The Chicago Cubs received a great start from Shota Imanaga, but the Cubs' bullpen and offense could take advantage in a 5-1 loss to the Cincinnati Reds.

The Cincinnati Reds (60-54) and Chicago Cubs (65-48) wrap up their 3-game series Wednesday. First pitch from Wrigley Field in Chicago is set for 2:20 p.m ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Reds vs. Cubs odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Chicago Cubs reliever Andrew Kittredge took the loss in his third appearance since being acquired at the trade deadline. He gave up four runs in the seventh inning.

After just two innings with his new team, Chicago Cubs starter Michael Soroka is headed to the injured list with right shoulder discomfort. The right-hander left Monday night's 3-2 loss to Cincinnati after the second inning in his first appearance with the Cubs — and on his 28th birthday — since being acquired from Washington last

Spencer Steer's three-run home run in the top of the seventh broke a 1-1 tie and propelled the Reds to a 5-1 win over the Chicago Cubs Tuesday night. The Reds and Cubs are now tied 4-4 in the season series,