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Chicago Cubs vs Colorado Rockies Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: August 29, 2025 at 8:40 PM ET

Venue: Coors Field — Denver, Colorado

Article updated Aug 29, 11:46 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In this Cubs at Rockies prediction, the Cubs will face off against the Rockies in the first game of a three-game series in Colorado. The Cubs are currently leading the NL

Game outlook

In this Cubs at Rockies prediction, the Cubs will face off against the Rockies in the first game of a three-game series in Colorado. The Cubs are currently leading the NL Wildcard standings, while the Rockies are struggling with another losing season. The pitching matchup for the series opener will feature Cubs' rookie Cade Horton against Rockies' righty German Marquez. The game is set to begin at 7:05 PM EST. Stay tuned for more details on this matchup and consider our top picks to make the most of your bets.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Cubs -214 | Rockies +189

Spread: Cubs -1.5 (-143) | Rockies +1.5 (+125)

Total: Over/Under 11 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 68%.

Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs have had a strong presence in the NL Central Division for much of the season, but the Milwaukee Brewers have recently overtaken them for the top spot. Despite a recent sweep by the San Francisco Giants, the Cubs remain in control of the top wildcard spot in the National League. The Cubs, with a record of 89-73, are just 6.5 games behind the Brewers in the division race. They will rely on righty Cade Horton, who has had a successful season with an 8-4 record and an ERA of 2.88, in their upcoming series against the Rockies. Several key players, including SP Michael Soroka and RP Eli Morgan, are currently dealing with injuries.

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Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies are at risk of a second consecutive 100-loss season as they prepare to face the Cubs after a 4-3 loss to the Astros. Despite a comeback effort, the Rockies ultimately fell short with Kyle Freeland pitching six innings. Veteran righty German Marquez returns to the mound after being sidelined with biceps tendinitis, boasting a 3-11 record and 5.67 ERA this season. The Rockies hope to halt a two-game losing streak against a struggling Cubs team. Key injuries include DH Kris Bryant and several relief pitchers.

Chicago Cubs' Consistent Lineup Poised to Capitalize on Colorado Rockies' Pitching Woes

The Chicago Cubs are currently experiencing a period of underperformance, however, they continue to maintain a competitive position among the top teams in the National League. The team boasts a consistent lineup that is expected to capitalize on the high-altitude environment of Coors Field. Colorado Rockies' starting pitcher, Marquez, is returning from the injured list with a record of 126 hits allowed in 98.1 innings and a low strikeout rate of 73 this season. These statistics suggest potential challenges for Marquez against the Cubs' disciplined batting lineup. On the other hand, Cubs' starting pitcher, Horton, has demonstrated effectiveness in keeping the ball on the ground by allowing only eight home runs this season. This attribute is likely to be advantageous in the upcoming game in Colorado. Based on these factors, a recommendation is made to take the Cubs with a -1.5 point spread.

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SportsJaw Cubs vs Rockies archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Cubs vs Rockies matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Chicago Cubs-230 → -220Moved
  • Moneyline · Colorado Rockies+190 → +184Moved
  • Spread · Chicago Cubs-1.5 (-150) → -1.5 (-145)Moved
  • Spread · Colorado Rockies+1.5 (+130) → +1.5 (+125)Moved
  • Total · Over11 (-110) → 11 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under11 (-110) → 11 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Chicago Cubs
89-73 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 4-5-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Colorado Rockies
58-104 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-08-30T03:46:46.424Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Chicago Cubs have had a strong presence in the NL Central Division for much of the season, but the Milwaukee Brewers have recently overtaken them for the top spot. Despite a recent sweep by the San Francisco Giants, the Cubs remain in control of the top wildcard spot in the National League. The Cubs, with a record of 89-73, are just 6.5 games behind the Brewers in the division race. They will rely on righty Cade Horton, who has had a successful season with an 8-4 record and an ERA of 2.88, in their upcoming series against the Rockies. Several key players, including SP Michael Soroka and RP Eli Morgan, are currently dealing with injuries.

The Colorado Rockies are at risk of a second consecutive 100-loss season as they prepare to face the Cubs after a 4-3 loss to the Astros. Despite a comeback effort, the Rockies ultimately fell short with Kyle Freeland pitching six innings. Veteran righty German Marquez returns to the mound after being sidelined with biceps tendinitis, boasting a 3-11 record and 5.67 ERA this season. The Rockies hope to halt a two-game losing streak against a struggling Cubs team. Key injuries include DH Kris Bryant and several relief pitchers.

The Chicago Cubs are currently experiencing a period of underperformance, however, they continue to maintain a competitive position among the top teams in the National League. The team boasts a consistent lineup that is expected to capitalize on the high-altitude environment of Coors Field. Colorado Rockies' starting pitcher, Marquez, is returning from the injured list with a record of 126 hits allowed in 98.1 innings and a low strikeout rate of 73 this season. These statistics suggest potential challenges for Marquez against the Cubs' disciplined batting lineup. On the other hand, Cubs' starting pitcher, Horton, has demonstrated effectiveness in keeping the ball on the ground by allowing only eight home runs this season. This attribute is likely to be advantageous in the upcoming game in Colorado. Based on these factors, a recommendation is made to take the Cubs with a -1.5 point spread.

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Chicago Cubs defeated Colorado Rockies 11-7

Chicago Cubs defeated Colorado Rockies 11-7 on August 29, 2025, a 4-run decision in the series. Chicago Cubs' strongest period was the 5th inning, when it outscored its opponent 6-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Chicago Cubs -1.5 (-145) spread, Chicago Cubs covered, while the 18 combined runs finished over the recorded total of 11.

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