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Chicago Cubs vs Milwaukee Brewers Picks and Predictions August 18th 2025

August 18, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

The Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs square off in a rare five-game series beginning Monday with a day-night doubleheader at Wrigley Field. Milwaukee (78-45) sits atop the NL Central, riding the momentum of a franchise-record 14-game winning streak that ended Sunday in extra innings against Cincinnati. The Brewers have outscored opponents 119-52 over their past 15 games and continue to play elite baseball. Chicago (70-53) trails Milwaukee by eight games and knows this series could define its season. The Cubs just earned back-to-back wins over Pittsburgh but have struggled with consistency since the All-Star break. Monday’s opener features a heavyweight pitching matchup: Freddy Peralta (14-5, 2.90 ERA) for the Brewers against rookie Cade Horton (7-3, 3.07 ERA) for the Cubs.

Philadelphia Phillies vs Seattle Mariners Picks and Predictions August 18th 2025

August 18, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

The Philadelphia Phillies return home Monday to open a three-game set against the Seattle Mariners at Citizens Bank Park. Philadelphia (71-53) leads the NL East but has dropped four of its last six. The Phillies salvaged a split in Washington on Sunday with an 11-9 win, highlighted by Alec Bohm’s return (HR, 3 RBIs) and clutch hits from Nick Castellanos. Seattle (68-57) is in second place in the AL West but has hit a skid, losing four of its last five including Sunday’s 7-3 defeat to the Mets in the Little League Classic. Cal Raleigh continues to mash, belting his MLB-best 47th homer. On the mound, it’s a duel of steady arms: Logan Gilbert (3.31 ERA, 0.98 WHIP) vs. Ranger

Pittsburgh Pirates vs Toronto Blue Jays Picks and Predictions August 18th 2025

August 18, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

The Toronto Blue Jays travel to PNC Park on Monday to face the Pittsburgh Pirates in a pitching matchup featuring veteran Kevin Gausman against rising ace Paul Skenes. Toronto (73-52) sits atop the AL East and continues to push for the league’s best record. Despite a 10-4 loss to Texas on Sunday, the Blue Jays have won six of their last ten games. Pittsburgh (52-73) has struggled mightily, losing seven of their last eight, but still has their young superstar Skenes (7-9, 2.13 ERA) on the mound as they look to play spoiler. Toronto’s elite offense can pressure Skenes early. The Jays lead MLB in batting average (.269) and on-base percentage (.336), with sluggers like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (HR in

Oakland Athletics vs Los Angeles Angels Picks and Predictions August 17th 2025

August 17, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

The Los Angeles Angels will visit the Athletics at Sutter Health Park for an afternoon game on Sunday, August 17, 2025. The Angels, managed by Ron Washington, have a record of 59-63 and rank fourth in the AL West. They have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games and are looking to bounce back from a recent loss. The Athletics, led by manager Mark Kotsay, hold a record of 55-69 and sit fifth in the same division. They have a slightly better recent performance, going 6-4 in their last 10 games. The game will feature José Soriano starting for the Angels and Jeffrey Springs for the Athletics. Fans can catch the action on NSPCA under clear skies with a light

Colorado Rockies vs Arizona Diamondbacks Picks and Predictions August 17th 2025

August 17, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to play the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. The Diamondbacks have a record of 60-64 and are ranked third in the NL West. They have lost their last two games but have a 6-4 record in their last ten games. The Rockies hold a record of 34-89 and are last in the division. They have won their last two games, but their recent form is 4-6 over the last ten games. The game will start at 3:10 PM on Sunday, August 17, 2025, with clear skies expected in Denver. The Arizona Diamondbacks recently played a tough series against the Colorado Rockies. In their last game, they lost 10-7, but Adrian Del Castillo stood out with