Diamondbacks vs Cubs Prediction and MLB Tips - 18 April 2024
Last updated: Apr 17, 2024, 7:34PM | Published: Apr 16, 2024, 6:36PM
The Arizona Diamondbacks will face the Chicago Cubs in MLB action at Chase Field on Thursday, beginning at 5:40am AEST.
Brandon Pfaadt (1-0, 6.48 ERA) will start on the mound for the Diamondbacks, pitting him against Jordan Wicks (0-2, 5.68 ERA) for the Cubs.
Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Diamondbacks vs Cubs game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Diamondbacks vs Cubs
Using state-of-the-art computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Arizona-CHI Cubs MLB game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Diamondbacks a 53% chance of beating the Cubs at Chase Field.
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Diamondbacks vs Cubs: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at Chase Field are shown here:
- Head to Head: Diamondbacks $1.75, Cubs $2.05
- Line: Diamondbacks -1.5 ($2.54), Cubs +1.5 ($1.50)
- Total (Over/Under 8.5 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 Diamondbacks at $1.75 and the Cubs at $2.05.
The Diamondbacks are 1.5-run favourites against the Cubs, with odds of $2.54 currently on offer at TAB.
For the underdog Cubs (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB currently has odds of $1.50.
The Over/Under for total runs scored has been set at 8.5 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 Cubs (+1.5) have a 65% chance of covering the line, while the 8.5-run Over/Under has a 53% chance of going Over.
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Diamondbacks vs Cubs: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: CHI Cubs at $2.05 with (1.4% edge)
- Line: Cubs +1.5 at $1.50 with TAB (65% probability)
- Total Runs: Under 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Diamondbacks vs Cubs best bets are based on detailed modelling and gambling expertise to bring you the best possible advice every day of the year.
While the Diamondbacks have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Cubs to win is our preferred option because of the 1.4% 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 one of the keys to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.
Furthermore, despite the Over being more likely to hit in this game, Under 8.5 is our best bet because of the better odds ($1.91) that are available from TAB.
Diamondbacks vs Cubs: Prediction
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of Arizona vs CHI Cubs on Thursday, including pre-game predictions, the best betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting tips before the Arizona vs CHI Cubs match-up at Chase Field.
As always, see our Best Bets to get betting tips on every MLB game, plus a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Diamondbacks vs Cubs: Preview
The game between the Diamondbacks and Cubs at Chase Field is scheduled to commence at 5:40am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Arizona Diamondbacks vs Chicago Cubs
- Date: Thursday 18 April 2024
- Time: 5:40am AEST
- Venue: Chase Field
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) unless otherwise stated.
Our Arizona vs CHI Cubs predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all 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, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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