Pirates vs. Cubs Prediction for MLB Thursday [9/21/2023]

MLB action continues on Thursday at 7:40PM ET as the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.

Kyle Hendricks (6-7, 3.77 ERA) will get the ball for the Cubs, while the Pirates have opted for Johan Oviedo (8-14, 4.27 ERA).

Dimers' best betting picks for Pirates vs. Cubs, plus game predictions and best odds, are detailed in this article.

Who Will Win: Pirates vs. Cubs

Based on trusted computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated Thursday's Pirates-Cubs MLB game 10,000 times.

Dimers' revolutionary predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, currently gives the Cubs a 58% chance of defeating the Pirates.

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Pirates vs. Cubs Odds [9/21]

• Run Line: Cubs -1.5 (+120), Pirates +1.5 (-130)
• Moneyline: Cubs -175, Pirates +150
• Total: Over/Under 9 (+100/-118)

The Cubs are listed as -1.5 favorites against the Pirates, with +120 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.

For the underdog Pirates (+1.5) to cover the run line, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -130.

BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Cubs at -175, which means you can risk $175 to win $100, for a total payout of $275, if they get the W.

Meanwhile, FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Pirates at +150, where you can put down $100 to profit $150, earning a total payout of $250, if they win.

The Over/Under for total runs scored is set at 9 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +100, while DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best odds for the Under at -118.

As always, check out all the online sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best MLB odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the Pirates (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the run line, while the 9-run Over/Under has a 53% chance of going Over.

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Best Bets: Pirates vs. Cubs

• Run Line: Pirates +1.5 @ -130 via FanDuel Sportsbook (59% probability)
• Moneyline: Pirates @ +150 via FanDuel Sportsbook (1.9% edge)
• Total: Over 9 @ +100 via BetMGM (53% probability)

Dimers' best bets are based on world-class modeling and betting expertise to bring you the best possible plays 24/7.

While the Cubs are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, taking the Pirates moneyline is the best option because of the 1.9% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges seen on Dimers is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability as a bettor.

Pirates vs. Cubs Prediction

Dimers.com predicts that the Cubs are more likely to defeat the Pirates at Wrigley Field on Thursday.

This prediction is backed by comprehensive data-driven analysis, with the Cubs boasting a 58% chance of winning after conducting 10,000 game simulations.

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Dimers has full coverage of Thursday's Pirates-Cubs game, including pregame predictions, free betting picks, and live win probabilities.

Don't forget, DimersBOT updates regularly, so keep an eye on this article for the latest betting analysis ahead of Pirates vs. Cubs on Thursday September 21, 2023.

Pirates vs. Cubs 2023

Thursday's MLB matchup between the Cubs and Pirates at Wrigley Field is scheduled to commence at 7:40PM ET.

• Who: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs
• Date: Thursday September 21, 2023
• Time: 7:40PM ET / 4:40PM PT
• Venue: Wrigley Field

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