Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Chicago Cubs will look to complete a three-game series sweep against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday at PNC Park. The Cubs, who are currently second in the NL Central, won the first game of the series and are aiming to gain ground on division leader Milwaukee. The Pirates, who are in fourth place in the division, will have Bailey Falter on the mound. The Cubs have yet to announce their starting pitcher. The game is set to begin at 1:35 pm EST. Jameson Taillon will start for the Cubs and Mitch Keller for the Pirates. Chicago is the favorite to win according to betting odds.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Cubs -117 | Pirates +105

Spread: Cubs -1.5 (+140) | Pirates +1.5 (-163)

Total: Over/Under 8.25 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 54%.

Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs are currently in pursuit of the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central, while also looking to distance themselves from the Pittsburgh Pirates in the standings. In their recent game, the Cubs secured a 7-2 victory with Cody Bellinger hitting a first-inning home run and adding insurance with a four-run seventh inning. Bellinger, batting third as the designated hitter, has seven home runs and 19 RBIs with a .268 batting average. Team leader in home runs is Christopher Morel with eight, leading the team with 25 RBIs and a .217 batting average. Mike Tauchman holds the highest batting average at .271 and Nico Hoerner is the lead-off hitter with 40 hits and a .270 batting average. The Cubs have not announced their starting pitcher, indicating a potential bullpen game. Ranked 11th in team ERA at 3.68 with fewest home runs allowed, the Cubs are currently 23-17 this season. Christopher Morel is listed as day-to-day with an injury. BetMGM bonus code WAWBET offers a $1,500 first bet, paid back in bonus bets if not won.