Cubs vs Braves Prediction and MLB Tips - 16 September 2026
Last updated: Sep 15, 2026, 1:09PM | Published: Sep 14, 2026, 7:28PM
The Chicago Cubs will face the Atlanta Braves in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, beginning at 9:40am AEST.
Kevin Gausman (9-12, 4.60 ERA) will start on the mound for the Cubs, while the Braves are going with Martín Pérez (8-9, 3.08 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Cubs vs Braves 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 Wednesday's Cubs vs Atlanta MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Cubs a 57% chance of defeating the Braves at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs Braves: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are listed here:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.74, Braves $2.15
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($2.54), Braves +1.5 ($1.54)
- 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 Cubs at $1.74 and the Braves at $2.15.
The Cubs are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Braves, with odds of $2.54 available at TAB.
For the underdog Braves (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.54.
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 Braves (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 60% of the time, while the 8.5-run over/under is expected to go over 56% of the time.
Cubs vs Braves: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Cubs at $1.74 with TAB
- Line: Cubs -1.5 at $2.54 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Today's Cubs vs Braves betting tips are based on market-leading modelling and wagering intelligence to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Although the Braves are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Cubs -1.5 is based on the chance of that happening, as suggested by our predictive analytics model, and the top odds available.
Cubs vs Braves: Prediction
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Cubs vs Braves: Essential Details
The game between the Cubs and Braves at Wrigley Field is scheduled to start at 9:40am AEST on Wednesday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Atlanta Braves
- Date: Wednesday 16 September 2026
- Time: 9:40am AEST
- Venue: Wrigley Field
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Cubs vs Atlanta predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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