Dodgers vs. Cubs: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Dodgers vs. Cubs MLB game on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Dodgers
Eric Lauer 6-5, 4.50 ERA
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Wrigley Field
Cubs
Shota Imanaga 7-9, 3.67 ERA
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Dodgers
1 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 6 14 1
Cubs
1 2 0 3 0 0 1 0 X 7 15 0
Live Probabilities
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  • Dodgers
    0%
  • Cubs
    100%
Win Probability
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Mookie Betts lines out to left center field to Ian Happ.
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Dodgers Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 S. Ohtani DH5233202.6002.400
2 B. Rortvedt C0000000.0000.000
3 E. Hernández 1B2000001.0000.000
4 T. Edman CF5010002.2000.400
5 K. Tucker RF5110000.2000.400
6 M. Betts SS5140000.8001.600
7 M. Muncy 3B4113102.2501.250
8 M. Rojas 2B4120002.5001.000
9 T. Hernández LF1000001.0000.000
Cubs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 P. Crow-Armstrong DH5234201.6002.600
2 S. Suzuki RF5110001.2000.600
3 A. Bregman 3B5011000.2000.400
4 M. Amaya C0000000.0000.000
5 M. Busch 1B5120000.4001.000
6 N. Hoerner 2B4131001.7501.750
7 I. Happ LF4000002.0000.000
8 D. Swanson SS4111001.2500.750
9 T. Taylor CF3110000.3330.833

Dodgers vs. Cubs: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Wednesday

  • Teams: LA Dodgers Dodgers vs. CHI Cubs Cubs
  • Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
  • Time: 2:20PM ET
  • Venue: Wrigley Field

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Dodgers (+1.5, -178), Cubs (-1.5, +170)
  • Moneyline: Dodgers +115, Cubs -108
  • Total (Over/Under): 9.5 runs (-113/+113)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Dodgers: 52.4%
  • Cubs: 47.6%

Dimers' predictive MLB 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 Dodgers a win probability of 52.4%, while the Cubs have a win probability of 47.6%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Dodgers are more likely to beat the Cubs in the MLB game at Wrigley Field on Wednesday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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