Reds vs. Cubs Prediction, Betting Odds & Prop Picks – 8:05 p.m. ET Tuesday

OddsJam’s MLB experts take you through the betting odds, picks and predictions for this MLB matchup between the Cincinnati Reds vs. the Chicago Cubs.

Reds vs. Cubs Betting Odds:

The Cincinnati Reds visit the Chicago Cubs for this MLB matchup on August 1, 2023. First pitch for Tuesday’s game is 8:05 p.m. ET / 5:05 p.m. PT in Chicago.

Reds vs. Cubs Prediction:

The Chicago Cubs are predicted to win with a 62.26% implied probability, according to betting markets, for this August 1, 2023 game.

Betting markets are also giving their opponent, the Cincinnati Reds, a 41.67% implied probability to win this game.

Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs Moneyline

• The Chicago Cubs are favored at -165 odds vs. the Cincinnati Reds. 
• The Cincinnati Reds are a +140 moneyline underdog in this matchup and are +1.5 on the point spread at -145 odds.

Make sure to line shop and ensure you are getting the best odds in your location. All locations have different sportsbooks! 

Although Chicago Cubs is offered at -165 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 Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs are from the opening lines. Odds can move at any time.

Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs Over/Under, Total

• The over/under for this matchup between the Cincinnati Reds and the Chicago Cubs is set at 8.5, with the over 8.5 at -115 and the under 8.5 at -105 odds.

Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs Player Prop Bets:

For Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs Player Bases:

Stuart Fairchild Over 0.5 bases is at -137 odds at PrizePicks.

For Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs Player Strikeouts:

Ben Lively Over 4 bases is at -137 odds at PrizePicks.

For Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs Player ERAs:

Ben Lively Over 2.5 bases is at -137 odds at PrizePicks.

For Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs Player Hits Allowed:

Ben Lively Over 5.5 bases is at -137 odds at PrizePicks.

Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs Betting Odds, Over/Under, Run Lines:

Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs Same-Game Parlays

Lines and odds via PrizePicks

For Reds vs. Cubs on August 1, 2023, there are a variety of same-game parlays (SGPs) that you can wager on PrizePicks.

For example:

• Stuart Fairchild Over 0.5 player bases and
• Ben Lively Over 4 strikeouts

Parlayed together, this comes out to +200 on PrizePicks.

If both of these picks for Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs 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:

• Ben Lively Over 4 strikeouts,
• Stuart Fairchild Over 0.5 bases, and
• Ben Lively 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 Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs.

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FAQ

1. Who is the favorite in Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs?
   The Chicago Cubs are favored to win this MLB matchup, priced at -165 moneyline odds. The game will take place on August 1, 2023 in Chicago.
2. What are the predictions for Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs 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 Cincinnati Reds are predicted to lose this game according to betting markets.
3. 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!