Rangers vs Cubs Prediction, Odds, Betting Parlays & Player Props – Game 3 (April 9, 2025)

Get the latest Rangers vs Cubs prediction, odds, player props, and same-game parlay picks for game 3 here. The Chicago Cubs are firing on all cylinders, and behind red-hot starter Shota Imanaga, they’ll look to complete a sweep of the defending champion Texas Rangers this afternoon at Wrigley Field.

With elite offense, dominant starting pitching, and some favorable weather conditions, the Cubs are in position to extend their win streak and keep cashing for bettors.

Below, we break down the Rangers vs Cubs odds, betting trends, prop angles, and our best bets for April 9.

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🕒 Where To Watch Rangers vs. Cubs Game 3?

• 📍 Venue: Wrigley Field (Chicago, IL)
• 📅 Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025
• 🕑 First Pitch: 2:20 PM ET
• 📺 Broadcast: Marquee, RSN

💰 Rangers vs Cubs Game 3 Odds

📊 Odds via Caesars Sportsbook. Check latest lines at FanDuel, DraftKings, or BetMGM.

🔥 Cubs vs Rangers Prediction

✅ Pick: Cubs -1.5 (+135)

Chicago has won seven of its last eight and is scoring a league-best 6.7 runs per game. The offense has lit up a solid Rangers pitching staff for 17 runs over the last two games, including a 10-6 blowout on Tuesday.

Today, they’ll hand the ball to Shota Imanaga, who has been nothing short of elite. The Japanese lefty owns a 0.98 ERA and has worked at least 7 innings in back-to-back starts, allowing only 1 earned run in each.

Texas counters with Tyler Mahle, who’s looked sharp but is still ramping up after missing significant time due to injury. Against this version of the Cubs? It’s a tough ask.

📈 Key Trends

• Cubs are 7-1 in their last 8, winning all 7 games by 2+ runs
• Rangers are 0-2 so far in this series, outscored 17-6
• Imanaga has allowed just 2 ER over 21.1 IP this season
• Texas is 0-6 in their last 6 games vs. NL teams with a winning record

🔄 Rangers vs Cubs Same-Game Parlay (SGP)

💥 SGP Pick (via Caesars)

• Cubs -1.5
• Seiya Suzuki Over 1.5 Total Bases
• Shota Imanaga Over 5.5 Strikeouts

+614 odds

🎯 Why it works:

• Suzuki is raking: 5-for-7 in the series with 3 RBI and 2 runs
• Imanaga hasn’t gone Over 5.5 K’s yet this year, but he’s due—Texas ranks middle-of-the-pack in strikeouts and struggles vs lefties
• The Cubs offense has won by multiple runs in every recent victory, making the run line a high-upside play

👀 Prop Bets to Target

⚠️ Imanaga hasn’t topped 5.5 K’s yet in 2025, but the matchup and momentum are trending upward.

🧠 ClutchBuzz Prediction

Cubs 7 – Rangers 3

Imanaga stays in rhythm, and the Cubs lineup keeps mashing. Chicago is simply rolling right now and gets the edge at home again, especially in cold, windy Wrigley conditions.

🌦️ Rangers vs Cubs Game 3: Weather Note

• Temp: 38°F
• Humidity: 82%
• Wind: 17.2 mph (NW) — this could help suppress home runs, favoring elite pitching like Imanaga

🏁 Final Verdict: Cubs -1.5 (+135)

If you’re looking for value today, the run line offers a better payout than the moneyline with very little added risk, given Chicago’s win margins lately.

Combine it with props on Suzuki and Imanaga for a solid +600+ SGP opportunity on most major Illinois books.