Pirates vs Cubs Prediction and MLB Tips - 30 April 2025
Last updated: Apr 29, 2025, 9:55PM | Published: Apr 29, 2025, 1:33PM
The Pittsburgh Pirates will take on the Chicago Cubs in MLB action at PNC Park on Wednesday, beginning at 8:40am AEST.
The Pirates will send Andrew Heaney (2-1, 1.72 ERA) to the mound, while the Cubs will counter with Shota Imanaga (2-1, 3.18 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pirates vs Cubs game, plus the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Pittsburgh vs Cubs MLB game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Cubs a 57% chance of defeating the Pirates at PNC Park.
Pirates vs Cubs: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's MLB game at PNC Park are shown below:
- Head to Head: Pirates $2.30, Cubs $1.65
- Line: Pirates +1.5 ($1.80), Cubs -1.5 ($2.04)
- 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, the bookmakers currently have the Pirates at $2.30 and the Cubs at $1.65.
The Pirates are listed as 1.5-run underdogs against the Cubs, with odds of $1.80 available at TAB.
For the favourite Cubs (-1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $2.04.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8.5 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 Pirates (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 56% of the time, while the 8.5-run over/under is expected to stay under 55% of the time.
Pirates vs Cubs: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Pittsburgh at $2.30 with TAB
- Line: Pirates +1.5 at $1.80 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Our Pirates vs Cubs best bets are based on world-class modelling and betting experience to provide you with the best possible advice 24/7.
While the Cubs have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pirates to win is our recommended option due to the 1.6% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Pirates vs Cubs: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Pittsburgh vs Cubs game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the Pittsburgh vs Cubs game.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets to get the best tips on 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 commence at 8:40am AEST on Wednesday.
- Teams: Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs
- Date: Wednesday 30 April 2025
- Time: 8:40am AEST
- Venue: PNC Park
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Pittsburgh vs Cubs predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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