The Seattle Mariners are set to face off against the Chicago Cubs in a crucial interleague game this Friday at Wrigley Field. The Mariners, currently sitting at 37-36, are looking to bounce back after a recent 3-1 defeat to the Boston Red Sox, while the Cubs boast a strong 45-29 record and have won three of their last four games. Despite struggling on the road with a 17-17 record this season, the Mariners are hoping for a turnaround.

Chicago has a favorable history against Seattle, having won eight of their last ten encounters. As for betting odds, the Cubs are favored at -134, with an over/under set at 9.5 runs. Key players will include Cubs' righty Cade Horton, who is 3-1 this season with a 3.47 ERA, and Kyle Tucker, who is enjoying a hot streak at the plate. On the Mariners' side, George Kirby, despite a rocky start to the season, is fresh off a solid performance and will look to build on that.