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Read Article Reds vs. Cubs prediction: Why Cubs are favored to win Friday's MLB matchup [8/28/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago Cubs predictions for MLB Friday.
The Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds are scheduled to meet in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Friday, starting at 2:20 PM ET.
David Peterson (7-7, 5.17 ERA) will start on the mound for the Cubs, pitting him against Rhett Lowder (5-8, 5.13 ERA) for the Reds.
Dimers' proven MLB model projects the Cubs as the most likely winner in this Reds vs. Cubs prediction.
This article offers a closer look at Friday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Reds vs. Cubs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Friday's MLB game between the Reds and Cubs, forming part of our MLB predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Cubs a 62.7% chance of beating the Reds.
According to our model, the Reds (+1.5) have a 55.7% chance of covering the run line, while the 8.5-run over/under has a 55.5% chance of going over.
Reds vs. Cubs odds [8/28/2026]
We have sourced the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
- Run Line: Reds +1.5 (-113) / Cubs -1.5 (+112)
- Moneyline: Reds +186, Cubs -186
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Reds vs. Cubs 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: Reds +1.5 @ -113 via DraftKings
- Moneyline: Reds @ +186 via Novig
- Total: Over 8.5 @ -115 via Novig
According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Reds +1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Reds vs. Cubs game-day updates and essential details
Friday's MLB game between the Cubs and Reds at Wrigley Field is scheduled to start at 2:20 PM ET.
- Who: Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs
- Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
- Time: 2:20 PM ET/11:20AM PT
- Venue: Wrigley Field
Conclusion
We predict the Cubs, with a 62.7% win probability, will likely beat the Reds in Friday's MLB matchup.
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