Reds vs Cubs Prediction and MLB Tips - 13 July 2026
Last updated: Jul 12, 2026, 5:40PM | Published: Jul 11, 2026, 7:50PM
The Cincinnati Reds will take on the Chicago Cubs in MLB action at Great American Ball Park on Monday, starting at 3:40am AEST.
Andrew Abbott (5-5, 3.92 ERA) will get the ball for the Reds, up against Matthew Boyd (4-1, 4.31 ERA) for the Cubs.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Reds vs Cubs game, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Monday's Cincinnati vs Cubs MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Cubs a 54% chance of beating the Reds at Great American Ball Park.
Reds vs Cubs: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Monday's MLB game at Great American Ball Park are shown below:
- Head to Head: Reds $2.10, Cubs $1.77
- Line: Reds +1.5 ($1.67), Cubs -1.5 ($2.25)
- 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 Reds at $2.10 and the Cubs at $1.77.
The Reds are listed as 1.5-run underdogs against the Cubs, with odds of $1.67 available at TAB.
For the favourite Cubs (-1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $2.25.
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 analytics model, the Reds (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 58% of the time, while the 9-run over/under is expected to go over 56% of the time.
Reds vs Cubs: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Cincinnati at $2.10 with TAB
- Line: Reds +1.5 at $1.67 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 9 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Reds vs Cubs best bets are based on world-class modelling and betting intelligence to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Cubs have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Reds to win is our recommended option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is one of the keys to being profitable in the long run.
Reds vs Cubs: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Cincinnati vs Cubs game on Monday, including data-driven predictions and free tips.
Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this page for the latest betting predictions before the Cincinnati vs Cubs match-up.
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Reds vs Cubs: Essential Details
The game between the Reds and Cubs at Great American Ball Park is scheduled to begin at 3:40am AEST on Monday.
- Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs
- Date: Monday 13 July 2026
- Time: 3:40am AEST
- Venue: Great American Ball Park
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Cincinnati vs 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 the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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