Chicago Cubs vs St. Louis Cardinals Preview
Today's Starting Matchup
Chicago Cubs starter David Peterson carries a 5.97 ERA with a 5-7 record this season. The opposing starter has not yet been announced.
Team Season Comparison
2025 season record: Chicago Cubs 92-70 (.568), St. Louis Cardinals 78-84 (.481).
Chicago Cubs holds the edge in the season standings, though St. Louis Cardinals can't be counted out based on head-to-head matchups.
Run differential: Chicago Cubs +144, St. Louis Cardinals -65. Chicago Cubs boasts superior run production.
Recent form: Chicago Cubs on a 3-game win streak, St. Louis Cardinals on a 4-game losing streak.
Bullpen Analysis
Chicago Cubs bullpen: 13 relievers on the active roster. Key arms: Aaron Civale 4.85 ERA, 88K in 102.0IP, Caleb Thielbar (Setup) 2.64 ERA, 56K in 58.0IP, Colin Rea 3.95 ERA, 127K in 159.1IP.
St. Louis Cardinals bullpen: 13 relievers on the active roster. Key arms: Andre Pallante 5.31 ERA, 111K in 162.2IP, Dustin May 4.96 ERA, 123K in 132.1IP, George Soriano 8.35 ERA, 36K in 36.2IP.