Astros vs Cubs Prediction and MLB Tips - 28 June 2025
Last updated: Jun 28, 2025, 12:10AM | Published: Jun 26, 2025, 8:29PM
The Houston Astros will sqaure off with the Chicago Cubs in MLB action at Daikin Park on Saturday, starting at 10:10am AEST.
The Astros will send Brandon Walter (0-1, 3.80 ERA) to the mound, pitting him against Cade Horton (3-1, 3.73 ERA) for the Cubs.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Astros vs Cubs game, plus the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Houston vs Cubs MLB game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Astros a 53% chance of beating the Cubs at Daikin Park.
Astros vs Cubs: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's MLB game at Daikin Park are shown here:
- Head to Head: Astros $1.87, Cubs $1.95
- Line: Astros -1.5 ($2.75), Cubs +1.5 ($1.48)
- Total (Over/Under 8 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 Astros at $1.87 and the Cubs at $1.95.
The Astros are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Cubs, with odds of $2.75 available at TAB.
For the underdog Cubs (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.48.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8 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 65% of the time, while the 8-run over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Astros vs Cubs: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Houston at $1.87 with TAB
- Line: Astros -1.5 at $2.75 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 8 at $1.91 with TAB
These Astros vs Cubs betting tips are based on market-leading simulations and betting expertise to bring you the best possible advice every day of the year.
Although the Cubs are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Astros -1.5 is based on the probability of that happening, as suggested by our predictive analytics model, and the top odds available.
Astros vs Cubs: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Houston vs Cubs game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and live scorestips.
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Astros vs Cubs: Essential Details
The match-up between the Astros and Cubs at Daikin Park is scheduled to start at 10:10am AEST on Saturday.
- Teams: Houston Astros vs Chicago Cubs
- Date: Saturday 28 June 2025
- Time: 10:10am AEST
- Venue: Daikin Park
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Houston vs Cubs predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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