Chicago Cubs vs San Francisco Giants Picks and Predictions May 7th 2025

Undefeated Anchor: Ray’s Command Continues

Robbie Ray has been the Giants’ winningest weapon, going 4–0 with a 3.05 ERA this season and boasting a perfect 7–0 mark in his career outings. His last start produced seven scoreless innings and eight strikeouts, and he has held the Cubs to a 2.31 ERA and a 2–1 record over six career games. Ray’s ability to pound the zone with his fastball and changeup combination gives San Francisco a steady backstop in Wednesday’s series finale at Wrigley Field.

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Rally Royale: Giants’ 14-5 Extra-Inning Eruption

San Francisco flexed its lineup depth with an 11th-inning onslaught Tuesday, turning a tight contest into a 14–5 rout. Jung Hoo Lee drilled a two-run homer and added an RBI single, Heliot Ramos went 4-for-6 with an RBI double, and Matt Chapman delivered a two-run single in the decisive frame. That explosion marked the Giants’ fifth victory in six games and underscored a run-scoring prowess that can back any pitching performance.

Pitchers’ Duel: Ray vs. Brown

Opposing Ray is Chicago rookie Ben Brown (3–2, 4.88 ERA), fresh off six shutout innings and four hits allowed in a 10–0 win over Milwaukee. Yet he remains inconsistent—he surrendered five runs in his previous outing against Philadelphia, prompting manager Craig Counsell to insist, “We need better, frankly.” Brown has yet to face San Francisco, making Wednesday’s matchup a true test of his repertoire against a veteran left-hander in peak form.

Cubs’ Core: Stabilizing After Late-Inning Collapse

Chicago’s bullpen imploded in the 11th, turning a defensive game into a historic rout. Manager Counsell praised his team’s earlier comeback efforts but lamented the final frame’s breakdown. Offensively, Dansby Swanson continues his eight-game hitting streak (.467 average), while Seiya Suzuki searches for traction after going 1-for-18 over his last four games. How the Cubs balance veteran steadiness with rookie exuberance will decide their ability to challenge Ray deep into the afternoon.

Betting Angle

With Ray’s dominance and Brown’s volatility, the early under on total runs offers value before bullpens take over. For detailed prop plays and matchup analysis, consult our linked MLB Expert Picks.

Scoreline Forecast

Expect a pitchers’ duel through six innings, then a late surge from San Francisco’s lineup backing Ray’s flawless run.

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