Cubs vs. Pirates Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cubs vs. Pirates MLB game on May 26, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Cubs
Jordan Wicks 0-0, 0.00 ERA
1
12
PNC Park
Pirates
Braxton Ashcraft 3-2, 2.89 ERA
PNC Park
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Cubs
0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 8 1
Pirates
5 0 0 0 3 1 1 2 X 12 15 3
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Cubs
    0%
  • Pirates
    100%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Michael Busch flies out to center field to Jhostynxon Garcia.
Quick Box Score
Cubs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 K. Alcantara CF1000001.0000.000
2 N. Hoerner 2B5010001.2000.400
3 M. Busch 1B4010011.2500.650
4 P. Ramirez 3B0000000.0000.000
5 I. Happ LF4011001.2500.750
6 S. Suzuki RF3000000.0000.250
7 M. Ballesteros DH4000002.0000.000
8 C. Kelly C4020000.5001.000
9 D. Swanson SS3000012.0000.250
Pirates Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 K. Griffin SS4210011.2500.650
2 J. Triolo 3B11100001.0002.000
3 J. Garcia CF1000000.0000.000
4 N. Gonzales 2B5221001.4001.000
5 J. Mangum LF1001000.0000.000
6 M. Ozuna DH5011002.2000.400
7 E. Valdez RF4113112.2501.400
8 S. Horwitz 1B3122100.6672.167
9 H. Davis C4000001.0000.000

Cubs vs. Pirates: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Cubs vs. Pirates
  • Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
  • Time: 6:40 PM ET
  • Venue: PNC Park

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Pirates favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Cubs 44¢, Pirates 56¢

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Cubs: 45%
  • Pirates: 55%

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 45%, while the Pirates have a win probability of 55%. Discover the best spread, over/under, and moneyline odds for the game on this page.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Pirates are more likely to beat the Cubs in the MLB game at PNC Park on Tuesday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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