The Colorado Rockies will visit the Chicago Cubs for an MLB regular-season game at Wrigley Field. The game is set for Monday, June 15, 2026, at 8:05 PM. Fans can catch the game on the MARQ channel.
The Rockies come into this game with a 27-45 record, ranking fifth in the NL West. The Cubs hold a 37-35 record, placing them third in the NL Central. The weather forecast predicts mild temperatures with overcast clouds.
Colorado Rockies Team Preview
The Colorado Rockies have shown mixed results in their recent games. They achieved a high-scoring win against the Athletics with a score of 23-9. In that game, Willi Castro and Hunter Goodman each hit two home runs, contributing to the team’s 24 hits.
In their recent performances, the Rockies had two losses against the Athletics. One loss was by a score of 7-5, and the other was 6-4. The team managed to hit a home run in each of those games, but it wasn’t enough to secure wins.
The Rockies have some strong hitters like Hunter Goodman, who leads the team with 20 home runs this season. TJ Rumfield and Willi Castro have also been key players, contributing with solid batting averages. Michael Lorenzen is expected to be the starting pitcher in their next game, holding a 7.54 ERA this season.
Chicago Cubs Team Preview
The Chicago Cubs are getting ready for their next game against the Colorado Rockies. In their last five games, the Cubs won three and lost two. The team scored well in some games, with big wins over the Rockies and Giants.
On offense, the Cubs have been strong with hitters like Pete Crow-Armstrong and Michael Busch leading the way. They scored many runs, especially in the games they won. The Cubs’ batting average this season is .239, which ranks 15th in the league.
On the mound, the Cubs will have Shota Imanaga starting against the Rockies. Imanaga has a 4-6 record with a 4.44 ERA this season. He hopes to help the Cubs secure another win in their home game.
Betting Prediction
The Cubs have a strong pitching advantage over the Rockies. Their earned run average is 4.23, which ranks 19th, better than the Rockies’ 5.64, which is last in the league. The Cubs also allow a lower batting average against, at .241 compared to the Rockies’ .287.
In terms of hitting, the Cubs have a decent on-base percentage of .330, which ranks 5th. This is better than the Rockies’ .321, which ranks 9th. The Cubs’ ability to get on base more often can lead to more scoring opportunities.
The Cubs’ bullpen has been more reliable, with fewer blown saves than the Rockies. The Cubs have 9 blown saves, which is ranked 5th, while the Rockies have 11, ranked 7th. This reliability in closing games gives the Cubs an edge in securing victories.
- Pick: Cubs -206
