Guardians vs Cubs Prediction and MLB Tips - 15 August 2024
Last updated: Aug 14, 2024, 10:41PM | Published: Aug 14, 2024, 6:31AM
The Cleveland Guardians will sqaure off with the Chicago Cubs in MLB action at Progressive Field on Thursday, beginning at 8:40am AEST.
The Guardians will have Alex Cobb (0-1, 7.71 ERA) start, while the Cubs are going with Jameson Taillon (8-6, 3.50 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Guardians vs Cubs game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Cleveland vs Cubs MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Guardians a 58% chance of defeating the Cubs at Progressive Field.
Guardians vs Cubs: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at Progressive Field are shown here:
- Head to Head: Guardians $1.73, Cubs $2.10
- Line: Guardians -1.5 ($2.50), Cubs +1.5 ($1.53)
- 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 Guardians at $1.73 and the Cubs at $2.10.
The Guardians are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Cubs, with odds of $2.50 available at TAB.
For the underdog Cubs (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.53.
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 analytics model, the Cubs (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 60% of the time, while the 8.5-run over/under is expected to stay under 52% of the time.
Guardians vs Cubs: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Cleveland at $1.73 with TAB (58% probability)
- Line: Guardians -1.5 at $2.50 with TAB (2.4% edge)
- Total Runs: Over 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB
These Guardians vs Cubs betting tips are based on complex modelling and wagering intelligence to bring you the best possible advice 24/7.
Although the Cubs are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Guardians -1.5 is based on the probability of that happening, as suggested by our predictive analytics model, and the best odds available.
Furthermore, despite the Under being more likely to hit in this game, Over 8.5 is our best bet due to the better odds ($1.91) that are available from TAB.
Guardians vs Cubs: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Cleveland vs Cubs game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so refresh this article for the latest betting tips before the Cleveland vs Cubs game.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips on every MLB game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Guardians vs Cubs: Essential Details
The match-up between the Guardians and Cubs at Progressive Field is scheduled to begin at 8:40am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Cleveland Guardians vs Chicago Cubs
- Date: Thursday 15 August 2024
- Time: 8:40am AEST
- Venue: Progressive Field
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
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Conclusion
Our Cleveland vs Cubs predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge 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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