Cubs vs Rockies Prediction and MLB Tips - 29 May 2025
Last updated: May 29, 2025, 12:05AM | Published: May 27, 2025, 7:48PM
The Chicago Cubs will face the Colorado Rockies in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Thursday, commencing at 10:05am AEST.
Matthew Boyd (4-2, 3.42 ERA) will start on the mound for the Cubs, while the Rockies are going with Tanner Gordon (1-1, 4.38 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Cubs vs Rockies game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Cubs vs Colorado MLB game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Cubs a 73% chance of defeating the Rockies at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs Rockies: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are shown here:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.27, Rockies $3.90
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($1.67), Rockies +1.5 ($2.25)
- 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 $1.27 and the Rockies at $3.90.
The Cubs are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Rockies, with odds of $1.67 available at TAB.
For the underdog Rockies (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $2.25.
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 Cubs (-1.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 7.5-run over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Cubs vs Rockies: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Colorado at $3.90 with TAB
- Line: Rockies +1.5 at $2.25 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 7.5 at $1.91 with TAB
If you see a 🔥, that means you've found one of Stats Insider's best bets of the day across all sports.
Today's Cubs vs Rockies best bets are based on detailed modelling and wagering intelligence to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
And while the Cubs have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Rockies to win is our preferred option because of the 2.3% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.
Even though the Cubs are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Rockies +1.5 is based on the probability of that happening, as projected by our predictive analytics model, and the top odds available.
Cubs vs Rockies: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Cubs vs Colorado game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and live scorestips.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting analysis before the Cubs vs Colorado match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets to get the best tips for every MLB game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Cubs vs Rockies: Essential Details
The game between the Cubs and Rockies at Wrigley Field is scheduled to start at 10:05am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Colorado Rockies
- Date: Thursday 29 May 2025
- Time: 10:05am 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 Colorado predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled 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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