Cubs vs Red Sox Prediction and MLB Tips - 19 July 2025
Last updated: Jul 18, 2025, 6:21PM | Published: Jul 16, 2025, 2:29AM
The Chicago Cubs will face the Boston Red Sox in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Saturday, commencing at 4:20am AEST.
Colin Rea (7-3, 3.91 ERA) will start for the Cubs, while the Red Sox are going with Lucas Giolito (6-1, 3.36 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Cubs vs Red Sox game, plus the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Cubs vs Boston MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Cubs a 55% chance of winning against the Red Sox at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs Red Sox: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Saturday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are shown below:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.71, Red Sox $2.20
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($2.54), Red Sox +1.5 ($1.54)
- 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, the bookmakers currently have the Cubs at $1.71 and the Red Sox at $2.20.
The Cubs are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Red Sox, with odds of $2.54 available at TAB.
For the underdog Red Sox (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.54.
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 model, the Red Sox (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 64% of the time, while the 7.5-run over/under is expected to go over 52% of the time.
Cubs vs Red Sox: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Boston at $2.20 with TAB
- Line: Red Sox +1.5 at $1.54 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 7.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Our Cubs vs Red Sox best bets are based on world-class simulations and gambling expertise to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Cubs have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Red Sox to win is our recommended option because of the 1.4% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.
Cubs vs Red Sox: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Cubs vs Boston game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Cubs vs Boston game.
As always, see our Best Bets to get the best tips on every MLB game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Cubs vs Red Sox: Essential Details
The match-up between the Cubs and Red Sox at Wrigley Field is scheduled to begin at 4:20am AEST on Saturday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Boston Red Sox
- Date: Saturday 19 July 2025
- 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.
Conclusion
Our Cubs vs Boston predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully 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, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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