Cubs vs Tigers Prediction and MLB Tips - 22 July 2026
Last updated: Jul 22, 2026, 12:08AM | Published: Jul 20, 2026, 7:57PM
The Chicago Cubs will take on the Detroit Tigers in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, commencing at 10:05am AEST.
The Cubs will have David Peterson (4-7, 6.45 ERA) start, up against Framber Valdez (5-6, 4.10 ERA) for the Tigers.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Cubs vs Tigers game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Cubs vs Detroit MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Cubs a 53% chance of defeating the Tigers at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs Tigers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's MLB game at Wrigley Field are listed here:
- Head to Head: Cubs $1.83, Tigers $2.00
- Line: Cubs -1.5 ($2.70), Tigers +1.5 ($1.49)
- 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 $1.83 and the Tigers at $2.00.
The Cubs are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Tigers, with odds of $2.70 available at TAB.
For the underdog Tigers (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.49.
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 Tigers (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 63% of the time, while the 7.5-run over/under is expected to go over 55% of the time.
Cubs vs Tigers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Cubs at $1.83 with TAB
- Line: Cubs -1.5 at $2.70 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 7.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Cubs vs Tigers predictions are based on world-class simulations and gambling expertise to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
Although the Tigers are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Cubs -1.5 is based on the likelihood of that happening, as projected by our predictive analytics model, and the best odds available.
Cubs vs Tigers: Prediction
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Cubs vs Tigers: Essential Details
The game between the Cubs and Tigers at Wrigley Field is scheduled to start at 10:05am AEST on Wednesday.
- Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Detroit Tigers
- Date: Wednesday 22 July 2026
- Time: 10:05am AEST
- Venue: Wrigley Field
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Cubs vs Detroit predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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