Cubs vs Cardinals Prediction and MLB Tips - 16 August 2026
Last updated: Aug 15, 2026, 6:21PM | Published: Aug 14, 2026, 6:38PM
The Chicago Cubs will take on the St. Louis Cardinals in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Sunday, beginning at 4:20am AEST.
Matthew Boyd (8-1, 3.50 ERA) will start on the mound for the Cubs, while the Cardinals will counter with Michael McGreevy (4-9, 3.64 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Cubs vs Cardinals game, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's Cubs vs St. Louis MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Cubs a 63% chance of defeating the Cardinals at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs Cardinals: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Sunday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are shown here:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.55, Cardinals $2.68
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($2.00), Cardinals +1.5 ($1.83)
- Total (Over/Under 9 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 $1.55 and the Cardinals at $2.68.
The Cubs are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Cardinals, with odds of $2.00 available at TAB.
For the underdog Cardinals (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.83.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 9 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 Cardinals (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 9-run over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Cubs vs Cardinals: Best Bets
- Head to Head: St. Louis at $2.68 with TAB
- Line: Cardinals +1.5 at $1.83 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 9 at $1.91 with TAB
Today's Cubs vs Cardinals predictions are based on market-leading simulations and wagering expertise to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Cubs have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Cardinals to win is our preferred option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a punter.
Cubs vs Cardinals: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Cubs vs St. Louis game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Cubs vs St. Louis game.
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Cubs vs Cardinals: Essential Details
The game between the Cubs and Cardinals at Wrigley Field is scheduled to start at 4:20am AEST on Sunday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs St. Louis Cardinals
- Date: Sunday 16 August 2026
- Time: 4:20am 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 St. Louis 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 cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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