Cubs vs Tigers Prediction and MLB Tips - 22 August 2024
Last updated: Aug 22, 2024, 12:03AM | Published: Aug 21, 2024, 11:02PM
The Chicago Cubs will take on the Detroit Tigers in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Thursday, commencing at 10:05am AEST.
The Cubs will send Jameson Taillon (8-7, 3.62 ERA) to the mound, while the Tigers will counter with Beau Brieske (2-3, 4.43 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Cubs vs Tigers game, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Cubs vs Detroit MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Cubs a 55% chance of beating the Tigers at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs Tigers: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are listed here:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.71, Tigers $2.15
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($2.50), Tigers +1.5 ($1.53)
- Total (Over/Under 7.5 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 $1.71 and the Tigers at $2.15.
The Cubs are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Tigers, with odds of $2.50 available at TAB.
For the underdog Tigers (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.53.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 7.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Tigers (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 64% of the time, while the 7.5-run over/under is expected to go over 53% of the time.
Cubs vs Tigers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Detroit at $2.15 with TAB (0.9% edge)
- Line: Tigers +1.5 at $1.53 with TAB (64% probability)
- Total Runs: Over 7.5 at $1.91 with TAB (53% probability)
These Cubs vs Tigers best bets are based on market-leading simulations and wagering expertise 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 Tigers to win is our preferred option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.
Cubs vs Tigers: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Cubs vs Detroit game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and free tips.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting predictions before the Cubs vs Detroit match-up.
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Cubs vs Tigers: Essential Details
The game between the Cubs and Tigers at Wrigley Field is scheduled to begin at 10:05am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Detroit Tigers
- Date: Thursday 22 August 2024
- Time: 10:05am AEST
- Venue: Wrigley Field
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Cubs vs Detroit predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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