Pick details
| MATCHUP | St. Louis Cardinals | Chicago Cubs |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 61-61 | 72-51 |
| Spread | +1.5 -149 | -1.5 123 |
| Moneyline | +149 | -181 |
| Total | Over 9 (-120) | Under 9 (100) |
| Where | Wrigley Field, Chicago, Illinois | |
| When | Saturday, August 15, 2026 | |
| Time | 02:20 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
St. Louis Cardinals Betting Preview
The St. Louis Cardinals enter Saturday’s contest with a 61–61 overall record (3rd in the National League Central) and a 29–27 mark on the road. The Cardinals offense has been inconsistent this season. Through 122 games played in 2026, St. Louis has compiled 529 runs scored (24th in MLB), 171 doubles (28th in MLB), a .240 team batting average and 122 home runs which ranks a rather low 24th in Major League Baseball.The Cardinals arrive at tomorrow afternoon’s game in good form. St. Louis has won five of the team’s last eight games played this season, including an impressive 2–0 shutout victory over the Philadelphia Phillies earlier this week.
St. Louis will turn to right hander Michael McGreevy in this game. In 23 starts made this season, McGreevy has compiled an abysmal 4–9 win loss record, a 3.64 ERA, a 1.22 WHIP and 85 strikeouts, while allowing 122 hits and 32 walks in 126 innings pitched. Michael McGreevy has struggled recently, allowing four earned runs or more in two of his last four starts made in 2026.
Turning our attention to the St. Louis offense, the Cardinals lineup features outfielder Jordan Walker and first baseman Alec Burleson. Jordan Walker has compiled a .285 batting average, 22 home runs, 81 RBIs (4th in MLB) and an .835 OPS. Alec Burleson has amassed a .285 batting average, 19 home runs, 84 RBIs (4th in MLB) and an .830 OPS.
Chicago Cubs Betting Preview
The Chicago Cubs enter Saturday afternoon’s matchup with a 72–51 overall record (2nd in the National League standings) and a 36–24 mark at home. Chicago has played competitive baseball recently, winning four of the team’s last five games, including a 12–6 victory over the Washington Nationals two days ago.Chicago will start left hander Matthew Boyd in tomorrow’s game. In 14 starts made this season, Boyd has compiled an 8–1 win loss record, a 3.50 ERA, a 1.22 WHIP and 66 strikeouts, while allowing 74 hits and 23 walks in 79.2 innings pitched. Boyd arrives at this contest in good form, allowing two earned runs or fewer in four of his last five starts made this season.
The Cubs lineup features outfielders Pete Crow-Armstrong and Ian Happ. Pete Crow-Armstrong has tallied a .279 batting average, 27 home runs (9th in MLB), 65 walks, 73 RBIs and a .912 OPS which ranks 19th in Major League Baseball. Ian Happ has amassed 20 home runs, 51 RBIs, 64 walks and 22 doubles.
Why the St. Louis Cardinals will win.
• Ability to win on the road. The Cardinals have compiled a 29-27 record away from home this season.• Starting pitching. Michael McGreevy has compiled a 4–9 win loss record, a 3.64 ERA, a 1.22 WHIP and 85 strikeouts in 126 innings pitched.
• Current form. The St. Louis Cardinals have won five of the team’s last eight games.
Why the Chicago Cubs will win.
• Home field edge. Chicago has played competitive baseball (36–24) at Wrigley Field this season.• Elite offense. Pete Crow-Armstrong leads a formidable Chicago Cubs lineup.
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs Prediction
In my opinion, this matchup favors the Chicago Cubs. Why? The Cubs have played exceptional baseball at home, amassing a 36-24 record. Additionally, Chicago starting pitcher Matthew Boyd arrives at this contest in good form, allowing two earned runs or fewer in four of his last five starts made this season. Conversely, St. Louis hurler Michael McGreevy has struggled recently, allowing four earned runs or more in two of his last four starts made in 2026. With that said, the Cubs are the clear side to be on in this one. I am backing the Chicago Cubs on the moneyline in this game.Hans Geevers's Pick: Chicago Cubs ML
