Cubs vs Cardinals Predictions, Best Bets, and Picks
Get ready for a fierce showdown as the Chicago Cubs take on the St. Louis Cardinals in today’s Sunday Night Baseball. Expect a tightly contested battle—from betting odds to algorithmic picks, here’s everything you need.
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Betting Overview
- Teams: Chicago Cubs @ St. Louis Cardinals
- Date: Sunday, August 10, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET (Sunday Night Baseball on ESPN)
- Venue: Busch Stadium, St. Louis, MO
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Cubs –125 (favorite); Cardinals +104 (underdog)
- Total (O/U): 7.5 runs
Preview of Cubs vs Cardinals Prediction
Tonight’s pitchers: Shota Imanaga (Cubs) vs. Sonny Gray (Cardinals). The rivalry runs deep—one of MLB’s most storied matchups—adding extra intensity to the rubber game of the series. The Cubs enter on stronger form (17–13 since July 1), while the Cardinals have been hit by offseason moves and postseason hopefuls turned sellers.
Cubs vs Cardinals Predictions
Here are the WAGERBIRD Terminal picks for this matchup, based on algorithmic modeling and confidence scoring:
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First Five Innings CHC Team Total: O 1.5 (Confidence: 57)
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- Full Game CHC Team Total (Confidence: 57)
- Full Game Game Total (Confidence: 71)
- Full Game Money Line (Confidence: 88)
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FAQs
What chance do the Cubs have of beating the Cardinals?
Based on the moneyline, Cubs' implied win probability is around 55‑56%, reflecting modest favoritism.
How many times have the Cubs beaten the Cardinals?
This rivalry dates back to 1885, with the Cubs holding a narrow edge in regular-season wins—1273 to 1221 through 2025.
Who is favored to win Cubs vs Cardinals?
Tonight, the Cubs are favored at –125, and public betting leans heavily with them (73% on Cubs ML).
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