Cubs vs. Reds: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cubs vs. Reds MLB game on Sunday, September 20, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Cubs
David Peterson 8-8, 5.11 ERA
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1
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Reds
Rhett Lowder 6-11, 5.79 ERA
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Cubs
1 0 4 0 3 0 0 1 0 9 13 1
Reds
0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 0
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Cubs
    100%
  • Reds
    0%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
JJ Bleday grounds out to first base, Michael Busch to Colin Rea.
Quick Box Score
Cubs Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 P. Crow-Armstrong CF5332100.6002.000
2 S. Suzuki RF5111101.2001.000
3 M. Busch 1B4110012.2500.650
4 M. Shaw 2B2000011.0000.333
5 I. Happ LF5121002.4001.000
6 N. Hoerner SS4011010.2500.650
7 M. Conforto DH5111102.2001.000
8 P. Ramirez 3B5132000.6001.200
9 M. Amaya C4000002.0000.000
Reds Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 C. Jorge CF1000000.0000.000
2 J. Brito 2B0000000.0000.000
3 S. Stewart 1B4000001.0000.000
4 T. Stephenson DH4000002.0000.000
5 J. Bleday LF3111110.3331.833
6 M. McLain SS3010000.3330.666
7 O. Cabrera 3B3000002.0000.000
8 W. Banfield C3010001.3330.666
9 H. Rodríguez RF1000000.0000.000

Cubs vs. Reds: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Sunday

  • Teams: CHI Cubs Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds
  • Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
  • Time: 1:40PM ET
  • Venue: Great American Ball Park

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Cubs (-1.5, +100), Reds (+1.5, -104)
  • Moneyline: Cubs -150, Reds +150
  • Total (Over/Under): 9.5 runs (+100/+100)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Cubs: 57.7%
  • Reds: 42.3%

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 57.7%, while the Reds have a win probability of 42.3%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Cubs are more likely to beat the Reds in the MLB game at Great American Ball Park on Sunday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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