- The Pirates host the Cubs tonight (Friday, July 24) and our trading system has found value on the over/under.
- PNC Park is known to favor hitters, and our models expect that to ring true once again.
- We're expecting plenty of runs to be scored, so keep reading for our favorite Cubs vs Pirates pick.
The Chicago Cubs (57-45) and Pittsburgh Pirates (53-50) meet tonight, with the game set to start at 6:40 p.m. ET at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pa. The game will be broadcast live on SportsNet PT and can be traded on Polymarket.
The Pirates are slightly favored by traders, while the Cubs will be looking to pull off an upset.
Let's get into my Cubs vs Pirates predictions and MLB picks.
Cubs vs Pirates Predictions, Odds
Cubs vs Pirates Pick
Pirates vs Cubs Pick: Buy the Over at 8 and expect a high-scoring affair.
Cubs vs Pirates Analysis
This system targets overs in games that begin in the late afternoon to early evening, in other words, what traders often refer to as "twilight spots."
These games exist in a temperature and lighting window that subtly elevates scoring conditions, particularly when both teams have a documented tendency to hit overs. Combined with home starters who may have below-average WHIPs, this setup identifies an edge before the public fully reacts. By isolating recent season trends and capitalizing on the transitional scoring environment, the model captures a high-expectation scoring spot that may be underpriced due to time-of-day bias or modest pitching projections.
Lifetime, this system has generated a 6% ROI, going 273-221-18 (55%).
Cubs vs Pirates Prediction, System Pick
Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates Trade: Over 8
