Cubs vs. Cardinals Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cubs vs. Cardinals MLB game on July 30, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Cubs
Javier Assad 6-1, 3.86 ERA
1
3 Out
1
Jul 30, 2:15 PM ET Busch Stadium
Cardinals
Andre Pallante 11-6, 3.77 ERA
Jul 30, 2:15 PM ET Busch Stadium
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Cubs
0 0 0 1 0 0 1 7 0
Cardinals
0 1 0 0 0 X 1 6 1
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Cubs
    42%
  • Cardinals
    58%
Win Probability
Baseball infield diamond diagram
N. Hoerner
M. Conforto
RHP A. Pallante
Last At Bat
Outs
Michael Conforto grounds out to first base, Alec Burleson to Andre Pallante.
(RHP) Andre Pallante
82 Pitches
W-LIPHRERBBKERA
Season 11-6 112.1 104 49 47 32 502 3.766
Today 6.0 7 1 1 1 3
Quick Box Score
Cubs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 P. Crow-Armstrong CF3020001.6672.000
2 S. Suzuki DH2000011.0000.333
3 M. Busch 1B3010000.3330.666
4 A. Bregman 3B3110000.3331.000
5 I. Happ LF3000000.0000.000
6 N. Hoerner 2B3020000.6671.334
7 M. Conforto RF3000000.0000.000
8 C. Kelly C2010000.5001.000
9 D. Swanson SS2000001.0000.000
Cardinals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wetherholt 2B3010001.3330.666
2 J. Walker DH3010002.3330.666
3 A. Burleson 1B2010010.5001.167
4 I. Herrera C3000000.0000.000
5 L. Nootbaar RF2100012.0000.333
6 M. Winn SS10100101.0002.000
7 B. Torres LF20210001.0002.000
8 B. Jordan 3B2000000.0000.000
9 N. Church CF2000002.0000.000

Cubs vs. Cardinals: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Cubs vs. Cardinals
  • Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
  • Time: 2:15 PM ET
  • Venue: Busch Stadium

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Cubs favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Cubs +104, Cardinals -104

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Cubs: 46%
  • Cardinals: 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 Cardinals 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 Cardinals are more likely to beat the Cubs in the MLB game at Busch Stadium on Thursday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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