Cubs vs Reds Prediction and MLB Tips - 31 May 2025
Last updated: May 30, 2025, 6:21PM | Published: May 29, 2025, 6:28PM
The Chicago Cubs will face the Cincinnati Reds in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Saturday, starting at 4:20am AEST.
The Cubs will have Colin Rea (3-1, 3.28 ERA) start, while the Reds are going with Andrew Abbott (4-0, 1.77 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Cubs vs Reds game, plus the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Cubs vs Cincinnati MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Cubs a 59% chance of winning against the Reds at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs Reds: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are listed here:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.61, Reds $2.40
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($2.25), Reds +1.5 ($1.67)
- 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 $1.61 and the Reds at $2.40.
The Cubs are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Reds, with odds of $2.25 available at TAB.
For the underdog Reds (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.67.
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 Reds (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 60% of the time, while the 9-run over/under is expected to stay under 55% of the time.
Cubs vs Reds: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Cincinnati at $2.40 with TAB
- Line: Reds +1.5 at $1.67 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 9 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Cubs vs Reds predictions are based on world-class modelling and gambling experience to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Cubs have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Reds to win is our recommended option because of the 1.1% edge identified when comparing our data-led 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 bettor in the long run.
Cubs vs Reds: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Cubs vs Cincinnati game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this page for the latest betting predictions before the Cubs vs Cincinnati game.
As always, see our Best Bets to get betting tips for every MLB game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Cubs vs Reds: Essential Details
The game between the Cubs and Reds at Wrigley Field is scheduled to commence at 4:20am AEST on Saturday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Cincinnati Reds
- Date: Saturday 31 May 2025
- Time: 4:20am AEST
- Venue: Wrigley Field
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Cubs vs Cincinnati predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge 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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