Cubs vs Nationals Prediction and MLB Tips - 20 September 2024
Last updated: Sep 19, 2024, 11:39PM | Published: Sep 18, 2024, 7:35PM
The Chicago Cubs will take on the Washington Nationals in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Friday, beginning at 9:40am AEST.
Javier Assad (7-5, 3.27 ERA) will start on the mound for the Cubs, while the Nationals are going with Patrick Corbin (6-13, 5.46 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Cubs vs Nationals game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Cubs vs Washington MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Cubs a 61% chance of defeating the Nationals at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs Nationals: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Friday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are listed below:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.53, Nationals $2.45
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($2.14), Nationals +1.5 ($1.71)
- 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, the bookmakers currently have the Cubs at $1.53 and the Nationals at $2.45.
The Cubs are 1.5-run favourites against the Nationals, with odds of $2.14 available at TAB.
For the underdog Nationals (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.71.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Nationals (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 56% of the time, while the 8.5-run over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Cubs vs Nationals: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Washington at $2.45 with TAB
- Line: Nationals +1.5 at $1.71 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Cubs vs Nationals betting tips are based on market-leading simulations and betting experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Cubs have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Nationals to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges published on Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Cubs vs Nationals: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Cubs vs Washington game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Cubs vs Washington match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for betting tips for every MLB game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Cubs vs Nationals: Essential Details
The match-up between the Cubs and Nationals at Wrigley Field is scheduled to begin at 9:40am AEST on Friday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Washington Nationals
- Date: Friday 20 September 2024
- Time: 9:40am AEST
- Venue: Wrigley Field
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Cubs vs Washington predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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