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It seems we haven't had to report much of late on possible delays and suspensions of MLB games but this changes on Friday as severe thunderstorms are in the forecast for Chicago that are almost certain to impact the Giants-Cubs afternoon game. Depending on how quickly these storms exit the area, we could see this game potentially suspended or postponed. An extended delay was looking more likely however. Always check with your sportsbook to understand their policy on suspended or postponed games and how this policy applies to specific bet types as they do vary.
What Happens to My Bet if Game is Suspended or Postponed?
If the game is postponed before it begins and is not played within 48 hours of the original start time, all bets are voided, and your stake is refunded at most online sportsbooks.
If the game starts but is suspended and not completed within 48 hours, bets are voided unless the outcome of a specific market has already been determined at most online sportsbooks.
Impacts on Types of Bets
- Single Bets: These are voided if the game isn't completed within the 48-hour window, and your stake is returned.
- Parlay Bets: If one leg of your parlay is voided due to a postponed game, that leg is removed, and the parlay continues with the remaining selections. The odds and potential payout are adjusted accordingly.
- Player Props: These require all listed players to be active. If a player doesn't participate, the bet is voided.
Totals
If the game goes at least 9 innings (or 8.5 if the home team is winning), the total bet is counted and will be graded accordingly based on the score at the time of suspension.
Should the game be called off prior to 8.5 innings (or 9 full innings if the visiting team is ahead), the total bet is voided at most books. It will therefore be marked as "no action" and refunded in most cases.
In the event of a game suspension that resumes the next day (or within 24 hours), the game is deemed as "unofficial" as it applies to totals bets. Therefore, they are voided. However, some books do treat suspensions when resumed the next day differently in regard to totals so it is important to check individual sportsbook rules.
Giants vs. Cubs Betting Preview
Chicago; Friday, 2:20 p.m. EDT
PITCHING PROBABLES: Giants: Robbie Ray (3-6, 4.45 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, 59 strikeouts); Cubs: Edward Cabrera (0-0)
LINE: Cubs -165, Giants +139; over/under is 11 runs
BOTTOM LINE: The San Francisco Giants play the Chicago Cubs after Jung Hoo Lee had four hits on Thursday in a 12-9 win over the Brewers.
Chicago has a 33-30 record overall and a 19-13 record in home games. The Cubs are 27-6 in games when they scored five or more runs.
San Francisco has gone 13-22 in road games and 25-38 overall. The Giants are 11-4 in games when they hit two or more home runs.
Friday's game is the first time these teams square off this season.
TOP PERFORMERS: Michael Busch has 12 doubles, two triples, six home runs and 36 RBI for the Cubs. Ian Happ is 14 for 42 with six doubles and four home runs over the past 10 games.
Luis Arraez has a .325 batting average to lead the Giants, and has 12 doubles, four triples and two home runs. Lee is 19 for 29 with four RBI over the past 10 games.
Odds to Win the 2026 World Series (as of June 5)
All odds courtesy of BetOnline here
Los Angeles Dodgers
+175
New York Yankees
+550
Atlanta Braves
+1000
Seattle Mariners
+1100
Milwaukee Brewers
+1800
Tampa Bay Rays
+1800
Philadelphia Phillies
+2000
Chicago Cubs
+2200
Texas Rangers
+2200
Cleveland Guardians
+2500
Toronto Blue Jays
+2500
San Diego Padres
+3500
Pittsburgh Pirates
+4000
Baltimore Orioles
+4500
New York Mets
+5000
Boston Red Sox
+6000
Detroit Tigers
+6000
Houston Astros
+6500
Arizona Diamondbacks
+7500
Cincinnati Reds
+8000
Athletics
+8000
Chicago White Sox
+8000
St. Louis Cardinals
+12500
Kansas City Royals
+12500
Minnesota Twins
+12500
Washington Nationals
+40000
Miami Marlins
+50000
Colorado Rockies
+50000
San Francisco Giants
+50000
Los Angeles Angels
+50000
May 20 World Series Odds
Los Angeles Dodgers
+195
New York Yankees
+500
Atlanta Braves
+1000
Seattle Mariners
+1400
Chicago Cubs
+1600
Philadelphia Phillies
+2000
Tampa Bay Rays
+2000
Texas Rangers
+2000
San Diego Padres
+2700
Milwaukee Brewers
+2700
Toronto Blue Jays
+2700
Cleveland Guardians
+3000
Detroit Tigers
+3000
New York Mets
+3300
Baltimore Orioles
+4500
Boston Red Sox
+4500
Pittsburgh Pirates
+5500
Athletics
+5500
Kansas City Royals
+7000
Houston Astros
+7500
Cincinnati Reds
+8000
Chicago White Sox
+8000
Arizona Diamondbacks
+10000
Minnesota Twins
+10000
St. Louis Cardinals
+15000
San Francisco Giants
+15000
Miami Marlins
+30000
Washington Nationals
+40000
Los Angeles Angels
+40000
Colorado Rockies
+50000
- Don Shapiro, Gambling911.com
