Last Updated on August 27, 2023 12:04 pm by Brad Burns
Cubs vs. Pirates Prediction
Chicago starts Javier Assad against Bailey Falter tonight. Cubs look to continue their surge towards the top of the division. A Pirates win gives them a four and three record in their last seven division games.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
953 Chicago Cubs (-135) at 954 Pittsburgh Pirates (+114); o/u 9.5
1:35 p.m. ET, Sunday, August 27, 2023
PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA
Cubs vs. Pirates Public Betting Information
As of this writing, our MLB Public Betting Page shows that 63% of bets are on the Cubs’ moneyline. That said, this page is updated frequently so make sure that you click on the link provided so that you’re getting the most updated information.
Chicago Cubs DFS SPIN
Cody Bellinger leads or tied for the lead in all major batting categories for the Cubs. His presence has spearheaded the recent playoff push. In the last fifteen days he has a .240 batting average, twelve hits, and twelve RBI’s.
Pittsburgh Pirates DFS SPIN
Bryan Reynolds has a team leading eighteen home runs this year. Review of his splits reveals a higher average, OBP, and total hits when playing away games.
Cubs vs. Pirates MLB Betting Trends
Pirates are 4-1 in their last 5 games against the spread
The totals have gone over in 3 of Pirates’ last 5 games
Cubs are 29-34 in their road games against the spread
Cubs are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the spread
Cubs vs. Pirates MLB BETTING PREDICTION
Friday the 25th was the Cubs first loss to the Pirates in nine games this season. Cubs have more important baseball coming down the stretch. Tonight they also have the stronger starting pitcher. Without much resistance this year Cubs moneyline is a strong bet.
MLB BETTING PREDICTION: CHICAGO CUBS -135