Pirates vs Cubs Prediction and MLB Tips - 27 July 2026
Last updated: Jul 26, 2026, 5:32PM | Published: Jul 25, 2026, 5:45PM
The Pittsburgh Pirates will take on the Chicago Cubs in MLB action at PNC Park on Monday, starting at 3:35am AEST.
The Pirates will send Braxton Ashcraft (9-4, 3.95 ERA) to the mound, pitting him against Jameson Taillon (2-5, 5.38 ERA) for the Cubs.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Pirates vs Cubs game, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Monday's Pittsburgh vs Cubs MLB game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Pirates a 54% chance of winning against the Cubs at PNC Park.
Pirates vs Cubs: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Monday's MLB game at PNC Park are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pirates $1.77, Cubs $2.10
- Line: Pirates -1.5 ($2.54), Cubs +1.5 ($1.54)
- 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 Pirates at $1.77 and the Cubs at $2.10.
The Pirates are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Cubs, with odds of $2.54 available at TAB.
For the underdog Cubs (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.54.
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 model, the Cubs (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 63% of the time, while the 9-run over/under is expected to go over 54% of the time.
Pirates vs Cubs: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Cubs at $2.10 with TAB
- Line: Cubs +1.5 at $1.54 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 9 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Pirates vs Cubs best bets are based on complex simulations and betting expertise to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Pirates have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Cubs to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is one of the keys to being profitable in the long run.
Pirates vs Cubs: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Pittsburgh vs Cubs game on Monday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting tips before the Pittsburgh vs Cubs game.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for the best tips for every MLB game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pirates vs Cubs: Essential Details
The game between the Pirates and Cubs at PNC Park is scheduled to begin at 3:35am AEST on Monday.
- Teams: Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs
- Date: Monday 27 July 2026
- Time: 3:35am AEST
- Venue: PNC Park
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Pittsburgh vs Cubs predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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