The Chicago Cubs host the San Francisco Giants in a regular season MLB game. The Cubs are 1st in the NL Central, with a higher team batting average (.261) and more home runs (55) than the Giants (.236 AVG, 39 HR), but a higher ERA (3.97 vs. 3.46). The Giants are 3rd in the NL West. Probable starters are Ben Brown (3-2, 4.88 ERA) for the Cubs and Robbie Ray (4-0, 3.05 ERA) for the Giants.
Key Factors to Consider
The Cubs are leading their division with a potent offense (55 HR, .261 AVG, 4.9 R/game), while the Giants are near the top in pitching (3.46 ERA) but lag offensively (39 HR, .236 AVG, 6.0 R/game). The Cubs have a slight edge in team power and batting, but the Giants' pitching could neutralize this.
No recent head-to-head history provided, but the Giants' stronger starting pitcher and lower ERA could give them an edge.
No major injury updates provided for either team.
Game is played at Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL. Weather: 54°F, light wind (1 mph E). Conditions are mild and favorable for baseball.
Both teams are in decent standings, but the Cubs lead their division and may be motivated to maintain their position, while the Giants aim to climb in the NL West.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Chicago Cubs: -142, San Francisco Giants: 120
San Francisco Giants
★★★☆☆ 58%
Spread
Chicago Cubs: -1.5 (+152), San Francisco Giants: +1.5 (-184)
San Francisco Giants +1.5
★★★★☆ 75%
Over/under
Over: 7 (-115), Under: 7 (-105)
Under 7
★★★☆☆ 55%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
San Francisco Giants 19%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 7 7%
🔥 Best Value Pick: San Francisco Giants at 19% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 15.7% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
The Giants (Ray 4-0, 3.05 ERA) have the edge in starting pitching over the Cubs (Brown 3-2, 4.88 ERA). Though the Cubs have a better offense, the Giants' superior ERA and strong starter make them a slight favorite to win, especially at plus-money odds. Expect a close game, likely decided by 1-2 runs.
Predicted Score: San Francisco Giants 4, Chicago Cubs 3
The Chicago Cubs (21-13) aim to secure a series sweep against the Milwaukee Brewers (16-18) after dominant performances in the first two games (10-0, 6-2 wins). Shota Imanaga (3-1, 2.77 ERA) starts for the Cubs, while Freddy Peralta's ERA data remains unclear. The Cubs lead MLB in runs per game (6.12) but rank 15th in ERA (3.86), while the Brewers' offense struggles against Chicago's pitching.
Key Factors to Consider
Cubs' offense (1st in MLB in runs/game) contrasts with Brewers' inconsistent production. Cubs' bullpen has limited Brewers to 2 runs in 18 innings this series.
Cubs won the first two games of the series by a combined score of 16-2, extending their recent dominance over Milwaukee.
No specific injury updates provided in available data.
56°F game temperature with 14 mph winds – neutral conditions for scoring. Low-pressure situation for Cubs (series already secured) vs Brewers' desperation to avoid sweep.
Brewers face home sweep humiliation, potentially heightening urgency. Cubs seek to maintain NL Central lead and momentum.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
CHC -108 / MIL -108
Cubs Moneyline
★★★☆☆ 62%
Spread
CHC -1.5 (+142) / MIL +1.5 (-172)
Brewers +1.5
★★★☆☆ 58%
Over/under
Over 7.5 (-118) / Under 7.5 (-104)
Under 7.5
★★★☆☆ 55%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Chicago Cubs 4%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 7.5 4%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Chicago Cubs at 4% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 4.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Cubs moneyline (-108) and Under 7.5 (-104) present strongest value. Brewers' lineup shows systemic weaknesses against Cubs pitching, while Chicago's offense faces Freddy Peralta's unknown current form.
Predicted Score: Chicago Cubs 4-3 Milwaukee Brewers
The Pittsburgh Pirates host the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park. Given the recent performances and head-to-head statistics, this game promises to be competitive. The Cubs are coming off a significant win against the Pirates earlier in the series. Current weather and injuries may play a role in team strategies.
