Brewers vs. Cubs prediction: Why Cubs are favored to win Thursday's MLB matchup [9/3/2026]

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Dimers' simulation model projects a 50.4% win probability for the Cubs at Wrigley Field.

The Milwaukee Brewers take on the Chicago Cubs in MLB action.
Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs MLB prediction for Thursday, September 3, 2026.

The Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers are scheduled to meet in MLB action at Wrigley Field on Thursday, starting at 7:15 PM ET.

Kevin Gausman (8-11, 4.52 ERA) will start on the mound for the Cubs, pitting him against Logan Henderson (9-2, 2.48 ERA) for the Brewers.

Dimers' proven MLB model gives the Cubs a slight edge with a 50.4% win probability over the Brewers.

This article offers a complete Brewers vs. Cubs prediction, including best bets and picks.

Brewers vs. Cubs prediction and odds

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's MLB matchup between the Brewers and Cubs, forming part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model gives the Cubs a 50.4% chance of defeating the Brewers.

According to our model, the Cubs (+1.5) have a 62.0% chance of covering the run line, while the 8.5-run over/under has a 53.2% chance of going over.

 

Latest betting odds

We have sourced the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

  • Run Line: Brewers -1.5 (+144) / Cubs +1.5 (-147)
  • Moneyline: Brewers -117, Cubs +115
  • Total: Over/Under 8.5 (+108/-110)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

  • Run line: Cubs +1.5 @ 60¢ via Novig
  • Moneyline: Cubs @ 47¢ via Novig
  • Total: Over 8.5 @ 48¢ via Novig

According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 8.5 total runs.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Game info & first pitch details

Thursday's MLB matchup between the Cubs and Brewers at Wrigley Field is scheduled to begin at 7:15 PM ET.

Conclusion

We predict the Cubs, with a 50.4% win probability, will likely beat the Brewers in Thursday's MLB matchup.

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