| MATCHUP | Chicago Cubs | San Diego Padres |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 89-73 | 91-71 |
| Spread | +1.5 -185 | -1.5 152 |
| Moneyline | +120 | -145 |
| Total | Over 7 (-123) | Under 7 (102) |
| Where | Petco Park, San Diego, California | |
| When | Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | |
| Time | 10:00 PM EDT | |
| TV | Peacock | |
Chicago Cubs Betting Preview
The Chicago Cubs enter Wednesday night’s matchup with an 89–73 overall record (2nd in the National League Central) and a 43–38 mark on the road. The Cubs offense has been outstanding this season. Chicago has amassed 850 runs scored (1st in MLB), 274 doubles, a .251 team batting average and 220 home runs which ranks third in Major League Baseball.The Cubs arrive at this contest in below average form. Chicago has lost three of the team’s last four games played this season, including a 2-0 shutout loss to the Boston Red Sox last week.
The Cubs will turn to left hander Shota Imanaga in this game. In 32 starts made in 2026, Imanaga has compiled an 11-10 win-loss record, a 3.77 ERA, a 1.10 WHIP (13th in MLB) and 174 strikeouts in 174.1 innings pitched. Shota Imanaga arrives at this contest in good form, allowing one earned run or fewer in three of his last four starts made this season. Imanaga will look to continue his recent success on the mound in tonight’s matchup with the San Diego Padres.
The Cubs lineup features outfielders Pete Crow-Armstrong and Ian Happ. Pete Crow-Armstrong has tallied a .280 batting average, 45 home runs (1st in MLB), 78 walks, 107 RBIs and a .943 OPS which ranks second in Major League Baseball. Ian Happ has compiled 24 home runs and 68 RBIs.
San Diego Padres Betting Preview
The San Diego Padres enter Wednesday night’s contest with a 91-71 overall record (2nd in National League West) and a rather impressive 51-30 mark at home. The Padres arrive at this contest in good form, winning five of the team’s last six games, including a 10-7 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks four days ago.The Padres will start right hander Nick Pivetta in this contest. In eight starts made this season, Pivetta has compiled a 3-2 win-loss record, a 2.86 ERA, a 1.01 WHIP and 42 strikeouts in 34.2 innings pitched. Nick Pivetta has pitched exceptionally well recently, allowing one earned run or less in three of his last four starts made in 2026.
Shifting our focus to the San Diego offense, the Padres lineup features Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado. Tatis Jr. enters this contest with a .289 batting average (14th in MLB), 25 home runs and 83 RBIs. Machado has tallied a team leading 30 home runs, 91 RBIs and a .711 OPS.
Why the Chicago Cubs will win.
• Starting pitching. In 32 starts made in 2026, Shota Imanaga has compiled an 11-10 win-loss record, a 3.77 ERA, a 1.10 WHIP and 174 strikeouts in 174.1 innings pitched.• Motivation. The Chicago Cubs have lost three of the team’s last four games.
• Offensive firepower. Pete Crow-Armstrong has amassed 45 home runs this season.
Why the San Diego Padres will win.
• Home field advantage. The San Diego Padres have played quality baseball at home, compiling a 51-30 record at Petco Park.• Starting pitching. In eight starts made this season, Nick Pivetta has compiled a 3-2 win-loss record, a 2.86 ERA, a 1.01 WHIP and 42 strikeouts in 34.2 innings pitched.
• Recent form. The San Diego Padres have won five of the teams’ last six games.