Key Factors to Consider
The Cubs have shown strong form in recent games, while the Pirates have struggled against top-tier opponents.
Historically, head-to-head matches between these teams have been closely contested, with the Cubs edging out slightly in recent series.
No significant injury reports from both teams at this stage.
Weather conditions at PNC Park could impact gameplay, and home crowd support may favor the Pirates.
Both teams are motivated to win, but the Cubs might be more confident after their previous victories.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Pirates: -146, Cubs: 124
Pirates win
★★★☆☆ 58%
Spread
Cubs: 1.5 -178, Pirates: -1.5 146
Cubs cover
★★★☆☆ 52%
Over/under
Over: 7.5 -110, Under: 7.5 -110
Under
★★★☆☆ 55%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Pittsburgh Pirates 30%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 7.5 5%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates at 30% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 24.1% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Pittsburgh Pirates are favored to win, given their home advantage and competitive spirit.
The Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia Phillies face off in what promises to be an intense MLB matchup. Both teams have rich histories and varying performance trends, especially in their head-to-head encounters.
Key Factors to Consider
The Cubs have shown inconsistency in recent games, while the Phillies have been performing well, winning their last five head-to-head matches against the Cubs in a span of recent games. However, historically, the Cubs have a slight edge over the Phillies.
The Cubs have a historical record of 1217-1121 over the Phillies but recently have struggled, losing five out of six games in the 2023 season. The Cubs have also lost their last five consecutive games against the Phillies.
As of the latest update, specific injury reports for both teams are not explicitly mentioned, but such factors can impact team performance significantly.
Weather conditions and crowd support can influence the game's dynamics, especially in a home game for the Cubs at Wrigley Field.
Both teams have high motivation to win, given the competitive nature of the MLB season, but the Phillies seem to have a stronger current momentum.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Chicago Cubs: -110, Philadelphia Phillies: -106
Philadelphia Phillies
★★★☆☆ 62%
Spread
Chicago Cubs: +1.5 -178, Philadelphia Phillies: -1.5 146
Philadelphia Phillies -1.5
★★★☆☆ 58%
Over/under
Over: 8 -105, Under: 8 -115
Over 8
★★★☆☆ 55%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Philadelphia Phillies 1%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 8 2%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 8 at 2% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 1.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Based on recent performance and head-to-head trends, the Philadelphia Phillies are favored to win this matchup.
Predicted Score: Philadelphia Phillies 6, Chicago Cubs 4
The Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers face off with close historical parity in recent matchups. The Cubs have won 4 of their last 5 meetings (as per one source; another shows 3-2 in a different period), while the Dodgers maintain a long-term H2H advantage (105-71 all-time). Both teams average ~4 runs per game historically, suggesting a moderate-scoring contest.
Key Factors to Consider
Recent form favors the Cubs in direct matchups, though overall run production remains similar (Cubs: ~3.8-6.8 PPG recently; Dodgers: ~4.2-5.0 PPG).
Dodgers lead all-time 105-71 since 1993[1][5], but Cubs dominate recent matchups 4-1 in one source's last 5[1]
No injury data provided
Venue and weather unspecified in available data
Close Vegas lines (-108 moneyline each) indicate perceived equality
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Cubs -108 / Dodgers -108
Split decision – slight lean to Cubs
★★★☆☆ 55%
Spread
Cubs +1.5 (-182) / Dodgers -1.5 (+150)
Cubs +1.5 likely to cover
★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under
Over 9 (-112) / Under 9 (-108)
Leans Under given historical 4-run PPG averages[1][5] but recent higher-scoring trends create uncertainty
★★★☆☆ 50%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Chicago Cubs 0%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 9 0%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Chicago Cubs at 0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Coin-flip game with slight edge to Cubs due to recent H2H success, but Dodgers' superior overall roster likely balances this out