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Cubs vs. Cardinals Prediction, Picks and Odds
Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cubs vs. Cardinals MLB game on July 30, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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MLB
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MLB
Cubs
Javier Assad 6-1, 3.86 ERA
4
2
Jul 30, 2:15 PM ET Busch Stadium
Cardinals
Andre Pallante 11-6, 3.77 ERA
Jul 30, 2:15 PM ET Busch Stadium
| 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cubs | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 0 |
Cardinals | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 10 | 1 |
Live Probabilities
Moneyline
Over / Under
Run Line
- Cubs
- Cardinals
Win Probability
Last At Bat
Outs
Lars Nootbaar strikes out swinging.
Quick Box Score
Hitting
Pitching
| No. | Player | Pos | AB | R | H | RBI | HR | BB | SO | AVG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | P. Crow-Armstrong | CF | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .400 | 1.200 |
| 2 | S. Suzuki | RF | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | .000 | 0.400 |
| 3 | M. Busch | 1B | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .400 | 0.800 |
| 4 | A. Bregman | 3B | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .500 | 1.600 |
| 5 | I. Happ | LF | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .200 | 0.600 |
| 6 | N. Hoerner | 2B | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .600 | 1.200 |
| 7 | A. Civale | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.000 |
| 8 | C. Kelly | C | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .250 | 0.500 |
| 9 | D. Swanson | SS | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | .000 | 0.250 |
| No. | Player | Pos | AB | R | H | RBI | HR | BB | SO | AVG | OPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | J. Wetherholt | 2B | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | .400 | 1.400 |
| 2 | J. Walker | DH | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | .200 | 0.400 |
| 3 | A. Burleson | 1B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .250 | 0.650 |
| 4 | J. Crooks | PH | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | 0.000 |
| 5 | L. Nootbaar | RF | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | .000 | 0.200 |
| 6 | M. Winn | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .333 | 0.833 |
| 7 | B. Torres | LF | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .500 | 1.000 |
| 8 | B. Jordan | 3B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .250 | 0.500 |
| 9 | J. Fermín | CF | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .500 | 1.000 |
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Cubs vs. Cardinals: Detailed Breakdown
Matchup Overview
- Teams: Cubs vs. Cardinals
- Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
- Time: 2:15 PM ET
- Venue: Busch Stadium
Current Betting Odds
- Spread: Cubs favored at -1.5
- Total (Over/Under): 8.5
- Moneyline Odds: Cubs +104, Cardinals -104
Dimers' Win Probabilities
- Cubs: 46%
- Cardinals: 54%
Dimers' predictive model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.
Our Prediction: Who Wins?
After extensive simulations, our model gives the Cubs a win probability of 46%, while the Cardinals have a win probability of 54%. Discover the best spread, over/under, and moneyline odds for the game on this page.
Summary
According to our analysis, the Cardinals are more likely to beat the Cubs in the MLB game at Busch Stadium on Thursday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.
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