Cubs vs. Cardinals Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cubs vs. Cardinals MLB game on May 29, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Cubs
Shota Imanaga 4-5, 4.04 ERA
5
6
Busch Stadium
Cardinals
Andre Pallante 5-4, 3.76 ERA
Busch Stadium
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Cubs
3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 5 11 0
Cardinals
3 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 X 6 9 0
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Cubs
    0%
  • Cardinals
    100%
Win Probability
Baseball infield diamond diagram
Last At Bat
Outs
Alex Bregman grounds out to shallow infield, Masyn Winn to Alec Burleson.
Quick Box Score
Cubs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 P. Crow-Armstrong CF5110002.2000.600
2 N. Hoerner 2B4000010.0000.200
3 M. Busch 1B5132001.6001.200
4 A. Bregman 3B4110000.2500.650
5 I. Happ LF4123101.5002.000
6 S. Suzuki RF4030000.7501.500
7 M. Conforto DH4000003.0000.000
8 C. Kelly C4000000.0000.000
9 D. Swanson SS4110001.2500.500
Cardinals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wetherholt 2B4010000.2500.750
2 I. Herrera C3211100.3331.833
3 J. Walker RF3100010.0000.250
4 N. Velázquez DH3223100.6672.417
5 A. Burleson 1B4000001.0000.000
6 M. Winn SS4020002.5001.000
7 J. Fermín LF4021000.5001.250
8 N. Gorman 3B2000001.0000.000
9 V. Scott CF3000001.0000.000

Cubs vs. Cardinals: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Cubs vs. Cardinals
  • Date: Friday, May 29, 2026
  • Time: 7:15 PM ET
  • Venue: Busch Stadium

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Cubs favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 7.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Cubs 55¢, Cardinals 46¢

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Cubs: 55%
  • Cardinals: 45%

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

Summary

According to our analysis, the Cubs are more likely to beat the Cardinals in the MLB game at Busch Stadium on Friday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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