The Chicago Cubs (73-55) visit the Los Angeles Angels (61-66) for the opener of a 3-game series Friday. First pitch from Angel Stadium in Anaheim is set for 9:38 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Cubs vs. Angels odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Cubs won 2-1 last season

The Cubs lost to the Milwaukee Brewers 4-1 Thursday, but they did end up winning 3 of 5 games in that series. They are second in the NL Central, 7 games behind the Brewers. Chicago has won 5 of its last 7 games and their 32-30 road record is MLB's third-best win rate in away games.

The Angels took down the Cincinnati Reds 2-1 Wednesday, but lost 2 of 3 games in that home series. They are 2-4 in their last 6 games,

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