Chicago Cubs Aim Fifth Win in Six at Miami Marlins

The Chicago Cubs enter their May 19, 2025, game against the Miami Marlins riding strong momentum with five wins in their last six games and a season-high run differential of +70, highlighted by a potent offense that has scored 270 runs and 65 home runs. Despite injuries to key pitchers like Shota Imanaga, Javier Assad, and Justin Steele, the Cubs' bullpen has been exceptional, with relievers Daniel Palencia, Brad Keller, and Drew Pomeranz posting 0.00 ERAs in recent appearances. Starting pitcher Ben Brown has also shown promise with a 2.76 ERA over three starts in May, although he is still developing his pitching arsenal. The Marlins, struggling with a 5.34 team ERA and a 1.46 WHIP, face challenges especially with injuries to key players such as Edward Cabrera, who is questionable for the game due to a finger injury. Cabrera, slated to start against Brown, has had mixed success against the Cubs in the past but has not pitched since May 10. The Cubs' offense is led by young stars Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker, who have delivered strong performances this season, contributing to the team's first-place standing in the National League Central Division, while the Marlins look to build on recent wins despite their overall struggles.