Preview: Angels at Cubs, March 30, 2026

CHICAGO (Interstat) — The Los Angeles Angels and Chicago Cubs open a three-game series at Wrigley Field on Monday, each looking to establish early momentum in the young season.

The Angels (2-2) arrive after splitting a four-game set in Houston, including a 9-7 loss on Sunday. The Cubs (1-2) dropped two of three at home to Washington, falling 6-3 in their last outing.

The pitching matchup features right-handers with contrasting styles. The Angels are expected to start Ryan Johnson, while the Cubs counter with Edward Cabrera. Both pitchers’ season records were not specified.

A key player to watch for Los Angeles is reliever Sam Bachman, who has been dominant in his first two appearances. Bachman has tossed three scoreless, hitless innings with five strikeouts, including two perfect frames in Sunday’s loss.

For the Cubs, third baseman Alex Bregman provides the power threat. After a quiet start, Bregman broke out Sunday, going 2 for 4 with two home runs and two RBIs in the loss to the Nationals.

The Angels’ offense showed life in the Houston series, with shortstop Zach Neto hitting a home run Sunday. The Cubs’ lineup will aim to provide more consistent support after scoring 10 runs in a Saturday win but just seven total in their two losses.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, the Cubs are projected to win a close one, 5-4. Betting markets list Chicago as a 1.5-run favorite with an over/under of 9.5 runs.

First pitch is scheduled for Monday afternoon under cloudy skies with a temperature near 60 degrees at the historic ballpark.

The series continues Tuesday and Wednesday before both clubs embark on different paths. The Angels head home to face Seattle next, while the Cubs hit the road for a series in Cleveland.