The Chicago Cubs and Miami Marlins play the rubber match of a three-game series on Wednesday afternoon in Miami.
The Chicago Cubs go for their seventh win in nine games when they play the Miami Marlins on Wednesday afternoon. The Cubs avoided a second straight loss on Tuesday when they whipped the Marlins 14-1. The Cubs had lost the opener on Monday by giving up two runs in the bottom of the ninth, but they left no doubt in the second game, as they scored eight runs in the sixth inning and five more in the ninth to move to 29-20 on the season.
The Cubs will send Cade Horton to the mound on Wednesday in the finale. Horton will be making his second start of his career and his third appearance. He has picked up a win in each of the first two games he has pitched. In his first start he gave up three runs in five innings to earn a win against the Chicago White Sox. The Cubs are looking to remain perfect with Horton to be on the mound and earn a road series win.
How to Watch Chicago Cubs at Miami Marlins Today:
Game Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
LIVE SPORTS & TV WITHOUT CABLE
Start your free trial. No commitment. Cancel anytime.
Start Free Trial
Game Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
TV: FanDuel Sports Network Florida
Live stream the Cubs at Marlins game on Fubo: Start your free trial now!
The Marlins, though, are looking to deal Horton his first loss of his career as they try to upset the Cubs on Wednesday afternoon.
The Marlins will start Max Meyer on the mound in the finale. Meyer is 3-4 with a 4.47 ERA on the season.
The Marlins have alternated wins and losses with Meyer on the mound all season long. The Marlins won his last start and are looking to break the pattern on Wednesday afternoon.
In his last start, Meyer gave up four runs in five innings against the Tampa Bay Rays. The Marlins won the game 9-4.
Regional restrictions may apply.