Match Analysis: Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-16
- Time: 10:41 PM UTC
- Location: PNC Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Game Overview
The Chicago Cubs visit the Pittsburgh Pirates in a late-season MLB matchup featuring two teams with contrasting recent performance and pitching matchups. Cubs hold a slimmer winning record (85-64) and have momentum on a 3-game road win streak, while Pirates (65-85) play at home with a strong starting pitching ERA advantage.
Key Factors to Consider
- Cubs are 5 games above .500 on the road, riding a 3-game winning streak. Pirates have a losing record overall but benefit from strong pitching with Paul Skenes possessing a 1.92 ERA. Cubsβ pitcher Cade Horton has a solid 2.86 ERA but lower run support.
- Recent H2H trends favor the Cubs slightly with numberFire giving them a 54.3% win probability. Historically, the Pirates have been inconsistent as favorites with just over 50% moneyline success. The Cubs have won key recent encounters and show better form in away games.
- No significant injuries reported affecting starting pitchers or major hitters for either team for this game.
- Game held outdoors at PNC Park with standard September weather expected, no major environmental concerns. Cubs have fan and momentum support confidence as underdog visitors.
- Cubs are pushing to maintain playoff positioning which increases motivation. Pirates, being below .500, likely more motivated to upset on home turf but less playoff-driven.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Cubs +106, Pirates -124 | Chicago Cubs | β β β ββ 63% |
Spread | Cubs +1.5 -210, Pirates -1.5 172 | Chicago Cubs +1.5 | β β β ββ 68% |
Over/under | Over 7 -104, Under 7 -118 | Over 7 runs | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | Chicago Cubs 30% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Over 7 18% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Chicago Cubs at 30% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 28.1% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Chicago Cubs moneyline win
Predicted Score: Pirates 3 – Cubs 5