Braves vs Cubs Prediction and MLB Tips - 16 May 2024
Last updated: May 15, 2024, 11:21PM | Published: May 15, 2024, 9:29AM
The Atlanta Braves will play the Chicago Cubs in MLB action at Truist Park on Thursday, beginning at 9:20am AEST.
The Braves will have Charlie Morton (3-0, 3.14 ERA) start, while the Cubs are going with Javier Assad (3-0, 1.70 ERA).
Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Braves vs Cubs game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia, are featured in this article.
Who Will Win: Braves vs Cubs
Using high-tech computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Atlanta-CHI Cubs MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Braves a 61% chance of defeating the Cubs at Truist Park.
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Braves vs Cubs: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at Truist Park are shown here:
- Head to Head: Braves $1.50, Cubs $2.55
- Line: Braves -1.5 ($2.04), Cubs +1.5 ($1.75)
- Total (Over/Under 8.5 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, TAB currently has the Braves at $1.50 and the Cubs at $2.55.
The Braves are 1.5-run favourites against the Cubs, with odds of $2.04 currently available at TAB.
For the underdog Cubs (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB currently has odds of $1.75.
The Over/Under for Braves vs Cubs sits at 8.5 with TAB, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.91 and odds for the Under at $1.91.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Cubs (+1.5) have a 56% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 8.5 runs has a 55% chance of going Over.
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Braves vs Cubs: Best Bets
- Head to Head: CHI Cubs at $2.55 with (1.7% edge)
- Line: Cubs +1.5 at $1.75 with TAB (56% probability)
- Total Runs: Over 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB (55% probability)
Our Braves vs Cubs best bets are based on complex simulations and wagering expertise to give you the best possible advice 24/7/365.
While the Braves have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Cubs to win is our preferred option because of the 1.7% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability.
Braves vs Cubs: Prediction
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Atlanta vs CHI Cubs on Thursday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live scores.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis before the Atlanta vs CHI Cubs match-up at Truist Park.
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Braves vs Cubs: Preview
The game between the Braves and Cubs at Truist Park is scheduled to begin at 9:20am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Atlanta Braves vs Chicago Cubs
- Date: Thursday 16 May 2024
- Time: 9:20am AEST
- Venue: Truist Park
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) unless otherwise noted.
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