On the evening of May 7, 2024, the San Diego Padres and the Chicago Cubs will clash at Wrigley Field, starting at 7:40 PM. Given the anticipated light rain, the conditions could play a role in the game’s dynamics.

Randy Vásquez will take the mound for the Padres. Currently, Vásquez has an ERA of 5.870, showing room for improvement this season. On the other side, Shota Imanaga, with an impressive ERA of 0.779, will pitch for the Cubs, potentially giving them a solid defensive advantage in this upcoming confrontation.

Looking at the standings, the Padres find themselves positioned 13th in the 2024 NL West Division, holding a record of 14 wins and 18 losses. This season, they’ve managed an even split in their division games and have struggled recently with five consecutive losses. Comparatively, the Chicago Cubs are placed favorably fourth in the NL Central Division, boasting an 18-11 record. They have shown consistent form, particularly at home with a strong 10-3 record.

Regarding the betting odds for this matchup, the current point spread is set at -1.5, with the over/under for total runs scored at 8.5. For those considering moneyline bets, the Padres are at +123, indicating that they are underdogs in this matchup. Conversely, the favored Cubs are listed at -148. This suggests that the odds are leaning towards a Cubs win, but with sports, surprises are always possible, especially under tricky weather conditions.