Cubs vs. Marlins: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cubs vs. Marlins MLB game on Saturday, September 5, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Cubs
Javier Assad 6-1, 3.46 ERA
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5
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Marlins
Ryan Gusto 1-3, 3.86 ERA
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Cubs
0 0 3 1 1 1 0 0 0 6 13 0
Marlins
0 0 0 2 2 0 1 0 0 5 6 0
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Cubs
    100%
  • Marlins
    0%
Win Probability
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Outs
Otto Lopez flies out to shallow center field to Seiya Suzuki.
Quick Box Score
Cubs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 P. Crow-Armstrong CF4011012.2500.650
2 S. Suzuki RF3110021.3330.933
3 M. Busch 1B5121001.4001.000
4 A. Bregman 3B3000011.0000.400
5 I. Happ LF4022011.5001.100
6 N. Hoerner SS5031001.6001.200
7 P. Ramirez 2B5000001.0000.000
8 M. Shaw DH1000010.0000.500
9 M. Amaya C3220000.6671.667
Marlins Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 K. Stowers DH4121111.5001.850
2 H. Hernández LF4000002.0000.200
3 G. Conine 1B2212130.5002.800
4 O. Lopez SS3110010.3331.267
5 J. Marsee CF3000010.0000.250
6 A. Ramírez C1000001.0000.000
7 E. Ruiz RF10100001.0003.000
8 J. Serna 2B0000000.0000.000
9 J. Sanoja 3B4110000.2500.500

Cubs vs. Marlins: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Saturday

  • Teams: CHI Cubs Cubs vs. Miami Marlins
  • Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
  • Time: 4:10PM ET
  • Venue: loanDepot park

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Cubs (-1.5, +135), Marlins (+1.5, -132)
  • Moneyline: Cubs -117, Marlins +125
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5 runs (+106/-108)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Cubs: 56.8%
  • Marlins: 43.2%

Dimers' predictive MLB 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 56.8%, while the Marlins have a win probability of 43.2%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Cubs are more likely to beat the Marlins in the MLB game at loanDepot park on Saturday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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