Pirates vs Cubs Prediction and MLB Tips - 29 August 2024
Last updated: Aug 28, 2024, 4:32PM | Published: Aug 27, 2024, 6:29PM
The Pittsburgh Pirates will sqaure off with the Chicago Cubs in MLB action at PNC Park on Thursday, starting at 2:35am AEST.
The Pirates will have Paul Skenes (8-2, 2.16 ERA) start, while the Cubs are going with Kyle Hendricks (3-10, 6.33 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pirates vs Cubs game, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Pittsburgh vs Cubs MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Pirates a 62% chance of winning against the Cubs at PNC Park.
Pirates vs Cubs: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at PNC Park are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pirates $1.57, Cubs $2.40
- Line: Pirates -1.5 ($2.20), Cubs +1.5 ($1.67)
- 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 Pirates at $1.57 and the Cubs at $2.40.
The Pirates are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Cubs, with odds of $2.20 available at TAB.
For the underdog Cubs (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.67.
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 Cubs (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 56% of the time, while the 8.5-run over/under is expected to stay under 56% of the time.
Pirates vs Cubs: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Pittsburgh at $1.57 with TAB
- Line: Pirates -1.5 at $2.20 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Today's Pirates vs Cubs predictions are based on complex simulations and wagering expertise to give you the best possible advice every day of the year.
Even though the Cubs are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Pirates -1.5 is based on the likelihood of that happening, as projected by our predictive analytics model, and the best odds available.
Pirates vs Cubs: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Pittsburgh vs Cubs game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and computer tips.
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the Pittsburgh vs Cubs game.
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Pirates vs Cubs: Essential Details
The game between the Pirates and Cubs at PNC Park is scheduled to begin at 2:35am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs
- Date: Thursday 29 August 2024
- Time: 2:35am AEST
- Venue: PNC Park
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Pittsburgh vs Cubs predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully 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, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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