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Pirates vs. Cubs Game Preview: Live MLB Prediction, Odds & Picks

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Pirates vs. Cubs preview (Apr 12). Updated every 15 minutes with current odds (Cubs -134), Jameson Taillon props & pitching matchup: Bubba Chandler vs. Jameson Taillon (probable).

Today's Data Snapshot

Today's Data Snapshot
Market Source:FanDuel Sportsbook
Primary Prediction:Cubs -1.5
Key Player Prop:Jameson Taillon Under 4.5 Ks
Probable Pitchers:Bubba Chandler (RHP; 3.12 ERA) vs. Jameson Taillon (RHP; 2.53 ERA)
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Pittsburgh Pirates

9-5

MARQ

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Chicago Cubs

6-8

GAME PREDICTIONS Latest News

GAME PREDICTIONS

PREDICTED GAME OUTCOME

Cubs logoCubs win by
1.6 Runs

CHANCE TO WIN

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Model Picks

Cubs

Cubs -1.5

Cubs

Cubs -134

Total

Total U 12.5

Insights provided by the SportsGrid betting model

LATEST INJURY STATUS

Pirates INJURIES

D60

The Pittsburgh Pirates placed RHP Jared Jones on the 60-day injured list as he recovers from his surgery.

D10

The Pittsburgh Pirates placed INF Jared Triolo on the 10-day injured list with a right knee patellar tendon injury.

Cubs INJURIES

D15

The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Cade Horton on the 15-day injured list due right forearm discomfort.

D15

The Chicago Cubs placed LHP Jordan Wicks on the 15-day injured list with left forearm inflammation.

D60

The Chicago Cubs placed INF Tyler Austin on the 60-day injured list due to a right knee injury.

D60

The Chicago Cubs placed LHP Justin Steele on the 60-day injured list with a left elbow injury.

D15

The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Phil Maton on the 15-day injured list with a right knee tendinitis.

D15

The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Porter Hodge on the 15-day injured list with a right elbow strain.

D15

The Chicago Cubs placed LHP Matthew Boyd on the 15-day injured list with a left bicep strain.

D60

The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Shelby Miller on the 60-day injured list due to a right elbow UCL injury.

LATEST PLAYER PROPS

LATEST PLAYER PROPS

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the latest odds and run line for Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs?

The Chicago Cubs are favored by 1.5 runs on the run line (-1.5), while the Pittsburgh Pirates are underdogs +1.5 runs. The moneyline is Pittsburgh Pirates +116 and Chicago Cubs -134. The over/under is set at 12.5 runs.

Who is projected to win Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs, and what are the win probabilities?

The model projects the Chicago Cubs to win by 1.6 runs. Win probability is 67% for the Chicago Cubs and 33% for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Who are the probable starting pitchers for Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs?

For this matchup, Pittsburgh Pirates is expected to start Bubba Chandler (RHP; 3.12 ERA), while Chicago Cubs will likely go with Jameson Taillon (RHP; 2.53 ERA). Pitching matchups can change due to injuries, rest days, or strategic decisions.

What are the best bets for Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs (run line, moneyline, total)?

The SportsGrid model's top game pick is Cubs -134. The projected margin supports this pick.

What are the top player prop picks for Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs?

Top player props include Jameson Taillon Under 4.5 Ks. These are highlighted as strong value plays by the SportsGrid model.