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Chicago Cubs vs. Philadelphia Phillies: Preview, Predictions and Picks for June 11, 2025

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Jun 11, 2025 2:15 PM
The Chicago Cubs, sitting atop the NL Central with a 41-26 record, travel to Citizens Bank Park to take on the 38-29 Philadelphia Phillies, who are currently second in the NL East. The Phillies look to capitalize on their strong 20-13 home record, while the Cubs aim to maintain their 21-15 road record. With the series tied 2-3 in favor of the Phillies, the winner of this matchup will claim the 3-game series.
Chicago Cubs vs Philadelphia Phillies

Current Odds

CHC
PHI
Over
9.5
+142
Under
9.0
-104
CHC
+5.5
+140
PHI
-5.5
-158
CHC
ML
+6600
PHI
ML
-20000

Cubs vs Phillies statistics

Stat Cubs Phillies
Hits 603 (3rd) 578 (Tied-8th)
Batting Average .258 (3rd) .253 (9th)
Runs Batted In 366 (1st) 289 (10th)
Runs 374 (2nd) 305 (10th)
Home Runs 94 (5th) 69 (Tied-15th)
Walks 245 (4th) 235 (10th)
Stolen Bases 84 (3rd) 60 (Tied-6th)
Strikeouts 530 (Tied-10th) 526 (9th)
Pitches 10295 (3rd) 9947 (10th)

Philadelphia Phillies recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/10/25 vs Chicago Cubs L 8-4
6/9/25 vs Chicago Cubs W 4-3 F/11
6/8/25 @ Pittsburgh Pirates L 2-1
6/7/25 @ Pittsburgh Pirates L 2-1
6/6/25 @ Pittsburgh Pirates L 5-4

Chicago Cubs recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/10/25 @ Philadelphia Phillies W 8-4
6/9/25 @ Philadelphia Phillies L 4-3 F/11
6/8/25 @ Detroit Tigers L 4-0
6/7/25 @ Detroit Tigers W 6-1
6/6/25 @ Detroit Tigers L 3-1

Philadelphia Phillies injuries

  • Brandon Marsh (CF): Day-To-Day
  • Griff McGarry (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Tristan Garnett (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Carson Taylor (SS): Day-To-Day
  • Bryce Harper (1B): 10-Day-IL

Chicago Cubs injuries

  • Brandon Birdsell (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Eli Morgan (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Porter Hodge (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Shota Imanaga (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Javier Assad (SP): 60-Day-IL

Cubs vs Phillies game info

Type Info
Venue Citizens Bank Park
Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
First pitch Wed 1:05 PM
TV MLBN
Temperature 83°
Chance of Rain 0%

Cubs vs Phillies predictions

All eyes on the Chicago Cubs as they roll into Citizens Bank Park, especially with Ben Brown on the mound looking poised for another solid outing. He’s got the kind of stuff that can keep the Phillies’ bats honest—expect around five strikeouts and just a couple of runs over a solid five-plus innings. At the plate, keep an eye on Nico Hoerner, who’s been consistently finding ways on base and could easily rack up a multi-hit night. Meanwhile, Seiya Suzuki’s power has been turning heads lately, so don’t be shocked if he drives in a key run or two. And for Pete Crow-Armstrong, his blend of speed and emerging pop makes him a wild card—if he gets on, he could well set the table (or clear it!).

Switching over to the home squad, the Philadelphia Phillies lineup is starting to click at the right time. Trea Turner’s been a hitting machine lately and could piece together another strong performance filled with timely singles and a little extra-base pop. Kyle Schwarber is always a threat for the long ball, and with his bat heating up, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see one fly deep into the night—or at least drive in a pair. Bryson Stott and Alec Bohm both have a knack for coming up clutch, each likely to chip in with some key knocks. Plus, with Jesus Luzardo on the mound, the Phillies have a great shot to match Brown inning for inning in what could turn out to be a real pitcher’s duel early on.

When it comes down to it, this series finale is a coin toss—but momentum at home counts for a lot in MLB. The Phillies, with their balanced attack and emerging confidence, have just enough firepower to pull out a close one. With Turner setting the tone, Schwarber threatening deep, and Luzardo doing his thing on the hill, Philly looks ready to claim the series and make a statement that they’re not going anywhere this season.

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