Reds vs. Cubs Prediction and Odds - Oct 1, 2022

The Chicago Cubs face the Cincinnati Reds in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Saturday, beginning at 2:20PM ET.

Drew Smyly (7-8, 3.48 ERA) will be on the bump for the Cubs, while the Reds are going with Nick Lodolo (4-7, 3.75 ERA).

Dimers' top betting picks for Reds vs. Cubs, as well as game predictions and betting odds, are detailed in this article.

Who will win Reds vs. Cubs?

Using trusted computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated Saturday's Reds-Cubs MLB matchup 10,000 times.

Dimers' independent predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, currently gives the Cubs a 51% chance of defeating the Reds.

More: Reds vs. Cubs Simulated 10,000 Times

Reds vs. Cubs Game Odds

• Run Line: Cubs -1.5 (+170), Reds +1.5 (-195)
• Moneyline: Cubs -135, Reds +118
• Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-102/-115)

Run Line, Moneyline and Over/Under

The Cubs are -1.5 favorites against the Reds, with +170 at BetMGM the best odds currently available.

For the underdog Reds (+1.5) to cover the run line, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -195.

BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Cubs at -135. That means you can risk $135 to win $100, for a total payout of $235, if they get the W.

Elsewhere, FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Reds at +118, where you can bet $100 to profit $118, earning a total payout of $218, if they win.

The Over/Under for total runs scored sits at 6.5 with FanDuel Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -102, while Caesars Sportsbook currently has the best odds for the Under at -115.

As always, make sure you check all of the sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best MLB odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the Reds (+1.5) are a 67% chance of covering the run line, while the 6.5-run Over/Under is a 56% chance of going Over.

More: Best Bets Today for All Major Sports

Best Bets for Reds vs. Cubs

• Run Line: Reds +1.5 @ -195 via DraftKings Sportsbook (67% probability)
• Moneyline: Reds @ +118 via FanDuel Sportsbook (2.8% edge)
• Total: Over 6.5 @ -102 via FanDuel Sportsbook (56% probability) 🔥

Any time you see a 🔥, that means you've found one of our best bets of the day across any sport.

Dimers' best bets are based on world-class simulations and wagering intelligence to serve you the best possible plays 24/7.

While the Cubs are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, taking the Reds moneyline is the best option due to the 2.8% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is one of the keys to being profitable in the long run.

Reds vs. Cubs Betting Guide

Click or tap on See Matchup for more.

Dimers has full betting coverage of Saturday's Reds-Cubs matchup, including pregame predictions, best betting picks, and live scores.

Don't forget, DimersBOT updates regularly, so keep checking this article for any changes to our betting insights before Reds vs. Cubs on Saturday October 1, 2022.

Reds vs. Cubs 2022 Game Info

Saturday's matchup between the Cubs and Reds at Wrigley Field is scheduled to start at 2:20PM ET.

• Who: Cincinnati Reds vs. Chicago Cubs
• Date: Saturday October 1, 2022
• Time: 2:20PM ET / 11:20AM PT
• Venue: Wrigley Field

Ready to join an online sportsbook and start betting on MLB? We've got access to the best available welcome offers in every legal betting state.

What MLB games are on today?

The Reds and Cubs aren't the only two MLB teams you can bet on. DimersBOT never stops and we've got picks and best bets for every single MLB matchup via our MLB Predictions section.

Not only do we provide with you top-notch predictions, but we also have recommended bets for the Run Line, Over/Under and Moneyline. Sound good? Hell yeah it does!

Lastly, Dimers' MLB Futures page is our in-house approach to determining who will win the 2022 World Series, with our data-led probabilities matched against the best odds on the market.