OddsJam’s MLB experts take you through the betting odds, picks and predictions for this MLB matchup between the Chicago Cubs vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The Chicago Cubs visit the Pittsburgh Pirates for this MLB matchup on August 27, 2023. First pitch for Sunday’s game is 1:35 p.m. ET / 10:35 a.m. PT in Pittsburgh.
Cubs vs. Pirates Prediction:
The Chicago Cubs are predicted to win with a 55.56%implied probability, according to betting markets, for this August 27, 2023 game.
Betting markets are also giving their opponent, the Pittsburgh Pirates, a 48.78% implied probability to win this game.
Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Moneyline
The Chicago Cubs are favored at -125 odds vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are a +105 moneyline underdog in this matchup and are +1.5 on the point spread at -160 odds.
Although Chicago Cubs is offered at -125 moneyline odds at BetMGM, other online bookmakers in your location may have a better price. Shop for the best MLB lines here.
All odds in this MLB preview of Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates are from the opening lines. Odds can move at any time.
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Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Over/Under, Total
The over/under for this matchup between the Chicago Cubs and the Pittsburgh Pirates is set at 9, with the over 9 at -125 and the under 9 at +105 odds.
Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Same-Game Parlays
Market
Line
Player Bases
Nico Hoerner Over 1.5 Bases
Player Strikeouts (Pitching Prop Bet)
Bailey Falter Over 4 Strikeouts
Player Earned Runs
Javier Assad Over 2.5 Earned Runs (e.g. ERA)
Player Hits Allowed
Bailey Falter Under 6 Hits Allowed
Lines and odds via PrizePicks
For Cubs vs. Pirates on August 27, 2023, there are a variety of same-game parlays (SGPs) that you can wager on PrizePicks.
For example:
Nico Hoerner Over 1.5 player bases and
Bailey Falter Over 4 strikeouts
Parlayed together, this comes out to +200 on PrizePicks.
If both of these picks for Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates win, then you’d profit $200 for every $100 you wager on PrizePicks.
If you’re feeling a touch riskier, here’s a same-game parlay pick that comes out to +400 odds:
Bailey Falter Over 4 strikeouts,
Nico Hoerner Over 1.5 bases, and
Javier Assad Over 2.5 earned runs (e.g. ERA)
This three-leg parlay offers a 5:1 payout. For every $100 you stake, you’ll get $400 in profit if all three picks win.
As a note, One Game Parlays on BetMGM are identical to Same Game Parlays. They’re just parlays on the same game, in this case Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates.
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Who is the favorite in Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates? The Chicago Cubs are favored to win this MLB matchup, priced at -125 moneyline odds. The game will take place on August 27, 2023 in Pittsburgh.
What are the predictions for Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates game? The Chicago Cubs are predicted to win this MLB game. Upsets happen all the time in the MLB, but the Chicago Cubs are favored by all online bookmakers. The Pittsburgh Pirates are predicted to lose this game according to betting markets.
Where can I bet on this game? You can bet on this game on a variety of sportsbooks, including Caesars, BetMGM and FanDuel. The more books you sign up for, the better odds you can find!