Cubs vs. Royals Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cubs vs. Royals MLB game on August 8, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Cubs
Clay Holmes 4-4, 2.39 ERA
3
6
Kauffman Stadium
Royals
Seth Lugo 4-7, 4.41 ERA
Kauffman Stadium
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Cubs
0 0 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 3 7 0
Royals
1 2 1 0 0 0 2 0 X 6 10 1
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Cubs
    0%
  • Royals
    100%
Win Probability
Baseball infield diamond diagram
Last At Bat
Outs
Pete Crow-Armstrong strikes out swinging.
Quick Box Score
Cubs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 P. Crow-Armstrong DH3000022.0000.400
2 S. Suzuki RF4000001.0000.000
3 M. Busch 1B4010000.2500.500
4 A. Bregman 3B4100001.0000.000
5 I. Happ LF4121101.5002.000
6 N. Hoerner 2B4110001.2500.500
7 M. Conforto PH10100001.0003.000
8 D. Swanson SS4000000.0000.000
9 P. Ramirez PH1000001.0000.000
Royals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 C. Jensen C3100010.0000.250
2 B. Witt SS3110010.3330.833
3 J. Caglianone 1B42442001.0004.000
4 I. Collins LF4010000.2500.500
5 M. Massey 2B4110000.2500.500
6 J. Rave RF3110010.3330.833
7 N. Loftin 3B2010010.5001.667
8 J. Rojas DH4012001.2500.500
9 K. Isbel CF4000000.0000.000

Cubs vs. Royals: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Cubs vs. Royals
  • Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
  • Time: 7:10 PM ET
  • Venue: Kauffman Stadium

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Cubs favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 9.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Cubs -144, Royals +143

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Cubs: 56%
  • Royals: 44%

Dimers' predictive model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Cubs a win probability of 56%, while the Royals have a win probability of 44%. Discover the best spread, over/under, and moneyline odds for the game on this page.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Cubs are more likely to beat the Royals in the MLB game at Kauffman Stadium on Saturday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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