The 2024 MLB season is just getting going as there has now been one full week of action. There are some big games on the MLB schedule on Monday night, including the Chicago Cubs visiting the San Diego Padres.
Giants vs Athletics Picks
- Pick 1: Chicago Cubs +115
- Pick 2: Over 7.5 Runs
This is the first game of the series between the two playoff contenders. Be sure to check the scores and odds as game time approaches to make the most informed decisions. Here is a look at some of the Cubs vs Padres best bets to make on Monday night.
Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres Odds
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Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres Information
Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres
Location of the game: Petco Park, San Diego, CA
Date & Time: Monday, April 8, 9:40 PM ET
Where to Watch: MLB Network
Recent Scores for Last Game
One way to find the Cubs vs Padres best bets is to see how each team has been playing. Neither of these teams will be the best team in the MLB, but both teams have shown that they can deal with some great MLB teams.
Chicago came into this game at 6-3, and they just won two out of three games from the Dodgers. San Diego Padres has gone just 5-7 so far this season, and that includes 2-3 in their last five MLB games.
Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres Analysis
When looking to put together a Padres betting guide this season, it hasn’t been easy to figure out which team is going to show up. Yu Darvish is on the mound and he is 0-1 but sports a great ERA of 2.30 this season.
Fernando Tatis Jr. is having a big season at the plate for the Padres with three home runs, but he hasn’t always gotten a ton of other support.
Chicago Cubs has been an explosive offense all season long as this team is getting on base better than any team in the league.
Javier Assad will take the mound in this game and he is 1-0 and did not give up a run in his first start of the year.
Odds Breakdown
Looking at the betting MLB odds is going to be important when trying to find the Cubs vs Padres best bets that should be made. Adding an over/under bet to your MLB picks and parlays is always a good option, and that line is set at 7.5 total runs.
Chicago Cubs
The Cubs are underdogs on the MLB schedule today as they have odds set at +115 to win this game. Betting on the run line is an option as well and the Cubs are getting 1.5 runs.
San Diego Padres
Simply taking the Padres to win this game could be one of the MLB best bets to make and they have moneyline odds set at -140. San Diego would have to win by two runs to cover the run line, but those odds are set at +160.
Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres Betting Pick and Prediction
This should be one of the top MLB games today, and both teams will have a great starting pitcher. Darvish has delivered for the Padres this season, but he has yet to win a game.
When looking at Cubs’ betting strategies, it’s going to be wise to ride the wave of momentum that the offense is playing with. Chicago has been a great offensive team all season long, and they are going to have another big game.
There is value in betting on the Cubs to win this game outright and that is the bet to make. Bet on the over 7.5 runs as well, as the Cubs are going to have another big night. For a deeper dive into this matchup and other sports action, including potential parlay options, check out our daily picks and parlays analysis.
- Pick 1: Chicago Cubs +115
- Pick 2: Over 7.5 Runs
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