Cubs vs. Padres: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cubs vs. Padres MLB game on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Cubs
Kevin Gausman 0-0, 0.00 ERA
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4
Petco Park
Padres
Nick Pivetta 0-0, 0.00 ERA
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Cubs
0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 5 0
Padres
0 2 0 2 0 0 0 0 X 4 8 0
Live Probabilities
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  • Cubs
    0%
  • Padres
    100%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Carson Kelly grounds out to shortstop, Xander Bogaerts to Ty France.
Quick Box Score
Cubs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 P. Crow-Armstrong CF4000001.0000.000
2 A. Bregman DH4000001.0000.000
3 P. Ramirez 3B0000000.0000.000
4 S. Suzuki RF4110002.2500.500
5 I. Happ LF3000011.0000.250
6 N. Hoerner 2B4021000.5001.250
7 M. Conforto PH1000001.0000.000
8 C. Kelly C3010000.3330.833
9 D. Swanson SS3000001.0000.000
Padres Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 F. Tatis RF4000001.0000.000
2 J. Bowen LF0000000.0000.000
3 M. Machado 3B4010001.2500.500
4 T. France 1B4120001.5001.250
5 J. Merrill CF3120011.6671.417
6 X. Bogaerts SS4121000.5001.250
7 F. Fermin C0000000.0000.000
8 S. Taylor DH1000001.0000.000
9 J. Cronenworth 2B2000000.0000.333

Cubs vs. Padres: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Wednesday

  • Teams: CHI Cubs Cubs vs. San Diego Padres
  • Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
  • Time: 10:00PM ET
  • Venue: Petco Park

Current betting odds

  • Run line: Cubs (+1.5, -174), Padres (-1.5, +170)
  • Moneyline: Cubs +130, Padres -133
  • Total (Over/Under): 7.5 runs (+122/-122)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Cubs: 43.7%
  • Padres: 56.3%

Dimers' predictive MLB 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 43.7%, while the Padres have a win probability of 56.3%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Padres are more likely to beat the Cubs in the MLB game at Petco Park on Wednesday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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