Cubs vs Marlins Prediction and MLB Tips - 24 September 2026
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026, 8:33PM | Published: Sep 22, 2026, 7:28PM
The Chicago Cubs will take on the Miami Marlins in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Thursday, starting at 9:40am AEST.
The Cubs will have Kevin Gausman (9-12, 4.55 ERA) start, while the Marlins will counter with Ryan Gusto (1-5, 4.14 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Cubs vs Marlins game, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Cubs vs Miami MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Cubs a 64% chance of defeating the Marlins at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs Marlins: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are shown here:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.56, Marlins $2.50
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($2.29), Marlins +1.5 ($1.65)
- Total (Over/Under 6.5 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 $1.56 and the Marlins at $2.50.
The Cubs are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Marlins, with odds of $2.29 available at TAB.
For the underdog Marlins (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.65.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 6.5 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 Marlins (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 6.5-run over/under is expected to go over 62% of the time.
Cubs vs Marlins: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Cubs at $1.56 with TAB
- Line: Cubs -1.5 at $2.29 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 6.5 at $1.91 with TAB
These Cubs vs Marlins predictions are based on complex simulations and betting experience to give you the best possible advice every day of the year.
Although the Marlins are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Cubs -1.5 is based on the probability of that happening, as suggested by our predictive analytics model, and the top odds available.
Cubs vs Marlins: Prediction
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Cubs vs Marlins: Essential Details
The game between the Cubs and Marlins at Wrigley Field is scheduled to commence at 9:40am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Miami Marlins
- Date: Thursday 24 September 2026
- Time: 9:40am AEST
- Venue: Wrigley Field
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Cubs vs Miami 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 the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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