Cubs vs Diamondbacks Prediction and MLB Tips - 20 July 2024
Last updated: Jul 19, 2024, 6:21PM | Published: Jul 19, 2024, 1:30AM
The Chicago Cubs will face the Arizona Diamondbacks in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Saturday, starting at 4:20am AEST.
Justin Steele (2-3, 2.71 ERA) will start on the mound for the Cubs, up against Ryne Nelson (6-6, 4.98 ERA) for the Diamondbacks.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Cubs vs Diamondbacks game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Cubs vs Arizona MLB game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Cubs a 59% chance of defeating the Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs Diamondbacks: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Saturday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are shown here:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.67, Diamondbacks $2.20
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($2.45), Diamondbacks +1.5 ($1.53)
- Total (Over/Under 7.5 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, TAB currently has the Cubs at $1.67 and the Diamondbacks at $2.20.
The Cubs are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Diamondbacks, with odds of $2.45 available at TAB.
For the underdog Diamondbacks (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.53.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 7.5 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 Diamondbacks (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 61% of the time, while the 7.5-run over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Cubs vs Diamondbacks: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Cubs at $1.67 with TAB (59% probability)
- Line: Cubs -1.5 at $2.45 with TAB (0.9% edge)
- Total Runs: Under 7.5 at $1.91 with TAB (51% probability)
These Cubs vs Diamondbacks best bets are based on market-leading simulations and gambling expertise to provide you with the best possible advice every time.
Even though the Diamondbacks are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Cubs -1.5 is based on the probability of that happening, as projected by our predictive analytics model, and the best odds available.
Cubs vs Diamondbacks: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Cubs vs Arizona game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis before the Cubs vs Arizona game.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets to get betting tips on every MLB game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Cubs vs Diamondbacks: Essential Details
The match-up between the Cubs and Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field is scheduled to commence at 4:20am AEST on Saturday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Arizona Diamondbacks
- Date: Saturday 20 July 2024
- 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.
Our Cubs vs Arizona predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced 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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