Prop Bets: Pittsburgh Pirates VS Chicago Cubs 2025-06-12

Cubs vs. Pirates Prediction: A No-Contest for the Buccos

Thursday, June 12, 2025, 8:05 p.m. ET, Wrigley Field (or is it PNC Park?) - The Chicago Cubs (41-26) are set to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates (27-41) in a battle of David vs. Goliath, with the Cubs being the clear favorites at -180.

The Cubs are rocking a potent offense, averaging 5.6 runs per game, which is second-best in the league. They're also 71.1% against the moneyline when favored. Meanwhile, the Pirates are struggling to score, ranking 29th with a paltry 3.2 runs per game.

Jameson Taillon will take the mound for the Cubs, while Andrew Heaney will try to muster some magic for the Pirates.

Best Bet: Take the Cubs to win (-180) and the Over 7.5 runs (-105). If you want to get a little fancier, consider betting on Kyle Tucker, Pete Crow-Armstrong, or Seiya Suzuki to go yard.

Player Prop: Andrew McCutchen, the Pirates' stalwart, is due for a multi-hit game, so take him to record over 0.8 singles (+110).

The Pirates have shown some resilience as underdogs, but it's hard to see them stopping the Cubs' juggernaut. Expect a Cubs win, 6-3 or 7-4 style.

Odds:

Cubs -180
Pirates +155
Over 7.5: -105
Under 7.5: -105

Pick: Cubs and Over 7.5.

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