Blue Jays vs. Cubs prediction: Why Cubs are favored to win Saturday's MLB matchup [6/20/2026]

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Toronto Blue Jays-Chicago Cubs Predictions and Game Preview.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Chicago Cubs MLB prediction for Saturday, June 20, 2026.

MLB action continues on Saturday at 2:20 PM ET as the Toronto Blue Jays square off with the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.

Colin Rea (5-5, 5.35 ERA) will be the starting pitcher for the Cubs, while the Blue Jays have opted for Patrick Corbin (2-3, 4.57 ERA).

Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven MLB model projects the Cubs as the most likely winner of the Blue Jays vs. Cubs game.

This article offers further insights into Saturday's matchup, including best bets and picks.

Blue Jays vs. Cubs prediction: Who will win and cover?

Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's MLB game between the Blue Jays and Cubs, forming part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Cubs a 56.4% chance of defeating the Blue Jays.

According to our model, the Blue Jays (+1.5) have a 60.3% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of nine runs has a 52.1% chance of going over,.

 

Blue Jays vs. Cubs odds [6/20/2026]

We have researched the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type Blue Jays Cubs
Run Line +1.5 (-175) -1.5 (+150)
Moneyline +113 -130
Total o9 (-115) u9 (+100)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Blue Jays vs. Cubs picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

Bet Type Pick Bet Now
Run Line Cubs -1.5 +150
Moneyline Cubs -130
Total Over 9 -115

According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Cubs to win.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

 

Blue Jays vs. Cubs game-day updates and essential details

Saturday's MLB action between the Cubs and Blue Jays at Wrigley Field is scheduled to begin at 2:20 PM ET.

Conclusion

We predict the Cubs, with a 56.4% win probability, will likely beat the Blue Jays in Saturday's MLB matchup.

Additional tools and information for betting safely can be found in our Responsible Gambling hub.

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