Cubs vs Pirates Prediction and MLB Tips - 20 May 2024
Last updated: May 19, 2024, 5:57PM | Published: May 18, 2024, 6:35PM
The Chicago Cubs will face the Pittsburgh Pirates in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Monday, beginning at 4:20am AEST.
Jameson Taillon (3-1, 1.61 ERA) will start for the Cubs, up against Mitch Keller (4-3, 3.93 ERA) for the Pirates.
Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Cubs vs Pirates game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia, are featured below.
Who Will Win: Cubs vs Pirates
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Monday's CHI Cubs-Pittsburgh MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Cubs a 52% chance of beating the Pirates at Wrigley Field.
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Cubs vs Pirates: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Monday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are shown here:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.75, Pirates $2.05
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($2.65), Pirates +1.5 ($1.47)
- 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 $1.75 and the Pirates at $2.05.
The Cubs are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Pirates, with odds of $2.65 currently available at TAB.
For the underdog Pirates (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB currently has odds of $1.47.
The Over/Under for total runs scored sits at 7.5 with TAB, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.91 and odds for the Under at $1.91.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pirates (+1.5) have a 65% chance of covering the line, while the 7.5-run Over/Under is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
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Cubs vs Pirates: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Pittsburgh at $2.05 with (1.6% edge)
- Line: Pirates +1.5 at $1.47 with TAB (65% probability)
- Total Runs: Over 7.5 at $1.91 with TAB (50% probability)
These Cubs vs Pirates betting tips are based on complex modelling and gambling intelligence to provide you with the best possible advice every day of the year.
While the Cubs have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pirates to win is our recommended option due to the 1.6% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term success as a punter.
Cubs vs Pirates: Prediction
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Remember, our model updates frequently, so bookmark this article for the latest betting analysis before the CHI Cubs vs Pittsburgh match-up at Wrigley Field.
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Cubs vs Pirates: Preview
The match-up between the Cubs and Pirates at Wrigley Field is scheduled to commence at 4:20am AEST on Monday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates
- Date: Monday 20 May 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 stated.
Our CHI Cubs vs Pittsburgh predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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