MLB: Tampa Bay Rays vs Chicago Cubs odds, picks, and predictions

When the Tampa Bay Rays (6-6) take on the Chicago Cubs (6-5) on Wednesday, they'll strive to get back above.500. Wrigley Field's first pitch is scheduled at 7:40 p.m. ET. Series of seasons: 1-1 tie SS In a 6-5 victory Tuesday, Wander Franco led the Tampa attack with a home run and two RBIs. Over 2 2/3 innings, Cubs LHP Justin Steele gave up four runs on three hits and three walks while striking out just one batter. Chicago's home record fell to 3-2 on the season as a result of the loss.

Tampa Bay Rays vs Chicago Cubs: Projected starters

Drew Rasmussen (RHP) vs. Marcus Stroman (RHP)

Rasmussen will make his third start of the season (0-1, 5.00 ERA). Through nine innings, he has allowed five earned runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out five batters. Stroman makes his third start (0-1, 6.00 ERA). Through nine innings, he has given up six earned runs on eight hits and four walks while striking out seven batters.

Tampa Bay Rays vs Chicago Cubs picks and predictions

Prediction: Rays 5, Cubs 4