As the Rockies (9-45) face the Cubs (33-21) in Chicago, Germán Márquez takes the mound for Colorado against Cade Horton for Chicago. The Cubs have been in strong form, winning 8 of their last 10 home games against the Rockies. With the Rockies struggling, having lost 8 of their last 9 games, this matchup presents a clear favorite in the Cubs.

The odds favor the Cubs heavily, with a moneyline of -327 against the Rockies at +261. The total is set at 8.0 runs, a figure that reflects the expectation of a Cubs offense that has been productive at Wrigley Field. Previous matchups suggest that backing the Cubs on the moneyline could be a wise move, especially given their recent home success and the Rockies' dismal performance.