Cubs vs. Brewers prediction: Why Milwaukee is favored to win Monday's MLB matchup [9/7/2026]
Dimers' simulation model projects a 52.3% win probability for the Brewers at American Family Field.

The Milwaukee Brewers will face the Chicago Cubs, in what is expected to be a close MLB game, at American Family Field on Monday, commencing at 2:10 PM ET.
The Brewers will have Robert Gasser (4-5, 4.57 ERA) as their starting pitcher, up against Matthew Boyd (8-3, 4.05 ERA) for the Cubs.
Dimers' proven MLB model gives the Brewers a slight edge with a 52.3% win probability over the Cubs.
This article offers a complete Cubs vs. Brewers prediction, including best bets and picks.
Cubs vs. Brewers prediction and odds
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Brewers a 52.3% chance of beating the Cubs.
According to our model, the Cubs (+1.5) have a 64.6% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of 8.5 runs has a 51.4% chance of going over.
Latest betting odds
We have sourced the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
- Run Line: Cubs +1.5 (-178) / Brewers -1.5 (+174)
- Moneyline: Cubs +113, Brewers -115
- Total: Over/Under 8.5 (+111/-110)
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Model picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
- Run line: Cubs +1.5 @ 64¢ via Polymarket
- Moneyline: Cubs @ 47¢ via Novig
- Total: Over 8.5 @ 47¢ via Novig
According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 8.5 total runs.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.
Game info & first pitch details
Monday's MLB matchup between the Brewers and Cubs at American Family Field is scheduled to start at 2:10 PM ET.
- Who: Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers
- Date: Monday, September 7, 2026
- Time: 2:10 PM ET/11:10AM PT
- Venue: American Family Field
Conclusion
We predict the Brewers, with a 52.3% win probability, will likely beat the Cubs in Monday's MLB matchup.
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