Cubs vs. Pirates Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cubs vs. Pirates MLB game on July 25, 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 6-8, 3.91 ERA
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0
PNC Park
Pirates
Paul Skenes 9-8, 3.43 ERA
PNC Park
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Cubs
0 0 0 0 3 5 2 1 0 11 16 1
Pirates
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 1
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Cubs
    100%
  • Pirates
    0%
Win Probability
Baseball infield diamond diagram
Last At Bat
Outs
Jared Triolo called out on strikes.
Quick Box Score
Cubs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 M. Conforto LF1000000.0000.000
2 S. Suzuki RF5012004.2000.533
3 J. Assad P0000000.0000.000
4 A. Bregman 3B5000012.0000.167
5 J. Triantos 2B11100001.0002.000
6 J. Dean CF1000001.0000.000
7 P. Ramirez 1B4221011.5001.350
8 D. Swanson SS4221011.5001.350
9 M. Amaya C4222001.5001.100
Pirates Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Mangum LF4010001.2500.500
2 N. Gonzales 2B4010001.2500.500
3 T. Callihan P1000001.0000.000
4 E. Valdez RF3010012.3330.833
5 B. Cook CF1000000.0000.000
6 S. Ross 1B1000000.0000.000
7 J. Triolo 3B4000001.0000.000
8 J. Gonzalez SS3000001.0000.000
9 H. Davis C2010000.5001.167

Cubs vs. Pirates: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Cubs vs. Pirates
  • Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
  • Time: 6:40 PM ET
  • Venue: PNC Park

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Pirates favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 7.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Cubs 47¢, Pirates 53¢

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Cubs: 46%
  • Pirates: 54%

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 46%, while the Pirates have a win probability of 54%. 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 Saturday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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