The Chicago Cubs will take on the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. The game is set to begin at 6:40 PM under the night sky. Fans can expect an exciting game as these two teams meet on the field.

Cubs vs. Pirates Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Cubs MoneyLine at -153. The Cubs have a better record and strong hitting stats. Their home performance is also solid, making them a good choice.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 at -113. Both teams have strong pitching stats, with the Pirates having a lower ERA and WHIP. This suggests a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The Chicago Cubs have a regular season record of 17-12 with a home record of 9-7 and a road record of 8-5.
• The Pittsburgh Pirates have a regular season record of 11-18 and are 6 games back in the NL Central.
• In a recent game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon pitched 7 innings, allowing 1 run and striking out 2 batters.
• Andrew McCutchen of the Pirates went 4/4 with a home run in a recent game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
• Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes threw 6 1/3 scoreless innings with 9 strikeouts in a win against the Dodgers.

Cubs vs Pirates Preview

The Chicago Cubs will visit the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Tuesday night. The Cubs are sending Shota Imanaga to the mound. Imanaga has a record of 2-1 this season, with an ERA of 3.18 over 34 innings. He has struck out 27 batters while walking 12. The Cubs hope Imanaga can keep up his solid performance.

For the Pirates, Andrew Heaney will be starting. Heaney has been effective this season with a 2-1 record and a 1.72 ERA in 31 1/3 innings. He has struck out 31 batters and walked only 6. The Pirates will look to Heaney to continue his strong outings as they play at home.

Pirates Look to Continue Strong Pitching and Speed on Base Paths

The Pittsburgh Pirates have shown strength in their pitching this season. Andrew Heaney is a key player with a record of 2-1 and an ERA of 1.72. He has kept his WHIP low at .77, which helps the team control games. Oneil Cruz is leading the Pirates’ offense. He has hit 8 home runs and scored 17 runs, both first in the league. His batting average is .258, and he has an OBP of .366. The Pirates are also making an impact on the bases with 35 stolen bases, ranking third in the league. Their team batting average is .224, and they have hit 23 home runs. They have been patient at the plate with 102 walks, ranking 11th.

Cubs Aim to Capitalize on Offensive Momentum

The Chicago Cubs have a strong lineup this season. Kyle Tucker is leading the team with a .289 batting average. He also has 7 home runs and 25 runs batted in, both ranking first in the league. Pete Crow-Armstrong is another key player, with 5 home runs and 22 runs scored. Seiya Suzuki is contributing with a .280 batting average and 6 home runs. However, he is dealing with a wrist issue and might not play. The Cubs have a team batting average of .260, placing them second in the league. They have also stolen 44 bases, ranking first. Shota Imanaga will start on the mound for the Cubs. He has a 2-1 record with an ERA of 3.18. Imanaga has struck out 27 batters in 34 innings. His WHIP stands at 1.09, which helps the team manage games effectively.

Final Betting Pick

The Cubs are a strong pick for the MoneyLine at -153. Their record of 17-12 shows they are performing well this season. At home, they have a solid 9-7 record. Their hitting stats are also impressive, with top players like Kyle Tucker and Pete Crow-Armstrong leading the team.

For the Over/Under, choosing under 8.5 at -113 is a good option. Both teams have strong pitching stats, with the Pirates having a lower ERA and WHIP. The Cubs’ pitcher, Shota Imanaga, has an ERA of 3.18, while the Pirates’ Andrew Heaney boasts an ERA of 1.72. These numbers suggest a lower-scoring game.

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