Cubs vs Pirates Prediction and MLB Tips - 5 September 2024
Last updated: Sep 4, 2024, 11:33PM | Published: Sep 3, 2024, 7:34PM
The Chicago Cubs will face the Pittsburgh Pirates in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Thursday, commencing at 9:40am AEST.
Shota Imanaga (11-3, 3.14 ERA) will start on the mound for the Cubs, while the Pirates are going with Domingo Germán (0-0, 6.11 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Cubs vs Pirates game, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Cubs vs Pittsburgh MLB game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Cubs a 64% chance of beating the Pirates at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs Pirates: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are shown below:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.46, Pirates $2.80
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($2.00), Pirates +1.5 ($1.82)
- Total (Over/Under 8.1 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 $1.46 and the Pirates at $2.80.
The Cubs are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Pirates, with odds of $2.00 available at TAB.
For the underdog Pirates (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.82.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8.1 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pirates (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 8.1-run over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Cubs vs Pirates: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Pittsburgh at $2.80 with TAB
- Line: Pirates +1.5 at $1.82 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 8.1 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Cubs vs Pirates best bets are based on market-leading modelling and betting intelligence to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Cubs have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pirates to win is our recommended option due to the 1.4% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.
Cubs vs Pirates: Prediction
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Cubs vs Pirates: Essential Details
The game between the Cubs and Pirates at Wrigley Field is scheduled to commence at 9:40am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates
- Date: Thursday 5 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 Pittsburgh predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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