 4, Cubs 3, making the Brewers the pick to win.

The total line is set at 7.5 with the over at +100 and the under at -120. Both teams have solid pitching, with the Brewers having the second-best ERA. The Cubs’ ability to hit home runs could impact the total, but the projected score of 7 suggests taking the under. The under is the recommended pick for this game.